Save the Date / July 17-18, 2008 - Wisconsin Science & Technology Symposium
To encourage interdisciplinary research in the state, WiSys, UW-Stout, UW-River Falls, UW-Stevens Point and Marshfield Clinic are excited to announce the first Wisconsin Science and Technology Symposium to be held at UW-Stout's Memorial Student Center. Click on the link for more information and to register, or contact Bill Adolfsen (badolfsen@wisys.org, 608-263-0871) or Lisa Murray (lmurray@wisys.org, 608-263-2819). See Poster Announcement below.

Poster Announcement - Deadline June 1, 2008
As you may know, WiSys Technology Foundation, UW-Stout, UW-River Falls, UW-Stevens Point, and Marshfield Clinic are organizing the Wisconsin Science & Technology Symposium on July 17-18, 2008 at the UW-Stout Memorial Student Center. The symposium will bring together the most innovative researchers in Wisconsin and key technology entrepreneurs and investors. The purpose of the symposium is to foster collaborative research among scientists and support technology entrepreneurship throughout the state. The event will feature short presentations by leading researchers in areas such as biotechnology, medical sciences, nanotechnology, and clean energy. Additionally, representatives from several companies, as well as a number of state government officials, are expected to attend. An important part of the symposium will be a poster session highlighting research occurring throughout Wisconsin. We encourage you to pass this information on to faculty and students who might be interested in participating. Since the space we have available is limited to about 40 posters, we will be making selections based on how well the posters fit into the theme of the event (which is science and technology development). This could include posters highlighting research in the areas of biotechnology/medical sciences, nanotechnology/material science, or new green technologies. Posters highlighting research outside these areas are also encouraged if they have potential commercial applications. Interested applicants should submit a ½ page abstract including names of researchers, title of poster, and institution where research was conducted to Bill Adolfsen at badolfsen@wisys.org. The deadline for consideration is June 1, 2008. Applicants will be notified by June 15, 2008 if their poster was accepted. For any further questions, please feel free to contact Bill at the email address above or Lisa Murray at lmurray@wisys.org.

Medical Devices Gathering - June 5, 2008
As part of our ongoing effort to connect research and industry, we are pleased to announce a Medical Device Collaborative Gathering to be held at Marshfield Clinic on June 5. The event, organized by Marshfield Clinic, Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network and WiSys Technology Foundation and co-sponsored by the UW System Office of Federal Relations and Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek, S.C., will bring together researchers from the UW System and Marshfield Clinic, in addition to industry representatives from throughout the state. The gathering will provide the opportunity for collaborative conversation and for industry partners to describe their capabilities and interests. A consultant will also be on hand to explain the FDA?s process of approving devices, including, timelines, pitfalls and expenses Faculty and industry representatives interested in discussion and networking are encouraged to attend. Contact Lisa Murray, WiSys Administrative Coordinator, to reserve your space (lmurray@wisys.org or 608-263-2819). Please include your name, title, contact information, and a brief description of your research/collaborative interests (and your company if from industry).