June 2012

Friday, June 1, 2012 to Friday, June 1, 2012

The Voice Sleuth: Moving voice science into the forensics domain Special Session at the 41st Annual Symposium: Care of the Professional Voice -Speaker identification using the tricks of the voice-science trade -Speech and voice analysis in accident investigations -Who's hiding behind that voice? Using unique features of speech and voice as forensic evidence

Friday, June 1, 2012 to Friday, June 1, 2012

The America Invents Act (AIA) was the most sweeping patent legislation in the US in over 60 years. Our panel of legal experts, including a representative from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will examine how the AIA will impact different aspects of patent prosecutions before the USPTO, and strategies for implementing those changes. In particular, our panel will discuss the change to first-inventor-to-file and accompanying changes to the definition of prior art, and the new Supplemental Examination procedure. Strategic advice regarding best practices will also be provided.

Sunday, June 3, 2012 to Tuesday, June 5, 2012

This is inaugural event has been developed by the industry, for the industry.

Sunday, June 3, 2012 to Wednesday, June 6, 2012

PRIMA's 2012 Annual Conference is the educational forum for risk managers in the public sector. Attendees will have access to leading-edge educational sessions addressing all aspects and levels of public sector risk management and will participate in second-to-none peer-to-peer networking events hosting others in the profession. Risk managers will learn how their counterparts have dealt with the day-to-day as well as extreme challenges faced by entities across the United States. Attendees will be able to share ideas and successful programs they have implemented during any of the social events planned for the conference.

Monday, June 4, 2012 to Thursday, June 7, 2012

Crash day is followed by two days of technical presentations from leading subject matter experts. The ARC-CSI Crash Conference prides itself on bringing a variety of exceptional speakers and presentation topics to expand your knowledge of collision reconstruction and investigation. On the final day of the conference the ARC-CSI Crash Team presents each crash scenario conducted on day one with examples of how to use the data for future review and comparison.

Monday, June 4, 2012 to Monday, June 4, 2012

Patent reform has arrived: what will be its impact on those touchstones of patentability, prior art and obviousness? 102 was already a complicated concept for patent practitioners, having undergone evolving interpretations in the PTO and CAFC. How will the AIA now complicate matters further? How does the concept of “prior art” and circumstance collide in the 21st century? How does prior art on the web impact the practice? What is truly enabled? This program will allow you to obtain an essential working understanding of this complicated statute, including recent re-interpretations, case law, and a look at the statutory revisions. Meanwhile, obviousness, the most common reason any application is rejected or patent held invalid, is changing as a result of KSR (already 5 years old). Explore 103 from inside and outside the PTO as both the CAFC and PTO try to shoehorn their past decisions into a KSR pigeonhole! What you will learn: -Publication/Accessibility - on the web, on the shelf, in the mail, "routine" practices; -The four steps of (d); -Ex parte 102 (g): abandon, suppress, conceal, and notebooks; -Actual vs. constructive reduction to practice; -A close look at 102 (e); -What issues are raised by successive common owner filings? --The new AIA 102 and its dates. What is the new "grace period"? -Is it truly a world wide landscape of "filing date" prior art? -A thorough review of the recent KSR "guidelines" and "timelines;" -Examine the impact of proper and improper benefit claims on the prior art date of a reference and the effective filing date of the application being examined; -How do you apply 103 post-KSR and the 2010 PTO Guidelines? The program is geared to patent lawyers who have some familiarity with existing 35 USC Sections 102/103 and regularly work with the statute in either litigation or patent prosecution. The course will advance the knowledge of all attendees from their respective starting points and provide new insights into the statute, recent amendments, and case law.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012 to Friday, June 8, 2012

To survive in today's complex and changing health care environment, innovation is a necessity. Planning based on historical data and traditional business models is no longer enough- organizations need to employ game-changing innovative thinking to be successful in the future. Join us as we explore the challenges of the current market and the opportunities that are waiting for your organization. Through this one-of-a-kind event, you will learn how to develop and implement an innovative strategy for your organization, optimize social media in an effective marketing plan, and embrace advances in technology as a means of expanding your services.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012 to Thursday, June 7, 2012

Tech Policy Summit offers an independent, nonpartisan forum for learning and networking among industry executives, investors, consumer advocates, government officials and legal experts who may have different perspectives but who share a common goal of enabling innovation. Join us for the sixth edition of Tech Policy Summit, June 6-7, 2012 at the Silverado Resort in Napa, CA. Together, participants will explore important questions about how policy impacts - or stands to impact - emerging technologies and America's competitiveness in the global marketplace. We'll also look at how people are using social media and other technologies to impact policy making.

Thursday, June 7, 2012 to Friday, June 8, 2012

We are seeing an unprecedented level of major accounting changes from US and international standard-setters. This conference will address the latest developments in key areas. The format of pairing panelists from industry and public accounting is designed to give a fuller perspective. Learning Objectives: Understand the latest accounting changes in key areas; Recognize the timelines and key factors; Begin to assess the effects of these standards on your company or clients.

Monday, June 11, 2012 to Friday, June 15, 2012

Equip your transport management staff with:The ability make significant contributions to the management of vehicle provision and support in any road transport oriented organization,Underpinning knowledge to support informed technical, financial and transport policy decisions,Skills in the employment of "whole life" and "life cycle" costing methodologies, and Understanding of a range of technical issues. This program is designed for staff holding positions with responsibility for the management or support of road transport vehicles. It covers all aspects of the 'cradle to grave' lives of road vehicles from the creation of fleet policies and vehicle specifications; through funding, life cycle and acquisition decisions; to maintaining the vehicles in roadworthy condition cost effectively, and finally to the disposal of life expired vehicles.

Monday, June 11, 2012 to Friday, June 15, 2012

In heavy industries such as the oil and gas sector, mining and utilities it is usual for there to be an on-going round of capital expenditure projects aimed at improving or expanding the plant or its infrastructure. Ranging from a few hundred thousand dollars to several million dollars overall budget the materials element is always a major component of the total spend. Close and early involvement in the project of professional material specialists can bring significant benefits in terms of wise commercial decision making and of practical control of the timely flow of materials into the project.

Monday, June 11, 2012 to Friday, June 15, 2012

This intensive one-week program presents the principles and practice of industrial hygiene and its basis in science, engineering, and medicine. Participants explore how to use key concepts and principles to identify potential workplace health hazards, select methods for the assessment of exposures to hazards, evaluate the consequences of excessive exposure, and institute techniques for prevention and control of occupational disease. The program is designed to ensure that participants leave with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in safety, health, and environmental practice.

Monday, June 11, 2012 to Monday, June 11, 2012

Over the past two decades, it has been increasingly recognized that prenatal environmental and pharmaceutical exposures can adversely influence fetal programming, which plays a role in pre-term birth and is linked to lasting adverse health effects and the risk of adult health disorders such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease. The New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS) and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center are jointly presenting a 1.5-day scientific symposium to explore recent discoveries, challenges, and future research directions that further our understanding of the complex environmental and genetic factors, and gene-gene as well as gene-environment interactions responsible for fetal programming in utero and pre-term birth. This conference will provide a neutral forum for discussion to multidisciplinary science investigators such as toxicologists, obstetricians, neonatologists, pediatricians, endocrinologists, epidemiologists, public health and regulatory experts from basic research to clinical settings, including experts in embryonic, fetal, and childhood development, reproductive medicine and biology, and environmental toxicology. Conference attendees will explore the impact of genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors on the stages of prenatal development, including pre-implantation, implantation, decidualization, placentation, fetal programming in utero, and links to pre-term birth and other pregnancy disorders. Experts with diverse perspectives will engage in a dialogue about possible ways in which we can better predict, assess, and decrease the effects of environmental and genetic factors that predispose to adverse fetal outcomes and pre-term birth, thus lowering the enormous associated physical, psychological, and economic costs.

Monday, June 11, 2012 to Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Managing a profitable balance sheet is more challenging than ever. With Basel III and the more immediate Dodd-Frank regulation on the horizon, a tool such as FTP is vital to ensure an effective centrally managed liquidity strategy. Post-crisis, whilst the economic situation is improving, allocating sufficient liquidity costs quickly and efficiently to the correct business-line is paramount. The marcus evans Funds Transfer Pricing and Balance Sheet Management conference will delve into the true practicalities of implementing FTP and how this will transform the way you manage your balance sheet. Case studies will be showcased with banks sharing their experience of integrating the FTP framework within their businesses. The event will be a unique opportunity to hear from and network with key industry figures in an intimate environment.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012 to Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Any financial professionals interested in developing their expertise in forensic accounting and litigation consulting. Corporate and government personnel looking to better understand the legal and forensic aspects of managing risks for their organizations. CPAs, internal and external auditors, attorneys, corporate financial officers, controllers, and accountants.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012 to Thursday, June 14, 2012

Licensing International Expo is the premier annual trade event for the licensing industry where owners and agents of intellectual properties come to showcase their brands to high-profile retailers, licensees and promotional partners. With nearly 400 exhibitors that represent 5,000+ brands, the show gives you an opportunity to sign exclusive deals, strategize with retailers, solidify promotional partnerships and network with an unparalleled community of licensing professionals from around the world.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 to Thursday, June 14, 2012

Attendees of ACI's 3rd Advanced Summit on Food Safety Regulatory Compliance will provided with an in-depth overview and examination of actions taken by each of FDA's six FSMA "implementation teams" while also providing you with insights and practical advice from in-house counsel, food safety executives and expert regulatory attorneys on how proposed and implemented changes under the FSMA will impact your company's day-to-day operations as well as your food safety, regulatory and compliance programs.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012 to Friday, June 15, 2012

ICELW is an international conference focused on e-learning in the workplace. With researchers and practitioners coming from around the globe--and from university and business settings--ICELW works to improve online learning so that it makes a measurable difference in workplace performance and morale. By uniting the corporate and academic worlds, ICELW is creating a new synergy--one with the unique capability to realize the vast potential of e-learning in business and industry. ICELW 2011 will incorporate an increased focus on demonstrations of successful e-learning, and on the application of new research ideas and research studies to practical workplace learning problems.

Monday, June 18, 2012 to Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Oil & Gas IQ are pleased to announce a brand new training course - Water Management in the Marcellus and Utica Gas Shale Plays - which addresses key water management issues and provides attendees with the knowledge and skills to implement the most cost effective and environmentally sound water management systems for sourcing, transporting, using in fraccing, treating, reusing and disposing of produced water in the Marcellus and Utica Gas Shale Plays. The course brings together four expert trainers, each providing unique insights from their specialist experience. What will I be able to do after the course? 1)Develop an overall understanding of the different options and processes through the entire life-cycle of produced water management; 2) Assess the storage, transport and disposal solutions which can minimize the logistical costs; 3) Understand the different water sourcing options which can drastically reduce expenditure; 4) Maximize re-use of produced water using some of the latest techniques; 5) Manage flow back water and minimize any environmental impact; 6) Take away and implement expert recommendations and advice for your specific project. To take a closer look at the training program visit www.shalewatermanagement.com/DL We hope you can join us at the Water Management in the Marcellus and Utica Gas Shale Plays training course taking place from 18-19 June in Pittsburgh. The course will transform your understanding and help you develop more effective water management practices for your operations and projects.

Monday, June 18, 2012 to Wednesday, June 20, 2012

General Counsel are being pulled in a number of directions. Pressure is mounting from the business to cut costs due to the continued economic uncertainty but at the same time they must comply with a raft of new legislation, meet the increasing demands of the authorities and ensure the legal department can support global company growth. General Counsel are continuing to streamline their outside counsel, with the focus moving to the performance and development of the internal legal team to ensure the department can do more with fewer resources. Implementation of a global compliance program is a priority as regulators ramp up enforcement efforts. General Counsel are also striving to find effective contract and document management systems to assist with cost control.The 9th Corporate Counsel Exchange offers a perfect setting for senior legal professionals to network, debate and develop effective business strategies. This exclusive, invitation only event tackles the strategic challenges that face chief legal counsel. This meeting also offers solutions through a combination of keynote presentations, interactive BrainWeave roundtable discussions and pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings with a range of solution providers. Organizations are emerging from the recession with international strategies for growth. Senior legal counsel need to support the business goals even if faced with a reduced legal budget. As a strategic business partner facing increasing regulatory scrutiny how can you manage risk at home and abroad whilst adding value to your organization? What efficiencies can you gain through your relationships with suppliers and the structure of your legal department.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 to Wednesday, June 20, 2012

The 2012 program will once again feature an international line-up of speakers who will provide country-specific anti-corruption compliance guidance you can't get anywhere else. Go beyond the FCPA and walk away with firsthand insights into how to address BRIC and other emerging market risks when you attend this unique forum.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 to Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Energy market participants are facing one of the most sweeping regulatory developments in recent history with the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. With significantly increased regulatory authority delegated to FERC and the CFTC, and the lack of detailed rules, the current regulatory climate creates an unprecedented amount of legal and financial uncertainty across energy markets. As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, it is imperative for energy professionals to understand the ramifications of this new regulatory and enforcement structure in order to ensure compliance. Attending this premier conference will give you the chance to address critical issues and best practices within the industry such as discussions surrounding the standards for drafting and negotiating energy trading documentation including master trading agreements, margin and collateral documentation, and energy trading policies and procedures.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 to Thursday, June 21, 2012

This Summit will provide participants with a snapshot of the evolution, current status, and projected future of R & D and Product Development Metrics as viewed from the top of corporations. During the first two seminars of the Summit, we will teach the Body of Knowledge of R & D and Product Development Metrics -- with a focus towards the measures that company Officers and Senior Executives need to manage the organization and its performance as a whole. For example, did you know that 3M's "Vitality Index" is now used by about 55% of all companies? For example, did you know that "Return On Innovation" is the number one metric being adopted by industry during the past five years? During the third and final seminar of the Summit, participants will break into working groups to create a "set of metrics" suitable for managing and monitoring R & D and/or Product Development organizations as a whole -- including Projects, Technical & Functional Disciplines, Improvement Initiatives, and the overall Corporate Performance of R & D. Did you know that GGI's Linked Metrics Portfolio framework is preferred by executives to the Balanced Scorecard for managing R & D and Product Development? Senior executives wishing to put themselves and their fellow senior executives in a better position to direct and drive product creation and commercialization should strongly consider attending. Several of our prior participants have said, "this Summit covers everything an Officer or Senior Manager needs to know on the subject of Metrics." GGI, a 26-year old company, has been recognized as a thought leader and practitioner in this field since the early 1990s.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 to Friday, June 22, 2012

The agenda is packed with workshops, general, concurrent, and breakfast sessions, including Deepak Chopra, MD, FACP, New York Times Bestselling Author, Founder of The Chopra Foundation and co-founder of The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, Senior Scientist, The Gallup Organization. Dr. Chopra will discuss advancing the national conversation about health and wellness. Known for his many audio books, publications, videos, and public speaking sessions on health and wellness, Dr. Chopra, author of the newly released book Spiritual Solutions: Answers to Life's Greatest Challenges, has an abundance of energy and ideas to offer as we focus on putting our health care system on a sustainable path. Since Institute isn't trying to be something for everyone, you'll enjoy the opportunity to learn from and network with thousands of professionals focused on health insurance. In a single trip you can attend multiple programs, including AHIP's Exchange Conference and Compliance Forum. Solutions, including case studies examined in multiple sessions to a 200+ company Exhibit Hall.

Thursday, June 21, 2012 to Friday, June 22, 2012

American Conference Institute has specifically designed its 3rd Annual Litigating and Resolving Advertising Disputes conference to be an intensive and comprehensive guide for staying one step ahead of the latest legal exposures and risks, as well as providing effective tactics for success in the different forums where advertising claims are examined and resolved.

Thursday, June 21, 2012 to Friday, June 22, 2012

ACCOUNTING FOR TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES UPDATE CONFERENCE From the latest developments in revenue recognition, leasing and regulatory reform to industry comment Letter trends, this conference will address the latest developments in key areas. You'll hear from experts at Deloitte, PwC, Ernst & Young, KPMG Latham & Watkins, analysts and your industry counterparts. Learning Objectives: * Understand the latest accounting changes in key areas * Recognize the related timelines and key factors * Begin to assess the effects of these standards on your company or clients.

Thursday, June 21, 2012 to Thursday, June 21, 2012

To be informed about the latest developments in audit, review, and compilation engagements, as well as to obtain practical guidance in the implementation of the new standards and regulations.

Thursday, June 21, 2012 to Wednesday, June 27, 2012

The 5th annual Forensics and Incident Response Summit will again be held in the live musical capital of the world, Austin, Texas. The Summit will focus on high quality and extremely relevant content as well as panel discussions in Digital Forensics and Incident Response. The 2012 theme is currently in development as the digital forensics and incident response community is constantly evolving and our content promises to be cutting-edge and relevant to ensure you will be able to utilize the ideas presented when you return to your organization. In addition, we encourage you to take every opportunity to make the most of this event from attending the Summit to registering for one or more of the pre-summit training classes taught by SANS' top-rated instructors. The following skills based courses will be offered June 21-25, 2012. - FOR 408 - Computer Forensic Investigations - Windows In-Depth - FOR 508 - Advanced Computer Forensic Analysis and Incident Response - FOR 558 - Network Forensics - FOR 610 - Reverse-Engineering Malware: Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques This event promises to bring together the leading minds in digital forensics and incident response community. Evening events are being planned to give you the opportunity to enjoy Austin's best. Share a table with your peers, friends and speakers. Rub shoulders with people who do what you do - from a wide cross section of industries, company sizes and experiences. See you in Austin.

Friday, June 22, 2012 to Sunday, June 24, 2012

For architects, designers, builders, landscapers. New & Notable Green Car Ride & Drives Dwell It Yourself Stage Modern Marketplace Pavilions Installations made in collaboration with artists &materials sponsors

Sunday, June 24, 2012 to Wednesday, June 27, 2012

On Sunday morning, from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m., we will be holding leadership forums for incoming chapter officers. These concurrent sessions are the open forums where officers get together to learn the basics about their responsibilities and duties as well as ask questions and have open discussions about whatever issue they feel is important. All local and state chapter leaders and incoming officers need to attend these sessions. Forums will be held for: Incoming chapter presidents (Professional Development will be covered in this session.); Membership/retention chairs Legislative/HUPAC chairs (Media Relations will be covered in this session); Applying for NAHU awards. Chapter management educational breakouts will be presented on Sunday from 12:45 - 2:15 p.m. These sessions were developed by the Chapter Relations Committee, and previously were held at the same time as the educational breakout sessions. Due to attendee feedback, we are holding these on a different day so that they do not compete with the Professional Development CE sessions. Attendance is open to all convention registrants. Anyone who is involved in state or local chapter leadership/management should attend one of these concurrent sessions. Back to Basics: The Fundamentals of Running a Chapter Time Management: Balancing Your Business and NAHU Too Volunteer Recruitment: Sharing Best Practices Membership: Communicating the Value of NAHU MEDIA: How To Create and Deliver An Effective Presentation on Healthcare Reform

Monday, June 25, 2012 to Tuesday, June 26, 2012

The regulated trafficking, morphology and function of mitochondria is essential for providing ATP at the correct spatial location to power neural computation. Mitochondria can also sequester and buffer Ca2+, and also play a key role in apoptotic signaling, so their positioning affects local regulation of Ca2+ dynamics and hence neural signaling, and possibly also neuronal death. In neurons, the concentration of mitochondria in specific regions such as growth cones and synapses is important for correct neuronal function and development. Moreover mutations in proteins regulating mitochondrial trafficking and function compromise neuronal development and the formation, function and plasticity of synapses. Consequently, defective mitochondrial trafficking is increasingly implicated in neurological diseases. This meeting aims to provide the latest insights into understanding the molecular mechanisms that control mitochondrial trafficking, dynamics and function in neurons. How altered mitochondrial trafficking and function contributes to neuronal dysfunction in neurological diseases (e.g. Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases) where disrupted mitochondrial trafficking and function have been shown to occur will be a key focus.

Monday, June 25, 2012 to Friday, June 29, 2012

Water quality plays an integral role in our lives. Water can reflect global history, and current land and water use practices impact water quality and aquatic ecology in lakes, rivers, and groundwater. In this institute, we will explore current global water quality issues as well understand how water quality is changing Minnesota's lakes and streams. Participants will learn about water as a basic human right, connections between water and human health including water borne diseases, and case studies of watersheds in both local and global contexts. In order to be prepared to teach global water quality issues, participants will learn about a variety of curricula such as Project Wet, learn about water curricula associated with a portable planetarium, and learn how to use insects as a way to measure water quality. The institute will offer field trips to provide experiential learning. This summer's institute is intended for K-14 educators interested in water quality and incorporating this topic into their teaching.