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Volume 6, Issue 20
June 2, 2006
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Friday FYI

Newsletter from the Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development- U. T. Dallas

University News

IEEE Dallas Section Professional Activity Program: Systems on a Chip (June 7)

The IEEE Dallas Section will be hosting a presentation on systems on a chip at 11:30am on June 7 at the Holiday Inn Select located at 1655 North Central Expressway in Richardson. There is a $10 charge for iEEE members and a $20 charge for non-members. The fee includes lunch. For more information, email maura@bestatselling.com .

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At The Forefront Of A Modern Rail-volution: An Update On DART's Plans For The Future (June 8)

The Richardson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a presentation by Gary Thomas, president and executive director of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) at 11:45 a.m. on June 8 at the Radisson Hotel located at 1981 North Central Expressway in Richardson.

Unstable gasoline prices and increasing traffic congestion in North Texas have more people turning to public transportation to get them to and from their destination.  Dallas Area Rapid Transit is meeting that need with an extensive and modernized bus network, 45 miles of light rail, 35 miles of commuter rail and a variety of other services. In just 22-years since DART was originally formed, the agency serves 13 cities and approximately 200,000 passengers daily. And, the system is only at the halfway point.

In this presentation from the president, find out DART’s plans for a $2.4 billion expansion that will link key medical centers, four regional entertainment centers and the DFW International Airport. Projects such as the proposed Cotton Belt Route, transit-oriented development and DART’s 2030 plan will be highlighted in this exciting presentation. For more information, see The Richardson Chamber of Commerce website.

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IEEE Consumer Electronics Society Meeting: "Wireless USB and UWB: The Next Generation of Personal Area Networks (PAN)" (June 13)

The June meeting of the IEEE Consumer Electronics Society Meeting will be held at 11:15am on June 13 at the Holiday Inn Select located 1655 North Central Expressway, Richardson in Texas. Greg Christison of WiQuest Communications will be making a presentation. For more information or to register visit the event website.

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10½ Mistakes Most Managers Make And How To Avoid Them (June 15)

The Richardson Chamber of Commerce is hosting a presentation by Vickie Henry, the CEO of Feedback Plus, Inc at 7:30am on June 15 at the Holiday Inn Select at 1655 N. Central Expressway. There is a $15 charge for Richardson Chamber of Commerce members and a $20 charge for non-members. Televised in more than 28 states and to more than 126 companies throughout North America, the "10 ½ Mistakes" program is both humorous and motivational. This presentation is designed to build more effective and enjoyable leadership skills for executives and front-line supervisors. From "being a buddy, not a boss" to "taking yourself too seriously," Henry will discuss proven techniques to help individuals sharpen their leadership skills. Learn how to build a team that is cohesive and provide maximum productivity from a professional who has been called the most energetic and inspiring speaker. For more information or to register, email RSVP@telecomcorridor.com.

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Leadership in the Global Economy (June 15)

The Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce is hosting a luncheon featuring former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani on June 15. He will present "Leadership in the Global Economy." Mayor Giuliani is best known for his leadership in the days following September 11 as well as for his time as a federal prosecutor. In 2005, he returned to the legal profession by joining Bracewell & Giuliani as a name partner and bringing his international reputation to its newly established New York office. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Sharon Venable, Vice President of International Business Development at 214-712-1933 or Patti Clapp, Vice President of Talent, Workforce and Education at 214-746-6725.

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Panel Discussion on Start-Up Experience (June 20)

The IEEE Communications & Vehicular Technology Societies and the MIT Enterprise Forum of Dallas-Fort Worth are hosting a 2006 Technical Luncheon Program at 11:00am on June 20 at the Holiday Inn Select at 1655 N. Central Expressway in Richardson. Panelists for the "Start-up Experience" include:

This is a panel discussion from several respected CEOs in the area.  They have led significant organizations through the start-up phases.  They will discuss the good, the bad, and the improvements based on their experiences.  A question and answer session will occur after the discussion.

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Neuroengineering Now (June 26-28)

The University of Texas at Dallas is launching an initiative in the field of Neuroengineering by hosting a conference highlighting the work of internationally recognized leaders in this emerging and exciting field.

The Program will run from 9:00-5:30 Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27 and from 9:00-Noon on Wednesday, June 28. Meetings will be held in the Texas Instruments Auditorium in the UTD Engineering and Computer Science Building South (ECSS) Rm. 2.102 on The University of Texas at Dallas campus at 900 West Campbell Road. For more information, email Neuroengineering@comcast.net

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AeA China RoHS Program (June 28)

Is your company ready to comply with NEW CHINA REQUIREMENTS restricting the use of certain substances (including lead) in electronic products and components. AeA is hosting a delegation of eleven Chinese officials from the Ministry of Information Industries (MII) including the  primary authors of the China regulation restricting the use of certain hazardous substances in electronic products (RoHS).

On June 28 at 8 a.m. in the Davidson Auditorium in The School of Management on The University of Texas at Dallas campus, the program will include presentations by the Chinese delegation on the requirements of their regulation and a discussion by U.S. companies on how they are preparing to comply with the RoHS Directive in Europe and the challenges associated with multiple RoHS regulations globally. For more information visit the AeA Chine RoHS Program website.

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Bringing the Metroplex to Life: BIOTECH Venturing In the DFW Region (beginning July 5)

The University of Texas at Dallas is pleased to announce that Donald A. Hicks, Ph.D. Professor of Political Economy and Public Policy ( School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences) beginning July 5, 2006 will teach a biotech certificate course titled, BIOTECH Ventures in the DFW Metroplex.

BIOTECH Ventures in the DFW Metroplex will explore trends and dynamics in the United States and globally that are shaping and reshaping the biotechnology industry and the regional economies that incubate and host new biotechnology-related startup ventures. And it will focus on the prospects for an emerging bioscience/technology-intensive (S&T) industry base in the DFW Metroplex. Special attention will be devoted to the potential for identifying technology strengths in the DFW region’s economy and industrial base that could lead to the region joining the ranks of the nation’s (world’s) leading centers of biotechnology activity.

Doctor, researcher, investor, venture capital firm, institutional investor or lawyer, this course is organized around a series of "key questions" each of which is relevant to developing a world class bio- S&T "cluster" in the DFW Metroplex. Following the introductory sessions by the Dr. Hicks, subsequent sessions will be led by guest expert lecturers who have special competence and experience in the specific topic. "Key Question" topics will include:

This twelve week Biotech Certificate Course running from July 5, 2006 to September 27, 2006 will cost $1,200.00. The class will meet in the School of Management Executive Education wing room 1.502 at 7:00 pm. Please contact Sharon Pianka at 972-883-2597 to register. If you need additional information please contact either Dr. Hicks at 972-883-2733 or John Fowler at 972-883- 4697.

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14th International Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine (July 14-16)

The 14th International Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine, one of the finest conference worldwide on cutting edge preventive medicine will be held from July 14-16 at the Stephens Convention Center in Chicago. There will be more than 70 presentations and up to 53 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits possible. For more information or to register, call 800-558-1267 or visit the A4M International Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine website.

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The Sixth Annual Emerging Information Technology Conference (EITC-06) (August 10-12)

Besides discussing the cutting-edge topics that will dominate the Global intellectual and economic landscapes will be the theme of this conference for Tech-Titans, the Sixth Annual Emerging Information Technology Conference (EITC-06) will also feature Mark Ellison from Texas Governor Rick Perry's office of economic development and presidents from some outstanding research universities in the Pacific Rim.

The conference will be held from August 10-12 on The University of Texas at Dallas campus.

Mark Ellison is the Director of the $300 Million Texas Emerging Technology Fund, which was recently approved by Governor Perry and the Texas Legislature to assist the development and commercialization of technologies important to the future of Texas. The Emerging Technology Fund aims to improve university research, expedite the launch of technology firms, and speed transition of inventions from the lab into the hands of consumers.

This year is also the first time for EITC to host a research university presidents forum.  For the past two decades, with significant economic growth, research universities in Asia are also seeing unprecedented growth, both in student population as well as research quality and output. The participants so far are from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Paul C. W. Chu), National Taiwan University (S. C. Lee), National Tsinghua University (W. T. Chen) and National Chiao-Tung University (Vice President W. Hwang).  Topics that will be discussed include responsibilities of research universities in the landscape of globalization, recruiting world class scholars, educating versus training the best young minds, and last but not least, promotion and interactions with the corporate worlds and commercialization. Dr. Da Hsuan Feng, Vice President of Research and Economic Development of University of Texas at Dallas will moderate the forum.

The conference will include programs on

  1. Nanotechnology,
  2. MEMS,
  3. SoC (Systems-on-Chip),
  4. Bioinformatics,
  5. C4I (Content, Computer, Communications, Consumer Electronics, and Integration),
  6. EET (Emerging Energy Technology), and
  7. VC (Venture Capital).

For more conference details, please contact the Executive Secretary Office of the EITC team at: 713-963-9433. Information is also available by visiting the EITC website.

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Ross Perot to Open Major Nanotechnology Event in Dallas (Sept. 27)

H. Ross Perot of Dallas, internationally renowned business leader and two time Presidential candidate, will deliver the opening remarks at nanoTX'06 September 27, a world scale nanotechnology conference and expo held at the Dallas Convention Center. Chosen in 2004 as one of history's 10 greatest entrepreneurs, Mr. Perot is known to have followed advances in nanotechnology since 1999. Today Perot is heavily invested in nanotechnology firms with undervalued intellectual property rights, including trademarks, trade secrets, patents and copyrightable material. His opening message on the business of nanotechnology will be riveting, bringing new insights in his most quotable style.

nanoTX'06 will be held on September 27-28 at the Dallas Convention Center.

Perot has a history of betting on promising technology and made the bulk of his $3.7 billion fortune by starting the data-processing company Electronic Data Systems (EDS)

Over the years Perot has received numerous awards for his business success and community service, including the Eisenhower Award for support of the nation's Armed Forces, the Winston Churchill Award, the Horatio Alger Award, the National Business Hall of Fame Award, the Smithsonian Computerworld Award (first recipient; given for contributions to the computer industry), the Sarnoff Award (for contributions to the electronics industry), Medal for Distinguished Public Service (highest civilian award presented by the Department of Defense; given for his efforts supporting U.S. prisoners of war), the Raoul Wallenberg Award (first recipient; given for lifetime service reminiscent of the Swedish diplomat), the Jefferson Award for Public Service, the Patrick Henry Award (first recipient; given to a U.S. citizen for outstanding service to his country). As a noted author, his several books include Preparing Our Country for the 21st Century.

In the evening of the 27th sponsors, exhibitors, and chosen guests will gather in the atrium of the Business Hall for the Exhibitor's Cocktail Reception where the Foresight Institute's Feynman Award winners will be announced. The following day two winners will present their work as the conference continues.

The Foresight Institute Feynman Prizes of $10,000 are given in two categories, one for experimental and the other for theory advances in nanotechnology. The prize is named after Dr. Richard Feynman, a Nobel Prize winner in Physics, whose original goal for nanotechnology — systems of molecular machines building with atomic precision, is the guiding vision of long-term nanotechnology.

Established in 1993, the Foresight Feynman Prizes in nanotechnology are given to researchers whose recent work have most advanced the achievement of Feynman's goal for nanotechnology: the construction of atomically-precise products through the use of molecular machine systems.

Presented by the Texas Nanotechnology Initiative, the event carries the theme: The Promise of Tomorrow—The Business of Nanotechnology. Sponsors include Lockheed Martin, Applied Materials, Texas Instruments, the Japanese Consulate, Winstead, Zyvex, BioForce Nanosciences, Raymor Industries of Quebec, among other big firms and organizations in nanotechnology.

Also expected at nanoTX'06 are Madam Congressman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-30th Dist.) on the House Science Committee and Madam Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) who, as chairman of the Department of Defense Appropriations Committee, included $15 million in new funding for Research in Nanotechnology (SPRING). The program is a consortium comprised of the University of Texas (UT) at Arlington, UT- Austin, UT-Brownsville, U.T. Dallas, UT-Pan American, Rice University and University of Houston, that are participating in nanoTX'06, September 27-28, 2006. Also part of the event is Texas State Technical College.

This funding will build on that effort and continue the consortium's work to establish a collaborative network of well-equipped research centers to rapidly develop and promote nanotechnology.

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