In the 7th annual conference, the region’s research institutions, federal agencies, industry, investors and service providers once again come together to discuss innovation and commercialization opportunities in the area of biotechnology. Is the OVALS region poised to take on a leadership role in the development of the next generation of technology?
This year’s conference will look at
- the major diseases driving biotechnology advances
- game changing scientific advances
- types of technology that will have major impact our health care in the future
- funding priorities expected to emerge under the new political administration
The Ohio Valley Affiliates for Life Sciences (OVALS) is a collaborative effort of the University of Cincinnati, University of Louisville, Wright State University, University of Kentucky, Ohio University, Air Force Research Laboratory, BioOhio, Bluegrass Business Development Partnership, CincyTechUSA, Edison Biotechnology Institute, and Indiana Health Industry Forum.
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This conference is a “must” for anyone interested in commercialization of new life
sciences technologies, collaboration opportunities, and creating economic impact. This includes university researchers and administrators, technology transfer professionals, corporate scientists, business development professionals, state and local economic development officials, attorneys, investors, incubators, and entrepreneurs. The OVALS Conference is an important forum for exposure to the thinking of national leaders, opening up strategic dialogues, expanding opportunity, and networking.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Conference Fees • The conference registration fees ($150 regular registration, $95 academic, and $50 student) include conference materials, dinner on Thursday, continental breakfast and lunch on Friday, and refreshment breaks.
Refunds • If you register and find you are not able to attend, you will receive a full refund by calling 513.558.1810 or e-mailing
Exhibits • The fee for an exhibit table is $250 per table and includes one conference registration. Please mark the appropriate box on the registration form.
Third Annual Research Fair and Cash Awards
Innovation and opportunity starts NOW. Submit your scientific poster and abstract to be eligible for a cash award of up to $1000. Visit www.ovalsgroup.org/poster_competition.asp for information regarding the application process.
Accommodations • The conference will be held at the Dayton Marriott Hotel, 1414 S. Patterson Blvd. in Dayton, Ohio. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Marriott at a special rate of $119 plus tax, single or double. Please make your reservation by calling 800.450.8625 or 937.223.1000 by March 13 and identifying yourself as a participant of the OVALS Conference. You may also reserve online at www.dayton-marriott.com; the group code is OVLOVLA. After March 13, rooms may be reserved on a space and rate available basis only.
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For Futher Information
University Conferencing
51 Goodman Drive, Suite 200
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0031
Tel: 513-558-1810
Fax: 513-558-0385
E-mail: univconf@uc.edu
Web site: www.OVALSgroup.org
