September 23-26, 2007, Calgary, Alberta, Canada • Issue 2 • March 2007 ABIC 2007 PROGRAM ABIC Calgary 2007 brings you the most BioAlberta - www.bioalberta.com “Two of our current projects making great strides authoritative and forward-looking speakers BioAlberta is a private, not-for-profit industry in research focus on the Human Health sector,” from around the world to address a wide variety association, representing Alberta’s growing explains Dr. David Bailey, President and CEO. of essential agricultural biotechnology topics. bioindustry. BioAlberta is the central voice The Transplant Transcriptome Project, led by Plenary and concurrent sessions range from and the organizing hub for biotechnology in Dr. Phil Halloran at the University of Alberta, Global Agricultural Biotechnology, Challenges and Alberta, encompassing its broad scope of is devoted to new technologies in the field of Solutions to Climate Change and Other Global environmental science, medical technology, organ transplantation. This study creates a Issues, to Bioproducts, Biorefining, Animal Health industrial bioproducts, agriculture biotechnology, new way of looking at transplant patients that and Human Health. bio-informatics and natural health products. With will hopefully improve outcomes through more precise diagnosis. A Human Metabolome Project, Our ABIC 2007 speaker line up a membership of over 130, BioAlberta connects diverse stakeholders, including producers, users led by Dr. David Wishart at the University of • Plenary speakers will include: Dr. David Kohl, and supporters of biotechnology, to work together Alberta, is focused on the rapid, high throughput Professor of Agricultural and Applied Economics towards the benefit of the overall industry. characterization of the small molecule chemical at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State metabolites found in or produced by an organism. University, and a well-known speaker, educator “BioAlberta activities are focused on three key “We’re pleased to see ABIC return to Canada, and and author. areas,” explains President, Ryan Radke. “Our activities include industry promotion and are looking forward to networking and sharing • Dr. Robert Fraley, Executive Vice President and marketing, industry development and government information with the international agricultural Chief Technology Officer for Monsanto, advocacy.” BioAlberta is a member of the biotechnology industry,” says Bailey. “We believe St. Louis, MO. Biotech Accord, which includes other bioindustry biotechnology has many practical and potential • Dave Dzisiak, Global Business Leader, Oilseeds, development organizations, as well as the solutions for agricultural problems today and we Dow AgroSciences from Indianapolis, IN. national bioindustry organization, BIOTECanada. want to be part of finding those solutions and offering them to the consumer.” Watch for full program details coming soon. “We’re pleased to be a part of ABIC 2007 and see it SemBioSys Genetics Inc. - www.sembiosys.ca Early Registration Deadline July 23, 2007. as a great opportunity for our region and industry Register at: www.abic.ca/abic2007/ to showcase our expertise and capabilities,” SemBioSys Genetics Inc. is a Calgary based says Radke. “It raises the profile of some of our biotechnology company engaged in the Agricultural Biotechnology in success stories, such as CV Technologies Inc., development and commercialization of protein Alberta SemBioSys and others.” Radke hopes that by pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical Alberta, along with other regions across Canada, bringing top researchers and industry experts products. 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Recent “With costs estimated to be less than half of over 3300 people are generating revenues of developments in genome sciences, including today’s fermentation systems, the opportunity $386 million across a broad range of the sequencing of whole genomes and the to provide this essential therapeutic to the bioindustry sectors. continuing development of new high-throughput developing world where less than 25% of diabetic We would like to introduce you to some of our technologies, provide the foundation for future patients have access to this medicine today is a industry leaders. research across the entire life sciences sector. real opportunity,” explains Rick Smith, Director and Chair of the Board of Directors. “With the September 23-26, 2007, Calgary, Alberta, Canada • Issue 2 • March 2007 ABIC 2007 PROGRAM confirmed regulatory path to commercialization Sign up today to be a sponsor! ABIC 2007. These hotels have been chosen for their in place, we project that our safflower-produced proximity to the Conference Centre and a special There are still sponsorship opportunities insulin could reach the market as early as 2010.” discounted conference price has been negotiated available for ABIC Calgary 2007. Along with Top for conference participants. Book your room today Smith, who is also a co-chair of ABIC Calgary Level sponsorship packages, there are several and avoid being disappointed! Go to: www.abic. 2007, is pleased that Alberta is host to this Event Specific sponsor opportunities available, ca/abic2007/html/accommodation.html exciting international event. “ABIC gives us ranging from program sessions, poster a chance to feature some of this region’s program coffee breaks to the golf tournament. From the Prairies to the Mountains, best kept secrets of product development in Take advantage of the various sponsorship Take In the Sights Around Calgary agricultural biotechnology. The conference gives opportunities still available – contact Several day trips in and around the Calgary area us the opportunity to share successes and conference organizers or go to: are available for conference participants and new opportunities with other members of the www.abic.ca/abic2007/html/sponsors.html guests. Reserve your space on one of the several international biotechnology industry.” Book Your AgBio Exhibition Space trips west to the Rocky Mountains, visit Banff, Lake ABIC Calgary 2007 Sponsors On-line Louise or the Columbia Icefields, or head east of Calgary and join the Dinosaur/Badlands tour. ABIC Calgary 2007 thanks the many companies A reminder to book your exhibitor space early, www.abic.ca/abic2007/html/tours.html who have sponsored this important international as space is limited for this comprehensive event to date. trade show and exhibition showcasing the Reserve Your Space For The First Partner: Alberta Agricultural Research latest developments, products and technology Annual ABIC Invitational Golf Institute (AARI) available. All refreshment breaks and the Tournament Today! majority of social functions will be held in or Platinum: Alberta Agriculture and Food (AF), near the Exhibition hall, giving participants lots On Saturday, September 22, 2007 join other ABIC Alberta Crop Industry Development Fund (ACIDF), of opportunity to network with exhibitors. participants for a great day of golfing and fun in Glacier AG Products Book your space on-line: the beautiful mountain wilderness at Canmore’s Gold: AVAC Ltd., Dow AgroSciences www.abic.ca/abic2007/html/exhibitors.html Silvertip Golf Resort. Silver: AFSC, Monsanto Canada Inc. Announcing ABIC Calgary 2007 Experience Calgary, Heart of the TM Bronze: Calgary Stampede, Business Poster Session New West Development Bank ABIC Calgary 2007 will be holding a Poster Calgary provides a unique combination of Event Specific Sponsors Session during the conference, with a cash prize adventure, spirit and legendary western hospitality that makes it one of Canada’s top destinations to Lanyard: ABIC Foundation of $500 awarded to the best poster in each of three subject areas. Students, scientists and visit. This cosmopolitan city has lots to offer, at the Welcome Reception: Alberta Ingenuity Fund researchers are invited to submit an abstract same time as providing easy access to breathtaking Stationery: BIOTECanada and a poster related to their academic research outdoor adventure in pristine wilderness. Join us at ABIC Calgary 2007 in September and experience Pre-Banquet Reception: Calgary Stampede or development efforts. Display space for posters is limited to 60 posters; submissions Calgary and area. POCKET PROGRAM: Ag-West Bio Inc. will be considered on a first-come, first-served ABIC Calgary 2007 Banquet: Bayer CropScience basis. Visit the ABIC website for full details. September 23 to 26, 2007 Opening Plenary Session: Genome Alberta Hotel Accommodations – Reminder To register, or for more information, please contact Iris Meck, Conference Coordinator Concurrent Sessions: Saskatchewan Wheat Pool, Book Early! Ontario Agri-Food Technologies Phone: (403) 686-8407 Three Calgary downtown hotels have been Fax: (403) 255-4592 Student poster session: Genome Canada chosen for your convenience while attending Email: [email protected]