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Conventions: Jun 12, 2008

Asia Tourism Property and Attraction 2008

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Shang Marriott Hotel, Hongqiao, Shanghai, Shanghai (munic.) China

Asia Tourism Property and Attraction 2008 is an opportunity to learn the critical information that is necessary for industry leaders who have been operating or planning the business in China market place.

This investor and operator driven forum will address the latest development of the world’s largest tourism market, best park & resort operational strategies across different regions of the world as well as the development and investment opportunities in this lucrative market.

Asia Tourism Property and Attraction 2008, with over 200 industry decision makers under one roof, whatever for companies operating in or planning for this market, is an appareled opportunity to learn the critical information and explore business opportunities in the region.

15th International Conference on Cultural Economics

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 15, 2008,
Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts United States

The Association for Cultural Economics International (ACEI) is a scientific society that includes academic scholars, government officials, foundation officials, managers of arts and cultural organizations and artists, united in their interest in furthering understanding of the economic aspects of the arts and culture in their own countries and throughout the world. It holds international research conferences every two years, sponsors small conferences, workshops, and sessions concerned with cultural economics at meetings of other scientific societies. It also sponsors a journal and other publications.

Marketing and Soliciting Planned Gifts—Spring Session

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Omni William Penn Hotel, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania United States

Develop the skills you need to close the gift, from identifying and interviewing prospects to conducting estate analysis and working with the planned giving committee at your institution.

69th Annual CPA Convention

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 14, 2008,
Marriott Halifax Harbourfront, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada

INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT ISSUE
The Special Convention Issue of Canadian Psychology has been prepared as a permanent record of the 69th
Annual Convention of the Canadian Psychological Association, in partnership with the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia, to be held June 12 – 14, 2008 at The Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, Halifax,
Nova Scotia. The Convention presentations are listed in chronological order. The journal is tabbed in
thirds: one each for presentations on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. All papers relevant to a particular presentation
are printed together, a summary of a symposium is given, then the papers within are listed Sy- A,B,C”.

Posters are grouped by topic, numbered and listed, Session “A” 1 to 98 and Session “B” 1 to 98, etc. Posters
for each day will be on display at the time specified in this publication. The subject index is given according
to the “word entry” provided by the author. It can be found, together with the author index, at the back of the book.

The Canadian Psychological Association wishes to acknowledge and thank the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council for its financial support in assisting many students to attend the CPA Annual General Meeting.

This special issue was organized, produced and edited by the CPA Convention department: Kathy Lachapelle-
Petrin, Convention Manager; Catherine McNeely, Convention Assistant, and the CPA Head Office staff.

13th Congress of the European Hematology Association

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 15, 2008,
Bella Center, Copenhagen, Copenhagen Capital Region, Denmark

On behalf of the European Hematology Association, we take great pleasure in inviting you to attend the association's 13th Congress in Copenhagen, from June 12-15, 2008.
The EHA Congresses have become the most significant hematology meeting in Europe, offering presentations of latest research, relevant both to basic scientists and clinical scientists as well as state of the art education sessions for clinicians and hematologists in training. Oral presentations and poster sessions offer opportunities for investigators, especially younger scientists to present their work. The program will also include Clinical Trial Update sessions, Hematology-in-Focus sessions and Meet-the-Expert sessions, as well as Lunch Debates and EHA Scientific Working Group sessions. These are all activities that have been established as part of the EHA Congress program and are recognized by their high quality.

Copenhagen is a metropolis of Scandinavia. Its Latin name Hafnia, harbour, brings associations of safety, shelter and trade, that is exchange of valuables. Indeed, Copenhagen is an excellent venue for the EHA Congress with its focus on exchange of ideas, discussion of results and networking, exchange of scientific valuables, all in the friendly and safe atmosphere of the city.

The EHA and the many scientists who work to offer you the best program and excellent facilities hope that you will make this a success by attending. We welcome you warmly to Copenhagen, June 2008.

Children's Literature Association Conference: Reimagining Normal

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 15, 2008,
Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois United States

In the spirit of “Reimagining Normal,” ISU hosts the 2008 Children’s Literature Association conference. We anticipate a conference that problematizes commonly held assumptions and investigates the changing status of childhood, children’s and adolescent literature and culture, verbal and visual representation for/about young audiences, and constructions of diversity.

10th International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 16, 2008,
Hotel Barcelo Sants Barcelona, Catalonia Spain

The purpose of the 10th International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems (ICEIS) is to bring together researchers, engineers and practitioners interested in the advances and business applications of information systems.
Five simultaneous tracks will be held, covering different aspects of Enterprise Information Systems Applications, including Enterprise Database Technology, Systems Integration, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Information Systems Analysis and Specification, Internet Computing, Electronic Commerce and Human Factors.

ICEIS focuses on real world applications; therefore authors should highlight the benefits of Information Technology for industry and services. Ideas on how to solve business problems, using IT, will arise from the conference. Papers describing advanced prototypes, systems, tools and techniques and general survey papers indicating future directions are also encouraged. Papers describing original work are invited in any of the areas listed below. Accepted papers, presented at the conference by one of the authors, will be published in the Proceedings of ICEIS. Acceptance will be based on quality, relevance and originality. Both full research reports and work-in-progress reports are welcome. There will be both oral and poster sessions.

World Cancer Congress-2008

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 17, 2008,
Shanghai Everbright Convention and Exhibition Center, Shanghai, Shanghai (munic.) China

• To bring together 30 Governmental Decision Makers and Leaders of Non-Profit Organizations/Industries
• To schedule 250-300 scientific and technological presentations by world leading Scientists and Executives on the Anti-Cancer Biomarkers, Mechanisms, diagnostic, medications and cancer management.
• To cover 6 Cancer Training Courses for Doctors, Nurses and Public.
• To initiate 3 Anti-Cancer public awareness activities
• To integrate 2-3 cultural and art events from Art and Culture Group such as from Celebrities.
• To organize fund raising and Therapeutics donation activities for Non-Profit Research Centers or Hospitals.

Developing a Winning Cash Management Business 2008

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
The Alpha, Singapore Science Park II Singapore, Singapore

* Understanding the Corporate Treasurer’s needs.
* Case studies of various Cash Management Solutions adopted by corporate treasurers of MNCs around the world.
* Going beyond Traditional Clearing and Transmission Services.
* Advising and Projecting Working Capital Needs of your customers.
* Understanding various Cash Management Models.
* Key Success Factors in responding to RFPs.
* Customer Segmentation.
* Cash Management Solutions - Designs and Considerations.
* Pricing Considerations.

International Conference on E-Learning in the Workplace (ICELW) 2008

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Columbia University, Teachers College New York, New York United States

ICELW is the first international conference focused on e-learning in the workplace.

With researchers and practitioners coming from around the globe—and from university and business settings—the ICELW community 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's variety of formats--including panel discussions, interactive sessions, and work sessions as well as presentations--will make ICELW 2008 a valuable, engaging experience for all attendees.

10th International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems (ICEIS 2008)

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 16, 2008,
Barceló Hotel Sants Barcelona Spain

The purpose of the 10th International Conference on Enterprise Information Systems (ICEIS) is to bring together researchers, engineers and practitioners interested in the advances and business applications of information systems. Five simultaneous tracks will be held, covering different aspects of Enterprise Information Systems Applications, including Enterprise Database Technology, Systems Integration, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Information Systems Analysis and Specification, Internet Computing, Electronic Commerce and Human Factors.

ICEIS focuses on real world applications; therefore authors should highlight the benefits of Information Technology for industry and services. Ideas on how to solve business problems, using IT, will arise from the conference. Papers describing advanced prototypes, systems, tools and techniques and general survey papers indicating future directions are also encouraged. Papers describing original work are invited in any of the areas listed below. Accepted papers, presented at the conference by one of the authors, will be published in the Proceedings of ICEIS. Acceptance will be based on quality, relevance and originality. Both full research reports and work-in-progress reports are welcome. There will be both oral and poster sessions.

Opportunity China II: Food & Beverage Executive Summit

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Radisson Hotel Century Park, Pudong, Shanghai China

Embracing the theme of "Examining the latest dynamics in China food and beverage industry & seizing tremendous business opportunities ", "OPPORTUNITY CHINA II: Food & Beverage Executive Summit" is an extremely unique meeting platform for leaders, specialists and decision-makers to reflect, exchange information, discuss and deliberate on opportunities and challenges confronting the food & beverage industry worldwide.

“Opportunity ChinaⅡ” is owned and produced by IBG Company Ltd. , Asia’s leading conference organizer. For more information about CFBS2008, please visit:
www.ibgintl.com

Platts 2nd E&P MLP Symposium

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Sheraton Suites Houston Houston, Texas United States

Back by popular demand, Platts 2nd E&P MLP Symposium will give you the opportunity to prepare for the continued resurgence of O&G MLPs. We will examine...

* O&G MLP maintenance capital — Leveraging the cash
* Rapid evolution of the O&G MLP Sector — Late 2007, early 2008 market swings
* Creating the ideal O&G MLP business — Which is the ideal structure?
* Royalty Trust or MLP — Which is better for your asset portfolio?
* Strategies for unconventional assets’ inclusion in O&G MLPs
* Financing models for O&G MLPs and investor appetite

Platts 11th Annual Private Power in in Central America

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Intercontinental Miramar Hotel Panama City, Panama

Join the community of thermal and renewable power, biofuel, and oil and gas executives who gather at this event each year to discuss regional energy challenges and find solutions.

Hear the Latest on:

* Meeting growth in energy demand — New generation, fuel diversification
* Renewable energy — New build, integration into the system
* Transmission interconnection — Central America, Mexico, and the Andean countries
* Market development — Bottle-necks, PPAs, short-term sales, regulatory involvement
* New fuel sources — E&P, refinery, pipeline, and LNG terminal development
* Alternative fuels — Activity, policies, impact on economies and agriculture

2nd Annual New Product Development Strategies

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Radisson SAS Hotel, Amsterdam, Noord Holland Netherlands

With the intense consumer pressure to deliver state-of-the-art products to market, constant, yet fiscally responsible innovation is paramount to a company’s ability to stay relevant. Now, more than ever before, consumer goods, high tech and electronics providers need to be more in tune with their consumers’ needs and wants. Ignoring this critical input, as well as scenario planning, will result in a product that is a waste of resources, which will be reflected in sales and ultimately, the bottom line.

This exclusive marcus evans event will look at utilising the customer voice and managing total costs while trying to remain aggressively innovative, as well as exploring sustainable approaches to innovation and appropriately measuring the success of your company’s open innovation processes.

69th Canadian Psychological Association Annual Convention

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 14, 2008,
Marriott Halifax Harbourfront, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada

Psychology services are provided in schools, private practices, businesses, health clinics, hospitals, jails, courts, social welfare agencies, rehabilitation centres and so on. These services are provided by governments or in the private sector. Provincial and territorial governments are responsible for public psychological services and the regulation of psychology.

Canada is a big and diverse country. The information in this section is designed to make it less confusing and to help Canadians and people from abroad understand how psychology is organized in Canada, what psychologists do and how they are educated, trained and regulated.

The CIO and Technology Leaders’ Forum

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
The Dorchester, London, England, United Kingdom

Another major challenge for IT leaders is innovation. Boards are increasingly looking to the CIO and IT function to implement strategies which drive top-line growth. But the IT function is not always set up, or indeed motivated to innovate.

To discuss these key strategic issues, Economist Conferences is introducing its "CIO and Technology Leaders’ Forum". Building on the strength of its previous "CIO Agenda" meetings, this high-level, off-the-record event will be limited to 30-40 CIOs and IT directors of multinational companies and influential thinkers in the IT and technology space. It will leverage the strengths of The Economist and Economist Intelligence Unit in forecasting and analysing business trends for IT in the enterprise.

Diagnostic Problems in the Pain Clinic

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Western Rooms, Liverpool Cathedral, Merseyside, England, United Kingdom

The aim of the meeting is to introduce diagnostic approaches employed in the management of chronic pain, with an emphasis on conditions refractory to conventional treatment. Treatment plans are not only based on aetiology but also presumed pathophysiology, type and quality of the pain itself. At the end of the course the attendees will have learned to diagnose different types of pain, essentials of assessment of chronic pain patients with diverse conditions, and how to develop a treatment plan.

Robotic Surgery: Innovation Of Today, Tomorrow And The Future For Administrators and Surgeons

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Omni Hotel, 401 Chestnust Street, Independence Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States

A Two-Day Strategic Event Focusing On How Hospitals Can Implement, Develop, and Add Robotic Technology in Surgical Situations To Improve Patient Outcomes and Gain Market Share

LEARN ABOUT: • Designing surgical robotic programs to improve patient outcomes, reduce hospital costs, and gain market share • Investing in a surgical robot to maximize revenue, reduce error within surgery, and cater to broader audience • Using robotic surgery as a tool to retain top talent and create a marketing niche among competitors • Enhancing the surgeon’s ability and enabling better performance through surgical robotics • Implementing surgical robotics to reduce patient recovery, minimize scarring, and eliminate long term-effects • Developing Strategies to overcome barriers associated with investing in a surgical robot • Building a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary teaching program for surgical robotics in order to guarantee a 100 percent success rate • Analyzing top hospitals who have profited by adding robotic surgery • Successfully marketing your robotic services to the community to increase patient recruitment, revenue, and competitive advantage

NHS Governance

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Renaissance Hotel, Manchester, England, United Kingdom

*Explore the future of NHS regulation
*Gain strategies to develop the intelligent Board and meet their information needs
*Discuss how your assurance structures can be improved and appropriately applied at all levels of the organisation
*Explore the implications of the new Corporate Manslaughter Act
*Hear key tips to prepare your governance system for operating in a commercial environment
*Learn how you can create shared governance systems with partner organisations
*Understand how to manage legal difficulties surrounding governance and accountability of Arms Length services

Beauty Eurasia

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 15, 2008,
Tuyap Exhibition Center, Istanbul, Marmara, Turkey

The 4th International Exhibition for

• beauty
• cosmetics
• perfumery
• beauty & hair salons
• packaging
• raw materials
• private lable
• wellness & spa
• natural products

Nordic Congress on Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 14, 2008,
Congress Centre Verkatehdas, Haemeenlinna, Haeme Finland

Nordic Congress on Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation will take place June 12th to 14th, 2008 in H�meenlinna, Finland. We heartily welcome participants from all five Nordic countries, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland and also from Baltic countries Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania!

The programme is carefully planned to suit to the needs of the skilled staff in the cardio-vascular field: nurses, dieticians, physiotherapeutists as well as physicians (GP's and specialist or specializing doctors). Many new studies have been finished since we met 2005 in T�nsberg, Norway. We encourage you to send abstracts describing practical so-lutions in your work or results of your studies. It is always interesting to hear news from the neighbouring countries!

Two main themes of the meeting are prevention and rehabilitation of heart patients. Also new aspects of the cardio-metabolic field will be discussed on cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, dyslipidaemia, hypertension, nurse-led rehabilitation and erectile dysfunction. We organizers are sure the congress will become a place of lively discussion with col-leagues.

Modelling Leveraged Buy-Outs

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
ETC Venues, Mayfair, London, England, United Kingdom

By attending this hands-on interactive training course, you will have the unique opportunity to build a complete Buy-out model from an Excel template. Each session will mix theory and practical modelling.

There will be numerous practical examples, and you will be able to incorporate these examples into the case model. Above all the course is logical and progressive, building up a comprehensive modelling understanding of buy-outs and producing a comprehensive complete model.

Coastal & Ports Surveying

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Canary Islands Fruit Terminal, Southampton, Canary Islands Spain

The new Marine Bill to be law by 2009.
Are you really ready?

Common survey data for UKHO chart updates, and
3-D LiDAR/photographic close-ups of ports and coastlines.

Clearing debris out of harbours the sustainable way,
and handling wrecks and salvage on your patch.

Coastal & Ports Surveying Conference will interest hydrographers, ports and coastal authorities as well as civil engineers and consultants.

New developments in ports and coastal hydrography, surveying
and operations in the UK for 2008.The effects of legislation, pending or recently introduced, are a major part of hydrographers, surveyors and port authorities
responsibilities in 2008 and going forward.

2008 PDA Technical Reports: A Fresh Look

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
San Francisco Airport Marriott San Francisco, California United States

This meeting will provide insight into the following PDA Technical Reports:

* Technical Report No. 14, Revised 2007, Validation of Column-Based Separation Processes
* Technical Report No. 15, Revised 2008, Validation of Tangential Flow Filtration Systems in Biopharmaceutical Applications
* Technical Report No. 45, Filtration of Liquids using Cellulose-Based Depth Filters
* Technical Report No. 26, Revised 2007, Sterilizing Filtration of Liquids
* Technical Report No. 41, Revised 2008, Virus Filtration ( Summary of FDA and CREDA Research Project)

In addition, speakers will discuss topics such as the PDA Biotech Survey – Bioburden Monitoring during API Manufacturing, the PDA Response to EMEA Draft Guideline on Virus Safety Evaluation of Biotechnological Investigational Medicinal Products, and an update on PDA Mycoplasma Task Force: Alternative Methods, Media Contamination, Filtrative Removal, and Emerging Issues.

Pricing and Structuring of Structured Products

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 5 Raffles Ave, Marina Square, Singapore

The structured credit market worldwide is undergoing a major contraction which has led to extreme volatility within the structured products arena. This course will give an overview of the current crisis and how to manage your current portfolio in a volatile market. The focus has shifted away from structured credit and this course will examine how to develop opportunities in alternative forms of investment such as commodities. As this market evolves over the next year all participants must ensure that their clients can determine the risk exposure behind each product, through true understanding of its features in a transparent and liquid manner.

This course has been researched with leading professionals and regulators in Singapore and Hong Kong to assist executives in understanding how to look at the current structured products market.

• Evolution of the commodity investment market
• How to structure products in the current credit crisis
• Managing a portfolio of structured products in adverse market conditions
• Understanding the lifecycle performance of CPPI structures
• How can FX structured products help to manage risk within a portfolio?
• Fund derivatives vs funds
• Correlation characteristics of commodities to equities and fixed income

Don’t miss this chance to learn how to manage your current structured products portfolio in volatile conditions and what alternative products to invest in.

8th Annual Continuing Medical Education

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Doubletree Hotel, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States

The overall theme for this meeting is “Successes in CME.” We are looking at success in many levels, from overall benefit to the participants to better educational and management outcomes. It is our hope that each of you will come ready to share your success stories and be prepared to engage in discussions with the faculty and your fellow attendees about setting strategies to achieve even more successes in the future.

2nd Annual Global Airport Investment Congress

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Courtyard by Marriott Prague Czech Republic

In Partnership with Prague International Airport
Prague Airport will be on show and has recently opened it's doors to potential bidders - meet the decision makers face to face.

A Must for those Involved in the Financing and Development of Airports!
Meet Airports offering long-term growth with a high degree of resilience, high operating margins and robust earnings growth via strong commercial opportunities.

The EU Pharmaceutical Dossier

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Radisson SAS Hotel, Nice, Provence Cote dAzur France

The conference will provide a wide-ranging up-to-date coverage of the pharmaceutical issues that underpin a successful marketing authorisation application. In a carefully-structured programme, delegates will learn about the key components of the EU licensing systems for substances for pharmaceutical use and for finished medicinal products. Delegates will learn about sources of official information and expert guidelines and will find out how to prepare the ‘Quality’ parts of the CTD (in Modules 1.3, 2.3 and 3). Information will also be given on common deficiencies in the pharmaceutical dossier. It is anticipated that the course will be useful both as an introductory course and as a refresher course to people who need to have an up-to-date and wide knowledge of the subject areas.

All the speakers have had many years’ experience working in or for the UK regulatory authorities and also for various other bodies with multi-national regulatory activities.

There will be ample opportunity for question and answer sessions throughout the two days of the course, further to enhance the delegates’ understanding of pharmaceutical issues of individual concern.

Capital Markets Conference

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Unique Hotel Sao Paulo Brazil

This conference will bring together leading experts in capital markets to discuss topics such as:

• IPO (Initial Public Offering)
• How to prepare a company for IPO
• Aspects of success of a going public deal
• Foreign offer and BDR (Brazilian Depositary Receipts)
• Becoming a public company: motivations and advantages
• CVM (Comissão de Valores Mobiliarios) regulations and trends
• Conducting an IPO: company overview
• Changes to a company’s culture following an IPO

WHO is Turning the Lights out on Drug Development?

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Hardwicke Building, London, England, United Kingdom

This conference will examine the potential effect on the pharmaceutical industry of negoitations currently under way at the World Health Organisation which could see a fundamental change to the global IP rules which currently underpin R&D. The conference will survey the political and economic context behind the WHO negotiations, and offer perspectives into the likely impact on innovation and health of the reforms under discussion. It will also provide a valuable forum for discussion of these complex issues.

Patent Systems In Europe

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
The Rembrandt Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom

This course aims to provide a unique schematic overview of the multinational aspects of the Patent System in Europe, with selected topics being discussed in depth A brief outline of the various patent-related international treaties in force will be followed by a more detailed examination of both the European Patent Convention (EPC) and the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). The interface between the two systems will be explained.

European Coatings Conference (Food Contact Coatings)

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2008,
Holiday Inn Berlin Esplanade Berlin Germany

The most important application category for food contact materials are coatings and inks used in food packaging with respect to the potential for migration to occur. There is no doubt: Food safety is of high importance. Migration of coatings components into foodstuff is a subject of increasing interest and an important aspect of food packaging because of the possible hazardous effects on human health. Therefore we have set up the European Coatings Conference “Food contact coatings”.
Focusing on developments in raw materials and inks as well as on current legislation the conference will provide you with ideal networking opportunities and up-todate information. This premiere will present 11 high-level technical papers, given by invited international experts, on topics such as

* prevention of photoinitiator migration
* raw materials for food contact coatings
* anti-fogging
* printed oxygen indicators

The conference will additionally host the pre-conference tutorial "Basics on food contact coatings" enabling conference delegates to acquire a profound base knowledge on general requirements for food contact coatings, rigid packaging coatings, new trends in food contact coatings and legislation issues.

SEMI Member Forum 2008

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Le Meridien, Munich, Bayern Germany

“Made in Europe” is our theme for 2008. There is enough evidence that Europe has world-class technology in both semiconductor and photovoltaic. Innovation, flexibility and competitiveness are critical to master the challenges ahead and, therefore, are on top of our agenda at our 3rd SEMI Member Forum.

Your presence is important in order to set the stage and to strengthen our industry’s collective identity in Europe.

Handling People with Tact and Diplomacy

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Continuing Education and Conference Center St. Paul, Minnesota United States

Wherever you work and whatever you do, it's important to know how to deal with people skillfully and sincerely. This course presents skills for building and maintaining those interpersonal relationships that affect job performance. You will learn ways to be diplomatic and positive without compromising your position or diminishing your authority. The course is action-oriented with activities designed to help you renew your enthusiasm for working with people, while doing and saying the right thing.

Question Time Fraud

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
City Pesentation Centre, 4 Chiswell Street London, England, United Kingdom

Insurers are now dealing with fraudulent claims at a rate of £1.3 million a day - three times the amount detected in 2003. With more than £25 million a year invested in fraud investigation, what will the cost be to the industry in the future?

What other questions remain unanswered?

Staged motor accidents, fake disability and arson are the most common types of fraud. How prepared is the insurance industry in tackling new emerging trends such as cyber and mortgage fraud?

Are you making use of trends and patterns analysis and latest technology to identify fraudulent claims at an early stage? Discover how intelligent electronic mapping tools can minimise fraudulent pay-outs made by our industry each year and beat fraudsters in the long run!

Fraudulent insurance claims cost £1.6bn a year and add £40 a year to premium paid by honest customers. What are the economics of fraud and how do they affect our businesses?

The insurance industry recognises the benefits of aligned fraud prevention strategies in a world of increased migration. How practical and effective would industry-wide data-sharing in a Global Fraud Database be in tackling organised crime and fraud? Would it actually work?

Could a rise in fraudulent insurance claims be linked to increased financial pressures faced by consumers in a weakening economy? Discuss the reported high number of claims notifications, especially relating to mortgage fraud.

The PC Show

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 15, 2008,
Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre Singapore Singapore

The PC Show is the most important trade fair for the PC industry in Singapore. The PC Show is designated for the PC trade and the high-tech computer community as well as for the sophisticated end user, Industry and institutional buyers, computer managers, maintenance and logistic management personnel, developers, web-masters, IT-Pro's, web-site builders, support and service personnel, and knowledge workers.

13th Annual Quality Streetscapes Conference

Jun 12, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008,
Mayfair Conference Centre London, England United Kingdom

A quality public realm can improve quality of life, enhance local identity and foster commercial success. Placemaking professionals working in this area have an important role to play in urban development and can benefit from sharing experiences about what works when designing, managing and resourcing public spaces.

Now in it’s 13th year, this conference will raise debate and generate discussion about the key elements that go into creating a vibrant and well utilised public realm. Speakers will look at different ways of enhancing public spaces, consider latest guidance and the impact that a successful public realm can have on urban environments.

Highlights:

• Key elements for creating effective public spaces
• Keeping a place functioning over time
• New guidance from the Department for Transport on the integration of traffic management requirements into well designed streets
• Measurement and valuation of street quality
• Case studies and examples of best practice

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