U.S. Senator Pat Roberts to Lead Kansas at BIO

Kansas has done it once again – securing a VIP leader for our delegation that is already creating a buzz with BIO nationally and within our own state!

U.S. Senator Pat Roberts will lead the Kansas delegation at BIO 2007 in Boston – a move that ensures Kansas will have one of the most high-profile delegations at the annual biotechnology event.

“Kansans have a rich history of embracing and leading innovation, and our work at BIO 2007 will demonstrate to the world that we are committed to aggressively moving this industry forward,” said Senator Roberts. “I am honored to stand side by side with my fellow Kansans to showcase our state’s innovation, capabilities – and our tremendous opportunities for bioscience growth.”

“Senator Roberts is working every day to further the state’s growth in the biosciences,” said Tom Thornton, President and CEO of the Kansas Bioscience Authority. “While collaborating with Governor Sebelius and our Congressional delegation, Senator Roberts is leveraging his experience as a leader in national security and defense issues, agriculture and health care for the good of our state. We are honored to have him lead our delegation at BIO.”

Don't Miss any of the Action in Boston!
Here's the "BIG" Kansas BIO 2007 Line-Up

Kansas Warm-Up Reception
Sunday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Hotel Commonwealth, Presidential Suite
500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston

KansasBio and the Kansas Bioscience Authority cordially invite you to attend the Kansas BIO 2007 “Warm-Up” Reception with honorary guest U.S. Senator Pat Roberts. This will be an opportunity for you to meet and hear from U.S. Senator Roberts, receive your exclusive KansasBio goodie bag and customized KansasBio Pocket Guide and get ready for BIO 2007 “Opening Day” and Kansas’ action packed “Big League” presence.

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Kansas “First Pitch”
with U.S. Senator Pat Roberts
Monday, May 7 at 9:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall, Kansas Pavilion, #2621

U.S. Senator Pat Roberts will “throw out the first pitch” and officially open the Kansas Pavilion at BIO 2007 on Monday, May 7 at 9:30 a.m. to the international convention’s 20,000 plus attendees.

You’re invited to join KansasBio President Angela Kreps, KansasBio Chair Michael Beckloff and Platinum Sponsor Representatives Tom Thornton, Kansas Bioscience Authority, and Tracy Taylor, Kansas Technology Enterprise Corporation (KTEC), for this “Opening Day” celebration!

Kansas Media Mornings
Monday, May 7 at 9:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall, Kansas Pavilion, #2621

Tuesday, May 8 at 10 a.m.
Exhibit Hall, Kansas Pavilion, #2621

Please join us for Kansas Media Mornings at BIO 2007 sponsored by the Kansas Technology Enterprise Corporation (KTEC)! KansasBio has partnered with the Kansas Agricultural Network, the state’s largest radio network, to provide listeners across Kansas and five states across the Midwest up to the minute information from BIO 2007. In addition, we will be inviting the national and international media at BIO to attend this KansasBio feature and spread our industry news to the world.

Topics will include:
Update on the Bioscience Industry in Kansas
Biosecurity and Biomass/Biofuel Industry
Kansas City Animal Health Corridor
Developing a Bioscience Cluster in Rural Kansas
Human Life Science

We will conduct additional interviews regarding the bioscience industry in Kansas throughout both days. Interviews will be turned into a “podcast” which will be made available immediately at the Kansas Pavilion for attendees.

Kansas Bioscience Industry Growth Awards Reception
Monday, May 7, 2007 at 6 p.m.
Seaport Elite, Boston Harbor
Commonwealth Pier at the
Boston World Trade Center

You’re invited to the first ever Kansas Bioscience Industry Growth Awards Reception. Kansas standouts will be awarded in the following categories: Research & Development, Kansas “Hot Spots,” Expansion, Start Up and Innovative Program Supporting Bioscience Growth. A pinnacle award, the Governor’s Cup, will be awarded for excellence in the biosciences.

Transportation Instructions: Travel to the Boston World Trade
Center on Seaport Boulevard. Once you arrive, walk towards
the Commonwealth Pier and follow the signs to the Seaport Elite.

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Kansas Big League BIO Reception
Tuesday, May 8 at 5 p.m.
Exhibit Hall, Kansas Pavilion, #2621

Join us for the “Big League BIO” reception honoring our Public Officials and featuring our statewide partners dedicated to advancing the state’s bioscience industry and research base.

In addition, BIO and KansasBio will honor Kansas Agriculture Secretary Adrian Polansky with the prestigious BIO State Executive of the Year Award for his leadership and support for biotechnology in Kansas and across the United States.

Finalists Announced for Growth Awards

On behalf of the bioscience industry in Kansas, KansasBio is pleased to announce finalists for the first ever Kansas Bioscience Industry Growth Awards. The Kansas Bioscience Industry Growth Awards are another component of the Kansas strategy to showcase its strengths and new innovation in the biosciences – including the industry’s vibrancy, breadth and depth.

Winners will be announced during the Kansas Bioscience Industry Growth Awards Reception Monday, May 7, 2007 in Boston aboard the Seaport Elite.

Academic Research & Development Award Finalists
Kansas State University
University of Kansas & University of Kansas
Medical Center
Wichita State University

Research & Development Magnet Award Finalists
Animal Health Task Force
Heartland BioAgro Consortium (NBAF in Kansas)
NCI Designation

Kansas “HOT SPOT” Large Company Award Finalists
American Ingredients Company
Quintiles, Inc.

Kansas “HOT SPOT” Emerging Company Award Finalists
Edenspace Systems Corporation
IdentiGEN North America, Inc.
OncImmune
Ventria Bioscience

Expansion Award Finalists
Cargill, Inc.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.
ICM, Inc.
MGP Ingredients, Inc.

Big League BIO “Rookie” Award Finalists
CritiTech, Inc.
CyDex, Inc.
NanoScale Corporation

Innovative Program Award Finalists
Johnson County Community College Biotechnology Program
KTEC PIPELINE
KU Metro Student Bioscience Institute and Bioscience Continuing Education
OneKC WIRED

Secretary Polansky to receive "BIG" BIO Award

Kansas Agriculture Secretary Adrian Polansky will be honored during the Kansas "Big League BIO" reception on Tuesday, May 8 at
5 p.m. at the Kansas Pavilion, #2621 as BIO State Executive of the Year. KansasBio and BIO will honor Kansas Agriculture Secretary Adrian Polansky with the prestigious BIO State Executive of the Year Award for his leadership and support for biotechnology in Kansas and across the United States. 

A lifelong Kansan, Secretary Polansky owns Polansky Farms and Polansky Seed and has served as state executive director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, served as president of the Kansas Crop Improvement Association and served as chairman of the Agriculture Council of America. In addition, Secretary Polansky leads the Biotechnology Policy Committee of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA).

“Under Secretary Polansky’s guidance, Kansas has become assisted in applying new agricultural production methods and employing new technology innovations,” said Angela Kreps, president of KansasBio. “Not only have farmers in Kansas benefited from Secretary Polansky’s support of biotechnology, but his work has had a significant impact in energizing rural economies.”

We'll Take You There - Shuttles to the BCEC

New for 2007! KansasBio is arranging for shuttle transportation from the Hotel Commonwealth to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) each morning. Seating is limited on each shuttle and is first-come, first-serve.

Shuttle service will begin from the Hotel Commonwealth at 7:15 a.m. on Monday, May 7 and will run every 15 – 20 minutes until 9:15 a.m.

Shuttle service will begin at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8 and Wednesday, May 9 and will run every 15 – 20 minutes until 9:45 a.m.

BIO will provide transportation between the Boston Doubletree Guest Suites and the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC). Please visit the Front Desk or Concierge to pick up a shuttle schedule.

All-Star Lineup of Sponsors

BIO 2007 in Boston provides us a "BIG" stage to show the world what Kansas brings to the table in the biosciences. We are thrilled to announce that CRB Engineers & Builders has joined KansasBio and its statewide effort as an industry sponsor.

Platinum Sponsors:
Kansas Bioscience Authority
Kansas Technology Enterprise Corporation (KTEC)

Gold Sponsors:
Bayer Animal Health
Hill's Pet Nutrition
ICM, Inc.

Silver Sponsors:
Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC)
Kansas City Area Life Sciences Institute (KCALSI)
Kansas Department of Commerce

Bronze Sponsors:
City of Pittsburg
Junction City & Geary County Economic Development
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
Overland Park Economic Development Council
Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas
Shawnee Economic Development Council
Topeka Chamber of Commerce

Industry Sponsors:
CRB Engineers & Builders
IdentiGEN North America, Inc.
Kansas Farm Bureau
Kennedy and Coe
MGP Ingredients
Physicians Reference Laboratory
Ventria Bioscience
Via Christi Health System

University Sponsors:
Kansas State University
Pittsburg State University
University of Kansas
Wichita State University