BIG BUZZ: Dr. Val Stella - a Kansas "Big Thinker"
 Dr. Val Stella, a distinguished professor of pharmaceutical chemistry at the University of Kansas and inventor of drugs to treat epilepsy and AIDS, has been named a Kansas “Big Thinker” and will be honored at BIO 2007 in Boston. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit the Kansas Pavilion, meet Dr. Stella and listen to him discuss his work, experiences and visions.
 With more than 20,000 bioscience leaders from throughout the world in attendance, there is no better place to highlight Kansas’ strengths, opportunities and our path for growth. One of the ways we will do this is to focus on our thought leaders, such as Dr. Stella, who are creating a buzz and propelling our industry through their work and innovations.
Don’t miss an issue of BIObuzz - we'll be announcing additional Kansas "Big Thinkers" who will join us in Boston.
CLICK HERE to read more about Dr. Val Stella.
Why I'm going to BIO 2007
Senator Nick Jordan - Kansas Legislature
 "BIO 2007 in Boston gives Kansas the opportunity to showcase our bioscience initiatives to key contacts. To be a part of the Kansas 'team' at the trade show is exciting and greatly benefits our State."
Representative Stephanie Sharp - Kansas Legislature
 "I’m going to BIO because there is no better opportunity to tell the Kansas story to an risk-taking and entrepreneurial audience. It was exciting to see our economic and bioscience legislation in action and see the potential for Kansas in this area. Boston, bioscience and business, a beautiful bond!"
Kansas Delegation Recruiting - Join us in Boston!
 Join Kansas at BIO 2007! Thanks to our sponsors and your support and commitment to growing the biosciences in Kansas, we will again have a “BIG” presence at BIO 2007. We invite you to be part of our Kansas Delegation to communicate Kansas’ message and showcase to the world Kansas is serious, aggressive and ready to grow.
KansasBio negotiated a rate of $125 for an Exhibit Hall Pass, that's more than 50% off the normal cost. This discount is only good if you register with KansasBio as part of the Kansas Pavilion.
CLICK HERE to register with the KansasBio.
KansasBio will submit your registration to BIO, and you'll receive an email confirmation from BIO. KansasBio will invoice you and contact you to discuss availability to work at the Kansas Pavilion. Deadline to submit requests is April 2 at 5 p.m.
This registration allows access to Exhibition Hall only. If you would like to attend any BIO sessions or receptions, you will need to purchase a registration upgrade once you receive your email confirmation from BIO.
Catch the BIO 2007 "Spring Training" Fever
 KansasBio will host a "Spring Training" reception prior to BIO 2007 for Kansas Delegates. Join us for snacks, cocktails and networking on Thursday, April 26 from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Kansas Bioscience Authority offices in Olathe.
We will provide key messaging points, discuss logistics and work with you to personalize your involvement to help you maximize your participation at BIO 2007.
Free Registrations for Kansas Legislators
 KansasBio has successfully negotiated with BIO to waive Kansas legislators’ conference registration fees, and al Kansas State Legislators are invited to attend BIO 2007 in Boston for free.
Legislators will receive complimentary registration that will enable entry on ALL conference days, 3day BIO exhibition, three breakfast Thought Leader sessions, three keynote lunch sessions, three BIO evening receptions, 200+ BIO education sessions, access to Business Forum, BIO Career Fair, Tuesday night exhibition reception and more!
If legislators are interested in attending or learning more about BIO 2007, please contact KansasBio Communications at (785) 296-3363 or by e-mail at communications@kansasbio.org.
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 Kennedy and Coe 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 Department of Commerce
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Bronze Sponsors:
City of Pittsburg
Junction City & Geary County Economic Development
Kansas City Area Life Sciences Institute (KCALSI)
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas
Shawnee Economic Development Council
Topeka Chamber of Commerce
Industry Sponsors:
Kansas Farm Bureau
Kennedy and Coe
Physicians Reference Laboratory
University Sponsors:
Kansas State University
Pittsburg State University
University of Kansas
Wichita State University
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, contact Angela Kreps, akreps@kansasbio.org or at 913.495.4334. |
“The future for our human race depends on the advancement of biotechnology as well as understanding what it is and what it isn’t; what it can do for all of us, whether you’re a producer or whether you’re a consumer. It’s extraordinarily important to have the opportunity as often as we can to communicate and share what biotechnology is, what’s it’s doing for us currently and what it will do for us in the future.”
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