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BIO 2002 comes to Canada (May 23, 2002 – CropChoice news) – The following is from a BIO press release.
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) will host the
world's largest biotechnology gathering, BIO 2002, the 16th Annual
International Biotechnology Convention & Exhibition, June 9-12 at the Metro Toronto
Convention Centre in Toronto, Ontario.
The following dignitaries will be highlighted at BIO 2002, which is
expected to draw more than 14,000 industry leaders. The conference will
feature six plenary events, and more than 150 sessions and symposiums, with
800 speakers covering 18 program tracks.
Carl B. Feldbaum. President of BIO since the organization's founding in
1993, Feldbaum will discuss the role of the biotech community on the
international stage.
John Davidson. The author of "Jesse's Journey" walked 8,300 kilometers
across Canada to support medical research and as a tribute to his son, who
has Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Juan Enriquez. Enriquez argues that biotechnology, alongside other
technological advances, is becoming an essential determinant of economic
success. His book is "As the Future Catches You: How Genomics and Other
Forces Are Changing Your Life, Your Work, Your Investments, Your World."
Dr. Bob Edgar. The general secretary of the National Council of Churches
will discuss religious perspectives on biotechnology.
Thomas Von Essen. The former commissioner of the New York City Fire
Department led the emergency response to the September 11 attacks and brings
a special understanding of crisis management.
Dr. Patrick Moore. As a founding member of Greenpeace and former president
of Greenpeace Canada, Moore believes that environmental issues need to be
debated with accurate and reliable scientific data, not myths and
misinformation. He will discuss how agricultural biotechnology can increase
yields and help save the environment.
Jim Flaherty. As Ontario's minister of enterprise, opportunity and
innovation, Flaherty has a unique perspective on economic and technology
development in Canada.
Iowa Gov. Thomas J. Vilsack. Vilsack is chairman of the Governors
Biotechnology Partnership and a passionate advocate of biotechnology-based
solutions and agricultural biotechnology.
Anne McLellan. Canada's minister of health will discuss the role of
biotechnology in the Canadian healthcare system.
Drs. Phil Sharp and Walter Gilbert. The Biotechnology Heritage Award will
recognize these two Nobel laureates and founders of Biogen.
Dr. Benjamin Carson. The chief of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins
Hospital has been awarded 24 honorary degrees and dozens of national
citations of merit. He is the author of three best-selling books: "Gifted
Hands," "Think Big" and "The Big Picture."
Dr. Lester Crawford. The deputy commissioner of the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) brings a unique perspective to BIO 2002 on a number of
issues, including food safety.
Robert Carberry. The vice president of the Programs Branch of the Canadian
Food Inspection Agency will participate in a session discussing regulation
and labeling of
biotechnology-derived products.
BIO 2002 registration is complimentary for approved, credentialed media,
and advance registration is encouraged. All freelancers must register in
advance. To register, please visit http://www.bio.org . In order to ensure
housing, reporters are urged to register as soon as possible. Advance
registration ends May 24.
BIO represents more than 1,000 biotechnology companies, academic
institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations in all
50 U.S. states and 33 other nations. BIO members are involved in the
research and development of health-care, agricultural, industrial and
environmental biotechnology products.
http://www.bio.org
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