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UPCOMING 2008 EVENTS:
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
McKimmon Center at NC State
MedTech Forecast: The Experts Weigh In
This event represents a collection of viewpoints from industry leaders in the medical device/diagnostics arena. In a panel format, medtech leaders will discuss the hurdles and opportunities on the horizon for the coming year and beyond.
For example: While the in vitro diagnostics sector is seeing renewed vitality and revenue growth, there is a major trend for diagnostics to identify healthcare problems at an earlier stage by predicting problems based on genetic markers and other predispositions. In the future, diagnostics will be more in the forefront, as the federal dollar is better spent on wellness, and as genomic diagnostics make it possible to predict and prevent disease.
Most companies in the medical device segment will focus on bringing improved versions of existing products to market and will streamline long-term efforts to advance medical technologies. This trend reflects both investor impatience and the shortcomings of existing products on the market. For example, the introduction of drug-eluting stents with thinner struts will resolve most of the recent safety controversy with the devices, and promote a gradual rebounding of sales and growth opportunities.
On the regulatory front, the requirements of post approval clinical trials and data monitoring is expected to increase.
PANELISTS TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
McKimmon Center at NC State
NC State's Entrepreneur Alumni
Logistics:
Hors d'oeuvres and complimentary bar service offered at Networking Reception
Free and open to the public; free parking
PAST EVENTS:
Venture Capital and the Art of Financing Innovation
Thursday, July 17, 2008
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Panel:
Robert A. Lindberg, Ph.D., R.A.C.
BATON Director
North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBC)Jeff Clark, M.B.A.
Managing General Partner and Co-founder
Aurora FundsLister Delgado, M.B.A.
Vice President
NC IDEAKatrin Burt, M.B.A.
Investment Team
Intersouth Partners
Abstract: Many early-stage innovations need financing to help get them off the ground or over a hump. This could be capital for financing a prototype, wrapping up a final stage of research, or getting to and growing revenue. Join us for an evening with local investors who are willing to give you insider advice regarding venture capital and investment opportunities. We've scheduled four of the area's top investment experts to spend the evening answering your questions and sharing their expertise.
Innovation for our Energy Future
Thursday, May 29, 2008
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Keynote: Mr. Phillip Brown, President and CEO of Diversified Energy Corporation
Abstract: Rising energy demand and environmental concerns have made investments in energy technologies the most compelling in decades. The need exists for both improvements to the existing industry and disruptive innovations that will change the energy market. TechRevolution will explore industry strategies and investment perspectives influencing the renewable energy market.
Innovation at NC State, Moving Beyond the Concept
Thursday, March 20, 2008
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Keynote: Keith Collins, Senior VP & CTO of SAS
Abstract: Private and public organizations alike are identifying an "innovative culture" as a key to competitive advantage. More than simply changing a slogan or creating a logo, a change in culture is the result of a set of decisions, precedents, and supporting leadership behaviors around all aspects of organizational design including strategy, structure, people and processes. We'll hear from industry experts and university decision makers about specific methodologies and processes that work.
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Thank you to our 2008 TECHRevolution Sponsors:
Alston + Bird, LLP
Hutchison Law Group PLLC
Jenkins, Wilson, Taylor & Hunt, P.A.
Myers Bigel Sibley & Sajovec, P.A.
The Eclipse Group LLP
Tremonti Consulting LLC
Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP
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Contact Info:
Lisa L. Currin at 919. 515.9335 or lisa_currin@ncsu.edu
The mission of the Office of Technology Transfer is to move academic discovery to the marketplace resulting in new products, processes, and companies while maximizing the impact of academic research and forging new partnerships to tackle 21st century issues. |
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