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Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The
 

Convergence: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum

Jun 11-13, 2009 at Hotel Viking, Newport Rhode Island United States
The Convergence Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather In Newport, RI on June 11 - 13 to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare, and medical devices. For more information, visit: http://www.convergenceforum.com/
 

Neurotrophic Factors 2009

Jun 21-26, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Neurotrophic factors play essential roles in the developing and mature nervous system. Now more than 50 years old, this field of study continues to contribute breakthrough discoveries regarding the fundamental biology of cell-cell communication and the development and maintenance of the most complex and elegant biological machine - the brain. Neurotrophic factors influence cell proliferation, survival, differentiation, migration, axon and dendrite growth, synaptic plasticity and the interactions of neuronal and glial cells. They play critical roles in complex behaviors including feeding, anxiety, depression and learning. Studies of neurotrophic factors may have important implications for the treatment of a variety of neurological diseases including disorders of neural development and as well as diseases of the differentiated nervous system including Alzheimer's disease, Down syndrome, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, epilepsy, stroke, and peripheral neuropathies. No venue for this field provides a better
 

Heterocyclic Compounds 2009

Jun 28-Jul 3, 2009 at Salve Regina University, Newport Rhode Island United States
Initiated in 1964, the GRC on Heterocyclic Compounds is one of the longest running Gordon Research Conferences, which reflects the vitality and importance of the subject matter. Heterocyclic compounds account for well over half of all known organic compounds. Many classes of natural products, as well as a large majority of commercially important drugs, agrochemicals, reprographic materials, dyes, etc., contain heterocyclic rings. Hence the synthesis and study of heterocyclic compounds, is a subject of immense importance both for academia and industry. The continued evolution of this field is crucial to achieving efficient, cost-effective solutions to increasingly complex problems in organic synthesis and to accessing unexplored structural space. Through formal research lectures from outstanding scientists, poster sessions and informal discussions, this conference presents an excellent opportunity to any scientist who is interested in gaining knowledge of the most recent advances in this important field. Poster Sessions: There will be two poster sessions at the meeting. Poster presenters will be given preference for acceptance into the meeting. From the poster abstracts received by 31 May 2009, up to four posters will be chosen to be
 

Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Group's annual Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.
 

Public Funds Summit East

Jul 8-10, 2009 at Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, Newport Rhode Island United States
Opal Financial Groupxe2x80x99s annual Public Funds Summit East will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The Summit will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies. By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the Public Funds Summit will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.
 

Chronobiology 2009

Jul 19-24, 2009 at Salve Regina University , Newport Rhode Island United States
The 2009 Gordon Conference on Chronobiology will present cutting-edge research on the molecular, cellular and systems aspects of circadian biology. The Conference will feature a wide range of topics, such as the dynamics of transcription and cell cycles, molecular mechanisms of clocks, genetics of human clocks, metabolism and clocks, novel functions for clock genes, model organism clocks, entrainment mechanisms, and the neurobiology of the suprachiasmatic nucleus. Invited speakers represent a variety of scientific disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, genetics, genomics, structural biology, cell biology, imaging, modeling, sleep medicine, neuroscience, behavior and human biology. The Conference will bring together a collection of investigators who are at the forefront of their field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. Some poster presenters will be selected for short talks. The