UMBI and BioTech Primer, Inc. Offer 3-Day Bioimmersion Briefing, December 8-10

BALTIMORE, MD – In an effort to help educate the non-scientific workforce operating in the biotech arena, the University of Maryland Biotechnology Institute (UMBI) and BioTech Primer, Inc. are offering a three-day Bioimmersion briefing to provide the non-scientific workforce with an understanding of basic biotechnology terms, techniques, and applications. The program will next be held December 8-10, 2004 in the Columbus Center, located at 710 East Pratt Street in Baltimore, Maryland.

“This is just one of many educational efforts UMBI supports to provide the workforce of Maryland with the tools they need to operate effectively within the biotechnology community,” said Dr. Jennie Hunter-Cevera, President of UMBI. “This particular briefing is especially useful to finance, human resources, and public relations professionals working within this industry sector, as well as the media, economic development, legal, and architectural representatives that regularly interact with the biotechnology business and scientific community. I encourage Maryland professionals to invest in their professional development and take advantage of this informative program.”

Maryland’s specialized BioImmersion briefing will introduce participants to the basic biological concepts and vocabulary that are fundamental to the biotechnology industry. These concepts will then be expanded upon to include the techniques and products that are the result of cutting-edge science. Participants will learn about pharmaceuticals, biologics, diagnostics and biotechnology-related devices, as well as the companies that produce these items. Interwoven into the scientific presentation will be the ethical and legal considerations that must be addressed by policy makers and company executives to ensure acceptance of biotechnology by the public. Hands on activities support and enhance the learning experience, while take home reference materials packed with scientific information and a glossary of scientific terms and three month supply of “ask the expert” support, ensure continued learning, and overall success. Continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon refreshments are also included in the cost of the program. Special rates apply for Greater Baltimore Committee and Technology Council of Maryland members. For more information on this program visit www.biotechprimerinc.com or call 410-377-4429.

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