Technology Transfer & Commercialization

It is the mission of the Technology Transfer & Commercialization office to assist the UNT Health Science Center, its researchers, and its community with the development, promotion, and commercialization of technologies.

Friday, May 17, 2013

3rd Annual Life Sciences Symposium

Improving the Quality of Life Through DNA Technology

* Health Benefits of Personalized Medicines
* A Solution to Fight Human Trafficking
* The Genetic Technology Revolution
* Commercializing Genomics Technology

University of North Texas Health Science Center
Medical Education and Training Building
1000 Montgomery Street - Fort Worth, TX 76107
Designated Event Parking
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Master of Ceremonies Jim Douglas, Reporter WFAA - Channel 8
Opening Remarks By Mayor Pro Tem W.B. (Zim) Zimmerman City of Fort Worth
David P. Cistola, MD, PhD Vice President for Research UNT Health Science Center
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Myron (Mike) Jacobson, Ph.D. Dean UNT System College of Pharmacy UNT Health Science Center Health Benefits of Personalized Medicines
Dr. Arthur Eisenberg, Ph.D. Chairman Forensic & Investigative Genetics UNT Health Science Center A Solution to Fight Human Trafficking
Dr. Bruce Budowle, Ph.D. Executive Director Institute of Applied Genetics UNT Health Science Center The Genetic Technology Revolution
Sharon Sheridan Director Genetic Identity Promega Corporation Transitioning Technology to the Market Place

Schedule of Events:

7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Registration & Networking Breakfast

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Presentations
Panel Discussion and Q & A Session
Closing Remarks

12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Networking Luncheon

RSVP techtransfer@unthsc.edu

Event flyer