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Call for papers: Technology Transfer Society

  • 1.  Call for papers: Technology Transfer Society

    Posted 02-17-1999 16:41
    TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER IN THE NEW MILLENIUM
    24th Annual Technology Transfer Society Meeting
    July 15 - 17, 1999
    TradeWinds Resort at St. Pete Beach, Florida

    Call for Papers: You are invited to propose research papers, case studies,
    theoretical models, and other topics in technology transfer.

    Call for Ideas: Also consider proposing panels, round tables, or workshops
    that will add value and diversity to the conference. We would also
    appreciate recommenda-tions of keynote speakers who will challenge our
    assumptions and help all of us plan for the future. Please contact us
    immediately with your ideas!

    Your Theme: We are looking for papers and ideas that address topics related
    to: �Technology Transfer in the New Millennium�

    Your Target Audience: Practitioners of tech transfer, including technology
    managers, new business developers, product developers, policy makers, and
    researchers. Plan to speak to individuals from large and small businesses,
    federal, state, and local governments, the academic community,
    not-for-profit organizations, and professional service providers.

    Your Goal: Help the Society improve participants� abilities to function in
    the new millennium through the use of technology transfer in any of its many
    forms.

    Your Deadline: One page abstracts are due March 10, 1999. Abstracts may be
    submitted via e-mail, fax, or in digital format using MS Word or WordPerfect
    to:
    J. Ronald Thornton
    Southern Technology Applications Center
    1900 SW 34th Street, Suite 206
    Gainesville, FL 32608
    TELEPHONE: (352) 294-7822; FAX: (352) 294-7802
    E-MAIL: r-thornton@ufl.edu

    Acceptance will be determined by your ability to provide and communicate
    useful information that has solid potential for application. If your
    proposal is accepted, you will be notified by March 20, 1999.

    Completed Papers: Due May 1, 1999. Details on format of the final paper,
    slides, overheads, and/or handouts will be sent with your acceptance. Please
    plan to attend the full conference. You will receive a special conference
    rate.