National Press Foundation to Present Four-Day Seminar on Biomedical Engineering at University of California at San Diego 6/3/2004
From: National Press Foundation, 202-663-7280, Web site: http://www.nationalpress.org News Advisory: WHAT: Biomedical Engineering 2004 -- Expenses-paid Four-day Seminar for Journalists in La Jolla, Calif. WHEN: Aug. 15 18 DETAILS: 15 Expenses-Paid Fellowships Available The National Press Foundation will present a four-day seminar on biomedical engineering at the University of California at San Diego in beautiful La Jolla. The NPF is offering 15 fellowships, including airfare (to $600 maximum), lodging overlooking the Pacific and most meals to competitively selected journalists for this program Aug. 15-18. This is one of the most exciting -- and least covered -- areas of both science and medicine. The field is creating new tools for treatment and breakthroughs at research centers across the country. Speakers will include top experts from academia, research institutions, government and corporations. This is an eye-opener for any journalist, and a must program for those specializing in health and science. Topics being considered are: -- Tissue engineering -- Bioterrorism and Bioengineering -- Nanotechnology -- Drug design and delivery -- Medical imaging: Beyond MRIs -- History of biomedical engineering -- Keeping tabs on the latest innovations -- Intellectual Property and Bioengineering There is no application form. You can apply by mail, e-mail or fax. To apply, send a letter stating why you wish to attend, a letter of support from your supervisor, a brief bio, and a clip or audio or VHS tape (if you're an editor send a sample of work you've edited). Applications will not be returned. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. July 9. Send applications to National Press Foundation, Biomedical Engineering 2004, 1211 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 310, Washington, D.C. 20036. E-mail is npf@nationalpress.org. Fax is 202-530-2855. Call for information at 202-663-7280. Latest details always on the Web site, http://www.nationalpress.org. The National Press Foundation is a non-profit educational foundation, underwritten by a grant from the Whitaker Foundation. |