omation mbers - Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening
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February 1-5, 2004<br />
San Jose McEnery<br />
Convention Center<br />
San Jose, Cali<strong>for</strong>nia<br />
WELCOME TO LABAUTOMATION2004!<br />
The Association <strong>for</strong> <strong>Laboratory</strong> Aut<strong>omation</strong> (ALA)<br />
welcomes you to San Jose <strong>and</strong> LabAut<strong>omation</strong>2004, the<br />
premier conference <strong>and</strong> exhibition on emerging laboratory<br />
technologies! For eight years, LabAut<strong>omation</strong> has driven<br />
ground-breaking advances in the pharmaceutical, clinical,<br />
<strong>and</strong> biotechnology fields through cutting-edge laboratory<br />
technology, education, <strong>and</strong> collaboration. We’re thrilled<br />
that you’re a part of this pivotal event!<br />
Over the next few days, you will gain valuable knowledge<br />
<strong>and</strong> resources <strong>for</strong> leveraging new discoveries <strong>and</strong><br />
tools. You’ll meet international colleagues, cultivate new<br />
relationships, <strong>and</strong> find innovative ways to collaborate<br />
in the laboratory environment. You’ll also enjoy an<br />
educational program with engaging sessions, intriguing<br />
speakers, <strong>and</strong> upbeat networking events – thanks to<br />
LabAut<strong>omation</strong>2004 Scientific Committee me<strong>mbers</strong>, who<br />
worked nonstop to bring it all together!<br />
This year’s program is the best yet! In addition to<br />
dynamic short courses <strong>and</strong> provocative educational<br />
sessions, LabAut<strong>omation</strong>2004 features an expansive<br />
exhibition floor with more than 300 booths. So be<br />
sure to visit the exhibit hall throughout the week! You’ll<br />
see firsth<strong>and</strong> the latest in aut<strong>omation</strong> technologies <strong>for</strong><br />
pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical, <strong>and</strong> chemical<br />
laboratories – from companies around the world.<br />
Short Courses: Sunday <strong>and</strong> Monday, February 1 <strong>and</strong> 2, 2004<br />
Exhibition Opening: Monday evening, February 2, 2004<br />
Sessions: Tuesday, Wednesday, <strong>and</strong> Thursday, February 3, 4 <strong>and</strong> 5, 2004<br />
Highlights of LabAut<strong>omation</strong>2004 include:<br />
• 21 One-Day <strong>and</strong> Two-Day Short Courses<br />
• Plenary Session Speakers: Dr. Jurgen Drews,<br />
Mr. John D. Rhodes, Dr. Chris Lowe, <strong>and</strong><br />
Dr. Richard Mathies<br />
• Seven Educational Tracks: High Throughput<br />
Chemistry, High Throughput <strong>Screening</strong>, Micro-<br />
Technologies, Proteomics, Genomics, Clinical, <strong>and</strong><br />
Emerging Technologies<br />
• 192 Podium Presentations<br />
• Hundreds of Poster Presentations<br />
• ALA’s Annual GALA Dinner<br />
• Jouan Robotics Award<br />
ALA continues to be the only member-driven, nonprofit<br />
organization dedicated to advancing the science<br />
<strong>and</strong> interests of laboratory aut<strong>omation</strong> professionals<br />
everywhere – so that you can make great things<br />
happen every day.<br />
We’re confident that LabAut<strong>omation</strong>2004 will give you<br />
fresh perspectives, knowledge, <strong>and</strong> enthusiasm <strong>for</strong><br />
the future of laboratory aut<strong>omation</strong>. Please use this<br />
program as a resource guide in the days ahead to help<br />
you make the most of this great opportunity. Enjoy your<br />
visit to San Jose!<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
The LabAut<strong>omation</strong>2004 Scientific Committee<br />
ALA_offi ce@labaut<strong>omation</strong>.org<br />
labaut<strong>omation</strong>.org<br />
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