Article by Tracee Davis, The Sheridan PressTuesday, September 24, 2013 SHERIDAN — Last week, Sheridan hosted a small, diverse group of scientists, entrepreneurs and policy makers who discussed a range of topics related to biotechnology.  An initiative of Forward Sheridan, the annual Biotech Conference is targeted to bring fresh faces to town and provide a unique opportunity [...]

Article by Tracee Davis, The Sheridan PressTuesday, September 24, 2013 SHERIDAN — The word “biotechnology” often conjures up images of science fiction novels, or at least mysterious genetically modified pets and plants to many non-scientists. However, the word can also apply to the idea of using technology to facilitate established procedures and treatments. Case in point: psychological [...]

Article by Tracee Davis, The Sheridan PressTuesday, September 24, 2013 SHERIDAN — Last week’s Biotech Conference at Sheridan College brought in world-renowned experts in the area of biological law and policy to provide an overview of emerging issues in genetic engineering. Dr. Harvey Blackburn, coordinator of the National Animal Germplasm Program for the Department of Agriculture, introduced [...]

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Forward Sheridan is hosting the “Technology Conversation” with national experts on Intellectual Property, Telehealth, and Genetic Access. This conference is scheduled for September 19th and 20th and will be held at the Sheridan College Whitney Building, just south of Sheridan. Key speakers include Dan Cleveland – Managing Partner of Lathrop and Gage, Barb Johnston – [...]