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	We are pleased to announce an intensive Seminar  for Licensing/Technology Transfer Officers, Government Policy Makers and Administrators,  Marketing Managers, Research Managers, Scientists, and Legal Staff entitled Intellectual Property Rights (IPR’s) and their Application in  International Research and Development: An Intensive Executive Workshop Focused on Practical Applications Offices of Dodds & Associates WASHINGTON DC 5 to 9 November 2007 Have you ever wondered... What patents can do for you and why Trademarks are so important? What the difference is between Trade Secrets and Confidential Information? How TRIPS is likely to affect your business? How to turn a patent infringer into a profitable license partner? Or how to patent your invention by spending other peoples money? If your answer is YES to any of the questions above, then this seminar is for you. See below for more information or contact: Dr. John Dodds, Attorney-at-Law and Patent Attorney Phone +1-202-463 3275 / 76    -     Fax +1-202-463 3278  Email j.dodds@doddsassociates.com      Some testimonials from participants in the previous workshop given in Washington: A greatly invigorating experience. Well time managed program… excellent facilitator expertise backed by real life examples to explain complex subject areas. It gave me…. self confidence… and the confidence to engage and proactively move ahead... The participatory approach employed was very fruitful.     Organized by Law Offices of Dodds & Associates, Washington DC bioDevelopments-International Institute, Ithaca, NY Who is the Workshop Intended For? The course is intended to provide a balanced view of current issues and constraints in international IP management, and offers a mix of intensive interactions and in-depth discussions. The workshop is aimed at relatively senior research staff and managers who have job responsibilities containing policy components, strategy development involving IP issues, technology transfer and licensing. The goal is to provide a balanced mix of experiences to the group by aiming to have representation from International Research Centers, Private Sector Entities, National Research Systems, National and Multinational Companies, Bilateral and Multilateral Agencies, and Philanthropic Foundations. What Is The Focus Of The Workshop? The workshop will be action oriented, “hands on” and will not follow a conventional classroom style. Use will be made of working groups and case studies as a way of addressing major IP issues. Come prepared to work hard, and note that the schedule will NOT allow for absence from the working sessions. We are ending the workshop on the last day at lunchtime in order to allow participants to arrange other meetings in DC associated with their visit. Where Will The Meeting Be Held? The workshop will tentatively take place at The University Club, Washington DC Deadlines The course is restricted to 24 persons and space will be allocated on a first pay basis. The deadlines are as follows: Initial expressions of interest OPEN Deadline for registration 15 October 2007 Deadline for payment of fee (non-refundable) 30 October 2007 Fees The cost of participation in the workshop is US$ 1,800 per person. This fee is fully inclusive of:  Course Participation  Reception  Proprietary Workshop Material Package  Coffee and Cookies  Refreshments  Snacks  Intellectual Property Management in Health and Agricultural Innovation: A Handbook of Best Practices (Volume 1 and 2, Executive Guide) Not included are travel costs, food and accommodation in Washington DC. Course Dates The course will be held from 5 to 9 November 2007 Who Will Deliver The Workshop? The following primary persons will facilitate the course: Dr. John Dodds, Founder, Dodds & Associates Dr. Susanne Somersalo, Associate, Dodds & Associates Dr. Anatole Krattiger, Chair, bioDevelopments—International Institute In addition to the facilitators above, participants will meet with a variety of additional persons associated with IP management. Click here for additional information and a full program.