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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:7992@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090420T110803
SUMMARY:The 17th Annual ICAR Symposium on Aggregates addresses industry issues
LOCATION:PRC Commons Conference Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090505T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090420T110803Z
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 17th Annual International Center for Aggregates Research (ICAR) Symposium on "Aggregates: Asphalt Concrete, Portland Cement Concrete, Bases and Fines." 

Participants can expect a comprehensive program addressing aggregates issues of great value to industry, DOT and contractor personnel engaged in pavement design, construction, maintenance and management.
CONTACT:Amanda Nafe Zimmerman
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/icar/index.cfm
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:7819@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090406T101026
SUMMARY:Engineering master's degree hosts info session
LOCATION:J.J. Pickle Research Campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090506T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090406T101026Z
DESCRIPTION:The Engineering Master's Degree Program invites you to attend an information session to learn more about the engineering management, integrated circuits and systems and software engineering programs at The University of Texas at Austin.

You are encouraged to ask questions about admission requirements, university policy, career applicability and more. 

Refreshments will be served. 


CONTACT:Murray Altman-Kaough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/degree/infosession.cfm?course_num=1229
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8086@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090501T135051
SUMMARY:Science Under the Stars features "The Ways of the Ant"
LOCATION:Brackenridge Field Lab (BFL)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090506T210000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090508T115403Z
DESCRIPTION:Science Under the Stars is a outdoor, evening science lecture series free and open to all.  This talk will be given by Evan Economo (University of Texas) on "The Ways of the Ant."  

Economo says: "Ants have evolved ingenious solutions to nature's problems. They are farmers, trappers, builders, herders, gliders, water-walkers and much more. Perhaps most interesting of all, like humans, they form complex societies that function with no central control. We will explore the many oddities of the ant world. I also will present never-before-seen footage of an ant species that shoots defensive bubbles out of its anal orifice."
CONTACT:Evan P Economo
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.biosci.utexas.edu/ib/ScienceUnderStars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8094@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090504T085010
SUMMARY:Nutritional Sciences speaker address metabolic health of Latino youth
LOCATION:PHR 2.114
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090511T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090511T180000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090507T095637Z
DESCRIPTION:"Interventions to Improve Metabolic Health in Latino Youth"

The Sonia Wolf-Wilson Lectureship and The Department of Nutritional Sciences present Jaimie Davis, PhD, assistant professor of research, University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, Department of Preventive Medicine.







CONTACT:Miriam L Pashby
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8053@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090428T093732
SUMMARY:Conference addresses new era of government transparency on Internet
LOCATION:LBJ Library and Museum
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090515T161500
LAST-MODIFIED:20090515T161547Z
DESCRIPTION:<a href="http://www.utexas.edu/lbj">The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs</a>, <a href="http://www.lbjlib.utexas.edu/">The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum </a>and the <a href="http://www.foift.org/">Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas</a> present "Open Government on the Internet: A New Era of Transparency" at the LBJ Library and Museum.

This conference will explore the renewal of accountability through transparency in government and the role of the Internet as articulated in the <a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/Freedom_of_Information_Act/">Freedom of Information Act</a> (FOIA) and the Transparency and <a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/TransparencyandOpenGovernment/">Open Government Memoranda</a>, the very first executive orders President Barack Obama issued on Inauguration Day. 

The one-day conference will feature speakers and panelists from Austin, Texas, and Washington D.C. interacting simultaneously with one another and the audience through video conferencing from <a href="http://www.archercenter.org">The Archer Center</a>, a facility of The University of Texas System in Washington, D.C.  

Among the distinguished guest participants is federal chief information officer (CIO) in the Obama administration Vivek Kundra. President Barack Obama named Kundra the "federal CIO"--a new position that will oversee technology investments and technology spending by the federal government, according to the White House. 


CONTACT:Kerri D Battles
URL;VALUE=URL:http://21stcenturyproject.org/transparency_conference.htm
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8128@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090513T121751
SUMMARY:Downtime planned for university Web sites
LOCATION:The University of Texas at Austin Web sites
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090521T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090521T080000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090522T150153Z
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday, May 21, from 5 to 8 a.m., the main University of Texas at Austin Web sites and custom domains will be unavailable due to hardware and cabling maintenance. This maintenance will have the following impacts:

* All pages within the Web central domain, utexas.edu, will be unavailable
* Custom domains hosted by the university, such as blantonmuseum.org, will be unavailable
* Streaming media servers will be unavailable
* Stellent content management system will be unavailable for updates

Visitors to these sites will see a temporary site with information about the downtime. UT Direct will be unaffected by the downtime.
CONTACT:Information Technology Services
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/its/alerts/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8135@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090519T121820
SUMMARY:Lecture explores computational science and the scientific method
LOCATION:ROC 1.603, J.J. Pickle Research Campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090521T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090521T123000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090519T121820Z
DESCRIPTION:Scientific Software Days keynote lecture: "The Impact of Computational Science on the Scientific Method"

Lecture presented by Victoria Stodden, postdoctoral fellow, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Group at the MIT Sloan School of Management; fellow, Science Commons; Law and Innovation fellow, Internet and Society Project, Yale Law School

This talk explores these two changes to the scientific method and presents possible ways to bring reproducibility into today's scientific
endeavor. A licensing structure is proposed for all components of the research, called the "Reproducible Research Standard," designed to align Intellectual Property law with long-standing communitarian scientific norms, and outline the need for software tools that can facilitate attribution tracking, data and code sharing, research verification, and thus encourage scientists to release their full
research compendium and reestablish reproducibility as core component of modern computational science.
CONTACT:Victor L Eijkhout
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.tacc.utexas.edu/softwareday/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8127@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090513T121407
SUMMARY:Rescheduled: WebSpace unavailable May 29 for hardware maintenance
LOCATION:The University of Texas at Austin WebSpace Service
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090528T120000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090519T121848Z
DESCRIPTION:On Friday, May 29, from 8 a.m. to noon, WebSpace will be unavailable due to server maintenance. This downtime will have the following impacts:

    * http://webspace.utexas.edu login and file access will be unavailable.
    * Web folders and WebDAV connections will not be able to access files on WebSpace.
    * Delivery of Green Output reports from the mainframe will be delayed until maintenance is complete.
    * Document upload and download in the Job Application and document download in the Recruiting Summary will be unavailable.
CONTACT:Information Technology Services
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/its/alerts/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8150@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090521T120023
SUMMARY:Attend campus-wide instructional technology showcase
LOCATION:CBA 3.304
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090528T110000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090529T123457Z
DESCRIPTION:The Division of Instructional Innovation and Assessment (DIIA) celebrates instructional technology (IT) professionals on The University of Texas at Austin campus by showcasing outstanding projects that support teaching and learning.

The event is an opportunity for IT professionals to share information and network in an informal, relaxed atmosphere. Please join in recognizing our campus IT colleagues for their contributions.
CONTACT:Claudia Snowden-Rawley
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/academic/diia/itshowcase/index.php
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UID:8169@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090529T111612
SUMMARY:The Austin Forum addresses green energy in Texas
LOCATION:J.J. Pickle Campus, ROC Bldg. 196, Room 1.603
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090603T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090605T135531Z
DESCRIPTION:You're invited to a discussion session titled "Green Star State: How Texas Can Get Rich Leading the Green Energy Revolution" presented by Dr. Michael Webber, associate director of the Center for International Energy and Environmental Policy at The University of Texas at Austin.

Dr. Webber's presentation will focus on how Texas can lead the green energy transition and make money doing it.

While Texans constitute 8 percent of the U.S. population, they're responsible for more than 10 percent of the country's carbon dioxide emissions - and  2.2 percent of global emissions. The average Texan consumes 66 percent more energy per capita than the average American, who in turn consumes more than the average European. If Texas were a country, it would be eighth on the list of the world's biggest CO2 emitters, ahead of the United Kingdom and barely behind Canada. 

The real force behind this consumption is that Texas does the nation's dirty work-refining the country's oil and manufacturing many of its products. As a result, industry consumes half the energy in Texas, a much larger proportion than in other states. Other states criticize Texas for its energy consumption and emissions, but at the end of the day, they all want the products and refined gasoline that Texas produces. Despite the general perception of Texas' excess energy consumption, the state is already doing much more to promote clean energy than the world realizes.

CONTACT:Faith R Singer
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.austinforum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:6656@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20081216T083450
SUMMARY:Session for campus technical staff covers how to secure Windows
LOCATION:FAC 227
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090608
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090609
LAST-MODIFIED:20081216T083450Z
DESCRIPTION:The SANS OnDemand online training and certification program through the SANS Institute is now available for qualified university security staff at the University of Texas at Austin.

NOTE: This class meets every Monday & Tuesday for four weeks.

Find out more on the <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/its/sans-training/">SANS Training Web site</a>.
CONTACT:Cameron D Beasley
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/its/sans-training/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8233@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090622T122319
SUMMARY:Learn to use SciFinder Web and PubMed Basics
LOCATION:WEL 2.122 (Welch Convocation Center)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090624T160000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090622T122319Z
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the new Web version of SciFinder (Chemical Abstracts) including registering for your personal SciFinder login, features of the Web interface and using your search results.  Learn PubMed Basics in this overview of the database. This part of the session will cover setting up a MyNCBI account, PubMed features, effective search techniques and using your search results.
CONTACT:Robyn S Rosenberg
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/engin/rr.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8242@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090629T091428
SUMMARY:Barnes discusses McDonald Observatory history at Bullock Museum
LOCATION:Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090701T130000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090629T091428Z
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the International Year of Astronomy, the <a href="http://www.thestoryoftexas.com/">Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum</a> in Austin will host a speaker event featuring McDonald Observatory astronomer Tom Barnes. 

The talk, titled, "McDonald Observatory Celebrates Seventy Years of History in the International Year of Astronomy," will be presented as part of the museum's monthly, free High Noon Talks series. Barnes will present the storied history of the observatory, which includes a lawsuit between antagonistic heirs and the University of Texas, a Russian scientist whom the observatory's neighbors of the 1930s viewed as a welcome alternative to a Yankee and a slew of first-rate astronomical discoveries made right here in Texas. The talk will also include images of the mountaintop facility in West Texas, and describe plans for future telescopes and another seventy years of science excellence.

Barnes served as chief operating officer of McDonald Observatory for twenty-one years, and is currently a senior research scientist there. In the early 1990s, he led planning for the staffing, budgeting and operation of the Hobby-Eberly Telescope - one of the world's largest - and later served as its commissioning manager.

For more about this year's IYA speaker series, please visit <a href="http://mcdonaldobservatory.org/iya/series">its Web page</a>.
CONTACT:Rebecca A Johnson
URL;VALUE=URL:http://mcdonaldobservatory.org/news/releases/2009/barnesIYA.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8238@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090625T160511
SUMMARY:Information session addresses finding funding, patent searching
LOCATION:ACE 2.402
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090701T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090701T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090625T160511Z
DESCRIPTION:"Finding Funding and Patent Searching"

The "Finding Funding" portion of the session is designed to help explain sources of funding and how to learn about funding opportunities. Special emphasis will be on using the Community of Science for funding updates. 

Did you ever want to know what has been previously patented? The "Patent Searching" section will show you how to begin a patent search by discussing the rules for what can and cannot be patented and how this affects searching, basic and advanced techniques for searching patents, and ways to avoid "patent searching overload."
CONTACT:Robyn S Rosenberg
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/engin/rr.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8243@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090629T091736
SUMMARY:The Austin Forum presents "Cybernetics of Climate"
LOCATION:J.J. Pickle Research Campus, 10100 Burnet, ROC Seminar Room 1.603
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090701T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090629T091736Z
DESCRIPTION:You're invited to a discussion titled "Cybernetics of Climate," presented by Dr. Michael Tobis, research scientist at the Institute for Geophysics at The University of Texas at Austin.

As human activity changes the composition of the global atmosphere at an unprecedented pace, human society is faced with unprecedented challenges. We have to determine to what extent the changes matter, and by when. Some argue that the risks of excessive policy response are as large as or larger than the risks of inadequate policy response. 

A unique aspect of the problem is that the conditions being predicted have no historical or paleontological analogy. We are entering new territory, and are forced to make projections based only on scientific principles without any direct observations.

Most progress in engineering relies to some extent on doing exactly this sort of extrapolation. The assistance of high-performance computers is crucial in developing most new technologies from spacecraft to medicines. 

How well do these techniques apply to predicting the future of the earth as a physical system? Climate simulations often take center stage in public discussions about climate change, but how should these computations be understood? Is the climate system well enough characterized to rely on models? If not, how should that affect what we do about it?


CONTACT:Faith R Singer
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.austinforum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8281@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090703T082157
SUMMARY:"Intro to EndNote & Zotero," "Tips on Counting Citations" offered
LOCATION:ACE 2.402
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090707T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090707T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090703T082424Z
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to EndNote & Zotero will provide information about these two popular reference management tools. 

Tips on Counting Citations will provide an overview of the "Cited Reference Search" in the Web of Science database.
CONTACT:Robyn S Rosenberg
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/engin/rr.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:7994@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090420T111539
SUMMARY:Energy Technology and Policy symposium held
LOCATION:PRC Commons Building
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090714T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090716T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090420T111539Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Michael Webber, a noted public speaker and researcher on energy technology and policy, will share entertaining insights and refreshingly candid views about the best and worst of U.S. energy policy, including brief snippets of its history, real-world examples, outlook going forward and global implications. These energetic and interactive lectures will cover the nexus of energy technology and policy with examples, findings from recent research and projections into the future. Particular emphasis will be given to the role of Texas as a leader (and laggard) in U.S. and world energy policy. 

While attendees will gain an overview of the technical and engineering fundamentals of energy, including the benefits and impacts of different fuels and the capabilities of different technologies, they will also gain insights into the role of energy in the economy, international affairs and American culture, along with an optional certification.
CONTACT:Rachel N Norrod
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/shortcourse.cfm?course_num=1176
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8282@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090703T082337
SUMMARY:Overview of the science databases offered
LOCATION:J.J. Pickle Research Campus ROC Seminar Room 1.603
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090714T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090706T102737Z
DESCRIPTION:The first part of this session will provide a general overview of several databases including GeoRef, AAPG Datapages and Web of Science; alerting services; and publisher packages. The second half of this session will provide an overview of the database Compendex; patent searching; locating standards; and citation management tools EndNote and Zotero.
CONTACT:Robyn S Rosenberg
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/engin/rr.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8298@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090713T093202
SUMMARY:Engineering Master's Degree Program hosts information session
LOCATION:J. J. Pickle Research Campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090715T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090713T112050Z
DESCRIPTION:The Engineering Master's Degree Program invites you to attend an information session to learn more about the Engineering Management, Integrated Circuits and Systems and Software Engineering programs at The University of Texas at Austin.

You are encouraged to ask questions about admission requirements, university policy, career applicability and more. Refreshments will be served.

CONTACT:Chris S Chimera
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/degree/infosession.cfm?course_num=1242
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8296@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090710T164032
SUMMARY:Summer Nanoscience Academy hosts high school students, teachers
LOCATION:NST 1.104
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090716T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090718T160000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090710T164032Z
DESCRIPTION:High school teachers and their students from throughout Texas will attend the third annual Summer Nanoscience Academy, where they will explore the nanocosmos using electron microscopy, tour microelectronics and nanoscience facilities and synthesize nanomaterials.

The Summer Nanoscience Academy is hosted by the Atomic & Molecular Imaging IGERT program. The program will consist of lectures, laboratory tours and hands-on laboratory experience. Twenty-four faculty and nineteen graduate students from both the College of Natural Sciences and the Cockrell School of Engineering are involved in the IGERT program.

IGERT, which stands for Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship, is a National Science Foundation program that seeks to train Ph.D. scientists and engineers with the interdisciplinary background and the technical, professional and personal skills needed to address the global questions of the future.

Interested media representatives are invited to attend the hands-on nanomaterials laboratory session on Thursday, July 16, from 1-4 p.m. in Welch 4.124. The hands-on lab will give an introduction to nanoparticles and their applications to the real world. The first part of the lab will show how nanoparticles and natural products can be used to create solar cells. The second part of the lab will be a short demonstration of how nanoparticles can used to enhance chemicals reactions.
CONTACT:Annie M Harding
URL;VALUE=URL:http://igert.ph.utexas.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8294@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090710T085319
SUMMARY:July Nature Nights feature birds, bees and more
LOCATION:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090716T210000
RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20090730T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090901T120336Z
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for family fun on Thursday evenings in July. From 6 to 9 p.m., learn about birds of prey (July 16), bees (July 23) and stream ecology (July 30), with help from experts, hikes and interactive exhibits. The July 16 raptors Nature Night will include a 7 p.m. performance with flying raptors by Last Chance Forever. 

Sponsored by KVUE. For more information, call 512-232-0100 or visit <a href="http://www.wildflower.org/nature/">Nature Nights</a> online.
CONTACT:Barbra A Rodriguez
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.wildflower.org/nature/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8250@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T143840
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090716T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090716T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090701T143840Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a sixteen-month program that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of the product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just sixteen months while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is February 1, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The ICB2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the ICB2 Institute's Executive Committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">our Web site</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8317@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090723T083643
SUMMARY:Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program applications due
LOCATION:Maryland
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090723
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090723
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20090901T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090723T083643Z
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity for doctoral students expected to complete all PhD requirements by June 21, 2010).

The NCI Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program provides postdoctoral training opportunities in cancer prevention and control. The purpose of the program is to train individuals from a multiplicity of health sciences disciplines in the field of cancer prevention and control.

Online applications must be submitted on or before 11:59 p.m. September 1, 2009, U.S. Eastern Daylight time. In addition, supporting documentation (i.e., letters of reference, academic transcripts, other documentation) must be submitted on or before 11:59 p.m. September 8, 2009, U.S. Eastern Daylight time. 

Please refer to the <a href="https://cpfp.cancer.gov/">NCI Web site</a> for complete eligibility requirements and application instructions.
CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:https://cpfp.cancer.gov/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8319@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090723T084441
SUMMARY:The Austin Forum presents "Why Supercomputing Matters"
LOCATION:J.J. Pickle Campus, 10100 Burnet, ROC 196, Room 1.603
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090805T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090805T160920Z
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a talk titled "Why Supercomputing Matters--And How Are You Helping?" presented by Dr. Jay Boisseau of the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC). 

For more than 60 years, computers have been used to solve mathematical equations that help us understand the world in which we live. This dependence on high-end computing technologies for advancing science is growing more important every day. 

In recent years, our daily lives at work and at home have also become dependent on computing technologies. This dependence is growing as computing technologies have become so pervasive that we often don't even notice them anymore. 

The growing usage of commodity computing technologies at work and home supports the continuous advance of capabilities and price performance of these technologies, which are now the building blocks of supercomputers. Supercomputing benefits us all, and supercomputing benefits from our usage of  "regular" computers. 

Centers like TACC are at the forefront of using commodity-based computing technologies in extraordinary ways that influence society and advance science. 

Please join us in discussing how the latest technology trends are advancing science and society, and what we think will happen next. 

CONTACT:Faith R Singer
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.austinforum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8301@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090713T093512
SUMMARY:Engineering Master's Degree Program hosts information session
LOCATION:J. J. Pickle Research Campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090806T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090806T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090713T112118Z
DESCRIPTION:The Engineering Master's Degree Program invites you to attend an information session to learn more about the Engineering Management, Integrated Circuits and Systems and Software Engineering programs at The University of Texas at Austin.

You are encouraged to ask questions about admission requirements, university policy, career applicability and more. Refreshments will be served.


CONTACT:Murray Altman-Kaough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/degree/infosession.cfm?course_num=1243
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8251@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T144405
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090812T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090805T160920Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a sixteen-month program that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of the product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just sixteen months while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is February 1, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The ICB2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the ICB2 Institute's Executive Committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">our Web site</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8496@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090825T114326
SUMMARY:Funding opportunities for undergraduate students available
LOCATION:University of Texas at Austin
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090825T170000
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20090928T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090825T114326Z
DESCRIPTION:Funding will soon be available for 2009-2010 undergraduate research fellowships.

Information and applications are available <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/research/vp/awards/">online</a>. Early application is recommended.

University Cooperative Society undergraduate research fellowships (URFs) in amounts up to &#36;1,000 are awarded through two competitions, fall 2009 and spring 2010.  Faculty, lecturers and full-time research scientists/engineers may supervise undergraduate students in independent research projects. The deadline for the fall 2009 competition is Sept. 28. The spring 2010 deadline will be Feb. 1, 2010.

For more information, contact  <a href="mailto:liza@austin.utexas.edu">liza@austin.utexas.edu</a> or 471-2877.
CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/research/admin/awards/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8495@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090825T114010
SUMMARY:Funding for faculty and research staff available through grants
LOCATION:University of Texas at Austin
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090825T170000
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20090930T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090825T114010Z
DESCRIPTION:Funding will soon be available for 2009-2010 research grants, special research grants, subvention grants and undergraduate research fellowships. Early application is recommended.

Research grants (RGs) for 2009-2010 in amounts up to &#36;6,000 are awarded to tenured and tenure-track faculty in a single competition. The application deadline is Mon., Sept. 7 (open through Tuesday Sept. 8, due to Labor Day holiday).

Special research grants (SRGs) for 2009-2010 in amounts up to &#36;750 are awarded to tenured and tenure-track faculty throughout the year until funds are expended.  Applications will be accepted beginning Sept. 1.  

University Cooperative Society Subvention grants for 2009-2010 are awarded to faculty authors and members of the research staff (Code 1000). These grants have no submission deadline and are available until current fiscal year funding is expended.

University Cooperative Society undergraduate research fellowships (URFs) in amounts up to &#36;1,000 are awarded through two competitions, fall 2009 and spring 2010.  Faculty, lecturers and full-time research scientists/engineers may supervise undergraduate students in independent research projects. The deadline for the fall 2009 competition is Sept. 28. The spring 2010 deadline will be Feb. 1, 2010.

For more information, contact  <a href="mailto:liza@austin.utexas.edu">liza@austin.utexas.edu</a> or 471-2877.
CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/research/admin/awards/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8246@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090629T100501
SUMMARY:Science undergraduate research info sessions offered twice weekly
LOCATION:WCH 1.110
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090826T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090826T170000
RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20091216T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090825T142621Z
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to attend a science undergraduate research information session. Sessions occur Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. We'll discuss:

    * Steps to take to get involved in research
    * Contacting faculty
    * Qualities and skills faculty are looking for in undergraduate researchers
    * Course credit for undergraduate research
    * We'll be available to answer your questions, too

Sign up for the info sessions at <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/ugr/students/sessions">http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/ugr/students/sessions</a>. 

Can't make an info session? Schedule an individual appointment. Phone 512-232-7564 or email <a href="mailto:ostarr@mail.utexas.edu">Olivia Starr</a>. 

CONTACT:Olivia L Starr
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/ugr/students/sessions
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8450@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090817T094551
SUMMARY:Childhood obesity is topic for Nutritional Sciences visiting speaker
LOCATION:PHR 2.114
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090828T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090826T084907Z
DESCRIPTION:The Sonia Wolf-Wilson Lectureship and the Department of Nutritional Sciences present 
Daniel Hale, Ph.D., professor of pediatrics;
chief of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes; Director, U.S. Hispanic Nutrition Research and Education Center, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio.

"My Child Is Just Super-Sized. Is That a Problem?"

CONTACT:Miriam L Pashby
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8499@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090825T142738
SUMMARY:Science undergraduate information sessions offered twice weekly
LOCATION:WCH 1.110
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090901T130000
RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20091215T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090825T142738Z
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to attend a science undergraduate research information session. Sessions occur Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 4 to 5 p.m. We'll discuss:

    * Steps to take to get involved in research
    * Contacting faculty
    * Qualities and skills faculty are looking for in undergraduate researchers
    * Course credit for undergraduate research
    * We'll be available to answer your questions, too

Sign up for the info sessions at <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/ugr/students/sessions">http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/ugr/students/sessions</a>. 

Can't make an info session? Schedule an individual appointment. Phone 512-232-7564 or email <a href="mailto:ostarr@mail.utexas.edu">Olivia Starr</a>. 


CONTACT:Olivia L Starr
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/ugs/ugr/students/sessions
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8512@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090826T103324
SUMMARY:Science Study Break features "Angels and Demons"
LOCATION:Wheeler Lecture Hall, RLM 4.102
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090908T190000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090902T144214Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Sacha Kopp (High Energy Physics Lab) discusses antimatter, as presented in scenes from the movie "Angels and Demons" and "Star Trek" TV shows. Refreshments provided.
CONTACT:Roxanne Bogucka
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/lsl/StudyBreak/SSB.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8300@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090713T093448
SUMMARY:Engineering Master's Degree Program hosts information session
LOCATION:J. J. Pickle Research Campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090909T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090909T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090713T112149Z
DESCRIPTION:The Engineering Master's Degree Program invites you to attend an information session to learn more about the Engineering Management, Integrated Circuits and Systems and Software Engineering programs at The University of Texas at Austin.

You are encouraged to ask questions about admission requirements, university policy, career applicability and more. Refreshments will be served.

CONTACT:Murray Altman-Kaough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/degree/infosession.cfm?course_num=1244
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8651@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090908T103108
SUMMARY:Cancer care outcomes: Talk explores role of integrative medicine
LOCATION:Burdine Hall 224
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090911T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090911T133000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090908T103108Z
DESCRIPTION:Lorenzo Cohen, PhD, director of the Integrative Medicine Program at MD Anderson, will provide an overview and introduction to the area of complementary and alternative medicine in cancer. The focus will be on describing the MD Anderson Cancer Center's Integrative Medicine Program. This program strives to integrate the best complementary and conventional modalities through a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach to patient care.  Attention will be given to understanding both the risks and benefits of CAM use in cancer care.
CONTACT:Rosa N Schnyer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8525@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090827T114537
SUMMARY:Hot Science/Cool Talks presents "Icy Mysteries of Mars Revealed"
LOCATION:Welch 2.224
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090911T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090911T203000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090911T085205Z
DESCRIPTION:"Icy Mysteries of Mars Revealed" is a talk by Dr. Jack Holt.

Join us for an evening of Mars exploration as the Environmental Science Institute presents this talk. Dr. Holt and his scientific colleagues have discovered enormous reserves of frozen water on Mars. Could this water mean life on the red planet?  What implications does this discovery hold for future voyages to Mars?

Make sure to come early to experience interactive exhibits and activities presented by our partners! K-12 teacher workshop begins at 6 p.m. Free refreshments will be provided. 

K-12 teachers are also invited to join us for a free workshop (and pizza!) before the event, tailored to provide background useful for the classroom. CD-ROMs with lecture materials and lesson plans are provided free to teachers at these workshops.

Hot Science - Cool Talks is webcast for those who cannot make it in person at <a href="http://www.esi.utexas.edu">www.esi.utexas.edu</a>.

WHAT: Hot Science - Cool Talks Outreach Series is presented by the Environmental Science Institute at The University of Texas at Austin. Pre-lecture interactive exhibits and K-12 teacher workshops are provided free to the public before the lecture.



CONTACT:Julianne Parker Wooten
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.esi.utexas.edu/outreach/ols/lectures/Holt/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8718@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090912T120422
SUMMARY:Nominate for 2010 Volvo Environment Prize
LOCATION:Sweden
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090912
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090912
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091115T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090912T120422Z
DESCRIPTION:The Volvo Environmental Prize is awarded for "outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries which in broad terms fall within the environmental field."  

The Volvo Environmental Prize consists of a diploma, a glass sculpture and a cash award of SEK 1.5 million (approximately EUR 140,000 or USD 190,000).

The span of disciplines and activities for which nominations can be made is very wide.  The work of nominees should be based on scientific grounds. Nominations must clearly describe and explain the nominee's main achievements and their importance.

For nomination guidelines and forms, please visit: <a href="http://www.environment-prize.com">www.environment-prize.com</a>.

Deadline: Nov. 15.

CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.environment-prize.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8719@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090912T120628
SUMMARY:Nominate for the 2010 Kavli Prize
LOCATION:Oslo, Norway
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090912
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090912
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091215T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20090912T120628Z
DESCRIPTION:The Kavli Prize is awarded for outstanding achievement in advancing our knowledge and understanding in the fields of astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience.  Each Kavli Prize consists of USD 1,000,000, a scroll and a gold medal for each scientific field.  

The Kavli Prize was established to: 
* Recognize outstanding scientific research 
* Honor highly creative scientists 
* Promote public understanding of scientists and their work 
* Foster international cooperation among scientists 

Timeline:
Dec. 15, 2009: closing date for nominations
June 2010: winners announcement
Sept. 2010: award ceremony in Oslo, Norway

Nominations should be submitted to the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters, using the online nomination form at:  <a href="http://www.kavliprize.no/artikkel/vis.html?tid=27137">http://www.kavliprize.no/artikkel/vis.html?tid=27137</a>.

Self-nominations will not be accepted.
CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.kavliprize.no/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8754@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090914T072951
SUMMARY:"Shaping the Postdoc Experience 2009-2010" invites participants
LOCATION:MBB 1.210
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090915T130000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090914T072951Z
DESCRIPTION:The School of Biological Sciences (SBS) Postdoc Association is committed to supporting the needs of the UT postdoctoral community. Come build the future of SBS postdocs at our first fall event. Join us in exploring the resources we have, and the many more we need, in building successful postdoctoral careers at UT-Austin.
CONTACT:Daniel R Boutz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.biosci.utexas.edu/postdoc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8699@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090910T213845
SUMMARY:"Research Bites" offers IEEE Xplore lunchtime training
LOCATION:Engineering Library, ECJ 1.300
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T120000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090914T092144Z
DESCRIPTION:An IEEE representative will provide a lunchtime training on IEEE Xplore and demonstrate the new Mobile Xplore. You bring the research questions. We'll bring the pizza.*

*For the first 30 attendees.

CONTACT:Roxanne Bogucka
URL;VALUE=URL:http://blogs.lib.utexas.edu/engin/category/ieee/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8702@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090910T214444
SUMMARY:Engineering Library throws 125th birthday party for IEEE
LOCATION:ECJ Plaza
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090914T092213Z
DESCRIPTION:Come to the McKinney Engineering Library's 125th birthday party for IEEE.

Stop by our table for a slice of birthday cake* and pick up tips that will help you use IEEE Xplore to its fullest.
          
*While supplies last!
CONTACT:Roxanne Bogucka
URL;VALUE=URL:http://blogs.lib.utexas.edu/engin/2009/09/10/ieee-celebrating-125-years-of-engineering-the-future/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8761@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090914T100556
SUMMARY:Data mining is topic of Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series
LOCATION:BME 3.204
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090914T100556Z
DESCRIPTION:"Locating a Few Useful Clusters in Large Biological Datasets: A Tale of Two Viewpoints," will be presented by Joydeep Ghosh, Ph.D., Schlumberger Centennial chaired professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the University of Texas at Austin.

At this seminar, we will discuss two broad approaches to data mining: (a) a generative approach where one determines and fits a suitable probabilistic model to the data, and (b) a non-parametric approach inspired by Wishart's remarkable but obscure mode analysis work from 1968. The pros and cons of the two approaches will be illustrated using results from gene expression data analysis.
CONTACT:Sophia V Bixby
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.bme.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8503@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090825T144330
SUMMARY:Bob Taylor, Internet visionary and UT graduate alum, to speak
LOCATION:LBJ Auditorium
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T190000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090918T080837Z
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This event is sold out. You may register to be on the waiting list at the <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/ogs/lectures/taylor/">Graduate School</a> Web site.

The <a href="http://realaudio.cc.utexas.edu/ramgen/redundant/bobtaylor.rm">event will be available via live Web streaming</a> at 5 p.m. Sept. 17.

Many people consider Bob Taylor the real father of the Internet and the greatest director of research and development the country has ever seen. An Internet pioneer since 1967, whose vision created a computing and communications revolution. Mr. Taylor earned his master's degree at The University of Texas at Austin in 1964.

Join us as John Markoff, technology writer for the New York Times, talks with Taylor about computing, the Internet and its impact on communications and our society.
CONTACT:Kathleen M Mabley
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/ogs/lectures/taylor/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8252@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T144447
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090917T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090916T102210Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a one-year degree that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of a product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just one year while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The IC2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the IC2 Institute's executive committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on our Web site: <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8803@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090916T074533
SUMMARY:"Roads to Research" showcases undergraduate research opportunities
LOCATION:ACES
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090918T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090918T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090916T074533Z
DESCRIPTION:Ride into SURGe's First Annual Road to Research! 

This will be an amazing showcase of the undergraduate research that the University of Texas at Austin has to offer. We will have a poster room where you can see fellow undergraduates presenting posters of their results, findings and ideas. The visualization lab will also be conducting lab tours with Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) education coordinator Brad Armosky. 

Come learn about the exciting computer science programs going at with TACC! 
The event will also feature the lectures "Stepping into the Right Path: Getting Started with Research" and "Stepping Beyond the Research Bench: What Research Can Do for Your Future."

Food provided. 
CONTACT:surge555@gmail.com
URL;VALUE=URL:http://studentorgs.utexas.edu/surge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8714@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090911T113309
SUMMARY:Attend the Natural Sciences Career Expo
LOCATION:Frank Erwin Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090921T180000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090911T113309Z
DESCRIPTION:All University of Texas at Austin students and alumni are welcome to attend the 2009 Natural Sciences Career Expo.

For more information and to see a list of participating employers:
http://cns.utexas.edu/careers/career-services/finding-job-opportunities-/career-fairs
 

UT Austin ID is required for admittance.
CONTACT:Suzette E Ruedas
URL;VALUE=URL:http://cns.utexas.edu/careers/career-services/finding-job-opportunities-/career-fairs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8675@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090909T092112
SUMMARY:Chemical Engineering Graduate Seminar Series welcomes Dr. Shelley Anna
LOCATION:CPE 2.218
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090922T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090922T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090918T110839Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Shelley Anna, associate professor of chemical engineering and mechanical engineering at Carnegie-Mellon University, will present "Surfactant-Laden Interfaces in Microfluidic Devices." 

Dr. Anna received her Ph.D. in 2000 from Harvard University for research on extensional rheology of polymer solutions. She has received a National Science Foundation CAREER Award and the George Tallman Ladd Research Award in the College of Engineering at CMU.
CONTACT:Kay F Costales-Swift
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8768@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090914T125830
SUMMARY:Commercializing life sciences technology is "symBIOsis" event topic
LOCATION:AT&T Executive Conference Center 1900 University Avenue, Austin, Texas 78705. 
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090922T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090922T203000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090914T125830Z
DESCRIPTION:The Rice Alliance-Austin Chapter and the Austin Technology Incubator are introducing a new networking and educational event: symBIOsis. Join us for an hour of networking and snacks with Austin-area life sciences entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, executives, investors and others. Then stay for a panel discussion to hear from scientists and engineers who have succeeded at the intersection of academic research and the life sciences industry. 


CONTACT:Melissa F Rabeaux
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.registrationassistant.com/p/rg.asp?Event=4A6BCA83FBD5269363B9
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8830@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090917T100813
SUMMARY:"Accounting for Burstiness of Words in Text Mining" is seminar topic
LOCATION:Avaya Auditorium ACE 2.302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090923T120000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090917T100813Z
DESCRIPTION:Yahoo! Data Mining Seminar Series presents Professor Charles Elkan, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of California, San Diego.

A fundamental property of language is that if a word is used once in a document, it is likely to be used again. Statistical models of documents applied in text mining must take this property into account in order to be accurate. In this talk, I will describe how to model burstiness using a probability distribution called the Dirichlet compound multinomial (DCM). In particular, I will present a new topic model based on DCM distributions. The central advantage of topic models is that they allow documents to concern multiple themes, unlike standard clustering methods that assume each document concerns a single theme. On both text and nontext datasets, the new topic model achieves better held-out likelihood than standard latent Dirichlet allocation (LDA).

Biography:

Charles Elkan is a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of California, San Diego. In 2005/06 he was on sabbatical at MIT, and in 1998/99 he was visiting associate professor at Harvard. He is known for his research in machine learning, data mining and computational biology. The MEME algorithm he developed with his Ph.D. student Tim Bailey has been used in over 1,000 publications in biology. 
CONTACT:Deborah J Prather
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8886@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090921T154941
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 6.442
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090923T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090922T081440Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, 5-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8704@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090910T214837
SUMMARY:"Maymester Abroad" in Costa Rica discussed at information session
LOCATION:Joynes Reading Room, Carothers Hall
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090923T180000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090910T214837Z
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in a study abroad program in Costa Rica, this is a chance to talk to the instructors who will be leading the course in May 2010.  

The application deadline for the program is Nov. 1. We will be there to describe what students will be seeing and doing in the Costa Rican cloud forests, and to answer questions about how you can become involved.
CONTACT:Moon Draper
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/courses/bio301e/TC357CR/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8880@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090921T112910
SUMMARY:"The China Syndrome" to be screened in film series
LOCATION:Goldsmith Lecture Hall, Rm. 3.120
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090924T220000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090921T112910Z
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Sustainable Development is hosting a film series this fall, with showings every other Thursday.

This Thursday's movie is "The China Syndrome," a critically acclaimed thriller about journalists who discover safety cover-ups at a nuclear power plant. This film is a disturbing reminder of the violent potential of nuclear power, as well as the dangers faced by whistle-blowers.

Take a break from your studies and join us for this free film series every other week!
CONTACT:E.B. Brooks
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8566@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090831T161611
SUMMARY:Friday Technology Forum Series kicks off with eAnthro Team and DIIA
LOCATION:Mezes Hall, Room B0.306
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090925T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090831T161611Z
DESCRIPTION:Please join Liberal Arts ITS for the first Friday Technology Forum of the 2009-10 academic year.

John Kappelman and his project team members will present their work on the eAnthro suite of Web sites, including the newly designed e-Skeletons and e-Fossils sites. Through the use of 3-D laser scanners, high resolution X-ray computed tomography (HRXCT) and digital photography, a large fossil collection is now available for viewing and study through these sites.

Following this presentation, Kyung Huh of the Division of Instructional Innovation and Assessment (DIIA) will present on the Mobile Ongoing Course Assessment (MOCA) application. The presentation will include a demonstration of MOCA and other teaching applications that use mobile technology. Attendees are encouraged to bring mobile devices and laptops capable of wireless Internet access to the event.

These presentations are part of the Liberal Arts Instructional Technology Services' monthly "Friday Technology Forum" presentations, which showcase the ways faculty put technology to work in the classroom.
CONTACT:Michael S Hegedus
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/information-technology/events/Special-Events/Friday-Tech-Forum.php
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8648@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090908T084807
SUMMARY:Nobel winner Steven Weinberg presents "The Uses of Astronomy"
LOCATION:Harry Ransom Center, 21st and Guadalupe
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090925T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090925T175148Z
DESCRIPTION:Steven Weinberg, Nobel Prize winner and professor in the Department of Physics at The University of Texas at Austin, presents a talk titled "The Uses of Astronomy." 

This program complements the Ransom Center's exhibition "Other Worlds: Rare Astronomical Works." Discover "other worlds" and the changing notions of the solar system, the moon and the planets over the centuries. In conjunction with the International Year of Astronomy in 2009, this exhibition, drawn from the center's collections, showcases important astronomical discoveries of the last 500 years. The exhibition is on display through Jan. 3, 2010.
CONTACT:Alicia M Dietrich
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.hrc.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8979@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090928T121401
SUMMARY:National Security Innovation Competition (NSIC) calls for entries
LOCATION:Colorado Springs, CO
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090928
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20090928
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20100203T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091008T122548Z
DESCRIPTION:The fourth annual National Security Innovation Competition (NSIC) for college students will be held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on May 7, 2010. NSIC 2010 is designed to stimulate interest among college students in national security-related innovations and expose novel technologies to a broad audience, including industry, academic and government organizations involved in aerospace, defense, security and first responder activities.

The competition is open to full-time undergraduate or graduate students at any U.S. or Canadian college or university, including students who have graduated in the six months prior to the competition. The entries must be the original idea and work product of the student/adviser team. 

For more information, visit: <a href="http://hopper1.securesites.net/mym_lib/link_view.php?id=235dd4eb4ccaccbfcf0daf58f2c99e87&ld=9">http://hopper1.securesites.net/mym_lib/link_view.php?id=235dd4eb4ccaccbfcf0daf58f2c99e87&ld=9</a>

Any faculty member who may have a student team qualified for the competition is asked to provide their contact information by following this link: <a href="http://hopper1.securesites.net/mym_lib/link_view.php?id=235dd4eb4ccaccbfcf0daf58f2c99e87&ld=10">http://hopper1.securesites.net/mym_lib/link_view.php?id=235dd4eb4ccaccbfcf0daf58f2c99e87&ld=10</a>

Deadline: February 3, 2010.

CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://hopper1.securesites.net/mym_lib/link_view.php?id=235dd4eb4ccaccbfcf0daf58f2c99e87&ld=9
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8890@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090922T085326
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 3.408
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090928T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090928T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090922T085326Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, 5-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8717@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090911T113940
SUMMARY:Physics department hosts research open house
LOCATION:RLM Building
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090929T180000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090911T113940Z
DESCRIPTION:The UT Department of Physics presents its first ever open house. Undergraduates and grads will present posters on their work.  Research labs will be open for tour groups.  

What will you see? You'll see that the study of physics knows no bounds. You'll see the Texas Petawatt Laser. You'll see biophysics research, where cells are studied to find the little motors that propel them. Researchers in material sciences will show you how they use lasers to study how the surface of a material interacts with light. Students in the condensed matter lab will show you how they study the properties of superconductors. 

Come see the labs where students investigate the "why" of how things happen in our world, from nuclear, to biological, to materials, to atomic systems.  
CONTACT:Sacha E Kopp
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ph.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8964@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090925T085525
SUMMARY:Creating Accelerated Discovery: I-School presents educational vision
LOCATION:UTA 5.522 (1616 Guadalupe)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20090929T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20090929T164500
LAST-MODIFIED:20090925T085525Z
DESCRIPTION:Professor Glynn Harmon will discuss three models of the discovery process based on his case analysis of mathematical and scientific discoveries, with suggested ways to accelerate discovery via each model. Discussion then turns to an exploration of developing a super-ordinate level of information behavior theory applicable to all fields and kinds of inquiry to guide the development of various kinds of supportive information architectures and information services.
CONTACT:William F Aspray Jr
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8966@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090925T132630
SUMMARY:Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series topic is polymer therapeutics
LOCATION:BME 3.204
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091001T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091001T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090925T132630Z
DESCRIPTION:"Polymer Therapeutics: From PolymerDrugs to Polymeric Micelles" will be presented by  Kathryn Uhrich, Ph.D., professor, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Rutgers University.

Current research has shown that polymers themselves are bioactive - they actively coordinate with binding domains on low-density lipoproteins. In addition, the polymeric micelles can be slightly modified for complexation with oligonucleotides and plasmids.  Second, PolymerDrugs are polymers that biodegrade into therapeutically useful molecules.
CONTACT:Sophia V Bixby
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.bme.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8302@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090713T093553
SUMMARY:Engineering Master's Degree Program hosts information session
LOCATION:J. J. Pickle Research Campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091001T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090713T112013Z
DESCRIPTION:The Engineering Master's Degree Program invites you to attend an information session to learn more about the Engineering Management, Integrated Circuits and Systems and Software Engineering programs at The University of Texas at Austin.

You are encouraged to ask questions about admission requirements, university policy, career applicability and more. Refreshments will be served.


CONTACT:Murray Altman-Kaough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://lifelong.engr.utexas.edu/degree/infosession.cfm?course_num=1245
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8853@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090918T071807
SUMMARY:"The Shape of Space": Professor discusses multiconnected universe 
LOCATION:Thompson Conference Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091001T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090929T170804Z
DESCRIPTION:Professor Jeff Weeks presents "The Shape of Space"

When we look out on a clear night, the universe seems infinite. Yet this infinity might be an illusion. During the first half of this presentation, computer games will introduce the concept of a "multiconnected universe." Interactive 3D graphics will then take the viewer on a tour of several possible shapes for space. Finally, we'll see how recent satellite data provide tantalizing clues to the true shape of our universe. 

The only prerequisites for this talk are curiosity and imagination. Offered for middle school and high school students, people interested in astronomy and all members of the UT and surrounding communities. 

Reception to follow.
CONTACT:Alan W Reid
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8467@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090819T104039
SUMMARY:Planetary Science Symposium welcomes participants from all disciplines
LOCATION:Avaya Auditorium, ACES 2.302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091002
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091002
LAST-MODIFIED:20090819T104039Z
DESCRIPTION:The Planetary Science Symposium was designed with the idea of bringing together people from all across campus, and Austin, who are interested in various aspects of planetary science, so that we can introduce ourselves to each other and let everybody know what we do. 

We invite participants from the astronomy program, the Jackson School of Geosciences, in aerospace engineering, the Center for Space Research and anywhere else.

This symposium will offer participants an opportunity to introduce themselves to the UT planetary science community and to give a short presentation on their planetary science research interests. In this way, we hope to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, possible interdisciplinary courses, a joint planetary science seminar series and, sometime in the future, the creation of a  cross-discipline research center.

Free registration is required. <a href="http://www.as.utexas.edu/utpss/registration.html">Register here</a>.
CONTACT:Marc G Airhart
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.as.utexas.edu/utpss/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8845@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090917T154128
SUMMARY:Faculty urged to contact ~FAST Tex staff to submit grant proposals
LOCATION:GSB 2.130
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091002
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091002
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091031T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091001T150825Z
DESCRIPTION:Faculty and Student Teams for Technology (~FAST Tex) is an annual DIIA grant and support program in which faculty are awarded time with tech-savvy students who are paid to build instructional technologies for use in courses at the University of Texas at Austin. To date, ~FAST Tex projects have impacted over 87,000 students. The students in the resource pool come from a range of academic disciplines and are <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/academic/diia/dms/dmi/">trained</a> and mentored by ~FAST Tex Program staff.

Faculty are urged to contact ~FAST Tex manager <a href="mailto:kishi@austin.utexas.edu">Coco Kishi</a> before Oct. 31 to make a consulting appointment to help you prepare and submit your grant proposal. Proposals are due Dec. 1, but faculty must meet with staff before submitting. Details of the program, timeline and types of projects can be found in the <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/academic/diia/fasttex/faculty.php">faculty information</a> section. Students interested in joining the program as a developer can apply through the <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/academic/diia/dms/dmi/">Digital Media Internship</a>.


CONTACT:Claudia Snowden-Rawley
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/academic/diia/fasttex/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9042@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091001T084733
SUMMARY:Planetary Science Symposium features current research, collaboration
LOCATION:Avaya Auditorium
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091002
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091002
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091003T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091001T084733Z
DESCRIPTION:Geologists, aerospace engineers and astronomers are among University of Texas researchers meeting for two days on the Austin campus, for the University of Texas Planetary Science Symposium. The meeting is designed to introduce planetary scientists to one another, and to help foster new, interdisciplinary collaborations, courses and seminars. An overfull schedule of 27 speakers will feature short talks on current research in solar system exploration and techniques, planet formation and evolution, astrogeobiology, and extrasolar planets.

The meeting is co-sponsored by the University of Texas at Austin Jackson School of Geosciences and Department of Astronomy.

CONTACT:Debra L Winegarten
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.as.utexas.edu/utpss/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9032@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090930T100328
SUMMARY:Research looks at inputs to a complex mountain watershed in Mexico
LOCATION:GRG 102
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091002T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091002T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090930T100328Z
DESCRIPTION:"Water, Nutrient, and Pollutant Inputs to a Complex Mountain Watershed in Mexico" is a research presentation by Dr. Alexandra Ponette, postdoctoral researcher in geography and the environment.


CONTACT:Natalie E Boudreau
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/geography/events/11951
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9009@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090929T121528
SUMMARY:Austin Forum on Science and Technology for Society features Ray Orbach
LOCATION:AT&T Conference Center Auditorium / 1900 University Ave.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091006T193000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091009T161300Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Ray Orbach will be the inaugural speaker for the reintroduction of the Austin Forum on Science and Technology for Society.

Orbach is the new director of The University of Texas at Austin's Energy Institute. Prior to this role, Orbach was the U.S. Department of Energy's first undersecretary for science. 

According to Texas Advanced Computing Center director Jay Boisseau, Orbach is one of the "preeminent figures in energy research in the world." "New developments in energy research are required for addressing our growing demands for energy and its impact on the environment and climate. Austin is well positioned for leadership in energy research, and Ray is uniquely qualified to lead UT's efforts in changing the world in this crucial area."

The Austin Forum hosts distinguished leaders and industry professionals who will share their knowledge and experience about the confluence of science, technology and society in the 21st century.

More information: <a href="http://www.austinforum.org">www.austinforum.org</a>.


 
CONTACT:Faith R Singer
URL;VALUE=URL:http://austinforum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9018@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090929T181939
SUMMARY:Year of Astronomy celebrated with solar system modeling, reception
LOCATION:PMA Library, RLM 4.200
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091007T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091007T160000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090929T181939Z
DESCRIPTION:The Physics Mathematics Astronomy (PMA) library invites the University of Texas at Austin community to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy. Festivities begin on the plaza of Robert Lee Moore Hall (RLM), where attendees may take part in a human orrery, or solar system model that demonstrates the planets' motion around the sun. Inside the PMA library, Inside the library, Dr. Craig Wheeler will give a talk at 3 p.m. titled "A Brief Time for History: 400 Years of Astronomy." 

Refreshments provided.
CONTACT:Roxanne Bogucka
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/pma/iyaposter.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8878@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090921T103302
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 3.336
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091007T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091007T153000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090921T103302Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, 5-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9097@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091006T080034
SUMMARY:Documentary screened: "What Is Our Future After Oil?" 
LOCATION:Goldsmith 3.120
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091008T210000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091006T080034Z
DESCRIPTION:"Transforming Energy: What Is Our Future After Oil?" is an inspirational one-hour documentary about progressive alternative energy technologies that are being proposed and implemented by social and political visionaries around the globe. The film "starts where Al Gore's 'An Inconvenient Truth' left off," focusing on solutions to our current energy demands.  

Please join the Center for Sustainable Development (CSD) for this third installment of the Sustainable Development Film Series  and spread the word to others who may be interested.   

CONTACT:Elizabeth T Brooks
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.transformingenergy.com/index.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9135@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091009T073144
SUMMARY:Marsha Snyder Schroeder presents "An Insider's Guide to Retail Buying"
LOCATION:Burdine 208
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091009T130000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091009T073144Z
DESCRIPTION:The Division of Textiles and Apparel in the School of Human Ecology is pleased to host Marsha Snyder Schroeder, University of Texas at Austin graduate, as a guest lecturer in TXA 376, Principles in Retail Merchandising. 
Ms. Schroeder, a 1994 graduate, has had a varied career in the industry. Her background covers retail buying, product development and brand licensing with Macy's, Gap and the Coca-Cola Company.
	
"I am passionate about all aspects of the retail industry, and I always hoped one day to come back to UT to share my knowledge and love for what I do," says Ms. Schroeder. "My former program at Texas has always remained close to my heart and I am thrilled to be able to give something back."  

Ms. Schroeder lives in Atlanta, and for the past four years she has worked in global brand licensing at The Coca-Cola Company. She is currently the regional licensing manager responsible for managing the North American and Latin American licensing agencies in the development and retail execution of the Coca-Cola licensed products across all merchandise categories. Her professional experience covers all facets of our degree programs, so please plan to attend this informative lecture and welcome Ms. Schroeder back to her alma mater.
CONTACT:Nancy B Prideaux
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.he.utexas.edu/graphics/TXASpeaker10-9-09.pdf
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9078@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091005T100845
SUMMARY:Women in Sciences panel sponsored by Department of Computer Sciences
LOCATION:TAY 3.128
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091012T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091005T100845Z
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Computer Sciences FIG is looking forward to a lively, interactive discussion with panelists who represent the role women play in the professional, educational and service aspects of the sciences industry. Panelists will share their personal challenges and triumphs of working in a predominantly male industry. 

The discussion is pertinent to women in all science-based majors, from freshman to
seniors, so we hope your members will come with questions.

Please confirm your attendance at <a href="mailto:jennifer@cs.utexas.edu">jennifer@cs.utexas.edu</a>.
CONTACT:jennifer@cs.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9143@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091009T142933
SUMMARY:Talk examines microscience technology and the Vietnam eraCyrus Mody
LOCATION:Pickel Research Campus (PRC) MER 1.606M  
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091012T160000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091009T142933Z
DESCRIPTION:The Microelectronics Research Center presents a seminar with Professor Cyrus Mody, History Department at Rice University. 

"Microscience/Technology and Vietnam-Era Protest at Stanford"

Abstract:
Many American universities experienced severe turmoil in the late 1960s and early 1970s due to the conflict in Southeast Asia.  At a few campuses, most famously Stanford and MIT, one of the major points of contention was the amount of defense funding going to local science and engineering faculty. Many student protestors - and many faculty themselves - felt there should be a "reconversion" of American academic science to focus on civilian "social problems" and "national needs."  At the same time, U.S. federal funding for basic research dipped and employment for recent science and engineering Ph.D.'s dropped precipitously. Through two related cases at Stanford - scanning acoustic microscopy and the OPTACON reading aid for the blind - I examine sub-micron science and engineering in the context of the reconversion debate and funding/jobs crisis.  I argue that reconversion was a factor in the growing degree of interdisciplinarity and patenting of faculty research at Stanford.
CONTACT:Domingo A.  Ferrer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9117@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091007T092637
SUMMARY:Chemical Engineering Graduate Seminar Series presents Dr. Huimin Zhao
LOCATION:CPE 2.218
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091013T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091013T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091007T092637Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Huimin Zhao of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, will present the seminar "Microbial Synthesis of Drugs and Fuels via Synthetic Biology." Dr. Zhao is the centennial endowed chair of chemical and biomolecular engineering at UCIC. He received his Ph.D. in chemistry from California Institute of Technology. Dr. Zhao was named as a fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) and received the Engineering Council Award for Excellence in Advising, UIUC College of Engineering.
CONTACT:Kay F Costales-Swift
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9036@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090930T112647
SUMMARY:Science Under the Stars features accessible lectures on varied topics
LOCATION:Brackenridge Field Laboratory, 2907 Lake Austin Blvd.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091014T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091014T203000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090930T112647Z
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for public lectures about biology, natural history and environmental science. Lectures held outdoors, weather permitting.

Come early for refreshments.
CONTACT:Jesse R Lasky
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.biosci.utexas.edu/ib/ScienceUnderStars/index.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9141@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091009T101445
SUMMARY:Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series hosts talk on cardiac imaging
LOCATION:BME 3.204
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091015T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091009T101445Z
DESCRIPTION:"Cardiac Imaging with Dual Source Computerized Tomography"

Speaker: Agrahara Bharatkumar, M.D., chief, VISN 12 Medical Imaging, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Abstract: Dual-source computerized tomography (CT) enables twice the temporal resolution as compared with the single-source CT and obviates the need to slow the heart with medications. The ultrafast, very low radiation dual-source CT scanner appears to be very promising in the rapid evaluation of patients with clinical suspicion of acute coronary syndrome. The technical aspects of this scanner are presented in this seminar.
CONTACT:Sophia V Bixby
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.bme.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8856@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090918T072827
SUMMARY:Physiology & pathology of obesity is Nutritional Sciences speech topic
LOCATION:WEL 2.312
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091016T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091009T073743Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Ofer Reizes, from the Lerner Research Institute in Cleveland, will present his research program to the Department of Nutritional Sciences as part of our seminar series.

Dr. Reizes focuses on understanding the physiology and pathology of obesity with the underlying hypothesis that "once you buy a fat cell it is yours to keep." He studies the mechanisms leading to the accumulation of fat and fat cells as well as mechanisms that resist the reduction in fat and fat cells.
CONTACT:Miriam L Pashby
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9093@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091005T165039
SUMMARY:Family Friday presents Chemistry Circus with Dr. David Laude
LOCATION:AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091016T183000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091016T153644Z
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand is the amazing Chemistry Circus with University of Texas at Austin Professor David Laude. Last year's event is still being talked about. Don't miss this one! 

RSVP early to <a href="mailto:AnnMarie.Francese@attconf.utexas.edu">AnnMarie.Francese@attconf.utexas.edu</a> or call 512-404-3605.

Chemistry Circus is appropriate for ages 3 and older.
CONTACT:AnnMarie.Franese@attconf.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/campusclub
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9114@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091007T073444
SUMMARY:Making scientific institutions more inclusive is topic of talk
LOCATION:Welch 2.122
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091019T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091007T073444Z
DESCRIPTION:The College of Natural Sciences invites you hear Dr. Debra Rolison deliver the talk "Creating Change in Scientific Institutions Through Subversion, Revolution, and Meteorology." Dr. Rolison is head of Advanced Electrochemical Materials at the Naval Research Laboratory. She will discuss how we can, at the level of the microclimate as well as the global climate for all institutions, change standard operating procedures in science and technology. She calls for us to demand that our world of science be one that truly relishes the talent for science and discovery residing in all of humanity.  

Dr. Rolison was one of the first scientists to call for application of Title IX to departments of science and engineering in higher education.  
CONTACT:Lynne McAnelly
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9202@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091015T121626
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 3.408
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091019T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091015T121626Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, five-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9194@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091014T111729
SUMMARY:Transmission Electron Microscopy Seminar offered
LOCATION:PRC MER 1.606M 
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091020T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091020T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091014T111729Z
DESCRIPTION:Electron holography is one of the oldest, yet least developed, techniques of electron microscopy. Initially invented by Dennis Gabor to correct the aberrations of the electron optical objective lens, it has never been a mainstream application in electron microscopy although it provides rather unique capabilities, such as the visualization of electric and magnetic fields in the nm range. It is almost ironic that it took the development of the aberration-corrected microscopes to allow, as a side-effect, electron holography to enter a new area that is only now being realized.

In this seminar, a historical overview of holography will be followed by selected insights in the holographic technique and its requirements, which will lead to the applications of holography, its advantages (and disadvantages) over other techniques and provide an understanding for the future application areas and capabilities of electron holography.
CONTACT:Domingo Ferrer 
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9203@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091015T121653
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 3.408
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091020T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091015T121653Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, five-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9118@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091007T092823
SUMMARY:Chemical Engineering Graduate Seminar Series presents Dr. T. Jaramillo
LOCATION:CPE 2.218
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091020T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091007T092823Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Thomas Jaramillo of Stanford University will give a seminar titled "Nanostructured Semiconductors for Solar Fuel Synthesis." Dr. Jaramillo is an assistant professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at Stanford, and received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Santa Barbara. His current research includes nanoparticulate catalysts for fuel cell cathodes, CO2 electro-reduction chemistry and new materials for semiconductor photoelectrochemistry.
CONTACT:Kay F Costales-Swift
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8253@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T144512
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091021T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090916T102041Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a one-year degree that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of a product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just one year while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The IC2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the IC2 Institute's executive committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on our Web site: <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9204@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091015T121718
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 6.442
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091022T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091015T121718Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, five-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9217@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091016T083719
SUMMARY:McKiernan-Gonzalez and Hutchison to present media-rich technology projects
LOCATION:Mezes Hall, Room B0.306
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091023T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091016T152806Z
DESCRIPTION:John McKiernan-Gonzalez, assistant professor of history, will present "Onda Latina," a digital repository for recordings of KUT's "Mexican American Experience" radio program. The program was a direct precursor to "Latino USA," and one of the first publicly funded talk shows that emphasized Latino experiences in the late 1970s. This talk will focus on the issues the "Onda Latina" Web site design team faced in making the radio show relevant to students, researchers and the curious public.

Coleman Hutchison, assistant professor of English, will follow to showcase an audiotext of Walt Whitman's "Song of Myself." This presentation will highlight the problems and promise of integrating a diplomatic transcript of the 1855 version of "Song of Myself" with six streaming audio tracks from different readers.

These presentations are part of the Liberal Arts Instructional Technology Services monthly "Friday Technology Forum" presentations, which showcase the ways faculty put technology to work in the classroom.

CONTACT:Michael S Hegedus
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/information-technology/events/special-events/forum-0910.php
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9297@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091022T115001
SUMMARY:Understanding birth of the universe is topic of astronomer's  talk
LOCATION:ACES 2.302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091027T201500
LAST-MODIFIED:20091022T115001Z
DESCRIPTION:"The Richness and Beauty of the Physics of Cosmological Recombination"

This is a free public lecture by Dr. Rashid Sunyaev, director, Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics (Germany) and Space Research Institute Moscow.

Dr. Sunyaev is perhaps best known as co-author of the Sunyaev-Zeldovich effect or SZ effect (proposed with Dr. Yakov Zeldovich), which is the result of high-energy electrons distorting the cosmic microwave background radiation (CMB) through inverse Compton 
scattering. Observed distortions of the CMB spectrum are used to detect the density perturbations of the universe.

In this lecture, Dr. Sunyaev will present, in a popular lecture format, the conditions that existed at the beginning of the birth of the universe and the scientific methods that were used to determine those conditions.

Dr. Sunyaev has been invited to the University of Texas at Austin to receive the DeVaucouleurs Medal from the Department of Astronomy in recognition of a lifetime of dedication to astronomy.
CONTACT:Gordon P Orris
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9246@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091019T140143
SUMMARY:"Research Bites" presents IHS Standards, SAE, ESDU training
LOCATION:Engineering Library, ECJ 1.300
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091028T130000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091019T140143Z
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about <a href="http://www.lib.utexas.edu/indexes/titles.php?type=Industry%20Standards">Standards</a>, SAE, and <a href="http://www.lib.utexas.edu/indexes/titles.php?id=141">ESDU</a> product functions and features to help you reduce research time and find the critical information in support of your work.

Free pizza for first 20 attendees!
CONTACT:Roxanne Bogucka
URL;VALUE=URL:http://blogs.lib.utexas.edu/engin/2009/10/12/ihs-standards-sae-esdu-training-at-the-library/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9080@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091005T101100
SUMMARY:CAEE distinguished lecturer is Dr. Edward Bouwer of Johns Hopkins
LOCATION:ACES 2.302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091029T153000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091007T143521Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bouwer's talk, titled "The Illusion of Certainty: Health Benefits and Risks," will peel away the veneer of certainty that we attach to health risk and benefit information given to us in our daily lives. The concepts discussed will help citizens face critical questions about the environment and help patients and their families get more involved in making informed medical decisions.
CONTACT:Linda J Keyte
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9247@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091019T140257
SUMMARY:Science Study Break presents "ZOMBIES!"
LOCATION:JGB 2.216
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091029T190000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091027T153057Z
DESCRIPTION:Citizen! Are you prepared for a zombie attack? Join us for a very special Science Study Break. Sam Scarpino (biology) uses scenes from "Night of the Living Dead," "Shaun of the Dead" and "28 Days Later" to discuss epidemiological findings on how to combat the undead menace.

Refreshments provided.
CONTACT:Roxanne Bogucka
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.lib.utexas.edu/lsl/StudyBreak/SSB.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9171@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091013T075337
SUMMARY:Students showcase breakthrough technologies for prize in I2P Global
LOCATION:AT&T Conference Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091030T120000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091026T084756Z
DESCRIPTION:See the next generation of technology innovations at the seventh annual Idea to Product Global Competition.

Fifteen invited university teams, representing four continents and eight countries, will descend upon Austin on Oct. 30-31 for the 7th Annual Idea to Product Global Competition. The teams will present their breakthrough technology commercialization plans and compete for over &#36;52,500 in cash prizes that may be used to advance their innovations, as well as a chance to enter the Global MOOTCORP competition. Each year, the competition draws a large audience from Austin's technology and entrepreneurial community. 

The competition will debut three themed championship tracks and a technology showcase where you can see the teams' innovative technologies. Which technologies will become the next cure for cancer? Which technologies have a potential to revolutionize the battery technology? What technology will answer the world's changing energy demands? Which will drastically improve quality of life for less-privileged communities around the world? Come to I2P Global and see.

<strong>Schedule of events:</strong>

Fri., Oct. 30 
9 a.m.-noon, Feedback Rounds (Classrooms 201, 202, 203)

Sat., Oct. 31 
9 a.m.-noon, Ted Roden Championship Rounds (201, 202, 203)
1:15-2:30 p.m., Technology Showcase (Covered Courtyard)
2:30-3 p.m., Ted Roden Awards Ceremony (Amphitheater 204) 
CONTACT:Luz-Cristal Glangchai (nap), Jakub Felkl
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ideatoproduct.org/global/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9353@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091027T115015
SUMMARY:iSchool Inaugural Symposium celebrates new facility
LOCATION:UTA 1.212
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091030T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091027T115015Z
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the new School of Information facilities at 1616 Guadalupe, Dean Andrew Dillon invites members of the iSchool and UT community to an inaugural symposium exploring topics across the information domain. Guest speakers include Mary Lynn Ritzenthaler, chief of the Document Conservation Laboratory, National Archives and Records Administration; Cathy Marshall, senior researcher at Microsoft Research Silicon Valley Lab; and Peter Freeman, emeritus dean and professor, Georgia Tech College of Computing, and director of the Washington Advisory Group.

The symposium program and Web cast information will be located at <a href="http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/1616/symposium">http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/1616/symposium</a>.

This symposium is made possible by a generous grant from the Tocker Foundation.
CONTACT:Cassandra L Alvarado
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/1616/symposium
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8857@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090918T073207
SUMMARY:Hormonal control of breast cancer is Nutritional Sciences speech topic
LOCATION:WEL 2.312
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091030T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091021T084505Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Robin Fuchs-Young from MD Anderson -  Smithville will present her research program to the Department of Nutritional Sciences as part of our seminar series.

Dr. Fuchs-Young focuses on the study of hormonal control of breast cancer, including crosstalk between hormone and growth factors signaling pathways, with the goal of advancing our understanding of how steroids and other hormones affect tissue development and tumorigenesis and to identify pivotal molecular targets involved in these processes.

CONTACT:Miriam L Pashby
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9324@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091026T084805
SUMMARY:Students showcase breakthrough technologies for I2P prize, day two
LOCATION:AT&T Conference Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091031T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091026T084805Z
DESCRIPTION:See the next generation of technology innovations at the seventh annual Idea to Product Global Competition.

Fifteen invited university teams, representing four continents and eight countries, will descend upon Austin on Oct. 30-31 for the 7th Annual Idea to Product Global Competition. The teams will present their breakthrough technology commercialization plans and compete for over &#36;52,500 in cash prizes that may be used to advance their innovations, as well as a chance to enter the Global MOOTCORP competition. Each year, the competition draws a large audience from Austin's technology and entrepreneurial community. 

The competition will debut three themed championship tracks and a technology showcase where you can see the teams' innovative technologies. Which technologies will become the next cure for cancer? Which technologies have a potential to revolutionize the battery technology? What technology will answer the world's changing energy demands? Which will drastically improve quality of life for less-privileged communities around the world? Come to I2P Global and see.

<strong>Schedule of events:</strong>

Sat., Oct. 31 
9 a.m.-noon, Ted Roden Championship Rounds (201, 202, 203)
1:15-2:30 p.m., Technology Showcase (Covered Courtyard)
2:30-3 p.m., Ted Roden Awards Ceremony (Amphitheater 204) 
CONTACT:Luz-Cristal Glangchai (nap), Jakub Felkl
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ideatoproduct.org/global/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9058@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091002T095304
SUMMARY:NASA Sea Level Workshop held in Austin
LOCATION:WPR Auditorium
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091102
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091102
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091103T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091002T095304Z
DESCRIPTION:The purposes of this two-day workshop and conference are the following:

1. To review the status of scientific observations and understanding of present-day sea level change and its contributing factors, including its relation to past sea level change.

2. To assess the suitability of the present observing system for capturing ongoing changes and predicting future ones.

3. To determine what types of observations and research activities should be encouraged in order to improve sea level projections for the 21st century.

Registration and other information can be found <a href="http://ccar.colorado.edu/sealevelworkshop/Sea_Level_Workshop/Home.html">here</a>.
CONTACT:Srinivas V Bettadpur
URL;VALUE=URL:http://ccar.colorado.edu/sealevelworkshop/Sea_Level_Workshop/Home.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9172@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091013T080554
SUMMARY:Sports nutrition is topic of Texas ACSM fall 2009 lecture
LOCATION:Bellmont Hall, Room 602B
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091102T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091102T123000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091013T080554Z
DESCRIPTION:The Texas ACSM FALL 2009 Lecture tour features Jacqueline R. Berning, Ph.D., associate professor and chair, Department of Biology, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs:

"Update on Sports Nutrition (Including Practical/
Clinical Applications)"


CONTACT:Patty L Coffman
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9299@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091022T115444
SUMMARY:Porous electrode architectures is topic of chemical engineering talk
LOCATION:CPE 2.218
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091103T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091103T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091022T115444Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Keith Stevenson of the University of Texas at Austin will present the seminar "Porous Electrode Architectures for Energy Conversion and Storage."  Dr. Stevenson is an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. His research areas include analytical chemistry, electrochemistry and surface chemistry.  
CONTACT:Kay F Costales-Swift
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9349@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091027T095501
SUMMARY:Obama administration and the Internet is topic of Austin Forum talk
LOCATION:AT&T Conference Center, Amphitheater (#204), 1900 University 
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091103T193000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091027T153057Z
DESCRIPTION:"The Internet and the Obama Administration - So Far" is presented by Dr. Gary Chapman, senior lecturer at the LBJ School of the University of Texas at Austin. Chapman teaches classes and conducts research on Internet policy, telecommunications and technology policy, and how the Internet revolution shapes organizations. He is also associate director of the university's Telecommunications and Information Policy Institute. 

Chapman has written numerous articles on technology and society for a wide variety of publications. From 1995 to 2001, he was an internationally syndicated columnist on technology for the "Los Angeles Times," and his column "Digital Nation" was carried in more than 200 newspapers and on the Web. Chapman was also a technology columnist for "Texas Monthly" magazine and an editorial columnist for the "Austin American-Statesman."

In early 2000, Chapman was named one of the 25 Most Powerful Texans in High Tech by "Texas Monthly." In 1999, the "Statesman" named him one of its "Ten to Watch." Chapman has also served as chairman of the selection committee for the Turing Award, the world's highest award in computer science.
CONTACT:Faith R Singer
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.austinforum.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9059@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091002T095613
SUMMARY:Second GRACE Hydrology Workshop announced
LOCATION:WPR Auditorium
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091104
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091104
LAST-MODIFIED:20091002T095613Z
DESCRIPTION:Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) has changed the way we study the water cycle. We are no longer limited to satellite observations of the near-surface or ground-based observations of subsurface and other water stores. By measuring variations in the total water column, GRACE has opened new avenues of scientific research, and it is beginning to find its way into applications of socioeconomic importance.  

Following on from the First GRACE Hydrology Workshop held in Irvine in March 2004, the goal of this workshop is to share recent results in three areas: (1) water cycle science; (2) integration of GRACE data with models and other observations; (3) water resources and other applications. Presentations on improved data-processing techniques and future gravity mission scenarios as relevant to hydrology are also encouraged.  
CONTACT:Srinivas V Bettadpur
URL;VALUE=URL:http://neptune.gsfc.nasa.gov/hsb/index.php?section=188
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9205@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091015T121735
SUMMARY:Computer Sciences hosts internal transfer information session
LOCATION:ACES 2.402
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091104T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091015T121735Z
DESCRIPTION:Internal transfer sessions are designed to expose any student interested in having a major, double major or minor in computer sciences (CS) to the major admission and degree requirements. This is your opportunity to see if an 18-hour CS certification, five-year integrated master's program or honors program will help maximize your career potential. The session will be coordinated by an academic adviser in advance of the major admission deadline of Nov. 16.
CONTACT:under-info@cs.utexas.edu
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.cs.utexas.edu/academics/undergraduate/prospective_students/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9179@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091013T114924
SUMMARY:Photonic Doppler Velocimetry (PDV) Workshop announced
LOCATION:Commons Conference Center, JJ Pickle campus
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091105
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091105
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091106T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091013T114924Z
DESCRIPTION:This two-day workshop provides a forum in which attendees can learn as well as share their knowledge about the safety, hardware, PDV fabrication, user techniques, software/data reduction and other useful information intended to aid the PDV user, or future PDV users. This is an informal workshop where participants can present their ongoing work and share innovative "outside the box" ideas in a casual and friendly environment. The purpose of this workshop is to promote an exchange of ideas and information so that we can all ramp up the learning curve as we use the system. We encourage you to share your ideas about new products, new applications and new analysis software.
CONTACT:Janet M Monaco
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.iat.utexas.edu/pdv/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9373@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091029T154532
SUMMARY:Liquid microlenses are topic at Biomedical Engineering Seminar
LOCATION:BME 3.204
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091105T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091029T154532Z
DESCRIPTION:"Liquid Microlenses and Their Applications," by  Hongrui Jiang, Ph.D., assistant professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract:  
Optical detection and imaging have wide applications in biomedicine and biological and chemical analyses. Micro-scale optical components become more and more important.  For any optical system, lenses are critical elements. In this seminar, Dr. Jiang's current work on liquid microlenses will be presented.
CONTACT:Sophia V Bixby
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.bme.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9367@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091029T083925
SUMMARY:Hydrologic research & erosion management in Caribbean is paper topic
LOCATION:GRG 102
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091106T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091029T090520Z
DESCRIPTION:"Science in Translation: Application of Hydrological Research in the Development of Soil Erosion Control Strategies in the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico" will be presented by Dr. Carlos E. Ramos-Scharron, research fellow, Department of Geography and the Environment, University of Texas at Austin.
CONTACT:Natalie E Boudreau
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/geography/events/11349
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9414@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091102T145952
SUMMARY:Algorithms in macromolecular modeling is topic of conference
LOCATION:ACE 2.302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091111
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091111
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20091115T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091102T145952Z
DESCRIPTION:This meeting brings together both the developers of computational and theoretical tools for biomolecular simulations and those biological and chemical scientists interested in modeling applications. 

Topics include: 
-Potential Design
-Simulations of Systems in Equilibrium
-Advances in Hardware and Software
-Soft Matter
-Protein Folding and Protein-Protein Interactions
-Nucleic Acid Complexes
-Kinetics and Mechanism 

Twenty-six invited speakers will be making presentations, contributed short talks will be given on Wednesday afternoon and a poster session will be held on Thursday afternoon.

Detailed schedule available <a href="http://www.ices.utexas.edu/documents/am3-schedule.pdf">here</a>.
CONTACT:Ruth M Hengst
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ices.utexas.edu/ices/am3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9290@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091021T165159
SUMMARY:"Texas Salamander Extravaganza" featured at Science Under the Stars
LOCATION:Brackenridge Field Laboratory, 2907 Lake Austin Blvd.
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091111T203000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091112T150220Z
DESCRIPTION:"Texas Salamander Extravaganza"

Hayley Gillespie is a graduate student studying the ecology and behavior of the endangered Barton Springs salamander (Eurycea sosorum) that lives right here in Austin. Texas is home to many species of salamanders, including the giant black and yellow tiger salamanders, two-legged Sirens, waterdogs, spotted newts, slimy salamanders and a diverse group of permanently aquatic salamanders in the genus Eurycea, all very closely related to our Barton Springs salamander. Come and learn about their incredible biology, how they survive in all kinds of habitats, and what is being done to conserve and protect these fascinating amphibians!

Arrive early for refreshments and children's activities.
CONTACT:Jesse R Lasky
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.biosci.utexas.edu/ib/ScienceUnderStars/index.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9538@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091113T113325
SUMMARY:Nominations requested for UT Co-op Research Excellence Award
LOCATION:MAI 302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091113
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago;VALUE=DATE:20091113
RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;UNTIL=20100201T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20091113T113325Z
DESCRIPTION:The vice president for research is soliciting nominations for the University Co-operative Society Research Excellence Awards from the dean of each college, from the provost and from each vice president to whom an organized research unit (ORU) reports. Each dean or vice president may submit one nominee for each of the two categories of Research Excellence Awards.

* CAREER RESEARCH EXCELLENCE AWARD: One award will be made to a faculty member or staff researcher who has maintained a superior research program across many years. The award will be accompanied by a check in the amount of &#36;10,000.

* BEST RESEARCH PAPER: One award will be made to a faculty member or staff researcher who was the principal or sole author of a peer-reviewed scholarly paper reporting original research that was published during the preceding year (calendar year 2009) in recognized research outlets in his or her field of study. The award will be accompanied by a check in the amount of &#36;5,000.

Faculty members and researchers who wish to be considered must contact their respective unit heads as soon as possible, as internal deadlines may apply.

For more information, visit:  <a href="http://www.utexas.edu/research/admin/awards/">http://www.utexas.edu/research/admin/awards/</a>
CONTACT:Liza Scarborough
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/research/admin/awards/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9369@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091029T084623
SUMMARY:Role of small towns in regional settlements is topic of geography talk
LOCATION:GRG 102
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091113T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091029T084623Z
DESCRIPTION:"Small Towns: Functional Change and Their Role Within Regional Settlement Systems"

This UT geography colloquium features Professor Greg Atkinson, Department of Social Sciences, Tarleton State University.
CONTACT:Natalie E Boudreau
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/geography/events/12395
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9350@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091027T095938
SUMMARY:Siemens Competition for high school math & science hosts reception
LOCATION:San Jacinto Hall Rm. 207C
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091113T183000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091027T095938Z
DESCRIPTION:The College of Natural Sciences, in association with the Siemens Foundation, announces the 11th Annual Region 2 Siemens Mathematics, Science and Technology Competition. This very talented group of high school students are competing for scholarships and a chance to advance to the national competition in December, where the top award is &#36;100,000. Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to see the competitors' poster displays exhibiting their findings and speak with the students about their research. 

Reception with refreshments will be held in San Jacinto Hall Room 207C from 5 p.m until 6:30 p.m.

Day two of this event, Nov. 14, features presentations by students.
CONTACT:Judy L Dean
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9351@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091027T100117
SUMMARY:Siemens Competition hosts math, science and technology competition
LOCATION:San Jacinto Hall Rm. 207B
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091114T130000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091027T100117Z
DESCRIPTION:The College of Natural Sciences, in association with the Siemens Foundation, announces the 11th Annual Region 2 Siemens Mathematics, Science and Technology Competition. The public is invited to see this very talented group of high school students present their projects.  Students are competing for scholarships and a chance to advance to the national competition in December, where the top award is &#36;100,000.
CONTACT:Judy L Dean
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9522@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091112T111705
SUMMARY:Chemical engineering graduate seminar announced
LOCATION:CPE 2.218
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091117T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091112T111705Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Matthew Neurock, professor of chemistry and chemical engineering at the University of Virginia, will present "Elucidation and Design of the Catalytically Active Sites and Their Environments for Energy Conversion Strategies."

Dr. Neurock's research program is focused on modeling the atomic features and molecular phenomena that govern catalysis and materials processing. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Delaware, and is the Alice M. and Guy A. Wilson professor in chemical engineering at the University of Virginia.
CONTACT:Kay F Costales-Swift
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9229@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091016T134944
SUMMARY:Objectivism Society hosts "The Real Goal of the Green Climate Crusade"
LOCATION:MEZ 1.306
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091117T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091117T220000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091016T134944Z
DESCRIPTION:Environmentalists claim that our use of carbon-based energy is altering the climate, making us more vulnerable to climate disasters. Human survival, they insist, requires the immediate abandonment of fossil fuels in favor of carbon-free sources. So why do environmentalist groups vehemently oppose projects involving every alternative form of energy ever proposed to replace fossil fuels - including wind farms and solar power plants? And why do they ignore the dramatic degree to which industrial development under capitalism has reduced the risk of harm from severe climate events? Before we rush headlong into drastic climate policies and energy rationing, a critical examination of these policies is urgently needed. Dr. Keith Lockitch will address these important issues and answer audience questions.

Dr. Lockitch is a resident fellow focusing on science and environmentalism at the Ayn Rand Center for Individual Rights (ARI). His writings have appeared in numerous publications. Dr. Lockitch has been a frequent guest on radio shows such as the Thom Hartmann Program on Air America Radio. Prior to joining ARI in 2003, Dr. Lockitch was a postdoctoral researcher in physics at the University of Illinois and at Pennsylvania State University.
CONTACT:Alan D McKendree
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9492@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091111T094022
SUMMARY:Has Your Home Become a Toxic Factory?: Researcher discusses phthalates
LOCATION:GAR 2.112
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091118T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091118T180000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091119T160951Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Ying Xu (Civil Engineering) will discuss phthalates, a group of chemicals made from petroleum that are mainly used as plasticizers to enhance product flexibility. Recent studies indicate that phthalates may result in profound and irreversible changes in the development of the human reproductive tract. As they are not chemically bound in materials, slow emissions from products to air usually occurs and may result a substantial exposure. Importantly, about 5 million school-aged children attend school in Texas classrooms that consist of large areas of vinyl flooring, where phthalates are typically present at concentrations of 40 percent (w/w), and are thus exposed to phthalates from this significant source at least 30 hours a week. Therefore, it is critically important to evaluate human exposure and health risks associated with phthalate emissions from consumer products.
 
Dr. Xu's research represents the first attempt to explicitly elucidate the fundamental mechanisms governing the release of phthalates from polymeric building materials as well as their subsequent interaction with interior surfaces. The results will be of value to architects, governments, manufacturers and engineers who wish to specify low-emitting green materials for healthy buildings. It will permit health professionals to identify and control health risks associated with many of the semi-volatile organic compounds used in indoor materials and consumer products in a relatively inexpensive way.
CONTACT:Nancy K Ewert
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/centers/cwgs/events/upcoming.php
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9357@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091028T090245
SUMMARY:CAEE distinguished lecturer is Ed Jaselskis from Iowa State University
LOCATION:ACES 2.302
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T123000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091028T094431Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Ed Jaselski, Iowa State University, presents the lecture "Construction Industry Trends and Implications for the Future Skill Set of Project Managers," which investigates emerging trends for the construction industry and describes their implications on project management and construction education programs. Knowledge creators, leadership, management and technical skills will be crucial for the future project manager.
CONTACT:Linda J Keyte
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.caee.utexas.edu/news-events/lecturers/2009-jaselskis.html
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9536@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091113T103350
SUMMARY:Nobel laureate Dr. Jack W. Szostak to speak on artificial cells
LOCATION:Texas Union Theater
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091119T160834Z
DESCRIPTION:The Paul D. Gottlieb lecture series, sponsored by the School of Biological Sciences and the Institute for Cellular and Molecular Biology, is pleased to announce our 2009 speaker. Dr. Jack W. Szostak shared the 2009 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine and we are honored and excited to welcome him to UT Austin.

His lecture is titled "What Can We Learn About the Origin of Life from Efforts to Design an Artificial Cell?" 

The Gottlieb Lecture Series is honored to welcome Dr. Szostak as our seventh Nobel Laureate in years years, and we look forward to sharing his amazing work with the university community.
CONTACT:Lydia McClure
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.icmb.utexas.edu/calendar/info.asp?eventID=2735
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9537@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091113T103837
SUMMARY:Electroconductive hydrogels are topic of Biomedical Engineering talk
LOCATION:BME 3.204
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091113T103837Z
DESCRIPTION:"Engineering the Electrode-Tissue Interface with Electroconductive Hydrogels" will be presented by Anthony Guiseppi-Elie, Sc.D., professor, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and Department of Bioengineering, Clemson University.

Abstract:
The long-term biocompatibility and electrical performance of implantable biosensors for physiological status monitoring and electrodes for deep brain stimulation are of paramount importance in trauma care and as neuronal prostheses, respectively. We have developed approaches to the design of these tissue-to-electrode interfaces based on the use of biomimetic electroconductive hydrogel co-networks. Hydrogels are rendered electroconductive through the formation of electrically conductive polymer or single walled carbon nano tube networks within cross-linked, highly hydrophilic polymer networks. Our approach to biocompatibility employs biomimicry - the creation of biocompatible interfaces that emulate the chemistry and topography of the extracellular matrix or of cells of the tissue bed within which the indwelling device must reside. 
CONTACT:Sophia V Bixby
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.bme.utexas.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8254@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T144535
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091119T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090916T102109Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a one-year degree that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of a product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just one year while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The IC2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the IC2 Institute's executive committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on our Web site: <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9352@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091027T100529
SUMMARY:Cancer researcher is Nutritional Sciences department guest speaker
LOCATION:WEL 2.312
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091120T140000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091027T153057Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. David Berrigan from the Cancer Control and Population Sciences Applied Research Program at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) will present his seminar entitled "Research and Research Opportunities in Physical Activity, the Built Environment, and Cancer at NCI."  

Dr. Berrigan received his Ph.D. in biology from the University of Utah in 1993, a B.A. from Reed College in 1983, M.S. from UC Davis in 1987 and M.P.H. from UC Berkeley in 2000. His recent research has examined energy balance, carcinogenesis, physical activity and acculturation using a mix of animal models, population data and methodological studies aimed at improving survey data and incorporating GIS tools and data-layers into survey data sets. He has authored or coauthored papers in <em>Science, Carcinogenesis, JNCI, American Naturalist, PNAS, American Journal of Preventive Medicine</em> and some 30 other journals.
CONTACT:Miriam L Pashby
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9527@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091112T112647
SUMMARY:Friday Tech Forum: Professors present instructional tech projects
LOCATION:Mezes Hall, Room B0.306
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091120T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091112T112647Z
DESCRIPTION:Katrin Erk, assistant professor of linguistics, will present Shalmaneser, a machine learning toolbox for shallow semantic parsing. In addition, Professor Erk will discuss her findings from incorporating the tool into her Introduction to Computational Linguistics course.

Shalmaneser: <a href="http://comp.ling.utexas.edu/shalmaneser/">http://comp.ling.utexas.edu/shalmaneser/</a>

Adam Rabinowitz, assistant professor of classics, will present GeoDia, an interactive spatial timeline of the ancient Mediterranean, from roughly 3000 B.C. to 300 A.D. He and his project team will discuss the interface itself, preliminary results of their current beta test and future plans for user-generated content interfaces using the same combination of a timeline, a map and material in DASe.

GeoDia: <a href="http://code.google.com/p/geodia/">http://code.google.com/p/geodia/</a>

These presentations are part of the Liberal Arts Instructional Technology Services monthly "Friday Technology Forum," which showcase the ways faculty put technology to work in the classroom.
CONTACT:Michael S Hegedus
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/information-technology/events/special-events/forum-0910.php
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9368@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091029T084305
SUMMARY:"On Aqueducts" presented by geography regents professor
LOCATION:GRG 102
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091120T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091029T090453Z
DESCRIPTION:"On Aqueducts" is a research presentation by Dr. William E. Doolittle, Erich W. Zimmermann regents professor in geography.
CONTACT:Natalie E Boudreau
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/geography/events/11976
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9306@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091022T122324
SUMMARY:Lecture series in chemical engineering presents award-winning scholar
LOCATION:CPE 2.220
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091124T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091118T102959Z
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Stanley Sandler of the University of Delaware is the featured speaker for the Texas Distinguished Faculty Lecture Series in Chemical Engineering. He will present the talk "The Use of Computational Quantum Mechanics for Predictions for Thermodynamics, Environmental Engineering, Reaction Kinetics, and the Pharmaceutical Industry."   

Dr. Sandler holds the H.B. DuPont chair of chemical engineering and is the director of the Center for Molecular and Engineering Thermodynamics. He received the Founders Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Field of Chemical Engineering from the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.
CONTACT:Kay F Costales-Swift
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9562@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091118T091749
SUMMARY:Planetary Organization for Space Science & Exploration holds meeting
LOCATION:JGB 3.222
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091124T183000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091124T115542Z
DESCRIPTION:UT's Planetary Organization for Space Science and Exploration (POSSE) is a student-run organization that plans to bring external and internal space science researchers to the forefront of our UT community by allowing them an outlet for their research in the form of lectures. We also plan on being a nexus for information regarding research and educational opportunities for students, and to help further space science research at the University of Texas. We are open to any UT affiliated individual/student with and interest in research in the space sciences. POSSE will also plan fun social events such as joining in on star parties and facilitating field trips to the McDonald Observatory, NASA facilities and other locales.

We're proud to announce the first official meeting (informal) of UT Planetary Organization for Space Sciences and Exploration (UT POSSE), featuring a short talk by Dr. Mark Helper on planetary/lunar science. 
 
The meeting is informal and open to undergraduates/graduates/UT researchers. The talk will be followed by a meet and greet.

For more information, email <a href="mailto:utposse@gmail.com">utposse@gmail.com</a> or visit 
<a href="http://utplanetaryscience.blogspot.com">http://utplanetaryscience.blogspot.com</a>.
CONTACT:Martha A Altobelli
URL;VALUE=URL:http://utplanetaryscience.blogspot.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9583@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091121T091353
SUMMARY:Visiting physiology professor to give lecture
LOCATION:Bellmont Hall, Room 602A
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091130T163000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091121T091353Z
DESCRIPTION:Leonardo F. Ferreira, Ph.D., Department of Physiology, University of Kentucky, will deliver a talk titled "Sphingolipid Signaling of Skeletal Muscle Weakness and Fatigue."
CONTACT:Patty L Coffman
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9604@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091125T173926
SUMMARY:Rethinking Education in the Age of Technology: Author is guest speaker
LOCATION:ACE 2.302 (AVAYA Auditorium)
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091201T150000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091125T173926Z
DESCRIPTION:Allan Collins is professor emeritus of education and social policy at Northwestern University. He is a member of the National Academy of Education and a fellow of the American Association for Artificial Intelligence, the Cognitive Science Society, the American Educational Research Association and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He served as a founding editor of the journal <em>Cognitive Science</em> and as first chair of the Cognitive Science Society. 

Collins has studied teaching and learning for over 30 years and has written extensively on related topics. He is best known in the field of psychology for his work on how people answer questions, in artificial intelligence for his work on reasoning and intelligent tutoring systems and in education for his work on situated learning, inquiry teaching, design research and cognitive apprenticeship. From 1991 to 1994 he was co-director of the U.S. Department of Education's Center for Technology in Education. His book with Richard Halverson entitled "Rethinking Education in the Age of Technology: The Digital Revolution and the Schools" was published by Teachers College Press in September 2009.
CONTACT:Anthony J Petrosino
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.sesp.northwestern.edu/profile/?p=52&/AllanCollins/>http://www.sesp.northwestern.edu/profile/?p=52&/AllanCollins/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9579@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091120T140906
SUMMARY:SymBIOsis: Life sciences entrepreneurs discuss intellectual property
LOCATION:AT&T Executive Education & Conference Center
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091201T193000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091120T140952Z
DESCRIPTION:The Rice Alliance - Austin Chapter and UT's Austin Technology Incubator invite you to Austin's life sciences networking and educational event - SymBIOsis.

If you're a life sciences entrepreneur, entrepreneur-to-be, faculty, graduate student, postdoctoral fellow or part of the life sciences industry in Austin, then this is for you!

Enjoy food, drink and conversation with members of Austin's life sciences network.
Then stay for a panel discussion to learn more from the experts about how you and/or your startup should be thinking about intellectual property - a topic the heart of any life sciences company that is not always given the strategic focus it requires.
CONTACT:Melissa F Rabeaux
URL;VALUE=URL:https://www.registrationassistant.com/p/rg.asp?Event=3A05C35509FC593D73AA6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9370@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091029T084935
SUMMARY:Talk explores Amazonian dark earths, implications in pre-Colombian life
LOCATION:GRG 102
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091204T170000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091124T115542Z
DESCRIPTION:"Amazonian Dark Earths: Implications for PreColumbian Settlement/Susistence in the Region" is a colloquium presented by William I. Woods, Department of Geography, University of Kansas.

CONTACT:Natalie E Boudreau
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/cola/depts/geography/events/1912
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9580@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091120T141239
SUMMARY:Mayo Clinic anesthesiologist to deliver special lecture
LOCATION:Bellmont Hall, Room 962
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091204T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091204T230000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091120T141239Z
DESCRIPTION:Darren P. Casey, Ph.D., Department of Anesthesiology, Mayo Clinic, will present the talk, "Regulation of Skeletal Muscle Blood Flow During Exercise Under Conditions of Reduced Oxygen Availability."
CONTACT:Patty L Coffman
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9582@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091120T141836
SUMMARY:Visiting scientist to give talk in molecular physiology & biophysics
LOCATION:Bellmont Hall, Room 602A
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091207T120000
LAST-MODIFIED:20091121T091733Z
DESCRIPTION:Yvonne M. Kobayashi, Ph.D., Department Molecular Physiology & Biophysics, University of Iowa, will give the talk, "Sarcolemma nNOS and Activity-Induced Fatigue -- Insights from Animal Models."
CONTACT:Patty L Coffman
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9589@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20091123T105501
SUMMARY:H1N1 immunization development and distribution addressed by panel
LOCATION:Clinical Education Center at Brackenridge, room C1.110
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091211T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091211T141500
LAST-MODIFIED:20091123T105501Z
DESCRIPTION:What is the process for responding to an emergent public health threat? How are immunizations developed and distributed? What is the public impact of this process?  

Join us for a panel discussion about managing the swine flu. Expert panelists include Dr. Benedicte Callan, formerly of the OECD; Dr. Adolfo Valadez, asst. commissioner for Prevention and Preparedness Services at the Department of State Health Services; Dr. Thomas Erlinger, director of research administration, Infection Prevention and Epidemiology, Seton Hospital Network.
CONTACT:Robin A Pearson
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.utexas.edu/lbj/chasp/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8255@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T144600
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20091216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20091216T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090916T102136Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a one-year degree that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of a product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just one year while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The IC2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the IC2 Institute's executive committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on our Web site: <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
URL;VALUE=URL:http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8256@utexas.edu
DTSTAMP;TZID=US/Central:20090701T144637
SUMMARY:Learn about the M.S. in Technology Commercialization degree
LOCATION:IC2 Institute
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20100114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20100114T200000
LAST-MODIFIED:20090916T102200Z
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas at Austin's Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) degree is a one-year degree that prepares individuals for successful entrepreneurship and for fields such as technology assessment, technology transfer, product licensing, business development and strategic planning.

Rather than working on business case studies and hypothetical exercises, students work on real technologies and learn how to assess and calculate the viability of a product, identify the correct market and finally launch the product for profit.

The MSTC program is designed so that students earn a graduate degree in just one year while continuing to work full-time. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2010. Students can attend classes in Austin, via video Web cast or via video archive - or do a combination of all three.

The IC2 Institute has created the George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship specifically for full-time University of Texas employees who are admitted to its MSTC program. Beginning with the entering class of 2010, admitted UT employees may apply for a &#36;20,000 tuition scholarship for the one-year MSTC program. Up to two George Kozmetsky Memorial Scholarship awards will be made by the IC2 Institute's executive committee each program year.

You can read further about our program and register for this information session on our Web site: <a href="http://www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc">www.ic2.utexas.edu/mstc</a>.
CONTACT:Lara M Horowitz
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