INDUSTRY NEWS
BioBusiness Conference Scheduled
A BioBusiness conference will be held 16–18 February at the Hotel President Wilson in Geneva. Designed for senior management professionals, the conference will address a number of topics including healthcare market changes, research financing, and investment challenges. Roundtable discussions also will be held as part of the event.
For more information, contact WBR Ltd., Anchor House, 15–19 Britte St., London, SW3 3QL, UK; phone: +44 207 368 9465; fax: +44 207 368 9401; e-mail: info@wbr.co.uk; Internet: www.wbr.co.uk/biobusiness.
Seminar Analyzes Revisions to the Medical Device Directives
Scheduled for 12–13 February, at the Rembrandt Hotel in London, a seminar will examine recent changes to the medical device directives and their influence on the medical device industry. Reclassification, clinical data, performance of notified bodies, vigilance, and risk management are among the topics that will be discussed. The conference will give visitors an opportunity to learn about the implications of the regulatory changes and how they will affect working practices. There will also be an introduction to the European Commission’s consultation relating to the recasting of the medical device directives.
For more information, contact Management Forum Ltd., 98–100 Maybury Rd., Woking, Surrey GU21 5JL, UK; phone: +44 1483 730071; fax: +44 1483 730008; Internet: www.management-forum.co.uk.
Course Examines US Regulation of Medical Technology
Scheduled for 24–26 February, a course developed by Cranfield University in collaboration with regulatory affairs industry association TOPRA will examine how US regulatory procedures are applied to medical technologies. Offered by Cranfield University in the United Kingdom, the course is designed to enable students to leave with the capability to advise their organizations about entering the US medical technologies market. The course will focus on such areas as the structure and mission of US FDA, premarket notification, and quality system regulation. A master of science programme in medical technology regulatory affairs is also offered by the university.
For more information, contact Cranfield University, Cranfield, Beds MK43 0AL, UK; phone: +44 1234 758008; e-mail: enquiries.health@cranfield.ac.uk; Internet: www.cranfield.ac.uk/health/courses.
Conference Considers Developments in Synthetic Fibres for Medical Applications
A conference on synthetic fibres that will be held on 2–3 April at the Hotel Bloom in Brussels will include a session on their medical uses. Organized by Industrial Fabrics Association International, the conference is expected to attract hundreds of industry executives, who will discuss technical textile innovations coming in the next five to 10 years. The conference will focus on a variety of topics, one of which will be man-made fibres in medical applications.
For more information, contact Industrial Fabrics Association International, 1801 County Rd. BW, Roseville, MN 55113, USA; phone: +1 800 225 4324, +1 651 222 2508; fax: +1 651 631 9334; e-mail: generalinfo@ifai.com; Internet: www.ifai.com.
Seminar Provides Overview of EU Reimbursement for Medical Devices
A seminar presented by nationally based experts covers reimbursement systems in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, and Italy. The seminar, which will be held 4–5 March at the Rembrandt Hotel in London, will consider the requirements of each country and review the reimbursement and funding systems for medical technologies and procedures, considering both the public and private sectors. The event also will deliver practical advice on achieving or improving reimbursement for medical technologies and procedures in each country.
For more information, contact Management Forum Ltd., 98–100 Maybury Rd., Woking, Surrey GU21 5JL, UK; phone: +44 1483 730071; +44 1483 730008; e-mail: judith.black@management-forum.co.uk; Internet: www.management-forum.co.uk.
MEDTEC UK Returns to Birmingham’s NEC in March
Scheduled for 25–26 March at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, UK, MEDTEC UK will give design and manufacturing professionals from the medical device industry the opportunity to view the latest developments from companies offering raw materials, manufacturing, automation technology, and outsourcing services. More than 170 companies are expected to exhibit at the event, showcasing a full spectrum of equipment, products and services. The conference associated with the trade show will address regulatory, design, and manufacturing issues. Content for the technical conference changes annually and topics are generated through delegate and industry feedback.
For more information, contact the MEDTEC UK Help Desk: phone: +44 203 1474620; fax: +44 203 1474613; e-mail: canonukshows@cancom.com; Internet: www.medtecukshow.com.
