LRIG Mid-Atlantic Fall Exhibition & RUDCR Infinite Biologics Tour 2019
Date and time
Location
Life Sciences Building, Human Genetics Institute of New Jersey
Rutgers
145 Bevier Road
Piscataway Township, NJ 08854
Description
Laboratory Research Innovation Group (LRIG) Mid-Atlantic Presents
Fall Exhibition & RUDCR Infinite Biologics Tour
A life science networking & technology event with short talks by experts in genomics, bringing together scientists, clinicians, academics and automation experts to network, collaborate (or share ideas) and have a good time. The event is open to scientists from a wide array of backgrounds: genomics, proteomics, drug discovery, cell biology, analytics, forensics & quality control.
Attendance is FREE but registration is required. Registration will also be available onsite.
- Exciting short talks from experts in genomics
- Free food and drinks for attendees
- Raffle prizes including a chance to win an iPad
- Tours of RUCDR Infinite Biologics Cell Culture and Stem Cell Center and Genomics Technology Center (www.rucdr.org), a dedicated industrial-quality, high-volume cell culture facility that is CAP-accredited and combines skilled protocol development with advanced technologies to serve the needs of biomedical researchers locally, nationally and worldwide. Tickets are REQUIRED for the tours.
Confirmed vendors include:
Grenova Solutions, Hamilton Storage, Agilent, Labcyte, Proteinfluidics, Festo, Artel, Hudson Robotics
**Check back for link to secure parking on the day of event
Speakers include:
Kristin G. Beaumont, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Assistant Director of Single Cell Genomics Technology Development, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
and
Andrew Brooks, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer of RUCDR Infinite Biologics
Schedule
3pm doors open
4:30pm 1st RUCDR tour
5pm Dr. Kristin Beaumont, Understanding Complex Genetics of Human Disease by Leveraging Recent Advances in Next Generation Sequencing and Molecular Technology
5:30pm 2nd RUCDR tour
6pm Dr. Andrew Brooks, Evolution of Automated Biobanking Tools and Technologies to enable Precision Medicine Initiatives in Academia, Government, Industry and Direct to Consumer Industries
6:30pm Raffle drawing of iPad and other prizes
Parking information
Parking registration link for lots 51, 51B, & 54
Menu
Appetizers
Bella Flora Pastry w/ ricotta & portobello mushrooms
Mini Crab Cakes
Beef Short Rib Wrapped in Applewood Bacon
Steamed BBQ Pork Bao BunsOrchard’s Harvest Seasonal Fruit Platter
Entrees
BBQ and Buffalo Chicken Wings
Penne Marinara with Mini Italian Meatballs
Eggplant Rollatini
Desserts
Mini cupcakes
Chocolate covered strawberries
Jumbo soft baked cookies
Drinks
Coffee/tea
Assorted sodas and spring waters
Wine and Beer