SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING IN VIETNAM
2007/02/06
FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT CALL
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July 25-28th, 2007 |
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SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING IN VIETNAM |
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BACKGROUND |
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Vietnam is an economically and socially dynamic country,
and interest in biomedical engineering activities has grown
considerably in recent years. The traditions, environment, and
conditions within the country offer unique opportunities for
international community, and the Vietnamese government and university
policymakers are aware of the importance of this field for the
development of the country. This conference constitutes an international
platform to exchange experiences, support and collaborations
in research, education and entrepreneurship to address the urgent
needs of Vietnam. |
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HISTORY |
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In January 2004, under the sponsorship of the U.S. National Science Foundation, a U.S. delegation that consisted of Biomedical Engineering professors from different universities in the United States, visited several universities and research institutions in Vietnam to assess the development of this field. The delegation proposed a five year plan and enthusiastically recommended the U.S. and international scientific communities to actively develop collaborations with Vietnam (for more information: http://www.ece.tufts.edu/~vanvo/VN/Development%20BMEVN.htm) In this framework, in July 2005, the First International
Conference on the Development of BiomedicalEngineering in Vietnam
was held in Hochiminh city, emphasizing on developing research,
education and entrepreneurship in Vietnam. From that conference
a Consortium of Vietnam-International Universities was created.
It will advise and assist the Vietnamese universities in the
development of Biomedical Engineering. It will also be a magnet
to attract Vietnamese descendants from abroad. In addition,
a Vietnamese Association of Biomedical Engineering was created.
It constitutes a task force for the development of Biomedical
Engineering in Vietnam (for information: http://www.ece.tufts.edu/~vanvo/VN/BME2). |
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PURPOSES |
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1. To give Vietnamese educators, students, researchers,
administrators and policy makers the opportunity to
learn about the related works and models in the U.S. and elsewhere,
and to present their accomplishments 3. To develop the relationship between international and local industry, and to motivate further development of BME in Vietnam.
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TOPICS |
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1. Scientific research: Medical Imaging, Regenerative
Medicine, Medical Instrumentations, 2. Education models: Undergraduate and Graduate Curriculum
Development (Infrastructure, Difficulties Encountered,
Advantages and Disadvantages, Costs of Developments), Relationship
University-Hospital-Industry, ABET 3. Entrepreneurship: Legal Regulations (FDA); Technology Transfer/Intellectual Property: (EIR,MTA, CDA, CTA, CRADA, Patent, License), Government Research Funding institutions (NSF, NIH including SBIR and STIR), Private Research Funding institutions, Venture capitalism, Professional Societies: IEEE, ASME, AIMBE. 4. Models for Vietnam: suggested solutions for Vietnam. |
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REGISTRATION & SUBMISSION OF PAPERS. (Click here for the form) |
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IMPORTANT DEADLINES |
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SIDE PROGRAMS |
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Prior to the scientific program we will organize some side programs such as sightseeing of the world renown Ha Long Bay, water puppet theater, and visit some local Biomedical Engineering research, and education institutions and medical companies. These programs are planned during July 22-24, 2007 |
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SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION (Click here for more information) |
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We are actively looking for sponsors and exhibitors for our event. Vietnam is a young and dynamic country; you will have the opportunity to target influential decision makers, interact with Biomedical professionals from all over Vietnam, build visibility for your company in a competitive marketplace, and demonstrate your support for the research and education community. |
** For further information, please visit at http://www.ece.tufts.edu/~vanvo/VN/BME2/
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