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Topic:
Overcoming Common Obstacles In University/Company Intellectual Property Agreements

If you are interested in relationships between universities and industry, and in particular, how to overcome obstacles in negotiating license and research agreements, then join us on February 12 for the first 2004 meeting of the LES Minnesota Chapter. There will be a networking luncheon, followed by a panel discussion. The format will be a "debate" with a twist. The panel has identified several key issues that repeatedly come up as obstacles during negotiations. A company and a university representative will briefly explain their perspectives on each issue, and will conclude with the twist Ð suggestions on how to overcome the obstacles, and thereby efficiently reach win-win agreements. The winner of the debate will be the attendees, who will learn effective ways to circumvent negotiation bottlenecks and reach agreement. Remember that you don't need to be an LES member to attend. This meeting is open to anyone who is interested in a great networking opportunity and the topic to be discussed.

Date:
February 12, 2004
11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Location:
University of Minnesota Campus - East Bank
McNamara Alumni Center
Ski-U-Mah Room
Directions: http://www.alumnicenter.umn.edu/Dir&Parking.htm

Speakers:
Representing the company perspective:
Jagjit Gill, M.D.
Director, New Market Development and Emerging Technologies
Boston Scientific

Representing the university perspective:
Jeff Carpenter, Ph.D.
Licensing Associate, Patents and Technology Marketing
University of Minnesota

Moderator:
Susan McFadden Patow
Senior Licensing Associate, Patents and Technology Marketing, University of Minnesota

Cost/Payments:
The cost for the meeting will be $35.00 per person and will include lunch and the program. To preregister by credit card, click here. Payments will be collected at the door.

RSVP:
Please RSVP no later than February 6th so we can plan for enough food for lunch. Please RSVP to Rachel Muntean at munte002@umn.edu (preferred) or at (612) 624-3545.

Information/Contact:
If you have any questions regarding this meeting, upcoming meetings, or the local LES chapter, contact David VandenEinde by e-mail at david_vandeneinde@cargill.com.