Fifth Annual Homeland Security Conference — Alexandria, Virginia: July 8-9, 2008.
Delegates attending the DGC NYC, Inc. National Homeland Security event will receive thought-provoking information that provides insight into their professional responsibilities. The program allows delegates to learn from and interact with strategic and brilliant minds in the homeland security field, as well as giving attendees an opportunity to network with top companies in the industry. http://www.dgcnyc.com/defense.html
Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosives (CBRN-E): Prepare to Respond— Prague: July 15-16, 2008.
This two-day international seminar includes specialist workshops designed to help prepare and advise agencies, organizations, and individuals who might be called on to respond or assist in a CBRN-E threat.
enquiries@bpp.com
http://www.bppprofessionaldevelopment.com
New Madrid Seismic Zone Conference: Preparing for a Significant Earthquake— Rolla, Missouri: August 12-14, 2008.
The goal of this conference is to provide a regional forum for the presentation and exchange of ideas, as well as potential solutions for preparing for a significant earthquake in the central United States. The conference opens communication between academia, government, non-government agencies, and the private sector to address existing and forecasted needs of the response and recovery community.
kkarstensen@usgs.gov
http://conference.mst.edu/newmadridconf/index.html
Fifth European Workshop on the Seismic Behavior of Irregular and Complex Structures— Catania, Italy: September 16-17, 2008.
This workshop provides an opportunity for exchanges among seismic engineers, a forum for discussions, and a convivial atmosphere in which to make new contacts and renew old friendships.
5ewics@dica.unict.it
http://www.5ewics.dica.unict.it/
Deep Foundations Institute Annual Conference— New York City, New York: October 14-17, 2008.
Industry leaders from around the globe will provide a broad perspective on deep foundation practice in the urban environment and the challenges associated with it. Case histories on projects including innovative uses of the deep foundations construction systems covered by DFI technical committees will be presented.
staff@dfi.org
http://www.deepfoundations08.org
U.S. EPA Region III Emergency Preparedness and Prevention and Hazmat Spills Conference— Richmond, Virginia: October 26-29, 2008.
This four-day all-hazards conference for government and industry officials includes educational workshops, training sessions, and networking opportunities. The exhibit gives attendees a chance to meet and mingle with key decision makers in the emergency preparedness and prevention fields.
administrator@2008conference.org
http://www.2008conference.org
Altered Standards of Care and Surge Capacity Conference: Mass Casualty Management in Times of Crisis— Washington D.C.: Oct. 27-28, 2008.
This conference will bring together influential medical and public health leaders to teach preparedness planners at the federal, state, regional, and community levels how to plan for and support surge capacity in healthcare systems. Planners also will learn how to develop altered standards of care to meet mass casualty needs during all-hazard and hazard-specific emergencies. The conference will highlight best practices for preparedness in disasters, terrorism attacks, and pandemic diseases.
customerservice@governmenthorizons.org
http://www.governmenthorizons.org/SurgeCapacityConference/
35th Annual Conference on Ecosystems Restoration and Creation: Assessment of Wetland Mitigation and Mitigation Banks— Plant City, Florida: November 6-8, 2008.
This conference provides a broad forum to exchange the latest research and experiences in restoration, creation, and management of ecosystems. The theme of this year’s conference is “Assessment of Wetland Mitigation and Mitigation Banks.” In addition to the presentation of research results, the conference will feature national and international guest speakers, panel discussions, and a tour of mitigation case studies.
svyapari@hccfl.edu
http://www.hccfl.edu/ifs/conference/
The Emergency Services Show 2008— Stoneleigh Park, Coventry, England: November 19-20, 2008.
An effective response to civil emergencies ranging from terrorist attacks to floods, fires and road traffic accidents relies on a close working relationship between industry services and organizations. Now in its third year, the Emergency Services Show is the definitive event for promoting multi-agency collaboration in UK emergency services. The 2008 event combines an extensive industry exhibition with a comprehensive conference.
alison@mconieagency.com
http://www.theemergencyservicesshow2008.com/index.lasso