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2nd Annual BARC-UMD Fall Symposium
Trends in Agriculture

Feeding the Next Two Billion People
A Role for Advanced Genetic Technology

Thursday, October 18, 2012

National Wildlife Visitor Center
10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD 20708-4027


Early registration is encouraged as walk ins will not be guaranteed a lunch


The goal of the Annual Trends in Agriculture Fall Symposium series, sponsored jointly by BARC and UMD, is to provide a forum for discussions of current and future trends in agriculture, and how trends may impact scientific research, agriculture, the environment, and society. The Symposium will host internationally recognized speakers and bring together regional scientists, students, policy makers, and other interested parties for an exciting look at current and emerging issues in agriculture.


Speakers

Dr. Catherine WotekiAn Open Science Agenda for Sustainable Food Security

Dr. Catherine Woteki
Under Secretary for USDA's Research, Education, and Economics (REE)

Abstract      Short Biography


Dr. Harry DawsonDual-use models to assess the effect of nutrition on immunity and inflammation; focus on porcine genomics and transcriptomics.

Dr. Harry Dawson - Home Page

Diet Genomics and Immunology Laboratory
Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center
Beltsville, Maryland

Abstract      Short Biography


Dr. Gary MuehlbauerGenomics approaches to exploiting genetic diversity in barley

Dr. Gary Muehlbauer - Home Page
Department Head
Department of Plant Biology
University of Minnesota

Abstract      Short Biography



Dr. John BuchananImproving Aquaculture Productivity One Gene at a Time

Dr. John Buchanan
CEO for the Center for Aquaculture Technologies

Abstract      Short Biography



Sponsors

TEDCO LogoU of MD LogoSyngenta Logo
USDA Logo

In any formal program or handout pertaining to this event, we would appreciate a note that indicates the event was supported in part by FAR-B. This notation helps FAR-B maintain its tax-exempt status. A copy should be sent to FAR-B; PO Box 1061; Beltsville, MD 20704. If the event consists of a reception or lunch, either an announcement or a poster should indicate participation by FAR-B.


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2nd Annual BARC-UMD Fall Symposium
Trends in Agriculture

Feeding the Next Two Billion People
A Role for Advanced Genetic Technology

Thursday, October 18, 2012

National Wildlife Visitor Center
10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD 20708-4027


Early registration is encouraged as walk ins will not be guaranteed a lunch


The goal of the Annual Trends in Agriculture Fall Symposium series, sponsored jointly by BARC and UMD, is to provide a forum for discussions of current and future trends in agriculture, and how trends may impact scientific research, agriculture, the environment, and society. The Symposium will host internationally recognized speakers and bring together regional scientists, students, policy makers, and other interested parties for an exciting look at current and emerging issues in agriculture.


Speakers

Dr. Catherine WotekiAn Open Science Agenda for Sustainable Food Security

Dr. Catherine Woteki
Under Secretary for USDA's Research, Education, and Economics (REE)

Abstract      Short Biography


Dr. Harry DawsonDual-use models to assess the effect of nutrition on immunity and inflammation; focus on porcine genomics and transcriptomics.

Dr. Harry Dawson - Home Page

Diet Genomics and Immunology Laboratory
Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center
Beltsville, Maryland

Abstract      Short Biography


Dr. Gary MuehlbauerGenomics approaches to exploiting genetic diversity in barley

Dr. Gary Muehlbauer - Home Page
Department Head
Department of Plant Biology
University of Minnesota

Abstract      Short Biography



Dr. John BuchananImproving Aquaculture Productivity One Gene at a Time

Dr. John Buchanan
CEO for the Center for Aquaculture Technologies

Abstract      Short Biography



Sponsors

TEDCO LogoU of MD LogoSyngenta Logo
USDA Logo

In any formal program or handout pertaining to this event, we would appreciate a note that indicates the event was supported in part by FAR-B. This notation helps FAR-B maintain its tax-exempt status. A copy should be sent to FAR-B; PO Box 1061; Beltsville, MD 20704. If the event consists of a reception or lunch, either an announcement or a poster should indicate participation by FAR-B.


PDF files on this page require the free Adobe Acrobat Reader®