17th April 2008
9.45am - 3.45pm
Marriott Courtyard Hotel
Galway
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Announcing the Fourth annual meeting of
lightFORUM The Atlantic Laser and Optics Forum.
LightHouse is an initiative of the NCLA and Applied Optics Groups of NUI Galway.
With a total staff complement of 50, it brings together the largest group of laser & optics scientists and engineers in the country in pursuit of new discovery and support for Irish industry.
LightForum, the Industry Outreach activity of LightHouse, provides a framework for professionals in industry and academia to explore and develop relationships and activities of mutual interest. The Forum hosts seminars, workshops, training courses, as well as a popular annual meeting. Last years even attracted over 60 professionals to Galway for a very stimulating and informative event.
This years meeting takes place on April 17th. This years theme is “Photonics in New Products and Manufacture” and will feature case-study presentations from industry representatives as well as speakers from state agencies on support for upskilling in industry.
The keynote speaker this year will be Eugene Arthurs, Executive Director of SPIE who will speak on the potential of photonics to transform industry. Refreshments and lunch will be served, and attendance is free. For more information please contact Mr. Tony Flaherty- tony.flaherty@nuigalway.ie Or to reserve a place Click Here
agenda
| 9.45 |
Registration & Coffee |
| 10.15 |
Welcome & Introduction |
| 10:30 |
Competitive Advantage Through Photonics
Dr. Eugene Arthurs, Executive Director of SPIE |
| 11.30 |
The Role of Lasers & Optics in the Medical Device Industry.
Mr. Frank White - Stryker Instruments |
| 12.00 |
Launch of BestNet Training Network by Network Manager Caoimhe Cullinane.
The launch will feature contributions from representatives of the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, and the Training Providers.
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| 13.00 |
Lunch |
| 14.00 |
Industry-linked Postgraduate Education
The IRCSET Enterprise Partnership Scheme-
Mr. Derek O’Brien, IRCSET
Case studies-
Hewlett-Packard - Mr.Graeme Scott & Mr. Barry Hogan
Alcon Labs - Mr. Barry Walsh. |
| 15.00 |
Lightfactory 2020 - A vision for all-optical production in knowledge economies.
Dr. Gerard O’Connor, NCLA |
| 15.45 |
Coffee & Close |
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Location
The Marriott Courtyard Hotel is located at the entrance to the Liosban
Industrial Estate, at the junction of the Headford (N84) and Dublin (N6) roads.
There is a special parking rate available to delegates. Please validate your ticket at hotel reception on the day.
Register
register now by clicking here or with the Administrator at +353 91 493 595
There is no charge for attendance
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