2006 Midwest Regional Conference
"Integrity of Science in the 21st Century"

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Photo: Purdue Student Pugwash Executive Board

Purdue University, March 31-April 1, 2006

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Arden Bement, Director of the
National Science Foundation

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The Integrity of Science

AGENDA

Friday, March 31, 2006

8:30am-5:20pm: Purdue University Courses
A variety of Purdue University courses will focus on the integrity of science throughout the day.

6:00pm-7:30pm: Reception
Dinner included for registered conference attendees.

8:00pm-10:00pm: Social Event

Saturday, April 1, 2006

8:00am- 9:00am: Registration and Breakfast
Conference Registration—please pick up your nametag, meal card, and conference booklet. Continental Breakfast available for registered conference attendees.

9:00am-10:15am: Welcome & Opening Remarks

Welcome: Dr. Normand Laurendeau, Purdue University Student Pugwash USA Faculty Advisor

“What is Integrity's Role in Science?”
Dr. Kristin Shrader-Frechette, University of Notre Dame

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10:30am-12:00pm: “The Encounter Between Politics and Technical Fields”

Dr. Andrew Keller, Ohio State University
Dr. Keller teaches in Ohio State's graduate programs in Public Policy and Management and is researching water resource policy and climate change policy.

Scott Wright, Manager of Business Development, Proliance Energy

12:15pm-1:15pm : Lunch
Catered lunch provided for registered conference attendees

1:30pm-3:00pm: Keynote Speech

Introduction: Dr. Martin Jischke, President, Purdue University

"Integrity of Science in the 21st Century"
Dr. Arden Bement, Director, National Science Foundation

Prior to serving as director of the NSF, Dr. Bement served as director of the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) and as the David A. Ross Distinguished Professor of Nuclear Engineering at Purdue University. He holds a Ph.D. in metallurgical engineering and is a member of the National Institute of Engineering. More...

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3:15pm-4:15pm: “Social Responsibility in Science: A Bioscience Perspective”

Pete Kissinger, Bioanalytical Systems
Dr. Kissinger is Chairman and CEO of Bioanalytical Systems, Inc. and Professor of Chemistry at Purdue University.

Dr. David Sanders, Purdue University
An expert in gene therapy, Dr. Sanders serves as a professor of biological sciences at Purdue University.

Dr. Barry Kellman, DePaul University School of Law

Closing Remarks: Dr. Peter Meckl, Purdue Student Pugwash Faculty Advisor

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4:30pm-5:45pm: “The Life Sciences, Biosecurity, and Dual-Use Research”
Workshop led by Dr. Brian Rappert, University of Exeter

Workshop description available on Dr. Rappert's website. (Please note: This workshop is an exciting opportunity open to registered conference attendees only in order to allow for discussion.)

6:00pm-7:00pm: Student Pugwash Organizing Workshop
Learn how to organize Student Pugwash events on your campus, and discuss opportunities with chapter leaders at other colleges and universities.

Note: Housing will be available for conference attendees who wish to stay at Purdue University Friday and/or Saturday nights. Please register for the conference as soon as possible so your space can be reserved.