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WEBSITEABOUT MEMBER CENTEREVENTS & PROGRAMSTEACHER CENTER
In NWABR meetings one will often hear the phrase "New Day." The New Day refers to a reset or, perhaps, a renewal for NWABR. As we enter our 25th year, the staff and board have worked together to right-size the organization. So much has happened in the last year, and we want to catch you up.
So what has changed?Find out here.
Meanwhile, NWABR's mission to promote the understanding of biomedical research and its ethical conduct has not changed. Our efforts are focused on creating a sense of community around the mission and purpose of the organization by focusing on core and priority programs and services. In addition, we have created new membership categories that will allow us to expand our network throughout the community.
If you are interested in a deeper conversation of the changes please connect with any
NWABR board members or staff. We will be happy to share the "New Day" vision and
answer any questions.
MEMBERS
NWABR Annual Board & Membership Meeting
You are Invited! Please Mark your Calendars
The NWABR Board of Directors and staff invite you to our Annual Membership Meeting. The meeting is open to all members and those who wish to join NWABR. Our agenda is to take a look at this past year,celebrate our renewal process and a look ahead with a meet the new Executive Director, staff, contractors and volunteers for NWABR.
WHAT: NWABR Annual Board & Membership Meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 2014
3:30 PM - Light Refreshments and Registration
4:00 PM - Board Members Only
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - All Members Join the Board
WHERE: Virginia Mason Medical Center, Volney Richmond Auditorium,
LindemanPavilion, 1st Floor
Parking is available in garages nearby the Virginia Mason Medical Center. For parking details click here.
Our annual report and new bylaws will be available at this meeting as well as information about our upcoming IRB conference with OHRP, our Student Bio Expo, our Middle School Essay Contest, Camp BIOmed (9-12 grade camp) and more.
We look forward to seeing you there and respectfully request an RSVP to Troy Chapman, Membership manager at .
In addition to our legacy member institutions (research institutions, industry, and nonprofits),Northwest Association for Biomedical Research has added a public tier of membership, which encourages the public to get involved. Memberships are now available for students ($25), teachers ($35) and school districts (call for pricing). Please call NWABR for membership combinations that deliver value for schools, teachers and students. We even have a couple ($75) membership which could be a parent and child or two people in the same household, etc. Call 206-957-3337 for details.
Members Making News
Introducing Mark Crane
Northwest Association for Biomedical Research actively pursues ways to engage and support the biomedical community. Recently a NWABR member institution stepped up to support the important work that researchers perform. Vice President of SNBL USA, Mark Crane, has attracted the attention of the media through his efforts to stand up for the ethical practice of biomedical research, while bringing transparency to federally mandated policies and regulations.In the midst of consistent protests from animal activists, Mark invited a journalist
from the Everett Herald to tour SNBL's primate facilities.
To learn more about Mark's effortsclick hereto be directed to an article recently published in the Everett Herald. Click hereto see a compilation of letters to the editor and Mark's responses.
PROGRAMS
Haven't Registeredforthe Seattle IACUC Yet?
LATE FEES Start February 5for theFebruary24, 2014 Conference
WHAT:15th Annual IACUC
Education Conference
WHEN: Monday, February 24, 2014
7 AM - 4:30 PM
WHERE:Bell Harbor ConferenceCenter,Seattle Waterfront
Have you registered your team yet?
There is still time!NWABR'sInstitutional
Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Conference is expected to draw over 100regional
and national attendees this year.Last year,
35 teams from diverse institutionsparticipated.
Early morning sessions are devoted to training newIACUC members and providing a review forexperienced members.The program addresses new, timely topics requested by you and your colleagues.This personal venue promotes problem-solving, scenario-based sessions covering common IACUC topics, tailored sessions for new IACUC members, overview of protocol review and program
& facility review. Itprovides an unbeatable networking opportunity with peers and colleagues.
Register today!
2014 Conference highlights include:
Keynote Larry Carbone,DVM, PhD, DACLAM; Sr. Veterinarian, Associate Director of Lab Animal Resource CenterUniversity of California, San FranciscoGives an insightful update on
AVMA Euthanasia Guidelines
Keynote Thea Brabb, DMV, PhD, Dipl. ACLAM, Veterinarian, University of Washington, Seattle
Speaks Beyond Medicine
Helen Diggs,MEd, DVM, DACLAM sharesPractical Techniques for Changing Lab Culture
Gregory Timmel,DVM, MS, DACLAM, Legacy Research Institute joinsCindy Pekow,DVM, DACLAM Chief, Veterinary Medial Unit VA Puget Sound Health Care System and Susana Cunningham, PhD, FAAN Professor UW School of Nursing forIACUC Basics
BrentMorse,DVM (OLAW) andElizabethMeek DVM andCarolyn McKinnieDVM, (NEWRegional delegateUSDA) lead a panel addressing current regulatory questions.
Who should attend?You!
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) members and staffVeterinarians,
animal care staff, and researchers that work with animals.
Why attend?
This conference combines regional convenience with national caliber training and leaders from USDA, OLAW and AAALAC International who will be present all day to answer questions and provide updates from their organizations.
$295 NWABR Individual Member
$245 NWABR Member Group Rate(minimum 10)
$415 ALL OTHERS Individual non-Member (special rates for over 10 people available*)
For more information on *group rates, co-branding or positioning your organization,ads or sponsorship, contact Janine Kennedy, NWABR Conference Lead
or call at 206-409-1202.
Learn more about the 2014 IACUC Conference here.
Thank You to Our 2014 IACUC Sponsors
Words of Gratitude!
Sponsors have allowed us to continue being a voice for ethical practices, educational opportunity and crisis support. We value you. Thank you for your steadfast support of the Seattle IACUC on February 24, 2014.
Click hereto view our web page featuring sponsor
links and information.
IACUC Gold Sponsors to Date:
IACUC Silver Sponsors to Date:
Bioquell, Inc.,Instech Labs, Rees ScientificLaboratory Products, Inc., and
The Jackson Laboratory
**We welcome additional sponsor partners for IACUC and for the upcoming IRB Conference
this summer! Email Janine .
2014 Community Conversation Series
Join us for the firstConversation of our series...
What Can Your Genes Tell You?
Connect. Discuss. Advance.
WHEN: Tuesday,March 18, 2014 5:45 PM - 7:30 PM. Save the Date!
WHERE:Kakao Chocolate+Coffee on 415 Westlake Ave. North, Seattle, WA 98109
Join us for an intimate conversation as we discuss the implications of the Food & Drug Administration's recent ruling on how geneticdata is reported and interpreted.
This conversation discussescompanies
like 23andMe and the level ofinterpretation allowed in reports aboutpersonal genetic
data. This Conversation is facilitated by
Lorelei Walker, Ph.D candidate in public health genetics at the University of Washington.
Each conversation explores a topic in biomedical science and its role in society,
connecting people to the biomedical research community. Everyone is welcome.
No science background necessary.
Members and students $5
General admission $10
Includes discussion, appetizers, espresso, and first glass of wine/beer if 21+.
Interested in sponsoring this series? Have questions? Want to pre-register?
Contact Jen Wroblewski at . To learn more click here.
NWABR 2014 Student Bio Expo
WHEN:Thursday, May 22, 2014
Expo open tothepublic
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
WHERE: Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA
What can creative high school students do
with STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)? How aboutincorporate the
Arts to make STEAM!STEAM plusthe combination
of mentors and judges creates the opportunity to
compete in the Student Bio Expo.Through this format
the creative possibilities are limitless. We ask that you join us for the 14thAnnual Student Bio Expo.
NWABR has confirmednineteen schoolsand up to
three hundred students whoplan to submitprojects
for the 2014 Bio Expo. Students willsubmit projects relating to biomedicine, biotechnology, and bioethicsdisciplines. The Expoplatform allows students to submit projectsin various categoriesincluding art, biomedical careers, creative writing, drama & dance, journalism, molecular modeling, multimedia, music, lab research, teaching, web development, people's choice, SMART teams and global health. Don't miss out, this event is once again creating a buzz across the curricula.
Without the financial support of federal grants, NWABR'sBoard has voted to change the
Bio Expo to a fee for service model that will allow NWABR to sustain the program for years
to come.NWABR asks that students pay a modest entry fee of $30, which will cover an estimated ten-percent of the program costs.Ifparents are employed by an NWABR member institution, student entry fees are waived. Otherwise, students can pay for an NWABR student membership for $25, which waives the requirement of an additional Expo fee. If students
are unable to pay the Bio Expo entry fee or membership fee, NWABR offers individual
and group financial assistance. Please visit NWABR's website to learn more about the
financial assistance offerings.
If you are an adult professional in a scientific-related field, we would love to have you as a mentor or judge. Check out our NWABR Student Bio Expo Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) pagehereto find out how you can get involved.
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, ordonating in supportof the Student Bio Expo, please contact Janis Wignall, Bio Expo and Tech Manager, r call
206-957-3337.
Camp BIOmed Hot this Summer!
Entering Fall, 9th-12th Graders
Kids love test tubes, brain teasers, and things that squish. If this sounds like your child or student, we've got a great
opportunity for your budding science enthusiast this summer atCamp BIOmed. Scientist-students at every level of interest conduct hands-on experiments in real labs and local research facilities, learning scientific methods, protein science
and neurobiology.
Does your young adult likegaming?
At Camp BIOmed they can create one from scratch. Students will tour local Seattle biomedicalfacilities and meet PhDs working
in the field. Each week of the summer camp will conclude with a culminating expo for students to showcase their projects to supportive adult family members, friends and the community.NWABR encourages students signing up for Camp BIOmed to become members. Students whose parents already work for NWABR membership organizations receive automatic student membership privileges for Camp BIOmed. Alternatively purchasing the benefits of an annual student
membership is $25, and reduces the registration rate.
To reserve space today at Camp BIOmed, a minimum $50 deposit per camper per session can be placed here. Financial Assistance is available for student memberships and camp fees, which reduces the cost for students in need. Students may also submit an entry to the Camp BIOmed t-shirt design contestfor a chance to win free entry a week of Camp BIOmed. Prizes are also available for 2nd and 3rd place submissions.
Are you a donor interested in sending a student to Camp BIOmed? Let us know!
For more information ask for Mansi, Camp Lead, or Megan. E-mail us at
or call 206-957-3337.
Biomedical Breakthroughs and My Life
Middle School Essay Contest Teacher Event
Special thanks to Teachers, Scientists, Students and Sponsors!
WHAT:Clinic for New andLegacy Teachers
WHEN: February 8, 2014 -10 AM to 12 PM
WHERE: Uptown Espresso Cafe,
500 Westlake Ave N
(between Westlake and Republican)
Thebenefits of breakthroughsin biomedical science are all around us. By creating an
opportunity for studentstoexplore the biomedical research process and its benefits
benefits, students are provided a profound toolthat teaches them to think critically about their world. The Middle School Student Essay Contest asks studentstomake the connection betweenbiomedicalresearch and their personal lives.
2013 Middle School Essay Contest winners during Awards Day hands-on activities
Our participating teachers incorporate the NWABR essay contest into classroom curriculum. Students choose a biomedical topic that interests them and write anessay sharing their findings, includinga reflective paragraph of the experience.
After submitting essays to professional scientists from the community who serveas volunteer judges, the scientists provide feedback.
Through this process students are provided the opportunity to communicate their learning experience with a new audience outside the classroom.
Students develop their research skills, while honing their written and verbal communication abilities as well. Teachers claim that this activity has not only developed necessary academic skills, but also provided life-changing experiences for students and their families.
NWABR thanks the teachers who partner with our organization to bring this opportunity to their middle school students. We recently completed a 2014 Teacher Survey, and appreciate those who participated. Your ideas, suggestions and positive feedback are inspiring, and will inform our efforts to deliver a high quality program to our community.
You are making a difference in the lives of your students!
If you are a new teacher or have not yet considered entering the contest, we warmly welcome your participation. A group of experienced teachers have volunteered to mentor new teachers! We hope you can take advantage of this support.
Let us know about your intent to participate in the contest by February, 26th, 2014. Your early communication with NWABR permits time for us to recruit the appropriate number of judges from our community. Essay submission deadline is April, 11th, 2014.
Find an updated 2014calendar of events byclicking here!
To be a 2014 volunteer judge, sign up at our volunteer match link hereor email Delia
at .
Want to be a student contest sponsor or donate? Contact Delia Pinto-Santini, Essay Lead at r call 206-957-3337 if you have questions or need additional information.
A special thanks to our generous sponsors, Knossos Foundation and Amgen for making the Middle School Essay Contest possible at no cost for students.
Speakers Bureau is Ready for You!
Be a Resource. Use a Resource.
In its 24th year,NWABR's Speaker's Bureau and our volunteers are waiting to come to you. Available for presentations for your company, organization, student group, church, community center or classroom, no group is too large or small. Speakers are available for locations in Washington, Oregon or the Idaho panhandle.
Are you a research scientist willing to share the latest developments in your field, a patient who can address how your life was saved or improved because of new medical treatments? Are you a laboratory veterinarian willing to explain how research animals are cared for, or a technician offering insight into alternate career opportunities? If so, Speaker's Bureau provides a platform where you can share your story.
If you are interestedin serving on the Speakers Bureau? We are always accepting new volunteers. To request a speaker or sign up to serve on the Bureau, contact Jen Wroblewski, Public Engagement Manager at . To learn more clickhere.
SPONSORS
NWABR Sponsors Needed
We have many exciting opportunities and programs available for Sponsorship!
IACUC Conference - February 24, 2014
Sponsors have allowed us to continue being a voice for ethical practices, educational opportunity and crisis support. We value you. Thank you for your steadfast support of the
Seattle IACUC on February 24, 2014.
Click here to registerand view our web page featuring sponsor links and information.
We welcome additional sponsor partners for IACUC and for the upcoming IRB Conference this summer! Email Janine at .
Student Bio Expo - May 22, 2014
300 creative high school students are taking STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and incorporating the ARTS to make STEAM! STEAM plus the combination of mentors, judges and the opportunity to compete in an Expo, the possibilities are limitless. Join us for the 14th Annual Student Bio Expo on Thursday, May 22nd at Shoreline Community College.
Take a look at last year's event here!We are part of the way, and still looking for Sponsors
who want to make a difference at this year's program. If you are interested, click here.
Any questions please contact Janis Wignall, Bio Expo and Tech Manager at or call 206-957-3337.
Community Conversation Series for 2014- Launches March 18
NWABR is Seeking Sponsors to Support Our Community Outreach Efforts.
Connect. Discuss. Advance.
Each conversation explores a topic in biomedical science and its role in society, connecting people to the biomedical research community. Everyone is welcome. No science background necessary. On March 18th, 2014 NWABR's What Can Your Genes Tell You? Conversation highlights the recent Food and Drug Administration's ruling relating to the way genetic data is reported and interpreted. To learn more, click here.
Interested in sponsoring this series? Have questions? Want to pre-register?
Contact Jen Wroblewski at .
Biomedical Breakthroughs and My Life - Middle School Essay Contest
The results of biomedical science breakthroughs are all around us, and asking young people to make the connection between current research in drug therapies or new technologies and their personal lives is a profound tool for teaching them to think differently about their world. Our contest is a great opportunity for middle school students to share a personal statement about how science affects their lives in a relevant way. Learn more about this programhere.