Applied Biosystems

For over twenty-five years, Applied Biosystems has led the development and commercialization of DNA detection and analysis technologies, providing innovative systems that allow scientists to establish identity and solve crimes. Today, we offer the most robust, reliable, and trusted forensic solutions—from integrated systems for Human Identification testing to best-of-class LC/MS/MS instrumentation for forensic toxicology.

As a proud platinum sponsor of the IAFS 2008 Meeting, Applied Biosystems invites you to join us in New Orleans for the following special activities:

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FREE Workshop #1: Human Identification User Forum

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Wednesday, July 23, 2008 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Followed by a cocktail reception/jazz cruise aboard the Steamboat Natchez, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.	New Orleans Marriott Hotel 560 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 3rd Floor, Mardi Gras Salon D

This session will include updates on the latest forensic DNA analysis technology from Applied Biosystems, as well as in-depth presentations from forensic scientists demonstrating the value of these solutions in real-world forensic laboratories. View Agenda >

FREE Workshop #2: Advances in the Use of a Turnkey LC/MS/MS Solution for Forensic Toxicology Analysis

WHEN:	WHERE:
Wednesday, July 23, 2008 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Followed by a cocktail reception/jazz cruise aboard the Steamboat Natchez, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.	New Orleans Marriott Hotel 560 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 3rd Floor, Mardi Gras Salons F & G

This session will provide an introduction to the technique of LC/MS/MS and proceed to provide real-life examples in the use of this technology for forensic casework. Speakers include Dr. Tania Sasaki, Clinical Research and Forensics Technical Marketing Specialist, Applied Biosystems; Paul Rafelo, Oregon State Police Department, and Dr. Sebastian Dresen, Research Scientist, University of Freiburg (Germany), Department of Legal Medicine. View Agenda >

Following the workshop presentations, attendees are invited to board the Steamboat Natchez, the only authentic steamboat in New Orleans, for a customer appreciation cocktail reception and jazz cruise from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. along the Mississippi river! The Steamboat Natchez has a climate-controlled indoor reception area with plenty of windows to enjoy the scenery as the river and French Quarter glide by to the sounds of the Dukes of Dixieland. The cruise will depart from the Toulouse St. Wharf behind Jax Brewery, which is a short distance from the New Orleans Marriott hotel. Tickets and walking directions will be provided at the workshops. Motorcoach buses will also be available to shuttle attendees to/from the hotel lobby and the Steamboat Natchez. The Steamboat will begin boarding at 5:30 p.m. and depart promptly at 6 p.m.

Attendance is free, but space is limited.

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