The Wisconsin Biotechnology and Medical Device Association (WBMA) and the State of Wisconsin Department of Commerce are hosting five large life science companies in Waukesha on Oct 22, 2008 during the WBMA’s annual conference, “Building Strategic Partnerships and Alliances.”  Hear from Eli Lilly, GE Life Sciences, J&J, Medtronic and Roche throughout the day as they discuss their areas of interest, potential collaborative funding opportunities, and how to make connections with them.  Academic faculty and researchers can attend for a reduced registration fee of $150.  For more info or to register:  www.wisbiomed.org or call 608-236-4693.