May Update
Welcome to…
Carolyn Butchers joined us as Science Writer at the end of April, bringing with her an excellent blend of experience and skills. With a degree in molecular biology and work experience as a sales representative for a life science laboratory supplies company (GRI) and most recently as a medical writer, Carolyn makes a great addition to our newly created science communications team.
Leigh Dilley joined Alto as PR Administrator supporting the PR and Science Communications teams. It’s really a "welcome back" because Leigh provided us with temporary admin support a couple of years ago!
Media – What’s New?
Lab Manager Magazine. Recently LabX.com acquired the print and digital publication Lab Manager Magazine. With the acquisition of Lab Manager Magazine, LabX has planned to re-launch and distribute three issues to 30,000 BPA audited recipients in 2008, beginning with the July issue.
Drug Discovery News is looking for drug discovery & development ‘white papers’ to post on the technical section of the website.
European Pharmaceutical Review has launched a new website www.europeanpharmaceuticalreview.com
Biotechinforma.com is a new free service the Biotech industry and its suppliers, where scientists can ‘browse a global directory of companies online and prospect among Biotech companies and services.’ Biotechinforma.com intends also to provide news on what is happening in the Biotech Industry.
In Vitro Diagnostic Companies Analysis is a new report that provides an evaluation of the products, alliances and performance of over 30 leading global players. Evaluation of the products, alliances and performance of over 30 leading global players. For more information please click here>>
eFood have launched their first online digital version of eFood magazine, for more information visit www.scientistlive.com or click to read the first issue.
Labmate – Online is launching the journal International Labmate in a digital page turning system, this will allow the journal to be seen online and interest in products registered at the click of a mouse. Request your copy from rob@intlabmate.com.
Hospital Direct has ceased publication as of April 2008.
Events
MICROSCIENCE 2008 – Alto ‘man’ the Press Room
It is now under a month to go until this major international conference and exhibition organised by the Royal Microscopical Society on all aspects of microscopy, imaging and analysis for both life and physical sciences (www.microscience2008.org.uk). To be held at ExCeL, London, UK, 23-26 June, the exhibition and various additions are free to all to ensure that the RMS meets its remit to advance the learning of microscopy. These include the RMS Learning Zone and a very busy agenda of technology workshops. The scientific programme for the 3-day parallel conference is also excellent with many world leading authorities presenting, including a Nobel Prize winner! Alto Marketing have been handling the PR for this event and will also be looking after the press room on behalf of the RMS, already a number of key journalists are planning a visit to this event.
EuroSciCon
EuroSciCon (European Scientific Conferences) was founded in 2003 to provide an environment for scientists and new technology developers to interact, exchange information and improve networks, at specifically organized and highly focused meetings. For a full list of events please visit www.euroscicon.com.
Resourcing and Responsibility of POCT in the Community Point of Care Testing across the whole clinical pathway. Thursday 4th September 2008, Jolly Hotel St Ermin’s, London.
Workforce Planning for Pathology Meet your changing service requirements with the right staff mix. Wednesday 3rd September 2008, Jolly Hotel St Ermin’s, London.
Alto may be attending:
If you are interested in any media networking at these events please contact Chris or David
Future Advances in Regenerative Medicine, 13 June, BioPark Hertfordshire, Welwyn Garden City, UK, www.regonline.co.uk/adultstem08
Bio 2008 International Convention, 17-20 June, San Diego Convention Center, CA, USA, www.bio2008.org
MICROSCIENCE 2008 International Conference and Exhibition, 23-26 June, Excel, London, UK, www.microscience2008.org.uk
Advertising opportunities
Nature+ is an advertising opportunity designed to maximize the value of your marketing campaigns by combining two audiences. Once a month, the Nature+ program allows advertisers to synchronize advertisements in Nature with Nature Methods. This offering is also available with Nature’s Research and Reviews titles through the Research+ advertising program. Coordinate an advertisement in a Research and corresponding Review title to receive a 20% discount on the combined rate. For more information please contact advmarketing@natureny.com +1-212-726-9267
BioTechniques: Protocol Guide 2009–Exclusive Sponsorship New for 2009! Advertise in the academic protocol section. Contact your sales manager, Roger Goncalves, to reserve your exclusive category today! Categories are for reference and are not limited to this list. If you have a category in mind that is not listed, please discuss with your sales manager.
Recruitment
George James Limited www.georgejamesltd.co.uk. Experienced Recruitment Consultants and Trainers who have also enjoyed success at a senior level in the Science and Technology markets, using this knowledge and extensive networks to help you with Recruitment & HR Services; Sales Training and Personal Coaching. Newly launched is their FREE KNOWLEDGE BASE which offers a collection of tip sheets and training aids that have been collated over the course of their business. Please download, use and share and if you want to be notified when a new knowledge base article is posted please register by sending an email via the link below.
From time to time we hear of industry people looking for a change in employment. If you have a marketing/sales/business development vacancy, we may be able to put you in contact with a suitable candidate. Contact David or Chris with details
Yours,
The Alto Team