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Philadelphia, PA (October 09, 2006) – James Burke, the renowned science historian, author, lecturer and television host, will present his ideas on technology and innovation at Thermo Informatics World (TIW) 2006, a user group meeting and informatics conference hosted by Thermo Electron Corporation. Burke will present as keynote speaker during the general session of the three-day conference, being held 7-9 November at the Hotel InterContinental in Prague. Burke’s presentation, “Staying Ahead: Innovating for the Day After Tomorrow,” focuses on the origins of technological innovation, the historical effects it has on society, and why, as a result, he recommends a change in thinking. Burke’s presentation kicks off TIW, which explores how users can take advantage of continually evolving technologies to drive improvement in their labs and business. Described by The Washington Post as “one of the most intriguing minds in the Western world,” Burke is a sought-after speaker by businesses, associations and governments worldwide. He has brought his unique approach to the connections between science, technology, innovation and society into the conferences of such major corporations as Microsoft and IBM. Educated at Oxford, Burke has spent 40 years producing, directing, writing and presenting award-winning television series for the BBC, PBS, Discovery Channel and The Learning Channel. He is also a best-selling author, and his latest book, Twin Tracks: The Unexpected Origins of the Modern World, describes surprising connections that have shaped the world. About Informatics Thermo is the worldwide leader in laboratory software and related services, providing enterprise-wide, multi-laboratory solutions that have become the corporate standard at leading organizations. Our LIMS and CDS are facilitating laboratory data in the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, petrochemical and chemical plants, food and beverage manufacturers, and other major industries. To support our global installations, Thermo provides implementation, validation, training, maintenance and support from the industry’s largest worldwide informatics services network. About Thermo Electron Corporation Thermo Electron Corporation is the world leader in analytical instruments. Our instrument solutions enable our customers to make the world a healthier, cleaner and safer place. Thermo's Life and Laboratory Sciences segment provides analytical instruments, scientific equipment, services and software solutions for life science, drug discovery, clinical, environmental and industrial laboratories. Thermo's Measurement and Control segment is dedicated to providing analytical instruments used in a variety of manufacturing processes and in-the-field applications, including those associated with safety and homeland security. |
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