The WCNC would like to thank Carr & Ferrell LLP ,
our hosts for this event!
Did you know that a potential treatment for cancers and AIDS lies in the complex workings of RNA (Ribonucleic acid), a tiny component of human cells?
The discovery of RNA interference (RNAi) in the year 1997 has been followed by stunning breakthroughs for basic science and medical science. Aside from being a blueprint for protein in a cell, RNA is now known to control genes in complex ways, in effect silencing the expression or shutting down genes. A better understanding of this mechanism has a potential to unlock the mystery surrounding the most challenging diseases facing mankind today.
Andrew Fire, professor of genetics at Stanford Medical School, and winner of the 2006 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine for his groundbreaking discovery of RNAi will explain the science behind and applications of this fascinating research. In addition to highlighting the RNAi efforts currently underway at large life sciences companies, he will share his insights on new, unexplored topics at the cutting edge of research and development.
Don't miss a one-of-a-kind Wharton Club speaker event! Seating is limited, so register early.
Register online
Date: 6:00pm Thursday, July 12th, 2007
6:00 - 6:45pm, Networking/Appetizers. 6:45 to 7:45pm, Presentation and discussion
Location: Carr & Ferrell, 2200 Geng Rd., Palo Alto 94303.
Registration: $20 per person for WCNC Members and members of affiliate clubs, and their accompanied guests. $40 per person for non-member alumni and other guests. $10 additional for tickets purchased after 6pm 7/10. The WCNC's
standard cancellation policy applies for this event.
About Andrew Fire
A native of Santa Clara County, California, Dr. Fire recieved training at UC Berkeley (Mathematics BA: 1975-1978), MIT (Biology Ph.D.: 1978-1983), and the Medical Research Council Laboratory in Cambridge UK (Postdoctoral: 1983-1986). From 1986 to 2003, Dr. Fire was on the staff of the Carnegie Institution of Washington's Department of Embryology in Baltimore Maryland. During his time in Baltimore, Dr. Fire assumed the position of Adjunct Professor of Biology at Johns Hopkins University. In 2003, Dr. Fire joined the faculty of the Departments of Pathology and Genetics at Stanford University School of Medicine.
