• WiSys Informational Seminar. The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs will host an informational workshop on the WiSys Technology Foundation.Since its inception in 2000, WiSys, an affiliate of the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF),has been working with the eleven UW System comprehensive campuses to facilitate cutting-edge research programs, protect and generate patentable discoveries, and foster the career development and scholarship required for today’s knowledge-based economy. WiSys is forging campus-industry collaborations to develop next-generation technologies and products. The critical combination of developing interdisciplinary collaborations, providing needed resources and manpower, and accelerating technology transfer drives innovation and positions UW campuses and Wisconsin as leaders for generations to come.
• WiSys Technology Foundation
• WiSys Informational Seminar Registration Link
• WiSys Informational Seminar Flyer

• UW System Game Development and Distance Learning Community Workshop.  Faculty from UW campuses and members of Wisconsin industry will come together to share current projects, discuss common issues and explore potential collaborations in the fun and exciting world of multimedia arts and game development. Hosted by WiSys Technology Foundation and UW-Whitewater.
• WiSys Technology Foundation
• Registration Form
• Agenda

• 2nd Annual Wisconsin Science & Technology Symposium Poster Session. A poster session highlighting research occurring throughout Wisconsin will also be held. Poster space is limited. Posters selections will be based on how well the posters fit into the theme of the event (which is science and technology development). Interested applicants should submit a ½ page abstract including names of researchers, title of poster, and institution where research was conducted to Mike Cenci at mcenci@wisys.org.

• 2nd Annual Wisconsin Science & Technology Symposium.  The symposium will bring together the most innovative researchers in Wisconsin, along with key technology entrepreneurs and investors. The purpose of the symposium is to foster collaborative research among scientists and support technology entrepreneurship throughout the state.
• Registration Form

• Grant Writing 101 [Web Conference] Session 1:  The first of two Web conferences, Session 1 focuses on the grant seeking process, developing a project, researching the funder, knowing your audience, the types of proposals, and components of a good, persuasive proposal.  Lunch will be provided.  RSVP to Denise Ehlen (ehlend@uww.edu, x5212).  Faculty/staff are invited to attend one or both sessions. 
• Grant Writing 101 Online Registration
• More information about Academic Impressions, the Web Conference host (including the complete agenda and speaker biographies)
• Grant Writing 101 - Session 1 Presentation Materials
• Grant Writing 101 - Session 1 Discussion Materials

• Grant Writing 101 [Web Conference] Session 2: The second of two Web conferences, Session 2 focuses on awards management, what to do if your request for funding is denied, and practitioner tips (including, but not limited to, understanding the grantmaker's perspective, three simple reasons for funding, top ten mistakes, and helpful books and resources).  Lunch will be provided.  RSVP to Denise Ehlen (ehlend@uww.edu, x5212).  Faculty/staff are invited to attend one or both sessions. 
• Grant Writing 101 Online Registration
• More information about Academic Impressions, the Web Conference host (including the complete agenda and speaker biographies)
• Grant Writing 101 - Session 2 Presentation Materials
• Grant Writing 101 - Session 2 Discussion Materials

• PRIM&R [Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research] at Your Doorstep.  Videoconference includes IRB 101 [8:00 am to 12:00 pm]: History and current status of regulations pertaining to research with human subjects and IRB 250 [12:30 pm to 5:00 pm]: Advanced topics with case studies and Q&A.  All faculty/staff conducting research with human subjects or serving on the Institutional Review Board for the Protection of Human Subjects are invited to attend.  RSVP to Denise Ehlen, Director of Research and Sponsored Programs (ehlend@uww.edu, x5212). 

4 February 2009 UPDATE:  The videoconferences have been moved to room 1230A of Andersen Library to accommodate a larger audience.

• January 2009 LEARN Center Workshop.  This workshop will explain and explore the array of services and funding opportunities available to faculty and staff through the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. ORSP works with faculty and staff to provide assistance with research and scholarly activity. Goals of this workshop include: understand Office of Research and Sponsored Programs services, comprehend the diversity of the grant funding community, research and identify potential funding sources, create the right fit with the funding agency, and link grant seeking to research, teaching, and service.
• PowerPoint Slides
• ORSP Overview
• Intramural Grant Highlights
• SMARTS Flyer