Fifty years after the rights of Henrietta Lacks were ignored, federal law and ethical guidelines now govern the use of human subjects in biomedical research. How well do such safeguards work in an era of dwindling privacy and widening socioeconomic gaps? More information and online registration is here.

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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks asks readers to consider if a woman who has been dead for 60 years remains in some sense “alive” because descendants of her cells continue to exist and propagate. This claim captures the complex ethical and legal issues at the heart of the book: What does it mean to be “alive?” In this installment of a continuing series, a panel of eminent religious scholars will explore the philosophical and theological roots of ethical and legal issues in the Lacks story, and in the process, they will look closely at views from major world religions of the East and West about what constitutes human life, human being, death and immortality. More information an online registration is here.

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Plug and Play Spring EXPO 2012 features 30 promising startups gaining exposure to over 75+ top-tier VCs, investors and corporate players. Join us for an exclusive peek at emerging technologies, rapid-fire pitches, live demos and networking at Plug and Play EXPO!

• Who will be there?
  Top Startups, VCs, Angels, Corporate Representatives, CEO’s, Entrepreneurs, University Representatives, Government Officials, and local/international press
• What you will experience?
  A full afternoon of rapid-fire pitches from the hottest startups, live demos, and networking with top Silicon Valley influencers.
• Why you should be there?
  Learn about the latest technology developments and products from local and international companies. Make new contacts and friends in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Information and registration here.

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This afternoon symposium will focus on recent progress in understanding the pathophysiology of aging and cognitive dysfunctions, as well as regulatory and industry perspectives on clinical drug development for older patients. Speakers include Darrell R. Abernethy of the US Food and Drug Administration. Angela Birnbaum of the University of Minnesota, and Jenny Y. Chien of Eli Lilly. A networking reception will follow. Register here.

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How can artists sell their wares in an increasingly competitive online marketplace. This evening seminar, led by Etsy.com education lead Danielle Maveal, will provide tips on photography, pricing, free ways to market yourself, finding an online support system, and building a strong fan base. Register here.

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This day-long conference will provide insight into the strategy and technique for developing popular digital products. Speakers include Kevin Kearney of Hard Candy Shell, Ty Ahmad-Taylor of FanFeedr, and Andrew DeVigal of The New York Times. Register here.

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Have a great business idea but no clue how to get it going? This workshop, taught by Colipera’s Bassam Tarazi, will focus on goal setting for your company. You’ll learn how to control productivity-killers like the fear of success, perfectionism, busy work, and over thinking. And you’ll learn new mindsets and habits to get your company moving in the right direction. Register here.

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New health delivery structures and payment methodologies have been introduced as a result of the federal Affordable Care Act of 2010. Healthcare payers and providers are now looking for partners in their efforts to reduce costs. This half-day seminar offers an in-depth look at recent changes and an interactive workshop on how vendors of drugs, devices, and diagnostic tests can build meaningful relationships in this new environment. More information and online registration is here.

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This Startup Weekend-inspired event brings together socially minded entrepreneurs and others in a crash-innovation format aimed at developing the kernel of a possible product or service. Runs from Friday evening to Sunday night, with judging at the conclusion, food, and guest speakers. Find out more or purchase tickets at the SocEnt Weekend website.

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Biocom has helped to arrange a keynote presentation by David Cassak, a managing director who overseas content concerning medical devices at Elsevier Business Intelligence. Please note this event will be held in Irvine. Online registration is here.

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California State University Northridge is bringing the 27th Annual International Technology & Persons with Disabilities Conference to San Diego. This is the world’s largest technology event dedicated to people with disabilities. CSUN plans to hold two days of pre-conference events and 350 general sessions led by internationally-recognized experts, all focused on promoting accessibility through technology innovation and policy change. There will be over 130 exhibitors demonstrating the latest in assistive technology from software and social media apps to robotics. More information and online registration is here.

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The San Diego chapter of the Tech Coast Angels has organized this all-day seminar to provide an overview of the angel investing process, including finding, evaluating, and structuring deals. It will also go into depth on how to develop angel-entrepreneur relationships that lead to success. This highly interactive program has been revised and updated for 2012, providing attendees with practical information on best practices in angel investing through a balance of expert presentations, panel discussions and small group case studies. Online registration is here.

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HBA is hosting a two-part program covering the clinical trial process with a panel of experts. Take the journey of a therapeutic candidate in the drug development stage to gain a better understanding of what it takes to reach drug approval.  Register here.

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The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association is hosting a discussion focused on how to best colloborate, partner, or merge in the biopharmaceutical industry. Speakers in the alliance management and business development fields will share their experiences and provide advice for strategic biopharmaceutical partnerships. Register here.

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The Startup Scramble University Open is an event catered toward entrepreneurially-minded students interested in taking a startup “crash-course.” Listen to founder stories and learn skills in the business, legal, and tech sides of the startup world. Register here.

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Join Startup Weekend at Microsoft’s NERD for a 54-hour event to learn more about building a company in the creative industries. Attendees will include creatives, developers, graphic designers, and business people, coming together at the intersection of entrepreneurship and design.  Register here.

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Consider this the welcome party for Intrepid Labs, the new startup co-working space that has set up shop in the old Dogpatch Labs digs in Cambridge, MA. The networking event will also feature speakers from One Laptop Per Child, Tip Tap, Brass Monkey, and Coachup. Sign up for the free event here (before tickets run out).

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Biocom offers this one-day course to provide a concise overview of the key concepts of modern biology and an introduction to the technology and terminology used in the biotech and medical device industries. Classes are specifically geared toward the non-science professional who needs to better understand industry terminology, science, techniques and issues. More information and registration is here.

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Biocom offers this one-day course to provide a concise overview of the key concepts of modern biology and an introduction to the technology and terminology used in the biotech and medical device industries. Classes are specifically geared toward the non-science professional who needs to better understand industry terminology, science, techniques and issues. More information and registration is here.

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CommNexus is hosting Elektrobit research manager Jukka-Pekka Nuutinen to discuss how wireless designers and developers can approach wireless network performance limits by intelligently using radio propagation. While the biggest gains in terms of system performance can be achieved at the network level, this presentation includes methodologies for lab testing that simulates real world performance.

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