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California Killing Its Tech Industry?
California has cut state technology funding as other
states are doing everything they can to develop, attract
and retain technology companies, projects, and research
centers. As competition from other states increases, it
is less likely the next technology revolution will happen
in California.
 Larta
Wins Grant To Promote US-Israel Biotech
The US-Israel
Science & Technology Foundation (USISTF) has an agreement
with Larta to promote biotechnology collaboration between
the U.S. and Israel.
 One-Stop
Shopping for Federal Grants
The new Grants.gov website provides a single, centralized
source of information on finding and applying for all federal
grant programs.
 University
Tech Commercialization Revenues Rise
A new survey by the Association of University Technology
Managers (AUTM) reveals why the commercialization of university
research is a central element in the technology-based economic
development strategies of many states, provinces and regions
of North America.
 Coming
in January from Larta Research
Federal Technology Funding Guide 2004
Larta's Federal Technology Funding Guide is recognized
as the nation's leading survey on federal government technology
funding. Learn how to apply for and win government grants.
Includes an in-depth look at SBIR and STTR programs, two
critical sources of R&D funds for small businesses.
Don’t miss your chance to receive federal technology
grant money.
Larta
VOX is taking a week off for the holidays. Our next issue
will be January 5, 2004. We look forward to keeping you
updated on the latest technology
news and events
in 2004. Happy
holidays from everyone at Larta, the think tank for technology
businesses.
Full
list of Larta's publications >
Send comments
and submissions to James Klein, Larta VOX Editor, at voxeditor@old.larta.org
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Larta
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SSTI,
the State Science
and Technology Institute, calls Larta University one of the
"best programs in the country," having "helped hundreds
of entrepreneurs, implemented innovative programs, and assisted
client companies to raise hundreds-of-millions of dollars.
January 15:
Entrepreneurship Series #7: Moving the Product: Sales & Distribution
Strategies
You’ve
got a great product, but how do you get it to paying customers?
A proper sales and distribution strategy is key to taking a new
company’s product beyond its initial test group or early adopters.
Understanding of the basics of how to sell your product or service
is the first step. Companies have managed to prosper immensely from
building the right alliances, where businesses share valuable assets
ranging from a customer base to marketing activities, from suppliers
and procurement to product development. Topics covered in this course
include: how to sell, getting the most out of distribution networks,
and forming valuable strategic alliances.
Location: Los Angeles
February
12: Entrepreneurship
Series #8: Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Business Presentations
Many business presentations contain too much of the wrong information
and not enough of the right information. Entrepreneurs and technologists
have to translate complex, broad technology business concepts and
plans into succinct messages that intrigue and interest venture
capitalists, customers and corporate partners. This workshop will
help you effectively communicate your value proposition to your
audience and understanding what audiences respond to. You will have
an opportunity to practice your elevator pitch with mentors and
peers so that you can leave with an effective, tried and tested
pitch.
Location: Los Angeles
Larta
University's full course schedule >
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Stories in Hot Technology Sectors
Software
RealNetworks
sues Microsoft (CNet News)
In an echo of previous antitrust battles, RealNetworks files a $1
billion lawsuit against Microsoft, accusing the software giant of
illegally using its Windows monopoly to limit consumer choice in
digital media.
more
Software news
Internet
Song
Swappers Win a Big One (Wired)
A federal appeals court ruled that the recording industry can't
force Internet providers to identify subscribers swapping music
online, dramatically setting back the industry's anti-piracy campaign.
more
Internet news
Communications
FCC
Issues Its First 'Do Not Call' Citation (Washington Post)
The Federal Communications Commission cited a company for the first
time for allegedly violating the government's new anti-telemarketing
restrictions, though it did not impose any immediate financial penalties.
more
Communications news
Hardware
Nanotubes
break semiconducting record (CNet News)
Semiconducting carbon nanotubes are significantly better at conducting
electricity at room temperature than any other known material, according
to recent tests at the University of Maryland.
more
Hardware news
Biotech
India
emerges as new drug trial hot spot (Red Herring - registration)
Biotech entrepreneurs see Indian clinical trials – which can
cut costs by 60 percent – as the difference between success
and slow death.
more
Biotech news
Investments
Tech
Sector Recovers, Jobs Don't (Reuters)
The US high-tech sector is bouncing back after several rough years,
the Bush administration said, though jobs in the industry have been
slower to return.
more
Investment news
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Events
Calendar
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This
events calendar is provided as a service by Larta about events vetted
and endorsed by Larta.
January 13,
2004:
Technology Transfer
Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA) presents a forum on technology
transfer with Bill Crookston, Ph.D., USC-Marshall School Of Business
and George Abe, UCLA Office of Research.
January 14,
2004: How
to Keep Your Cool in Any Negotiation
This
Women's Advancement Network event features co-author and keynote
speaker Mimi Donaldson, a renowned expert on negotiation.
January 15, 2004:
Entrepreneurship Series #7: Moving the Product: Sales & Distribution
Strategies
Topics covered in this Larta University course include: how to sell,
getting the most out of distribution networks, and forming valuable
strategic alliances.
January 16,
2004: American
Export Business Intelligence
Organized by Intelligizer, Inc., American Export Business Intelligence
features a top-class line-up of speakers delivering concise and
highly practical presentations, a concurrent mini-exhibition, discussion
sessions, evening yacht cruise, ample networking opportunities,
and confidential business meetings.
January 20,
2004: The
Next BIG THING: Business VC's are Looking to Fund
Orange Coast Venture Group presents a breakfast meeting event to
guide companies toward successful relationships with venture capitalists
and other investors.
January 20,
2004: California
Nanotechnology 2004: Our Future Is Very Small
The Joint Committee for Preparing California for the
21st Century presents an extended policy briefing on California's
hottest technology sector. Includes findings from the forthcoming
special report "Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Opportunities
and Challenges In California," panel discussions, and policy
recommendations from California 's leading nanotechnology thinkers.
January 20,
2004:
Intellectual Property Insurance
Los Angeles Chapter of the Licensing Executives Society host a program
on intellectual property insurance with David A. Gauntlett, Esq.
of Gauntlett & Associates.
January 20,
2004: LAVA
Awards Program
Don't miss Los Angeles Venture Association's first Annual
Awards Program with Chairperson Douglas Burke, Managing Director,
Digital Coast Partners.
January
22, 2004: Ensuring
the Intelligent Sales Conversation: Integrating Marketing Messaging
with Sales Processes
You are invited to attend an Executive Forum with Mike Bosworth,
Co-founder of CustomerCentric Systems, LLC. In today's economic
climate, it's not so much what you sell anymore—but how you
sell it.
Larta's full event calendar
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Since
1993, Larta has been the leader in convening technology companies,
researchers, and investors. We help our clients access the technology
industry through world-class conference and training services, industry
research, and capital-raising.
Companies helped
by Larta have raised over $1.5 billion in capital. Larta's conferences
and seminars provide insights to thousands of businesspeople each
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