We are less than a week away from BioPartnering Latin America 2012.

Besides the Keynotes, Leadership Sessions, the face-to-face meetings and company presentations, the BPL 2012 Program brings lots of novelties: Program Highlights: Life Sciences Invest Forum: Investors and delegates will have access to high-potential life sciences emerging companies. The session has the support of the Brazilian Venture Capital Association (ABVCAP) and its an excellent opportunity to secure greater access to potential companies and innovative projects. INPI Industrial Property National Institute: The Brazilian Industrial Property Institute will have a service station to clarify and give information about the national intellectual property environment. Panel Technologies to Optimize Animal Performance: Given the importance of the agribusiness in Brazil and the sectors increasing demand for maximizing animal performance, SEBRAE-MG and the Polo of Excellence in Bovine Genetics decided to put together this panel to present the new technological processes and products being developed by important companies of animal nutrition, health and genetic enhancement. TTOs & NITs Forum: Understand the role of the world class universities and research centers in Brazil in developing new technologies to address some of todays most pressing societal and environmental needs in the region and globally. Offsite networking reception: The producers of BPL 2012 have prepared a great opportunity to relax and expand your networking while enjoying a delightful view of the Copacabana beach.

For further information, contact: DID: +55 31 3303 0012 Email: bpl@biominas.org.br