Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP) Offers up to 40 Hours of FREE Engineering Support for Qualified Requestors

Ever wish you had a Rocket Scientist to help with your business? If your business is facing a technical challenge, the Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP) wants to help. SATOP offers up to 40 hours of FREE engineering assistance for qualified requests, utilizing the vast expertise of NASA and our Alliance Partners. Who can apply? SATOP is available to any US-based small business or manufacturer (under 500 employees). Apply on-line at www.spacetechsolutions.com by submitting a Request for Technical Assistance (RTA).

How does it work? Businesses submit a qualified RTA on-line. The SATOP Staff works to find an Alliance Partner (AP) engineer with the appropriate expertise to provide a solution. Once an AP is found, your company can receive up to 40 hours of free assistance by phone, fax or email. Most RTA's will be resolved within 90 days.

What kind of requests can SATOP accept? Requests should be clearly defined and focused on a specific project within one of the following engineering disciplines: Mechanical Electrical Electronics Manufacturing Chemical Materials Environmental Industrial Structural

(SATOP cannot provide software, internet, or information technology solutions.) The project must appear solvable within 40 hours. Please be prepared to provide drawings, prototypes, or samples as needed, and be available to communicate with the Alliance Partner. SATOP SUCCESS STORIES What do laser fishing lures, kettle popcorn andnose filters all have in common? The same thing that a clothes dryer and a marine safety ladder does ... The success story samples are just a few of the many successes that SATOP has collected over the years. SATOP can assist all types of businesses - not just those in the high tech arena. SATOP is a completely FREE service that is funded by NASA and there are no charges whatsoever associated with accessing the program. SATOP utilizes the technical resources of the US Space Program participants and contractors, NASA centers, universities and colleges.

Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program Technological Research and Development Authority 1050 West NASA Boulevard, Ste 125 Melbourne, FL 32901 www.trda.org www.spacetechsolutions.com 321-872-1050 x103 Fax: 321-872-1051

Health Care Reform (HR 3590): How it Does and Will Effect You

Title: Health Care Reform (HR 3590): How it Does and Will Effect You

Presenters: Carl Patten, director, health care policy at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida in Jacksonville, Florida.

Date: Wednesday, October 20th, 2010

Time: 11:30-1:00

Location: University Tower Building located at 12201 Research Parkway,

2nd Floor large conference room #211, Orlando, FL., 32826

Fee: $20 Lunch included (Free to only UCF Incubator clients and Florida Photonics Cluster members)

RSVP to Renee Ayala at 407-882-0202 or via email rayala@mail.ucf.edu

Health Care Reform (HR 3590): How It Does and Will Effect You

Many say small businesses will be big winners under health care reform but some entrepreneurs and the organizations that represent them say the only thing big about the new law will be the problems and taxes that come with it. The one thing we are certain of is there is considerable confusion about it all. So what are the facts?

Although some of the changes are already taking place, most of them are yet to come. Join us to benefit from Mr. Patten's expert insights as he provides:

· An overview of the legislation,

· An explanation of the implementation process and the complexities involved, and

· A description of potential impacts to employers.

It is important to understand how this historic legislation to address some of the core problems in healthcare (cost, access and quality) will impact you and your business.

Carl W. Patten, Jr., JD, MPH

Carl Patten is director, health care policy at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida in Jacksonville, Florida. Carl oversees the process of aligning BCBSF's public policy positions with its mission and strategy. He is also responsible for informing internal and external key stakeholders about a range of public policy issues. Carl is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College, the University of Chicago Law School and the Harvard School of Public Health. Carl also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of North Florida where he teaches courses in health policy and health care law and ethics. Carl also serves on the Board of Directors of the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida.

Seminar: 10.28.10 / CREOL 102 / 11-12pm / “Optical Ceramics”, Dr. Gaume

Seminar: “Optical Ceramics”, Dr. Gaume
CREOL 102
Thursday, October 28, 2010 / 11:00am-12:00pm

Romain Gaume
Dept of Applied Physics, Stanford University

Abstract:
Optical ceramics have solved recognized and important issues related to
the fabrication of bulk single-crystals. In the last decade, these
materials have been produced in large sizes with optical and mechanical
performance exceeding that of single-crystals. In particular, combined
with the ability to control doping profiles, transparent ceramics offer
new potentials to design efficient and high-power lasers. In this talk,
we will discuss specific aspects of the fabrication of transparent
ceramics for solid-state laser and nuclear detector applications.

Biography:
Romain Gaume received a MS degree in Chemistry in 1999 and a PhD in
Materials Science from Paris University in 2002. He is presently
Research Associate at the Applied Physics Department of Stanford
University. His research interests include laser and scintillator
materials and particularly the fabrication of optical ceramics. He is a
member of the American Ceramic Society.

For More Information:
Dr. Seal
407-823-5277
sseal@mail.ucf.edu
Martin C. Richardson
407-823-6819
mcr@creol.ucf.edu

Florida's TechVenture 2010

The Florida Technology Journal is hosting the second annual TechVenture program to showcase technologies being developed by Florida's early and second-stage technology companies. TechVenture 2010 will be hosted in Orlando on Friday, December 3rd at the Sonesta Downtown Hotel from 8:00am - 12:30pm.

TechVenture 2010 is currently accepting demonstration applications from early and growth stage companies, allowing them to show their solutions to a room full of industry influencers and peers. To apply, companies must be headquartered in Florida, be privately owned with 1-50 employees and have annual revenues from pre-revenue up to $50 million. Additionally, companies must have proprietary technology and the product or solution must be commercialized, and can be in clinical trials or beta testing stages.

We are currently seeking companies in the following industries to apply: alternative energy, biotech, cleantech, hardware, healthcare IT, digital media, medical device, nanotech, software, web applications and wireless technologies. Link for companies to apply: http://www.floridatechnologyjournal.com/techventure2010-demo-application

*There is no fee for the companies to apply, and no fee if selected to demo at TechVenture 2010. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, November 3rd.

We need your help to make this program a success. We are seeking strategic partners to assist with promotion, and sponsors to help cover the program cost.

Event information: http://www.floridatechnologyjournal.com/tech-venture-2010

My information is below to contact me with any questions you might have.


David C. Glass, Publisher
Florida Technology Journal
1410 N. Westshore Boulevard, Suite 700
Tampa, Florida 33607
Office: 813.830.9500 ext. 301
Mobile: 813.363.0304
E-mail: dglass@floridatechnologyjournal.com
Web: http://www.floridatechnologyjournal.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/floridatechnews

You are invited! Kissimmee Incubator ribbon cutting

Finding the Right Paths: How You Really Can Figure Out What DoDWants and Needs

Friday, October 15, 2010

8:30-10:30 AM

University Tower, 12201 Research Parkway,

2^nd Floor Conference Room #211, Orlando, FL 32826

Please RSVP to Renee Ayala at rayala@mail.ucf.edu or by calling

407-882-0202 for this NO FEE informative event.

Finding the Right Paths:

How You Really Can Figure Out What DoD Wants and Needs

The Content:

Whether you are already doing business with the Department of Defense or you want do, it can be daunting to figure out HOW to find current, accurate information on WHAT the agency needs that might present an opportunity for your company. This presentation will describe the process by which DoD creates new programs and opportunities through its strategic planning. It will include website links and reviews of the various key references for the Military Services which are detailed, public domain information sources, but that you may not easily find otherwise. Mr. Grow will also cover ways you can maximize visibility and reach when working with the DOD.

The session will offer substantial advice and insight as well as answers to some of your questions. A copy of the presentation, which includes many links and reference material, will be provided. We will also be requesting input from you on topics under consideration for subsequent sessions so we can continue to provide you useful information on doing business with DoD.

The Briefer:

David Grow is the President of the International Test and Evaluation Association's Central Florida Chapter. Dave has worked within the Department of Defense as a Staff Officer within two offices of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, on the Army Secretary's staff, in the office of the Chief of Staff of the Army, on the staff of the Air Force Secretary, and on the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations. He has served as a strategic planner, a liaison to law enforcement technologists, a gang and graffiti abatement coordinator, and a test director. He is an electronics engineer who has served eight Pentagon tours, 25 years in the DOD, and worked numerous acquisition and contracting actions. Dave's role on the Bradley Live Fire test is actually represented on screen in the film "Pentagon Wars."

ITEA:

The International Test and Evaluation Association's (ITEA) Central Florida Chapter (ITEA-CF) offers:

1) Access to test and evaluation information and representatives to the various professional organizations in the Central Florida region;

2) Assistance in building a bridge between Central Florida small business and the Defense enterprise;

3) Education, awareness, and advancement in the test and evaluation discipline and the overall Defense acquisition discipline through speaking programs, conferences, tutorials, and presentations.

For more information about ITEA, visit the International Association's web site at http://www.itea.org. For information about ITEA-CF, speak with Dave Grow during this event or contact him at dpg22032@gmail.com.

UCFBIP Lunch Connection: Creating & Executing an Online

Creating & Executing an Online Video Strategy

Presenter: J. Brewer, CEO, Teksita Corporation

Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Time: 11:30AM to 1:30PM

Location: UCF Business Incubator-St Cloud
3201 Budinger Ave, St Cloud Fl 34769

Cost: No charge to Incubator Clients; $20 Non-Incubator Clients

RSVP: Email Jessica Filter at jfilter@mail.ucf.edu to reserve a space.

Presentation includes:
* How online video can increase profits
* Video Marketing as a part of your overall strategy
* Attracting and increasing the right audience
* Integrated marketing and online video
* The tools used for online video
* Self produce and self publish
* Measuring the results of online video