R -- Hampton University''s Second AnnualTechology Conference

The National Institute of Standards and Technology's Advanced Technology Program's (ATP) will co-sponsor the Hampton University's Second Annual Technology Conference to be held from April 3-5, 2002. The conference will be held at the Hampton University Student Center, Hampton, Virginia. The Technology Conference title, "Are You Sure, It is Secure?" and "How to Secure Your Share of Federal Funding", will consist of three Tracks. The Advanced Technology Program will host a robust track on Advanced Technology Development and Commercialization Opportunities. This track will focus on information about the over $1 billion of funding opportunities available for advanced technology research from federal government agencies. Sessions will emphasize and highlight minority business' and universities' participation in these programs. Hampton University will host two tracks, the first "Cyber Crimes: An In-depth Understanding", and the second, "Information Security and Assurance". Visit the ATP website at www.atp.nist.gov for general information about ATP and the conference and a link to the Hampton website or visit the Hampton Website at www.hamptonu.edu and click on 'Hot News' to learn about this Conference and to access the Hampton University registration form. Registration Contact: Adrienna Davis, Hampton University, Center for Information Technology, Harvey Library, 5th Floor, Hampton, VA 23668, telephone 757-728-6927, Fax 757-727-5438 or by email at [email protected], subject heading HUTC2002. Registration fee: $250 if postmarked by March 15; $300 on-site registration and $100 for students.