Dr. Hans-Jürgen Pfisterer, Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, will bring the German perspective to the discussion. His presentation will focus on how his research group at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences supports the research and skill development needs of special machine manufacturers in the region, with a particular emphasis on SME manufacturers that need to keep pace with increasingly demanding environmental regulations and consumer demand for green technology.
Dr. Bernd Reissert, President of the Berlin School of Economics and Law, will moderate this discussion.
The panel discussion will take place at the German Center for Research and Innovation New York on Wednesday, November 7, 2012, at 8 a.m., at the German House New York (871 United Nations Plaza, First Avenue, btw. 48th & 49th Streets.) To RSVP, use this link: http://form.jotformpro.com/form/22544751159961
The event is co-sponsored by UAS7, German Universities of Applied Sciences. UAS7 is a strategic alliance of seven leading German universities of applied sciences committed to excellence in teaching and research. This 'alliance for excellence' includes the Berlin School of Economics and Law, Bremen University of Applied Sciences (UAS), Cologne UAS, Hamburg UAS, Munich UAS, Muenster UAS and Osnabrueck UAS. UAS7 is represented in the U.S. and Canada by its Liaison Office in New York City.
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A video recording will be available on www.germaninnovation.org shortly after the event.
### The German Center for Research and Innovation provides information and support for the realization of cooperative and collaborative projects between North America and Germany. With the goal of enhancing communication on the critical challenges of the 21st century, GCRI hosts a wide range of events from lectures and exhibitions to workshops and science dinners. Opened in February 2010, GCRI was created as a cornerstone of the German government's initiative to internationalize science and research and is one of five centers worldwide.
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