UBM Studios Virtual Event Connects the UBM Canon Medical Device Media Group with the Medical Device Design Community

CHICAGO, Feb. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Canon Medical Device Media Group's MD+DI, MPMN and OrthoTec presented the "Technological Advances in Implantable Devices" virtual event on January 26, 2011 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern.  The event is dedicated to cutting-edge trends in the design of implantable medical devices. The combined virtual conference and trade show offers the opportunity to learn from and interact directly with industry experts and industry thought-leaders.  UBM Studios, a turnkey virtual environment producer, provided the virtual platform for the event.  The event is now available on demand.

The virtual event drew more than 1,000 registrants and over 500 live attendees.

In the Auditorium, the virtual event features a full line-up of interactive sessions focused on orthopaedic and cardio applications, specific to implantables.  The sessions were followed by Q&A, live chats and panel discussions. Topics include:  Power Management; Innovative Materials, Implant Acceptance and Infection Prevention.  All presentations were immediately available on demand.

The Expo Hall offers booths from event sponsors Biotectix, MD+DI, Microsemi, MPMN, OrthoTec, QMED, Secant Medical, Silicone Technology, and Statek.

Additionally, in the Networking Lounge event attendees were able to chat with peers one-on-one or in group chats.  

For additional information on UBM Studios or to purchase a virtual business solution, contact Kate Spellman, SVP, Managing Director, UBM Studios at 516 562 7383 or kate.spellman@ubm.com.

For more information about this or any virtual event from UBM Canon, contact Amanda O'Brien at 310 445 3753 or Amanda.obrien@ubm.com.

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

About UBM Studios (www.ubmstudios.com)

UBM Studios is a leader in virtual events and virtual business solutions.  A pioneer with virtual platforms, UBM Studios delivers deep expertise in live and online events that brings business value to customers.  UBM Studios connects, educates and enables virtual communications through a portfolio that fits every budget.  UBM Studios is the only virtual event provider to offer platform, content, audience recruitment, reporting and social marketing and gaming.   UBM Studios virtual events include Virtual Trade Shows, Virtual Career Fairs, Virtual Seminar Centers, Virtual Resource Centers, Virtual Product Launch, Virtual Business Continuity, Virtual Corporate Meetings, Virtual Sales Meetings, Virtual Focus Group Centers and Virtual Training.  UBM Studios delivers a complete global communication solution in Asia, Europe and North America in industries including, health, finance, technology, building and education.

About United Business Media Limited

UBM (UBM.L) focuses on two principal activities: worldwide information distribution, targeting and monitoring; and, the development and monetisation of B2B communities and markets. UBM's businesses inform markets and serve professional commercial communities -- from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewelry traders, from farmers to pharmacists -- with integrated events, online, print and business information products. Our 6,500 staff in more than 30 countries are organised into specialist teams that serve these communities, bringing buyers and sellers together, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently. For more information, go to www.ubm.com.

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