What: On February 19, the MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge will host a panel discussion on radio frequency identification (RFID) technology and its future as a subset within the growing field of printed electronics. The session precedes the RFID Smart Labels USA 2008 conference, taking place February 20-21 at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. Panelists: Vikram Pavate is vice president of business development for Kovio, Inc., a privately held Silicon Valley company developing a new category of semiconductor products using printed silicon electronics and thin film technology. Pavate is responsible for Kovio's corporate strategy, product management and marketing, OEM relationships, and joint development and technology alliances. Klaus Ludwig is product manager for PolyIC, a company based in Germany. PolyIC is producing printed electronics using a high-speed printing process. As product manager, Ludwig is responsible for the PolyLogo product category, including radio frequency driven displays and other printed electrical devices. Raghu Das (moderator) is chief executive officer of IDTechEx, a knowledge-based company specializing in printed electronics, RFID and smart packaging. He has been closely involved with the development of RFID and printed electronics for over six years, managing consulting engagements in Europe, the U.S., Asia and the Middle East.
When: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 Networking: 6:00-6:15 p.m. Panel Presentation: 6:15-7:15 p.m. Q&A: 7:15-8:00 p.m.Where: Stata Center (Bldg. 32), Room 124, 1st Floor, 32 Vassar St., Cambridge Registration and information: http://www.mitforumcambridge.org/rfid/events/2008-02/index.html
Contact Information: MIT ENTERPRISE FORUM OF CAMBRIDGE CONTACT: Regina Smith MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge 617-253-3937 PRESS CONTACT : Brad Baker (for MIT Enterprise Forum) CHEN PR, Inc. 781-672-3118