Dr. James Watson, DNA co-Discoverer, Keynotes Event
WHAT: Groundbreaking ceremonies for construction of the Helix Project,
the first phase of Immunex's new research and technology center.
The new center will provide a collaborative environment for
Immunex scientists, clinicians and commercial staff to work
together to pioneer breakthrough medicines.
WHO: Keynote speaker: James D. Watson, Ph.D., pioneer geneticist, Nobel
Laureate, co-discoverer of the double helix DNA structure. Watson
is currently president of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.
Washington State Governor Gary Locke
Seattle Mayor Paul Schell
Immunex Chairman, CEO and President Ed Fritzky
WHEN: 2:30 p.m., Thursday, January 25, 2001
WHERE: 1600 West Galer (Terminal 88) in Seattle
SCHEDULE (EVENTS AND PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES):
2:20 p.m. Immunex 20th anniversary photo -- (1000+ employees spelling out
Immunex) Camera crews and photographers advised to arrive early
to set up. Risers available; limited crane access. Stations
with helicopters should note aerial photo opportunity.
2:35 p.m. Groundbreaking ceremony:
Unique groundbreaking event -- more than 1,200 Immunex
employees and invited guests will turn the first shovels for
the construction of the new center
3:20 p.m. "Breaking New Ground" Program -- James D. Watson, keynote.
5:10 p.m. Firework finale
CONTACT: Cathy Keck Anderson, 206-389-4039, or Kris Greco, 206-470-4871,
both of Immunex; or Kate Whitman of APCO Associates, 206-224-4340.
SOURCE Immunex
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