Advances in hardware and software technology are leading to exciting new computing applications ranging from robotic brain surgery to autonomous flying sensors. Innovations like this are saving lives and enabling us to do things previously thought impossible. "Computing Meets the Physical World," is a one-day public symposium in Washington, DC, organized by the National Academy of Engineering in conjunction with the National Academies Computer Science and Telecommunications Board. There is no charge for attending, but registration is required, as seating is limited. Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. If you're in the Washington, DC area on October 8, you may be interested in attending this symposium. Speakers include Dave Clark and Butler Lampson. Topics include Smart Dust, Robot Soccer, Bio-Silicon Interfaces, and more. Computing Meets the Physical World | 
