(October 4, 2006) NISKAYUNA, NY — The annual National Trends in Small-scale Systems and Microelectronics Packaging symposium hosts packaging scientists and researchers from around the country. Jointly operated by Binghamton University of NY and General Electrics’ Global Research Center, the symposium educates industry members and students on packaging advances made at the molecular level, including nanotechnology and MEMS. Sessions will take place October 23 and 24, 2006, in Niskayuna, NY.