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21st International Reid Bioanalytical Forum
7-10th September, 2015
University of Surrey, Guildford, UK
Presented by the Forum Syndicate of the Chromatographic Society
The first Forum met in 1975 organised by the late Eric Reid, then director of the Wolfson Bioanalytical Unit at the University of Surrey. It has run every two years since, making this the 21st meeting. Now run under the auspices of the Chromatographic Society it retains much of its original character, encouraging young practitioners to learn from more experienced ones, and appreciating the sharing of challenges as much as successes.
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Lecture Programme
The conference has once again attracted a number of world renowned speakers from academia, pharma, CROs and industry regulators on topical subjects in bioanalysis. The conference also prides itself on providing emerging bioanalytical professionals the opportunity to present their solutions to complex bioanalytical problems.
From amongst the program, notable talks include:
Prof Zoltan Takats (Imperial College, London)
Perfecting your image – mass spectrometry and data processing for tissue analysis
Prof Jennifer Laurence (University of Kansas, USA)
Characterization of the Metal Abstraction Peptide (MAP) and Inline claMP Tag Protein-Metal Conjugates
Dr Norman Smith (King’s College, London)
Modern High Performance SFC-Opportunities for Polar Compounds
Dr Mark Bayliss (University of Liverpool, UK)
Bioanalytical challenges arising from experimental investigations into the mechanisms of idiosyncratic drug-induced liver injury
Dr David Jones (MHRA)
Current perspectives in regulated bioanalysis
Dr Philip Timmerman (Janssen R&D, representing the European Bioanalysis Forum)
Refining tiered approach best practices for early development: recommendations from the EBF
The conference program will cover topics in the following areas:
· “Advances in Bioanalytical Technology”
· “Macromolecular Drug Bioanalysis”
· “Advances in Drug Discovery”
· “Regulatory Aspects”
· “Case Studies”
Celebration Conference Debate
In celebration of the 21st BioForum we propose to hold a conference debate of up to 90 minutes duration in the form of questions and answers to an invited panel. The title of the debate will be – “The current skills gaps in analytical sciences are failing industry” – focusing on bioanalytical sciences and the potential impact on the pharmaceutical industry.
The panel, representing industry, academia and other important stakeholders, will be asked to give their views and insights on the topic. Attendees at the symposium may post questions in advance as well as during an open discussion, if time allows. Arranged in two halves, the second half of the debate will focus on the future of the analytical industry and how we develop the discipline of bioanalysis moving forward.
Poster Exhibition
If you would like to offer a poster, please contact John Smeraglia by email with a title for consideration by the scientific committee (). A number of these posters will be selected for an additional short 5 minute podium presentation; a great opportunity to present your work.
Student Bursaries
Student supervisors are invited to apply for bursaries (including free attendance and agreed travel expenses for both UK and non-UK residents) on behalf of PhD students carrying out research in bioanalysis or a relevant analytical discipline. The student will be expected to submit a poster for consideration (before the end of August) on their work. For more information or to submit a poster, e-mail ().
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Exhibition
A vendor exhibition will be held on Tuesday 8th allowing delegates to keep abreast of the latest developments relevant to the field of Bioanalysis. More vendor companies are expected to attend but currently include:
AbD Serotec/BioRad / Agilent / ATG Scientific Ltd.Charles River / Future Science / Hichrom Ltd.
LGC / Quintiles / Thermo Fisher Scientific
VRS / Waters
If you would like to exhibit at the meeting, details can be obtained from Tim Sangster ()
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Careers Fair
The Reid Bioanalytical Forum and VRS are pleased to announce an exciting new Careers Fair at this year’s conference - open to all exhibitors and delegates. It will include a Careers Centre (running throughout Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th) and Careers Workshop (held at lunchtime on Thursday 10th).
Companies are invited to advertise any current vacancies at the Careers Centre; please send your advertisements in advance to , or bring them along with you on the day. VRS representatives will also be on hand to offer confidential CV, interview and career advice. The Careers Workshop, held in the main lecture hall, will include two discussion topics: “How to secure your dream job” and “How to employ the right candidate”. The format will be a brief introductory presentation, followed by a facilitated open discussion over lunch.
Booking information
Please register for the meeting at the following web address:
https://www.eventspro.net/mm/getdemo.ei?id=1070298&s=_KWZ2RX4GX
Rates for the meeting are:
Early rate (before July 24th) / Standard rate (after July 24th) / Discounted early rate * / Discounted standard rate * / Package includes£560 / £590 / £500 / £530 / Conference registration, handbook, lunch and evening meals each day, conference dinner and all social events
* Discount applicable to members of the Chromatographic Society & BMSS
Accommodation:
VAT law requires us to charge separately for accommodation.
B&B rate / Package includesCheck in 7th, out 10th Sept. / £100 / Bed and breakfast accommodation for 3 nights
A map of the University of Surrey can be downloaded at:
http://www.surrey.ac.uk/accommodation/docs/Campus_Map.pdf
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