The Analytical Scientist is hosting a roundtable discussion on sample preparation on October 21 at 3:00–4:00 PM (CEST) / 9:00–10:00 AM (EDT).
Sample preparation has seen remarkable progress over the past few decades – from powerful new technologies and deeper fundamental insights to a wealth of breakthrough applications. Yet despite this momentum, sample prep is still too often seen as an “art” rather than a rigorous science, or as merely application-driven.
This interactive session will challenge that perception by bringing together leading voices in the field to discuss how cutting-edge innovations are driving efficiency, precision, and reproducibility – while also addressing the growing imperative for greener, more sustainable laboratory practices.
Join us for a dynamic roundtable conversation exploring the latest advances, best practices, and forward-looking strategies shaping the future of sample preparation – and take the opportunity to put your questions directly to the experts.
Meet the speakers
Marcela Segundo
Professor, Member of Executive Board, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto
Marcello Locatelli
Associate Professor of Analytical Chemistry, Department of Science, University "G. d' Annunzio" Chieti-Pescara, Italy
Stig Pedersen-Bjergaard
Professor, University of Oslo, Norway
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