Analytical Horizons in Oligonucleotide Separation Science, Wednesday 7th May- Thursday 8th May 2025, Royal Society of Chemistry: Burlington House, London
The Chromatographic Society and RSC Separation Science Group are pleased to announce, Analytical Horizons in Oligonucleotide Separation Science. The Spring Symposium will be held on Wednesday 7th May to Thursday 8th May 2025 at the Royal Society of Chemistry- Burlington house, London.
Advances in oligonucleotide therapeutics have revolutionized the treatment landscape, offering novel solutions for genetic disorders, cancers, and rare diseases. However, the complex structure and unique properties of oligonucleotides present analytical challenges, particularly in ensuring purity, stability, and efficacy. Traditional chromatography methods often fall short in addressing these complexities, necessitating the development of innovative approaches tailored to oligonucleotide analysis.
A dedicated conference on this topic would serve as a platform for scientists, researchers, and industry experts to exchange insights, share cutting-edge methodologies, and foster collaboration. This would accelerate progress in analytical techniques, ultimately supporting the safe and efficient delivery of oligonucleotide-based therapies.
Key Topics:
- Challenges of oligonucleotide analysis and separations
- Pharmaceutical CMC using Sep Sci and MS
- Method development and approaches to simplification
- Diastereomer and deamination applications
- Multidimensional and electrophoretic applications
- Novel column technologies and hardware
- Analytical control strategies in manufacturing
- Data processing
- Sustainability
Poster abstract submissions are welcome and submitted via registration link (opens soon)
Registration (open):
2 day-
- Member (ChromSoc, RSC, BMSS, ELRIG) £240
- Non-Member Rate £300
- Student/Retired/Unemployed £120
1 day-
- Member (ChromSoc, RSC, BMSS, ELRIG) £145
- Non-Member Rate £180
- Student/Retired/Unemployed £70
Exhibition/Sponsorship:
Platinum £2200+VAT
- Presentation slot (20 mins)
- Exhibition stand
- Registration for presenter + 2 delegates
- Brochures and publicity material circulation
Silver £1500+VAT
- Exhibition stand
- Registration for 2 delegates
- Brochures and publicity material circulation
*May be possible to present 1 or more posters per sponsor *Additional vendor delegates can be registered as normal
For further information or to exhibit/sponsor this event please email adrian.clarke@novartis.com
The 54th HPLC conference, HPLC 2025 will be held from Sunday through Thursday, June 15-19, 2025, in Bruges, Belgium. The oral abstract due date is January 15th, 2025.
In Bruges, the program will kick-off in the splendid Concert Hall on Sunday with a talk by Koen Sandra (RIC Group, Belgium) on the recent advancements in mRNA structural characterization and by prof. Kerstin Thurow (CELISCA – Center for Life Science Automation, Germany) on the automation of the analytical life science lab.
From Monday on, the conference will be continued in the adjacent, brand-new BMCC conference centre, where a timely and forward looking scientific program will be offered. Traditionally, the HPLC showcases the broadest possible selection of chromatography-related topics (including sample prep, detection and data analysis) brought by the best scientists active in the field. In Bruges, considerable attention will also be paid to the related separation sciences (preparative chromatography, SFC, GC, FFF and associated particle separation techniques). A strong focus will also be put on machine learning and sustainability, with dedicated sessions and tutorials on the topic. Further, the conference will have a strong focus on today’s and tomorrow’s practice in the industry HPLC labs, including all aspects of lab automation and data processing. Under the name “Bring your boss to the HPLC”, a separate networking track will be offered to participating lab managers and decision-makers where they can share experiences and contemplate on the future of their labs.
Next to the Csaba Horvath award competition for the best early career oral presentation, early-career participants will be able to engage in dedicated poster and flash presentation competitions (with two separate awards). They will be offered a maximum number of oral presentation slots and will enjoy a broad selection of educational workshops and tutorials. For researchers nearing the end of their PhD or postdocs, will find their liking in the job speed date and career workshop that will be held.
The combined exhibition, poster sessions, and catering hall will serve as the central hub of the conference, ensuring a lively and engaging atmosphere. This will undoubtedly peak during the “poster & exhibitor fests” we plan to organize on Monday and Tuesday afternoon. To encourage scientific discussions between delegates and vendors during these 3h sessions, poster abstracts topics will be linked to the vendor’s offerings (chrom-dating) and an app will be used to select (and reward) the delegate having the most vendor-interactions.
To encourage scientific exchange and friendship building, the scientific program will be topped with a rich social program, reflecting the well-known Belgian hospitality, and its abundant food and drink culture.
Bruges is a city renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and many historic attractions such as the bustling Market Square, the serene Begijnhof, and picturesque canals, all within a 10 to 15 min walk from the conference centre. The entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is often referred to as the “Venice of the North”. Bruges is also famous for its broad choice of culinary delights, including exquisite Belgian chocolates, waffles, and world-renowned beers. Located in the Flanders region, Bruges is easily accessible through the well-connected international airport in Brussels (1 direct train per hour). Major European cities such as Amsterdam, London and Paris are within a range of maximally 300 km, and all easily connected by high-speed train.
The chair team, consisting of Gert Desmet, Frederic Lynen, Sebastiaan Eeltink, Deirdre Cabooter and Ken Broeckhoven look forward to welcoming you with open arms in Bruges for a memorable conference.
A link to the flyer is below:
https://chromsoc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/HPLC2025_Flyer_A5.pdf
GRASS ROOTS 7 – Introduction to oligonucleotide characterization. Friday 15th August- Monday 18th August 2025, University of Cumbria, Ambleside.
The Chromatographic Society will be hosting the 7th ‘Grass Roots’ educational event in the beautiful surroundings of Ambleside, Cumbria. Set in the heart of the lake district at the University of Cumbria- Ambleside campus, GR7 will be held during the weekend of 15th-18th August 2025. This event follows on from highly successful Grass Roots meetings in previous years, with a twist towards current market trends in pharmaceutical new modalities.
The course will focus on the fundamentals of oligonucleotide liquid chromatography analysis and the practical application in industrial settings. The course will introduce different oligonucleotide therapeutic types and manufacturing approaches, discuss modes of chromatography applicable to analysis, approaches to method development and other analytical considerations. Training will be led by practicing separation scientists who are also leaders in their respective fields: Dr Paul Ferguson (AstraZeneca), Tony Taylor (Element), Dr Christina Vanhinsbergh (AstraZeneca) and Dr Ken Cook (Thermo Fisher Scientific). While the meeting will be primarily educational, there will also be extensive opportunities for networking, and a social programme that includes walks in the picturesque countryside surroundings.
As the ChromSoc proudly drives opportunities for the professional development of early career scientists and given the educational nature of the event, there will be a range of bursaries available. These include bursaries for post-graduate students, and Ted Adlard bursaries for academic researchers and industrial scientists from SMEs. The bursaries will allow all scientists, regardless of their financial ability, to access what we (and previous attendees) believe will be an exceptional learning experience.
The course registration fee will cover the cost of accommodation, meals and course attendance.
Further information regarding bursaries available via the ChromSoc can be found on the Grass Roots, Ted Adlard Industrial Bursaries and Student Bursaries website pages.
Key Topics:
- Current oligonucleotide therapeutic market and types of API
- Fundamentals of chromatography
- Separation modes for oligonucleotides
- Regulatory guidance around critical quality attributes
- Degradation and stability considerations
- Method development approaches
- Example applications and methods
- Future characterization challenges
- Best practices and troubleshooting
- Sustainability
Registration:
- Industry/Employed Academic £650
- Industry/Employed Academic (Ted Adlard Bursary awarded) £400
- Student £500
- Student -Full Bursary £250
For further information please email chromsoc@sasevents.co.uk or navigate to the Grass Roots page
26th International Reid Bioanalytical Forum 8th September to 11th September
We will be hosting the 26th edition of the International Reid Bioanalytical Forum at the Cambridge Belfry Hotel (Cambourne, UK) between 8–11 September 2025.
Registration is now open for this stand-out event with presentations and discussions on cutting-edge science from across the bioanalytical community, bringing richness, creativity and opportunities for cross-fertilization of ideas, rarely found at other events. This inclusive and congenial event will continue our tradition of providing a supportive environment for early career bioanalysts. We will also be maintaining our institution of providing a number of fun social events to help attendees get to know each other and become part of our community for the oldest bioanalytical event.
There will be a single stream of oral presentations given by lecturers from a broad base of organizations where bioanalysis takes place, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, instrument manufacturers and academics, supported by poster presentations and vendor exhibitions. We will also be providing a separate half day training course focusing on the theme of cell and gene therapy.
Please follow this link (within BOOK NOW) for more information on submitting an abstract, registering for the event, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities, and our bursaries for early career scientists.
Recent Advances in GC, Tuesday 30th September 2025, Science and Industry Museum, Manchester
The Chromatographic Society is pleased to announce, Recent Advances in Gas Chromatography, will be held on Tuesday 30th September 2025 at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester, UK.
Tough sample matrices, lower detection limits, sustainability challenges, and difficult chromatographic separations, has lead to great advancements in the world of Gas Chromatography (GC). Co-organised by Tony Taylor and Dan Carrier, this meeting will bring you Present Day GC methodology.
Recent Advances in GC showcases the work from industry, academia and the instrument companies and always delivers top scientific presentations focused on GC.
Delegates: £80
Delegates with Chromsoc membership: £65
To exhibit: £650
To exhibit with 10 minute presentation: £1000
Please email enquiries@chromsoc.com for more information.
