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Milwaukee, Wisconsin Sept 29 – Oct 4, 2013
PROGRAMScientific presentations span the breadth of analytical chemistry with Plenary talks, Award talks and symposia, and topical poster sessions. Papers for SciX 2013 may be submitted here. |
PlenariesFACSS is pleased to announce the plenary speakers for 2013. Sustainability and minimization of environmental impact have become widely recognized drivers of innovation within chemistry. This year's focus is on Green Chemistry; Dr. Martyn Poliakoff CBE FRS and Dr. Paul Anastas, leaders and innovators in this field, are not to be missed at this year's conference. |
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Martyn Poliakoff CBE FRS, University of NottinghamProfessor Poliakoff is a world renowned educator and researcher developing environmentally acceptable processes and materials. He received his CBE in 2008 for his service to science. He is also Foreign Secretary of the Royal Society, a post that dates back to 1723. Watch his popular series on the periodic chart at www.periodicvideos.com. |
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Paul Anastas Heinz Professor, Yale University, Forestry & Environmental StudiesProfessor Anastas is the Director of the Center for Green Chemistry and Green Engineering at Yale University. He also served for many years at the EPA, where he coined the term ‘Green Chemistry’ www.greenchemistry.yale.edu. |
Award SessionsTen award symposia are scheduled, plus numerous student and FACSS-sponsored poster awards. A full list of awards with detailed information is here. The FACSS Innovation Award, now in its third year, is a juried prize awarded to the most innovative, creative, and outstanding work making its world debut at SciX. The winner is selected in a special oral session featuring five candidates selected from contributed talks, and receives a $1500 cash prize. |
Poster SessionsMultiple poster sessions are distributed throughout the week, starting at the Conference Opening on Sunday evening and continuing every day on the exhibit floor. Awards for the best posters in each session are selected by FACSS. |
Contributed TalksNew and innovative contributions are at the heart of the FACSS goal of fostering scientific exchange. Space is dedicated in every oral session for contributed papers to give them a wide audience. Both professionals and students are encouraged to submit their work here. |
Topical AreasSciX traditionally focuses on the following areas. However, presentations in every area of analytical chemistry are accepted and encouraged. |
| Atomic Spectroscopy Surface Science Bioanalytical Analysis Chemometrics Nanotechnology Process Analytical Chemistry Vibrational Spectroscopy Pharmaceutical Analysis Chromatography Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy Mass Spectrometry |
Electrophoresis & Microfluidics Raman Spectroscopy Low-Field NMR Security & Forensics Surface Plasmon Resonance Microscopy Biomedical & Clinical Analyses Environmental Analysis Sustainability Agricultural and Food Chemistry Chemical Imaging |
Opportunities for StudentsSciX is the premier conference for students to present their work, meet the top scientists in their field, and develop networks with professionals in academics, industry, and government, and with other students. FACSS and its member societies have numerous opportunities for free or reduced conference registration, as well as travel and other awards. For a full listing of support and other information for students, click here. |