Conferences

In January 2011, the Laboratory Automation Section (LAS) of the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) presents the LabAutomation2011 Conference and Exhibition. Celebrating 15 years of bringing science, technology and industry together, LabAutomation2011 plays host to a diverse group of 4,000 academicians, scientists, engineers, post-doctoral associates, graduate students and business leaders from around the globe who will converge to network, knowledge-share and learn about the latest laboratory automation technologies. LabAutomation2011 is a five-day event featuring a world-class scientific program and attracting the world’s preeminent scientific minds. It offers practical ideas, thought-provoking strategies, industry-changing innovations and an extensive awards program that recognizes individuals who have contributed to laboratory automation and technology advancement.
LabAutomation2011 takes place January 29-February 2, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, Palm Springs, CA, USA. It is the world’s largest conference and exhibition focused exclusively on the rapidly growing field of laboratory automation. Each year, LabAutomation features the world’s top 100 podium presentations on laboratory automation, an exceptional line-up of plenary speakers, an excellent short course program, and informative industry-sponsored workshops. In addition, LabAutomation2011 features a thriving exhibit floor showcasing more than 250 multi-national companies in over 400 exhibit booths. Only at LabAutomation2011 can participants experience the latest scientific advances in laboratory automation technologies while networking with the most innovative companies from around the world. It is a powerful platform for education, peer networking and strengthening the laboratory automation community.

Outstanding Educational Program

LabAutomation2011 features a first-class scientific program focusing on five key tracks:

- Detection and Separation
- Micro- and Nanotechnologies
- High-Throughput Technologies
- Informatics
-  Evolving Applications of Laboratory Automation, featuring Agriculture and Food

Industries represented include:

- Drug Discovery and Development
- Clinical Diagnostics
- Agriculture and Food
- Forensics and Security
- Energy Generation and Petrochemicals
- And more…

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