EAS 2010 “Expand Your Analytical Horizons”
Julie Tinklenberg, 2010 EAS President
As I look through this year’s Preliminary Program, I am very proud of the quality program that has taken shape and think you will be pleased with the depth and breadth being offered at EAS 2010. EAS is known for its strong technical program and this year continues this tradition with a focus on “Expanding Your Analytical Horizons”.
I’d like to start with a big THANK YOU to all who are contributing to this year’s program. We count on our speakers, instructors and exhibitors to build a conference that is cutting edge, yet grounded in the practice of good science. To complement our typically strong sessions in chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy and pharmaceutical sciences, we have extended the program to include more novel topics being explored to help the end-user save time and money. We are also continuing to grow in some of the interest areas that were started in recent years including analytical methods in art conservation, forensic science and surface science. It is our intention to deliver the program that you need to further your career PLUS provide you with features that are of interest to you outside of your day-to-day job requirements. I recommend you take a look at the conferences-in-miniature portion of this year’s Preliminary Program. This is a great way to look at sessions and courses that are being offered in a topical area, and should be your first stop to help you make the most of your week at EAS.
This year we are once again recognizing an accomplished list of award winners that are sure to provide very engaging sessions. Award sessions typically offer an extra advantage because they bring current leaders in the field together into the same room to present their research interests in a forum that is positive and well-focused. Topics presented and discussions that occur during these sessions help you bring back innovative ideas that can be applied within your own laboratory research.
The short-course program offers the opportunity to expand your skills and build your technical breadth in key areas. These courses are designed to help you make an immediate impact in your job, or to build your skills as you prepare for your next opportunity. We also have a new workshop format specifically focused on career placement, an especially important addition within the current economic environment. Check out the details of this new workshop format on page 77 of the Preliminary Program.
In addition to the program offerings, EAS committees are also focused on creating a world class Exhibition Hall. The Exposition is a great way to build your skills, find out about the latest innovations, and get answers to your current questions by talking with experts in the technology. This year we will, once again, be offering light lunches in the Exhibit Hall, the return of the highly successful “Technology Tour” that debuted last year, and daily raffles for great prizes. The Exhibit Hall is the easiest and most economical way for your company to explore the latest and greatest technology available.
Logistically, EAS is ideally located for those coming for the week with plenty of hotels in the immediate vicinity and easy access from major highways and train stations. In addition, ease of access also makes it convenient for those planning to attend the symposium for a day or two. Housing and Transportation Committee’s are doing all they can to make the logistics of this year’s symposium a seamless and cost-effective operation.
Everything is coming together to make this a fantastic EAS 2010. Please join me in November to insure this year’s symposium is a success. Registration will be opening soon…I look forward to seeing you there!
Julie Tinklenberg, President
EAS 2010 “Expand Your Analytical Horizons”
November 15-18, 2010
Garden State Exhibit Center, Somerset, NJ