The current skills gaps in analytical sciences are failing industry: debate at the 21st International Reid Bioanalytical Forum.
21st International Reid Bioanalytical Forum, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK, 7-10 September 2015 The 21st International Reid Bioanalytical Forum held between 7 and 10 September 2015, brought together over 100 scientists from around the world, representing industry, academia and vendors, for 4 days of engaging science at the University of Surrey in Guildford, UK. The scientific program consisted of 43 podium and 23 poster presentations from key opinion leaders and those just setting out on their scientific career. The latter being the focus of the meeting. One of the highlights of the forum was the debate. An expert panel helped spark off an active discussion among a passionate audience on the topic of 'The Current Skills Gaps in Analytical Sciences are Failing Industry.'
Spooner Bioanalytical Solutions Ltd., Hertford, UK.|School of Life & Medical Sciences, University of Hertfordshire, UK.
Neil
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Spooner
Bioanalysis & Immunology, Charles River Laboratories, Edinburgh, UK.
Timothy
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Sangster
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bioanalytical; debate; reid; skills; training