Solutions in Science 2025 (SinS)
Solutions in Science (SinS) is a conference and exhibition organised by International Labmate the publishers of International Labmate, Labmate UK and Chromatography Today in partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry (The RSC), BMSS, ChromSoc and like-minded associations. The First SinS event was held in Cardiff in 2023 and was acclaimed as a huge success by both exhibitors and attendees who rated the event 100% excellent or good.
“SinS” brings together scientists and analytical chemists to discuss and explore the latest products, techniques and analytical Solutions. With “Sustainability” in mind one of the main aims of SinS is to bring together special interest groups to one large meeting rather than many smaller meetings which will cut down on travel and time but increase networking and information sharing capabilities.
SINS: SINS 2023
Who should attend Solutions in Science?
SinS attracts attendees working across a diverse range of industries including:
- Agrochemicals
- Clinical and toxicology
- Energy and Fuel
- Environmental
- Extractables and Leachables
- Flavors and fragrances
- Food
- Forensics
- Indoor and Outdoor Air
- Materials
- Metrology
- Microplastics
- Omics
- Petrochemical
- Pharmaceuticals
- Polymers
- Others
What are the main Topics for Solutions in Science?
The SinS conference will encompass the full life cycle of analytical science. Scientists will journey from challenges to solutions on the following topics:
Analytical science challenges climate change
- Advances in atmospheric chemistry
- Food security and authenticity
- Land use and sustainability
Analytical solutions to protect our environment
- Water security and safety
- Bioaccumulation and biotoxicity
- Continued emergence of ‘forever chemicals’
Analytical science challenges illness and disease
- Advances In clinical analysis
- Pharmaceutical analysis enabling medicines of the future
- Approaching point-of-care diagnostics and transportable technologies
- Protecting health: scalable solutions for individuals to populations
Analytical solutions for the molecules within
- Advances in ‘omics workflows
- Multiomics integration
- Methods for understanding the exposome
- Approaching new methodologies for in vitro and in vivo measurements
Analytical science challenges sustainable methods and their validity
- Transitioning standard methods to greener methods
- Getting the valid data we need from faster and cleaner analyses
- Future pandemic risks and preparedness
Analytical solutions to support the transition to green energy
- Analytical technologies for green analysis
- Biofuels
- Recent advances in batteries and fuel cells
- Hydrocarbons to hydrogen
- Green hydrogen, methanol, ammonia
Challenges and solutions for coping with the data iceberg
- Advanced data analytics to interpret multiomics datasets
- Artificial Intelligence and machine learning in the chemical world
- Translating data into knowledge and the role generative Artificial Intelligence Chatbots
Registration
SinS 2025 - Delegate Registration
Delegate passes to Solutions in Science 2025 include full access to the conference, the exhibition, lunches, refreshments and access to the networking party which is taking place at the shelter hall on the 16th July. Visitor passes will have access to the exhibition space only and include lunches, refreshments and the networking party.
Registration fees
Early booking rates until 30th of April 2025
- Full Conference and Exhibition Pass (Professionals): £450 +VAT
- Full Conference and Exhibition Pass (Supporting Society Member): £350 +VAT
- Societies: RSC/BMSS/ChromSoc/JPAG/RSB/BSNM/IOP/IFST
- Full Conference and Exhibition Pass (Student): £160 +VAT
- Student ID required when collecting badge
- Exhibition Visitor Day Pass: £45 +VAT
Standard rates from 1st May 2025
- Full Conference and Exhibition Pass (Professionals): £625 +VAT
- Full Conference and Exhibition Pass (Supporting Society Member): £475 +VAT
- Societies: RSC/BMSS/ChromSoc/JPAG/RSB/BSNM/IOP/IFST
- Full Conference and Exhibition Pass (Student): £215 +VAT
- Student ID required when collecting badge
- Exhibition Visitor Day Pass: £65 +VAT
Abstract submission
Abstract Submissions Deadline: 15th March 2025
Program
Conference Programme is now available online.
Plenary Speakers
SINS 2025: Plenary speakers
Prof Warwick Dunn (University of Liverpool)
Rick is Professor of Analytical and Clinical Metabolomics at the University of Liverpool. He has spent the last 25 years working in metabolomics from being a technician in Sheffield to his current role in Liverpool. He has a passion for developing chromatography-mass spectrometry untargeted/targeted assays for collection of high quality data and in developing new tools (software) and resources (MS/MS and retention time libraries) for metabolite annotation/identification. He applies these to study health and disease in humans and other mammals. He is passionate about training the next generation of scientists. He is President of the Metabolomics Society and is Reviews Editor for the journal Metabolomics. He was awarded a Honorary Fellowship by the Metabolomics Society in 2020 for his commitment to the society and metabolite annotation.
Suvi Takala (Head of Unit – Chemistry, European Chemicals Agency)
Suvi Takala is Head of Unit of Chemistry, European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), with over 20 years of experience in regulation of chemicals. At ECHA she has been involved from the early days in setting up the REACH processes, in particular on substance identification. She is currently leading the Chemistry unit that assesses the substance identification information under the REACH, CLP, PIC, POP and Biocides regulations and provides advice on chemistry, including on the analytical methods used for identifying substances.
Before joining ECHA Suvi worked in the Finnish chemical industry on regulatory affairs and product stewardship. She holds a degree in Environmental Science and in Economics and Business Administration.
Dr Sasha Woods (Director of Science and Policy at Earthwatch)
Dr Sasha Woods has a diverse academic background. She holds a BSc in Natural Sciences from the University of Birmingham, an MSc in Reproductive and Developmental Biology from Imperial College London, and a PhD in Medicine from the University of Bristol. Her postdoctoral research at prestigious institutions further solidified her expertise. She explored Parkinson's Disease at Harvard Medical School (2015-2016) and delved into retinal development and disease at University College London (2016-2019). Since 2016, Sasha has been a dedicated educator, serving as a Teaching Fellow for the Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health course and Applied Neuroscience program at King's College London. Recognizing the urgent need to address climate change and biodiversity loss, Sasha transitioned her focus to socio-environmental science. She now leads the Science and Policy team at Earthwatch, where she ensures the organization's work is scientifically rigorous and solution-oriented.
Dr David Megson (Chair of the International Network of Environmental Forensics (INEF))
Dr David Megson is currently a Reader in Chemistry and Environmental Forensics at Manchester Metropolitan University (UK). He also works on pollution litigation cases as a Senior Environmental Consultant at Chemistry Matters (Canada).
Dr Megson investigates sources of legacy and emerging persistent organic pollutants and monitors them in the environment using advanced analytical techniques including multidimensional chromatography and high-resolution mass spectrometry. Much of Dr Megson’s research has an environmental forensics aspect which involves identifying the sources of contamination, transport pathways and the magnitude of pollutant exposure. As a recognised international expert in this area Dr Megson regularly contributes to expert witness reports for large (>$100 million) litigation cases involving environmental pollution in North America. His current research group includes 6 PhD students and 2 post-doctoral researchers. He has attracted >£4.5 million of research funding since his appointment as a lecturer in 2016.
Dr Megson is currently Chair of the International Network of Environmental Forensics (INEF) and sits on committees for the Royal Society of Chemistry (ESEC), British Mass Spectrometry Society (EFASIG), Northwest Brownfield Regeneration Forum (NWBRF), British Standards Institution (BSI) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO). He has a H-index of 24, i10 index of 37 and his work has received over 1000 citations. He has organised 10 international conferences, published >60 peer reviewed manuscripts, 4 book chapters and acted as editor for 8 books and journal special issues.
Santiago Dominguez Vivero (President, SciY)
After a 10 year commercial career in the Speciality Chemicals industry, Santi cofounded Mestrelab Research SL in 2004, with an initial focus on processing and analysis of small molecule NMR data, which has then been extended to other analytical techniques and to extensive workflow automation solutions. Since 2022, he is the president of the Integrated Data Solutions division of Bruker, SciY, through the acquisition of Mestrelab by Bruker. SciY, an organization with facilities in 6 countries and a headcount of over 300, is focused on supporting the biopharmaceutical industry readiness for Artificial Intelligence, by focusing on data capture, standardization and preparation. During his career, Santi has cofounded 4 other life science companies (in clinical diagnostics and biotech) and has held Board positions in 7 life science companies and Advisory Board positions in a further 5 and in an Advanced Institute of Organic Chemistry Research (CIQUS, University of Santiago de Compostela). He is also a board member of the Galicia (North Spain) biotechnology cluster.
Scientific Committee
SINS 2025: Scientific committee
Media Partners
SINS 2025: Media Partners
Sponsors
SINS 2025: Sponsors
Venue
The Brighton Centre
Kings Road, East Sussex, BN1 2GR, UK
Brighton is the last stop on a train line that links directly with London Victoria, Clapham Junction and East Croydon, as well as being linked with London Bridge, London Kings Cross and the Eurostar terminal at St Pancras International on a different line. Journey times vary depending on the number of stops, but from London Kings Cross it takes around 1h 15mins, while from London Victoria it can take as little as 48 minutes. London Gatwick Airport sits about halfway between London Victoria and Brighton, meaning you can get from Gatwick to Brighton by train in approximately 30 minutes.
Brighton is also a 30 minute train journey or a 45 minute bus ride from the nearby port of Newhaven, from where ferries run regularly to Dieppe. It’s also easily accessible from the ports of Southampton, Portsmouth and Dover.
