Fully‑Funded Two‑Day Workshop on Liquid Handling Automation
Sign up for a new fully‑funded workshop dedicated to Research Technical Professionals (RTPs) working in the rapidly evolving field of liquid handling automation. The two‑day event will take place on 14–15 April at the state‑of‑the‑art Edinburgh Genome Foundry, bringing together leading suppliers, technical experts, and practitioners from across the UK.
Building on the strong engagement and positive feedback from the previous workshop held at the Materials Innovation Factory at the University of Liverpool in March 2025, this year’s programme is designed to provide even deeper practical insights, hands‑on knowledge exchange, and opportunities for strategic collaboration.
A Two-Day Programme Focused on Technical Excellence
Day 1 – Tuesday, 14 April
The workshop opens at midday with lunch and networking, followed by an afternoon of focused technical sessions exploring practical approaches to liquid handling automation and emerging technologies shaping the field.
Attendees will also hear a series of TechnoBite talks from major industry suppliers, including:
- Beckman
- Gilson
- Hamilton
- OpenTrons
- Tecan
The opening day concludes with a sponsored dinner at The Scottish Café at the Scottish National Gallery, providing a relaxed environment for further networking.
Day 2 – Wednesday, 15 April
Running from 9:00am to 2:30pm, Day 2 features:
- Additional technical sessions
- An open discussion forum on current challenges in automated liquid handling
- Further TechnoBite talks
- Guided facility tours of the Edinburgh Genome Foundry
- Dedicated time for one‑to‑one conversations with suppliers to explore tailored solutions
A detailed agenda is expected to be released in the coming weeks.
Funding and Eligibility
Places on the workshop are limited. UK RAS STEPS will fully fund travel, accommodation, and subsistence for eligible RTPs working in Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS), ensuring broad and accessible participation for professionals across the UK.
Registration Now Open
RTPs interested in attending are encouraged to secure their place as soon as possible.
