Pittcon is a conference and exposition on scientific instrumentation and the premier meeting place for the inventors, users, manufacturers, and vendors of laboratory instruments, equipment and supplies. Pittcon features the world's largest exposition of instrumentation, a diverse Technical Program, professional-quality Short Courses and unique networking opportunities.

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Exposition	Technical Program	Short Courses
The Pittcon 2012 Exposition will give you the opportunity to witness the latest innovations in laboratory equipment, technology, and services from nearly 900 exhibitors from more than 30 countries-all in one place. Speak with technical personnel, evaluate and compare products, attend live demonstrations, and attend vendor seminars. A wide range of exhibitors from many disciplines are represented at Pittcon including: HPLC, ICP, GC, MS, FTIR Laboratory Apparatus, Chemicals and Supplies Analytical Instrumentation Informatics/Analytical Software Green Chemistry Solutions OEM Parts and Dealers International Representatives Scientific Publishers Professional Societies Contract Laboratory Services	Choose from over 2,000 diverse and impressive technical presentations by leading scientists in academia, industry, and government. The 2012 Technical Program is designed to provide the latest updates impacting all areas of laboratory science with emphasis on topics critical to today's research, production, and operations. Alternative Fuels Atomic Spectroscopy Chemical Imaging Electrochemistry Environmental Food Quality/Safety Forensics Homeland Security Industrial Hygiene Informatics Life Science Mass Spectrometry Materials Science Microfluidics Nanotechnology Petrochemical Pharmaceutical QC/Validation Regulatory Affairs Separation Science Be sure to GET CONNECTED during Pittcon 2012 by attending one of the many Conferee Networking Sessions integrated into the 2012 Technical Program. Conferee Networking Sessions provide a unique opportunity to meet with colleagues from around the world in an informal setting. Brainstorm new ideas, discuss the latest innovations or resolve problems on topics of mutual interest.	Short Courses are an excellent, affordable way to enhance your professional development. Many attendees have stated that participation in Short Courses is the primary factor that justifies their attendance at Pittcon year after year. Courses range in length from one half day to two days and are taught by experienced professionals who are experts in their fields. The value of course attendance is enhanced by the opportunities to network with your peers and share your experiences in face-to-face interactions with instructors and fellow attendees. Why Take a Short Course? Gain valuable technical knowledge in your field Improve job productivity Obtain training in new technologies Provide career and /professional development Enhance your knowledge in a particular field Obtain instruction by renowned professionals who are experts in their fields Take advantage of affordable costs compared to other venuesa

VISIT THE PITTCON LIBRARY FOR...

• Technical Presentations by presenters from past Pittcon's such as:
  • Characterizing Nanoparticles Used in Bio Applications
  • Contaminants Identified in Environmental Waters Using a ToF Screening Approach
  • Method Transfer between HPLC and UHPLC: Issues and Solutions
  • Screening and Quantitation of Targeted and Non-targeted Environmental Pollutants in Water Samples
  • VOLUME Fractions in Chemometric Calibration
• Archive of informative webinars sponsored by Pittcon and Wiley
  • Combined EBSD and EDS Analysis on SEM
  • High Performance LC-Based "Well Characterized Biologics"
  • Identify, Confirm, Solve, Explore with FTIR
  • Trace Elemental Analysis for the Mining and Metallurgy Industry: A Journey from Ore to Final Product
  • QA/QC of Materials and Coatings on Surfaces by Handheld FTIR Analyzers
• Archive of monthly conferee e-newsletters
• Pittcon news articles