The EYP meetings have been running since 1995 and over this time have continued to grow in popularity and acclaim.

The meeting consists of lecture sessions and CPD training, but perhaps most importantly there is the opportunity to meet and network with other young analysts from a range of disciplines and backgrounds.

The topics covered are designed to broaden the delegates scientific knowledge base – encouraging them to think laterally about the potential applications of a wide range of analytical techniques. Speakers are chosen for their ability to inspire and motivate as well as their scientific prowess.

Examples of the conference themes covered over the last ten years include:

• If you cant take the sample to the lab take the lab to the sample
• Give it a sporting chance – the role of analytical techniques
• From Alchemy to Zymurgy
• Where size matters

Topics covered have included:

• Miniturisation
• Process Analytical Technology
• Analysis of fuels for the F1 circuit
• Development and analysis of high performance materials by Speedo for the Olympics

• Brewery Science
• Fire investigation
• Toxicological Screening
• Remote Sampling / Analysis

"I just wanted to say a personal "Thank you" for organizing such an excellent event at the weekend. It was extremely well organized and I can't wait for next year's EYP!" Dr. Adrian J. Wiggett, Technical Service Chemist – Africa, Baker Petrolite

"EYP is exactly what the AD should be spending their money on." Professor Dermot Diamond Dublin City University

"An excellent, lively meeting that combined cutting edge science with professional development and networking opportunities" Paul Worsfold, RSC Analytical Division President

"EYP2005 was an excellent event. It's a great chance to meet analysts from all areas of the discipline and I would strongly encourage our younger analysts to attend in the future and get actively involved in the RSC." James Riches Dstl