The SLAS International Conference and Exhibition is the flagship annual conference and exhibition presented by SLAS and the must-attend event dedicated to life sciences discovery and laboratory automation technology. This premier event brings together 7,500+ life sciences researchers and laboratory automation technology professionals under one roof to showcase the latest innovations in life sciences, drug discovery, and laboratory automation. The conference features dynamic exhibitions, eight scientific tracks, educational sessions, networking opportunities, and recognition programs including SLAS Travel Awards, Innovation Awards, and Student Poster Awards.
Conference Information
Conference Highlights
•Pre-conference Short Courses and the Azenta Technology Provider Showcase run February 7-8, the dynamic exhibition with eight scientific tracks fills February 9-11, and the new Thrive in Science Women's Leadership Forum caps the week on February 12.
What It's Known For
SLAS International Conference & Exhibition is known for being the flagship annual event for laboratory automation and screening technologies, attracting 7,500+ life sciences researchers and laboratory automation technology professionals. It is the premier gathering for showcasing the latest innovations in life sciences, drug discovery, and laboratory automation. The conference features dynamic exhibitions, eight scientific tracks, educational sessions from experts across academia and industry, networking opportunities, and recognition programs including SLAS Travel Awards, Innovation Awards, and Student Poster Awards. The event includes pre-conference Short Courses, Technology Provider Showcase, and the new Thrive in Science: SLAS Women's Leadership Forum.
Target Audience
Scientists, researchers, laboratory automation professionals, life sciences researchers, drug discovery professionals, technology providers, industry professionals, academic researchers, early career scientists, students, and anyone working in laboratory automation, screening technologies, and life sciences discovery. The conference is ideal for those looking to learn about the latest innovations, network with peers, discover new automation solutions, and advance their research and technology capabilities.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Flagship SLAS gathering that draws 7,500+ life sciences and laboratory automation professionals for exhibitions, education across eight tracks, networking events, and recognition programs such as SLAS Travel Awards, Innovation Award, and Student Poster Awards.
Cons
No live
✗streaming registration option is available for SLAS2026, so participation requires onsite attendance and badge pickup in Boston.
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