Diary

2025 will see the British Society For Microbial Technology celebrate its 40th Anniversary Microbiology Conference, which will return to the regular venue of the RAF Museum in Hendon, North London.

The sixth edition of the Transforming Digital Pathology and AI series will examine the practical impact of digital pathology and AI in healthcare, focusing on how these technologies are transforming diagnostics and enhancing patient care. Across the region, there has been substantial progress in integrating digital pathology with other diagnostic tools, creating more cohesive and efficient systems for clinicians and patients alike.

Despite the progress, integrating AI into clinical diagnostics presents real challenges, including the need for robust data, clear ground truth definitions, and significant resources. Through interactive discussions and focused presentations, we aim to address these challenges and offer practical strategies for supporting the wider adoption of digital pathology and AI.

Thornhill Healthcare Events' 10th face-to-face event will see the main topic of discussion be the government's forthcoming 10-year plan and the part clinical innovations will play in delivering improved patient care and true service transformation. The programme (available to download on the booking page) is filled with a wide range of expert speakers driving the conversation and debate through presentations, and six breakout sessions hosted by a panel of leaders in the sector. Delegates attending this one-day event will also benefit from a large exhibition featuring the latest clinical diagnostics and healthcare solutions. Delegates can customise their experience by attending the breakout sessions of their choice, making this a truly flexible day.

Attendance is free to NHS/public sector and academic delegates, with valid NHS or academic email addresses, but places are limited so book early. The early-bird fee for commercial delegates will be £199 +VAT has been extended until 5 April 2025.

A SHOT Meet the Expert webinar

A SHOT Meet the Expert webinar.

LabMedUK25 will bring together two days of high-quality science, comprising four plenary sessions and ten parallel symposia across 10-11 June. An exciting programme will challenge thinking around AI and laboratory medicine’s impact on health inequalities, as well as cover new science and updates on key areas. This is preceded by a training day for clinical biochemistry and microbiology trainees on 9 June, offering an important way for trainees to meet their peers as well as to learn.

This scientific meeting offers an opportunity to present science and research, submit clinical cases and abstracts, find out what is new from industry sponsors and corporate partners, and to network with colleagues from across the UK and abroad.

The 15th Joint Meeting of the British Division of the International Academy of Pathology (BDIAP) and the Pathological Society, in partnership with the Belgian Society of Pathology, will take place in Ghent, Belgium on 24-26 June 2025.

The multidisciplinary meeting brings together histopathologists, molecular pathologists, scientists, clinicians, laboratory technicians, trainees, PhD students and undergraduates to hear about the latest advances in our rapidly changing field. The scientific programme features lecturers from Europe, US and Japan discussing the latest advances including the applications of molecular and digital pathology. Visit the website to see the programme and secure your place.

Registrations and abstract submissions for the 2025 Annual SHOT Symposium are now open. Join the Serious Hazards of Transfusion (SHOT) scheme for an engaging and inspiring event, featuring insightful discussions, presentations from expert speakers, and valuable networking opportunities. This event will be relevant to all health care professionals involved in transfusion – laboratory staff, clinicians, transfusion practitioners and haemovigilance specialists, as well as quality assurance professionals.

Abstract submissions are open, with a deadline of 18 April. A limited number of free bursary places are offered. For further info please visit the SHOT website.

The European Society of Pathology (ESP) looks forward to welcoming all delegates to the 37th European Congress of Pathology - either on-site in Vienna or online.

IBMS Congress is an important forum for progressing professional skills and knowledge, supporting career development and promoting the profession. Learn from the leading voices in biomedical science and network with professionals across the field. 

The full scientific programme will feature Cellular Pathology, Clinical Chemistry, Cytopathology, Education and Training, Haematology, Immunology, Laboratory Management, Medical Microbiology, Plenary, Point of Care Testing, Quality Management, Transfusion Science, Virology, UKAS and more.