
European Crystallographic Association Meeting
Reader Iain Oswald is presenting as a guest speaker at the European Crystallographic Meeting (ECM) in Poland.
The ECMs are the main meeting point for crystallographers in the ECA area to show their recent research. Microsymposia at ECMs are proposed and organized by ECA SIGs.

ToScA (tomography for scientific achievement) Conference
Physical Analysis Technician Rachel Feeney is delivering a poster presentation at the ToScA Conference in France.

Symposium on the Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
CMAC Associate Director Blair Johnston will present, and PhD researcher Harrison Fraser will showcase a poster, at the Symposium on the Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
Join leading experts from industry, government and academia for a full day dedicated to the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.
This one-day event will offer:
Presentations on the latest process technologies and digital tools
Varied perspectives on emerging industrial challenges
Networking opportunities with leading professionals and researchers
Poster session highlighting recent advances.

PharmSci 2025
CMAC Director Alastair Florence will be a guest speaker at PharmaSci 2025. The event will bring together academic and industry experts and thought leaders to share their knowledge and insights.

PharmaTech Integrates 2025
CMAC will be attending PharmaTech Integrates 2025 at the Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre in Glasgow on 18 September 2025.
Held in collaboration with CPI, this event brings together leaders in advanced medicines manufacturing and digital technologies, fostering collaboration across the pharmaceutical ecosystem.
From regulators and academic researchers to supply chain partners and technology providers, PharmaTech Integrates is a key opportunity to explore innovation, tackle industry challenges, and shape the future of medicines manufacturing.

The 8th International Symposium on Solid Oral Dosage Forms
PhD researcher Theo Tait is delivering a poster presentation at the 8th International Symposium on Solid Oral Dosage Forms.
This symposium aims to explore current challenges in the field of solid oral dosage forms, with focus on both theoretical and manufacturing perspectives. It will cover a broad range of topics relevant to both industry and academia, including advancements in modeling and digital tools, innovations in manufacturing processes and excipients, sustainability practices, life cycle analysis, and the latest developments in solid oral dosage form technologies.

PSSRC (Pharmaceutical Solid State Research Cluster)
PhD researcher Theo Tait is presenting at the PSSRC (Pharmaceutical Solid State Research Cluster) in Austria.
The Institute of Process and Particle Engineering together with the Research Center Pharmaceutical Engineering will be hosting the 2025 PSSRC Annual Symposium in Graz from 24/9 to 26/9/2025.

Lab of the Future Congress
The Lab of the Future Congress series interrogates the latest advances and drivers shaping life science research, development and manufacturing, and how these advances can be harnessed to deliver much needed therapeutics at pace and scale. The Congress focuses on the changing nature of the modern research environment, the role of new and emerging technologies and modalities, and the shift to a more collaborative research culture. Our format of curated content, lightening talks, and discussion sessions delivers thought leadership, open discussion, and high levels of audience participation.
CMAC Directors Alastair Florence and Massimo Bresciani will be attending this event as delegates.

Scottish Graduate Fair
The CMAC Skills team will be exhibiting at the Scottish Graduate Fair 2025.
Come along to hear about our PhD opportunities!

2025 AIChE Annual Meeting
Professor Jan Sefcik is delivering a presentation at AIChE Annual Meeting 2025.
The 2025 AIChE Annual Meeting unites academic and industry researchers at all career stages seeking innovation and professional development. Connect with a diverse audience to gain insights on the latest research, network with experts, and advance your career.

Open Days 2026
Discover how Industry 5.0 technologies are shaping the future of medicines manufacturing, with insights into the latest trends, tools, and strategies for creating future-ready, resilient and sustainable manufacturing processes. 🌱💊
Engage with industry and academic experts as they share insights and strategies for transforming how medicines are developed and produced. 🤝
Join us as we celebrate the 10th edition of CMAC Open Days! 🎉
📅 Save the date: 24–26 March 2026

11th International Granulation Workshop conference
Discover how Industry 5.0 technologies are shaping the future of medicines manufacturing, with insights into the latest trends, tools, and strategies for creating future-ready, resilient and sustainable manufacturing processes. 🌱💊
Engage with industry and academic experts as they share insights and strategies for transforming how medicines are developed and produced. 🤝
Join us as we celebrate the 10th edition of CMAC Open Days! 🎉
📅 Save the date: 24–26 March 2026

British Association for Crystal Growth (BACG)
We’re pleased to share that Farha Kamaal, PhD Researcher at CMAC, will be attending the 54th Annual Conference of the British Association for Crystal Growth (BACG 2025), taking place from 1–3 July 2025 at the University of Leeds.
Farha will be presenting her latest research in a poster. The event’s programme brings together experts from across academia and industry.

Compaction simulation forum
PhD researcher Musab Osman will be representing CMAC at the upcoming Compaction Simulation Forum in San Francisco, USA.

2025 Europe ISPE Annual Conference
CMAC’s Technical Portfolio Manager, Ian Houson, will be attending the 2025 ISPE Europe Annual Conference on 12 May 2025.
This flagship event brings together pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical professionals from across the sector – including students, early-career talent, and senior executives – to discuss the latest developments in drug manufacturing, supply chain innovation, equipment and services, and global regulatory strategies.

PDA Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Quality Conference 2025
Associate Director Daniel Markl will be attending the PDA Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Quality Conference 2025 as a guest speaker.
The event takes place in Singapore from 6–7 May 2025 and brings together industry leaders to discuss the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality.

British Crystallographic Association meeting
Iain Oswald is attending the British Crystallogrpahic Association meeting at the University of Leeds as he is chairing a session.
The theme of the next BCA Spring Meeting is “Learning from Others”, which highlights the necessity in the current research environment to interact and collaborate to get the best data or to develop a deeper understanding.

APV Continuous Manufacturing Conference
Mohammad Salehian is attending the APV Continuous Manufacturing Conference in Basel, Switzerland.
Keynote Talks:
PAT: Where Do We Come From, Where Is PAT Now, and Where Are We Going?
Presented by Steve Hammond, SHC, United StatesNovartis: Like-for-Like Concept Between Development and Commercial Manufacturing
Virtual tour of the CM pilot plant with Victoria Pauli and colleagues, Novartis Basel, SwitzerlandPresentation of the Continuous Operation Facilities for Large Molecules (BioFuture Plant)
Presented by Novartis, Basel, Switzerland

Transforming Pharmaceutical Development with MCS Plus and Digital Innovation Conference
Join Us at the Transforming Pharmaceutical Development with MCS Plus and Digital Innovation Conference
We're excited to announce that Research Associate Mohammad Salehian will be attending the Transforming Pharmaceutical Development with MCS Plus and Digital Innovation Conference.
Advanced in-vitro and in-silico biopharmaceutics tools for oral drug delivery
Hannah Batchelor will be presenting as a guest speaker at the Advances in In-Vitro and In-Silico Biopharmaceutics Tools for Oral Drug Delivery event in Portugal.


Scotland's Life Sciences Annual Conference & Awards Dinner
CMAC Director, Professor Alastair Florence, will be attending Scotland’s Life Sciences Annual Conference & Awards Dinner at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Glasgow.
Now in its 25th year, this prestigious event is a key fixture in Scotland’s life sciences calendar, celebrating the individuals and organisations that have made outstanding contributions to the sector over the past year.
Professor Florence is also serving as a judge on the awards panel, helping to recognise excellence and innovation across the industry.

Water Days 2025
Professor Sven L. M. Schroeder is presenting as a guest speaker at the Water Days 2025 in DESY Hamburg, Germany.
The workshop will kick off with a plenary session providing updates on the status of CMWS, followed by a Science Session and Poster Session in the evening. The next two days will feature presentations of the ESP projects, along with contributed talks and lectures from our invited speakers.
Find out more: Water Days 2025 - Save the Date

Pharma Integrates 2024
Industry Director Massimo Bresciani is attending Pharma Integrates 2024 in London.
Pharma Integrates is a premier event uniting leaders across the pharmaceutical pipeline to address their needs, exchange insights, and engage in discussions on critical issues shaping the future of patient outcomes.
As the flagship event within Life Science Integrates, Pharma Integrates has established itself as an essential occasion for senior leadership in the pharma and healthcare sectors.

Kadans Innovation Summit '24
Industry Director Massimo Bresciani is attending the Kadans Innovation Summit '24 in London.
This is a great opportunity to meet leading researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are pushing the boundaries of life sciences.
The event will cover an array of compelling topics, including the latest advancements in oncology and how data analytics and artificial intelligence are revolutionising life sciences.
GenAI Day
Research Associates Weiling Wang and Mohammad Salehian, along with PhD Researcher Omar El-Habbak, are attending the GenAI Day at the University of Glasgow as delegates.
This event highlights the latest advancements in generative AI and its transformative potential across industries. Stay tuned as they share insights from this exciting day of innovation and discovery!
Leverhulme Research Centre for Functional Materials Design 3rd Biennial Symposium
PDRA Thomas Pickles will be attending the Leverhulme Research Centre for Functional Materials Design 3rd Biennial Symposium, where he will deliver a presentaiton.
This 3rd Biennial symposium is for established and early-career scientists, post-graduate students and industrial researchers interested in materials discovery.

AIChE Annual Meeting 2024
CMAC PhD student Irene Moreno Flores and Research Associates Christopher Boyle and John Armstrong will be attending the AIChE Annual Meeting 2024 in San Diego, where they will be delivering a presentation and poster presentation.
This premier event brings together chemical engineers from academia and industry to explore cutting-edge advancements and foster professional growth.
Catch their insights and presentations at the San Diego Convention Center and Hilton San Diego Bayfront!

Scotland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition
Scotland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expo
Incorporating a comprehensive conference programme and an extensive exhibition area displaying the latest technological solutions and business services available, the Scotland Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition will highlight the key trends and challenges facing Scottish industry, while also offering practical solutions and showcasing the latest innovations, developments in best practice and new technological advances.
Join the team from CMAC on stand H03 as we showcase the latest innovations from CMAC and associated projects.

2024 European SIFT-MS Symposium
CMAC will be attending the 2024 European SIFT-MS Symposium, taking place from October 7-9, 2024, at the J. Heyrovský Institute in Prague, Czech Republic.
This symposium promises to be an engaging and enriching experience for all scientists interested in SIFT-MS technology.
CMAC’s PhD Researcher, Aaron Smith, will be presenting as a guest speaker.
Find out more: https://jh-inst.cas.cz/scientific-meetings/2024-european-sift-ms-symposium

The Lab of the Future - Europe
The Lab of the Future Congress series interrogates the latest advances and drivers shaping life science research, development and manufacturing, and how these advances can be harnessed to deliver much needed therapeutics at pace and scale. The Congress focuses on the changing nature of the modern research environment, the role of new and emerging technologies and modalities, and the shift to a more collaborative research culture.
Join CMAC as it showcases the latest innovations associated with its DM2 project.
Association for Crystalization Technology (ACT) 25th Larson Workshop
CMAC Director Alastair Florence will be attending this event to present as a guest speaker.
Find more information on their website: https://25thlarsonworkshop.comfre.iastate.edu/
Scottish Graduate Fair
CMAC are attending the Scottish Graduate Fair 2024, now firmly established as the biggest graduate & postgraduate recruitment event in Scotland.
This fair is FREE to attend and is open to ALL university students and graduates from across Scotland!
Registration will OPEN at the END of AUGUST. You will be able to register via this page! https://www.strath.ac.uk/professionalservices/careers/events/scottishgraduatefair/
Join CMAC at the event, where CMAC staff will be promoting our latest PhD opportunities.

PharmaTech Integrates 2024
PharmaTech Integrates 2024
In partnership with CPI's Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre: A gathering of experts in disruptive Pharma manufacturing technologies.
CMAC is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of PharmaTech Integrates 2024 and looks forward to meeting you at our stand to discuss the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing research.
Join the CMAC team as Director Alastair Florence, Associate Director Daniel Markl, and National Facility Manager Ian Houson participate in talks.
CAMS (Community for analytical Measurement Science) 4th Annual Conference and Networking Event
CMAC PhD student Isra Ibrahim will be attending the CAMS 4th Annual Conference and Networking Event in London, where she will be presenting as a guest speaker.
This one-day event will highlight the impactful research, collaborations, and fellowship projects within the CAMS community over the past two years. Join Isra and other experts at the Royal Society of Chemistry to explore the latest advancements in analytical measurement science!
Small Molecules Crystallization Workshop
This event promises to offer further opportunities to learn, network, and be inspired by industry leaders and experts.
We highly encourage you to extend your stay and make the most of this wonderful opportunity. Both workshops are free of charge, so you will gain tremendous benefits from attending both.
Workshop title: Small Molecules Crystallization Workshop
Details: Politecnico di Torino is pleased to welcome crystallization scientists and enthusiasts from academia and industry for the “Small Molecule Crystallization Workshop” sponsored by the European Research Council (949229) and the European Federation of Chemical Engineering Working Party of Crystallization. The event will be held at Politecnico di Torino (Italy), on the 18th and 19th of September 2024. Talks from industrial and academic speakers will highlight the current challenges, research trends, and future developments in the field of crystallization of small molecules for the food, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries, to name a few. Talks will focus on industrial applications of crystallization processes, multiscale modelling (e.g., from atomistic to continuous systems), and experimental design, synthesis & characterization of crystalline particles, formulations, and processes at different scales.
Join the CMAC team as we network and showcase the latest innovations from CMAC and associated projects.
7th RSC-CICAG / RSC-BMCS Artificial Intelligence in Chemistry
Artificial Intelligence is experiencing a renaissance in the development of new methods and practical applications to ongoing challenges in Chemistry. Following the successes of five annual “Artificial Intelligence in Chemistry” meetings starting in 2018, we are pleased to announce that the Chemical Information & Computer Applications Group (CICAG) and Biological & Medicinal Chemistry Sector (BMCS) of the Royal Society of Chemistry are once again organizing a conference to present the current advances in AI and machine learning in Chemistry. The meeting will be held over two and a half days and combine aspects of artificial intelligence and deep machine learning methods to applications in chemistry. The programme will include a mixture of keynote talks, panel discussions, oral presentations, flash presentations, posters, and opportunities for open debate, networking, and discussion.
This year, the meeting has changed format to two and a half days and will include a workshop on the first day. Please keep checking the website for updates.
Join CMAC for this exciting event, where our team will be actively participating.

BIWIC 2024
The 29th BIWIC – International Workshop on Industrial Crystallization will this year be hosted by Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands, from September 11 to 13, 2024. The workshop organization is supported by Pro2Tech institute of Delft University of Technology.
The workshop has become an important part of the conference calendar for crystallization groups worldwide. The aim is to gather interested parties from academia, industry, and research institutes to discuss their work and exchange knowledge towards overcoming challenges and advancing the knowledge frontiers in industrial crystallization. It is also a great opportunity to initiate (or expand) your connections with renowned scientists and industry leaders in the crystallization field in a friendly atmosphere.
Join the CMAC team as PhD researcher Mitchelle Mandaza delivers a presentation and poster presentation.

APS Pharmsci
We are excited to be attending the 15th APS PharmSci International Conference.
This year, the conference will be held at the University of Huddersfield from 4-6 September 2024.
This is a great programme with speakers who are academic and industry experts and thought leaders who will be sharing their knowledge and expertise. Speakers are carefully selected to provide attendees with the most valuable and relevant information.
Join CMAC at the conference, where Research Associates Christopher Boyle and John Armstrong will deliver poster presentations, and Professor in Biopharmaceuticals Hannah Batchelor will deliver a presentation.

PSSRC 18th Annual Symposium
The Chair of Solids Process Engineering is hosting the next PSSRC Annual Symposium (in Dortmund) from 27-29.08.2024.
The Pharmaceutical Solid State Research Cluster (PSSRC) was founded at the 2006 AAPS Annual Meeting in San Antonio, TX. It has since gradually expanded and now involves researchers from the eleven different universities. They have teamed up to collaborate on overcoming current limitations in the formulation of solid dosage forms. The focus of their work is on the development of novel and improved solid pharmaceutical dosage forms and strategies to ensure the quality of medicines.
The research activities in the different groups cover all areas of solid dosage form development. Current areas of particular interest are solubility enhancement, stability of medicines, physical pharmacy, process understanding, and process analytical technology (PAT).
More information about PSSRC can be found at www.pssrc.org
Join CMAC at the symposium, where Research Associates Michael Devlin and Mohammad Salehian, along with PhD student Theo Tait, will be presenting their work.

34th European Crystallographic Meeting
CMAC's Solid-State Research Instrument Scientist, Martin Ward, and Reader, Iain Oswald, will be attending this year’s European Crystallography Meeting in Padova to showcase some of CMAC's latest work on developing strategies for in-house high-pressure powder diffraction.
Join Martin on August 30th as he presents his work on the development of in-house high-pressure PXRD and discusses how this capability is enhancing our options for thorough characterization of pharmaceutical solid forms.
Learn more about the event and register here: https://www.ecm34.org/