Overview

The International Symposium on Separation Sciences (ISSS) is a prominent annual conference that brings together researchers, practitioners, and experts from various fields involved in separation sciences. This symposium focuses on advancements, innovations, and applications in techniques such as chromatography, electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and related methodologies.

History

The International Symposium on Separation Sciences (ISSS) series started in 1990 in Bled (Slovenia) as the continuation of a series of local seminars and conferences held in Zagreb since 1967. The first six editions were alternatively organized in Slovenia and Croatia and the subsequent editions were held as annual international meetings in Central European Countries, under the auspicious of the Central European Group for Separation Sciences (CEGSS). The symposium traditionally offers an opportunity to scientist and practitioners of high-performance separation techniques, such as GS, HPLC and capillary electromigration techniques, to present and discuss the latest progresses related to all aspects of these separation techniques, their hyphenation to other separation methods or spectroscopic techniques, and their applications in scientific and industrial areas.

Objectives

• To present the latest research findings and technological advancements in separation sciences.
• To facilitate networking and collaboration among scientists, researchers, and industry professionals.
• To provide a platform for young scientists and students to showcase their work and gain feedback from experts in the field.
• To discuss current challenges and future directions in separation sciences.

Typical Sessions and Topics

• Plenary and Keynote Lectures: Delivered by renowned experts highlighting significant advancements and trends in separation sciences.
• Technical Sessions: Covering a wide range of topics including liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, and hyphenated techniques.
• Workshops and Tutorials: Providing hands-on experience and in-depth understanding of specific techniques and applications.
• Poster Presentations: Showcasing ongoing research and new methodologies by students and early-career researchers.
• Exhibitions: Featuring the latest products, technologies, and services from leading companies in the field.

Notable Past Themes

• Advances in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Innovations in Mass Spectrometry for Complex Sample Analysis
• Emerging Techniques in Bioseparations
• Environmental Applications of Separation Sciences
• Advances in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Separations

Past Events

2023: 27th ISSS in Cluj-Napoca, Romania

2022: 26th ISSS in Ljubljana, Slovenia

2019: 25th ISSS in Lodz, Poland

Future Prospects

The ISSS continues to grow in significance, with an increasing number of participants and expanding scope of topics. Future conferences are expected to integrate more interdisciplinary approaches, incorporating advances in related fields such as nanotechnology, materials science, and bioengineering.