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2026
Workshop – Microplastics Analytical Methods in Food: Current State of Art and Beyond
2026-01-21
Brussels, Belgium
- ILSI Europe
This one-day analytical workshop aims to shed light on the current state of the art in microplastics analytics and to stimulate discussion on future challenges in this rapidly evolving field
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About the event
This one-day analytical workshop aims to shed light on the current state of the art in microplastics analytics and to stimulate discussion on future challenges in this rapidly evolving field. One of the key objectives is to advance quantitative exposure assessment in relation to foods and beverages, and to discuss future challenges in this young evolving field. This workshop offers a unique opportunity for professionals from academia, industry, and the public sector to exchange ideas, engage in meaningful discussions, and build valuable cross-disciplinary connections.
Programme
10:00 - Dr. Isabelle Guelinckx (ILSI Europe), Introduction to ILSI Europe
10:10 - Todd Guin (TG Environmental Research), Introduction to Microplastics Initiative & workshop objectives
10:20 - Dr. Dieter Fischer (Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden), Dr. Eva Vizsolyi (OFI), Dr. Nadiia Yakovenko (Microplastics Solution), Dr. Christoph Kappacher (MiqaLab), Current state of art of microplastics analytics
11:40 - Dr. Pietro Gucciardi (CNR), Touching base to 2025 EFSA supporting publication and methods like Raman Technique in MiP detection in foods & beverages
12:20 - Panel discussion
13:00 - Lunch & networking break
14:30 - Breakout rooms
16:30 - Next steps & conclusions
A key outcome of the workshop will lead to the development of a peer-reviewed scientific publication, as well as the further analysis and refinement of the content for a future research proposal - an activity to be initiated in 2026.
Registration
Attendance is limited to stakeholders in microplastics analytics. Free attendance to this workshop is reserved for ILSI Europe members and experts from Academia and the Public Sector. Industry participants from non-ILSI Europe member companies wishing to join are welcome for a fee of €250.
Register here
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10:10 - Todd Guin (TG Environmental Research), Introduction to Microplastics Initiative & workshop objectives
10:20 - Dr. Dieter Fischer (Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden), Dr. Eva Vizsolyi (OFI), Dr. Nadiia Yakovenko (Microplastics Solution), Dr. Christoph Kappacher (MiqaLab), Current state of art of microplastics analytics
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A key outcome of the workshop will lead to the development of a peer-reviewed scientific publication, as well as the further analysis and refinement of the content for a future research proposal - an activity to be initiated in 2026.
Registration
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Register here
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