Overview/Workshop Purpose

Rapid methods and automation is a dynamic area in applied microbiology dealing with the study of improved methods in the isolation, early detection, characterization, and enumeration of microorganisms and their products in clinical, food, industrial, and environmental samples. This workshop, "Rapid Methods and Automation in Microbiology," will focus on the practical application of conventional and new commercial systems of rapid identification of microorganisms from medical specimens, foods, water, and the environment. Workshop participants will receive nine days of intensive theoretical and hands-on training in microbiological automation under the direction of Dr. Daniel Y.C. Fung, an internationally known authority in the field.

A celebration day and a two-day mini-symposium will be offered as an integral part of the workshop. Workshop participants must attend both the celebration/mini-symposium and the workshop. Some individuals may opt to attend the celebration/mini-symposium only.

Designed for:

• Microbiologists
• Quality Assurance and Control Managers
• Food Scientists
• Laboratory Directors
• Medical Technologists
• Researchers
• Consultants