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1_ FinalProg16_OuterCovers.qxp_Layout 1 2/10/16 9:12 AM Page 2 Where Innovation Goes to Play. PITTCON 2016 | FINAL PROGRAM Pittcon, a leading conference and exposition for FSIXHNJSYNąHWJXJFWHM laboratory science, shines light on new technology ï)^SFRNHNSST[FYN[JJ]UTXNYNTS ï7TGZXYRZQYNINXHNUQNSJ9JHMSNHFQ5WTLWFR Final Program March 5-9, 2017 ï8PNQQGZNQINSL8MTWY(TZWXJX Chicago, IL ï*]YJSXN[JSJY\TWPNSLTUUTWYZSNYNJX Follow us for special announcements McCormick+TQQT\ZXKTWXUJHNFQFSSTZSHJRJSYX Place March 6 -10, 2016 | Atlanta, Georgia | Georgia World Congress Center | www.pittcon.org 1_ FinalProg16_OuterCovers.qxp_Layout 1 2/10/16 9:12 AM Page 3 PITTCON AT YOUR FINGERTIPS PARTICIPATING Download the Pittcon 2016 Mobile App 2016 SPONSORS We thank the following exhibitors who participate at Sponsorship Level. Their contribution Sponsored by: goes to our mission of funding science education activities at all academic levels. PLEASE VISIT THEIR BOOTHS TO LEARN ABOUT THE PRODUCTS Booth # 3627 AND SERVICES THEY OFFER . PLAN YOUR WEEK PLATINUM SPONSOR with the enhanced agenda building feature VIEW EXHIBITOR PROFILES then star and make notes in Booth #3538 exhibitors of interest SEARCH THE TECHNICAL GOLD SPONSORS PROGRAM AND SHORT COURSES to read abstracts, schedule your week and take notes ATLANTA INFORMATION Booth #1338 on restaurants, night-life and travel details POST SHOW REPORT sent to your email EXPO FLOOR MAPS Booth #3157 in the palm of your hand REAL TIME SILVER SPONSOR messages and alerts STAY CONNECTED with the live Twitter feed and create posts from the app Web version available for all other devices: pittcon.org/mobile-app Booth #3857 1_ FinalProg16_pp1-11.qxp_Layout 1 2/9/16 4:43 PM Page 1 INDEX ACTIVITIES . 3 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS AND PROPOSALS James L. Waters CaLL for ProPosaLs . 10 PIttsBUrGH CoNfereNCe aCHIeVemeNt aWarD CaLL for NomINatIoNs . 11 PIttsBUrGH CoNfereNCe memorIaL NatIoNaL CoLLeGe GraNt ProGram. 11 PIttsBUrGH sPeCtrosCoPY aWarD CaLL for NomINatIoNs . 11 PIttsBUrGH aNaLYtICaL CHemIstrY aWarD. 11 CHILD CARE - CAMP PITTCON . 3 CONFEREE NETWORKING . 6 EMPLOYMENT BUREAU . 4 EXPOSITION eXHIBIt fLoor PLaN . Inside Back Cover foldout eXHIBItor DIreCtorY . 88-143 eXHIBItor semINar LIstING . 81-87 GENERAL INFORMATION CHILDreN oN tHe eXPosItIoN fLoor . 2 INterNet aND e-maIL aCCess . 2 Press room/meDIa CeNter. 3 PHotoGraPHIC eQUIPmeNt . 3 PRODUCT/PROGRAM LOCATOR . 3 PUBLISHER PARTNERS . 8 SECURITY/LOST & FOUND. 2 SHORT COURSES BY DATE . 12-14 TECHNICAL PROGRAM. 18-80 aGeNDa of sessIoNs. 15-17 aWarDs. 8 PIttCoN 2016 ProGram CHaIrmaN’s messaGe . 144 WaLLaCe H. CoULter LeCtUre, W.e. moerNer . 9 Waters sYmPosIUm . 10 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION. 5 1 1_ FinalProg16_pp1-11.qxp_Layout 1 2/9/16 4:43 PM Page 2 GENEral INformatIoN APPLE/SOUVENIR BOOTHS EXPOSITION HOURS EMAIL AND INTERNET ACCESS Complimentary apples and your 2016 complimentary PITTCON 2016 EXPOSITION HOURS: Complimentary wireless internet access is available souvenir bag are available on the exposition floor at the Monday, March 7 . 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. throughout all public areas of Georgia World Congress Apple/Souvenir Booths 863 and 4618. Tuesday, March 8. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Center and on the exposition floor. This service is Wednesday, March 9 . 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. intended for all conferees and exhibitors to have BUSINESS CENTER Thursday, March 10. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. internet connectivity for email and web access from The FedEx Business Center is located on the lobby their portable PC or web enabled device. Two Internet level in the AB Main Entrance in front of the Registration EMERGENCY INFORMATION Cafes, located in booths 1406 and 3470, are provided on Hall B. General Emergency – Ext. 4911 from any house phone the exhibit́ floor. Computers with internet connectivity or 404-223-4911 from any cell phone and printers are available for access for all registered conferees and exhibitors with a 10 minute time limit CHILDREN ON THE EXPOSITION FLOOR Pittcon Security and Lost and Found – Room B202 per use and are only available during published The nature and amount of equipment on display makes exposition hours. the exposition floor potentially dangerous for children. FIRST AID STATION Internet Cafes and WiFi sponsored by Chemplex - We encourage you to utilize the services of Camp Pittcon. The First Aid office is located in Room B410 Booth #3857 If you feel that you must have your child on the exposition floor with you, please follow these guidelines: INFORMATION BOOTHS There are Information Booths at the following locations: 1 All children under the age of 16 must register in the Registration Office, receive and display a badge and Information Booth – Main Bus Drop-off be accompanied on the exposition floor by a registered The information booth is in the lobby area of PITTCON 2016 RELAXATION STATION adult. No one under the age of 16 is permitted on the building B, at the bus drop-off doors Sponsored by Shimadzu – Booth #1338 exposition floor during set-up and tear-down. Information Booth – Central 2 No strollers, backpacks, carriages, or similar devices The information booth is adjacent to the for transporting children are permitted on the Registration Area in building B exposition floor. Information Booth – Hall A Visit Shimadzu at booth #1338 to pick up your coupon 3 Show Management or Security will remove any child The Information booth is in the lobby area of for a COMPLIMENTARY stress relieving, upper body from the exposition floor who exhibits disruptive or building A, opposite the entrance doors, and massage at the Relaxation Station located in Building B, dangerous behavior. The child’s adult companion will near the escalators Level 2, mid-concourse, next to the water feature. also be asked to leave. INTERNATIONAL VISITOR SERVICE MOBILE APPLICATION COAT AND BAGGAGE CHECK The International Visitor Service is located at the Sponsored by Filmetrics, booth #3627 Coat and Baggage checks are located near the main entrance lobby area in Building B. Multi lingual Registration Area, behind the main entrance Interpreters and staff will be available to assist, where of building B. possible, the international attendees with any aspect of their attendance. The Pittcon 2016 Mobile App is an all-inclusive tool EXHIBITOR-DISTRIBUTOR NETWORKING Hours of Operation Sunday . 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. that puts all conference and expo information at The Exhibitor/Distributor Networking service provides Monday –Wednesday . 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. your fingertips! an effective and easy way for Pittcon exhibitors and Thursday . 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Build your daily agenda, search technical sessions distributors to connect at Pittcon 2016. A database of and exhibitors, take notes and star items, and receive helpful contact information, facilitates connections for real-time messages and alerts. The app is available for Pittcon exhibitors seeking distributors and for distributors free download on iOS and Android devices. Find it on who seek products to license, sell and/or distribute. the App Store and Google Play. A web version is This networking service also provides an easy way for available for all other devices. exhibitors and distributors from other international trade shows that we partner with during the year to connect at Pittcon. The Exhibitor /Distributor Networking office is located in Room B208. Hours of Operation Monday - Wednesday . 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 2 1_ FinalProg16_pp1-11.qxp_Layout 1 2/9/16 4:43 PM Page 3 GENEral INformatIoN SPECIAL NEEDS PRODUCT AND PROGRAM LOCATOR/ CHILD CARE ON SITE AT CAMP PITTCON If you need a wheelchair accessible vehicle to transport AGENDA BUILDER High quality, convenient child care is available at the you to and from your hotel and the convention center, Computer terminals are available to access the Product Georgia World Congress Center during Pittcon. We provide please call 866-767-3305 to schedule a pickup. Calling and Program Agenda Builder application. They are located a subsidized child care program that will utilize the several hours in advance is always recommended, and in Centennial Park on the exposition floor and in the expertise of a nationally known child care organization. you will be able to schedule your pickups for the entire hallway near the Program Office, Room B306. The week once you set your first reservation. Agenda Builder application allows conferees to search Each member of the Camp Pittcon staff is a child care professional trained to supervise and entertain your child. Wheelchairs and scooters for use during conference for products, program presentations, exhibitors and short We are committed to making your Pittcon 2016 experience week are available for rental and pickup from the FedEx courses. During the process, you can also build your own family-friendly. business office located in the convention center. Supply personal agenda to use during Pittcon. Remember to is limited; therefore, advanced reservations are highly create a user account with a username and password recommended. Contact ScootARound at 888-441-7575 if you wish to save your agenda. Agenda Builder can Hours of Operation or visit scootaround.com. be found on the Pittcon website.