International Conference on Analytical ChemistryJune 15-21, 1997Moscow University, Moscow, RussiaAIMSThe objective of the conference is to highlight the most recent developments in the field of analytical science, specifically in thesubject areas identified below. Presentations will be given in the form of plenary and contributed lectures as well as postersessions. It is hoped that the poster sessions will be used to encourage scientists of different generations to exchange ideas andshare experiences in their respective fields.SCOPEThe following major topics will be discussed at the conference:Analytical chemistry: Philosophical aspectPreconcentration (including solid phase extraction)C hemometr icsChromatography (GC, HPLC, TLC, IC etc.)and related techniques (CE)Molecular spectroscopy (IR, Raman)Nuclear methodsKinetic methodsBioanalytical chemistryAnalysis of new materials(including high-purity materials)Sampling and sample treatmentOrganic analytical reagentsQuality assurance/quality controlAtomic spectroscopy (absorption emission,Mass spectrometryElectroanalytical methodsExpress test methodsAnalysis of raw materialsAnalysis of food and agricultural productsClinical analysisfluorescence, XRF, lasers)ORGANIS ING COMMITTEEChairperson, Yu A.ZolotovVice-chairmen, B.F. Myasoedova, V.A. Davankov and V.G. KoloshnikovGeneral secretary, L.N. KolomietsYu A. Karpov, I.N. Kiseleva, P.N. Nesterenko, G.I. Ramendik, O.A. Shpigun, S.I. Sinkov, 1.1. Smirenkina,B.Ya. Spivakov, M.M. ZaletinaINTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEEChairman, Yu A.ZolotovF . Adams , BelgiumR. Barnes, USAM. Novotny, USAH. Englehardt, GermanyT. Fujinaga, JapanM. Grasserbauer, AustriaB. Welz, GermanyA. Hulanicki, PolandE. Mentasti, ItalyB . F . Myasoedov , RussiaV .A. Davankov , RussiaH. Frieser, USAE. Pungor, HungaryI. Havesov , BulgariaJ . F . K . Huber , AustriaT Yotsuyanagi, JapanM.I. Karayannis, GreeceH. Akaiwa, JapanC. Boutron, FranceH. Pardue, USAK. Niemax, GermanyP.G. Zambonin, ItalyI.Kuselman, IsraelS . Tsuge , JapanV. G . Koloshnikov, RussiaG. Werner, GermanyJ.G.H. du Preez, South AfricaJ .A. Perez-Bustamente, SpainL. Sommer, Czech RepublicW. Lindner, AustriaF. Macasek, SlovakiaM. Valiente, SpainH.M. (Skip) Kingston, USAM.W idmer , SwitzerlandYu. A. Karpov, RussiaCONFERENCE SECRETAR IATFor further information please contact :Dr L. N. Kolomiets,Scientific Council on Chromatography RAS, Leninsky Prospect 31, 117915 Moscow, Russia.E-mail : Iarionov@lmm. phyche.msk.suTel: 7 (095) 952 0065; 7 (095) 955 4685 Fax: 7 (095) 952 0065; 7 (095) 952 530CSI XXX PRE-SY MYOSIUMThe Third International Conference onSPECIATION OF ELEMENTS IN BIOLOGICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL ANDTOXICOLOGICAL SCIENCESThe Torresian Resort Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia, September 15-1 9, 1997INVI'I A'I'lO% AND CL\LL FOR PAPERSThe Organising Committee extends an invitation to all individuals involved in element research or its applications. A majorgoal of the symposium is to facilitate interdisciplinary and inter-sector discussion about all aspects of elements requiring anunderstanding of speciation, the five main themes of this symposium being :A, Speciation of Elements in Biology, Toxicology and Medicine;B, Speciution of Elements in Nutrition;C, Speciation of Elements in Environmental Toxicology;D, Surfacri and Purticle Characterisation; andE, New Developments in MethoddTechniques of Species Determinulion.A small number of travel scholarships will be provided to encourage overseas graduate students to attend and participate.TH E S( 'I ENT I FI<' P ROC.Rti M M E'The symposium programme will comprise four days of oral presentations, posters and discussion. All presenters will be askedto focus on new developments in research.Oral presentations (invited or submitted) will be 20 or 30 mins in duration. As atprevious symposia (Loen, Norway, 1991 and 1994) posters will play a central role, after formal viewing each poster presenterwill be given five minutes to present the salient features of their work to a discussion group to encourage in-depth feedback.SYhlPOSlliXI LOCATION AND DETAILSThe venue for the symposium, is The Torresian Resort of Port Douglas, Australia. This tropical Queensland location is situatednear Cairns, between the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. A Symposium Package rate has been arranged: AUD$1 55(per person, per night, twin share) and AUD $225 (single occupancy) and includes accommodation (Garden View Room)all meals and morning and afternoon teas.A limited amount of less expensive accommodation (room and board) will beavailable. This conference (as a pre-symposium to CSI XXX) i s scheduled to allow the participants to join the XXXColloquium Spectroscopicum lnternationale (21-26 September) in Melbourne.CON F E REN <' E P ROC E ED ING SAs with previous Speciation Symposia (see The Analyst 1 17; 549-691 and 120; 29-30N and 583-763) all papers presented asposters or lectures may be submitted as full papers for publication in a special issue of The Analyst, subject to the normalreview procedure of this journal.SOC 1 A I , PROGRAMMEAll participants and accompanying persons are invited to the symposium reception on Monday evening, September 15, and thedinner on Friday evening, September 19.Because of the numerous attractions available (e.g., swimming, all other watersports,cruises, canoeing, hiking, horse riding etc.) no other formal social events are planned. However, please note that for each fullday pf scientific sessions, the period 15.30 onwards will be set aside for the enjoyment of the mentioned activities by all. PortDouglas has a comfortable, year round, tropical climate. Day tours to the outer Barrier Reef are available.REGISI'RAI'ION FEEThe registration fee per delegate is AlJD $480 (AUD $1 50 for students)and includes the cost of the symposium dinner.S E <' 13 E Ti4 RIA TLocal (Registration)Third Speciation Symposiumc/o Dr 3. P. Matousek,Department of Analytical Chemistry, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, AustraliaTel : + 61 2 3854713 or + 61 2 4512322 (home)Fax : + 61 2 3856141E-mail : Matousek@unsw .edu .auI I I K S\'hlPOSIIIRI IS ORGANISED BY :The University of New South Wales (Sydney, Australia)The National Institute Of Occupational Health (Oslo, Norway)The Institute of Environment and Health (Universities of Toronto and McMuster, Canada)MAFF CSL Food Science Laboratory (Norwich, UK)ORGANIZING COMMITTEESLocal ProgrammeGraeme Batley (CSIRU, Lucus Heights)R. (Dick) Finlayson (Sydney, NSWJD. Brynn Hibbert (Sydney, NSfi')Jarda P. Matousek (s?/dney, NSW)Helen Crews (MAFF CSL, L'K)Jarda P. Matousek (Sydney, NSW)Evert Nieboer (Humilton. Canada)Yngvar Thomassen (Oslo, NorwayROYAL AUSTRALIAN CHEMICAL INSTITUTE AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE vXXX COLLOQUIUM SPECTROSCOPICUM INTERNATIONALEWorld Congress Centre, Melbourne, Australia, September 21st-26th, 1997Participants are invited to submit contributions for presentation on the following topics;Theory, Techniques and Instrumentation of :-Atomic Spectroscopy (Emission, Absorption, Fluorescence)Computer Applications and ChemometricsElectron SpectroscopyGamma SpectroscopyLaser SpectroscopyLuminescence SpectroscopyMass Spectrometry (Inorganic and Organic)Methods of Surface Analysis and Depth ProfilingUVNisible SpectroscopyNIR SpectroscopyIR SpectroscopyMossbauer SpectroscopyNuclear Magnetic Resonance SpectrometryPhotoacoustic and Photothermal SpectroscopyRaman SpectroscopyX-Ray SpectroscopyApplications of Spectroscopy to the Analysis of :-Biological and Environmental SamplesFood and Agricultural ProductsMetals, Alloys and Geological MaterialsIndustrial Processes and ProductsPlenary and Invited SpeakersTo date the following eminent spectroscopists have accepted invitations to present keynote lectures;Freddy AdamsMike AdamsMike BladesJohn ChalmersBruce ChasePeter FredericksManfred GrasserbauerMike GrossMike GuilhausPeter HannafordGary HieftjeKazuhiro ImaiHiroshi MasuharaBelgiumUKCanadaUKUSAAustraliaAustriaUSAAustraliaAustraliaUSAJapanJapanAndrew ZanderRussell McLeanJean-Michel MermetCaroline MountfordNicolo OmenettoMike RamseyAlfred0 Sanz MedelMargaret S hei 1Heinz SieslerRichard SnookYngvar ThomassenBernhard WeIzJohn WilliamsBarry SharpUSAAustraliaFranceAustraliaIdYUSASpainUKAustraliaGermanyUKNorwayGermanyUKIn connection with the XXX CSI a number of pre-symposia will be organised, the conference will feature an exhibition ofthe latest spectroscopic instrumentation and associated equipment.Social ProgrammeThe scientific programme will be punctuated with memorable social events and excursions of scientific, cultural and touristinterest.The social programme is open to all participants and accompanying persons.sponsorsAs at August 1995, the following companies have agreed to be major sponsors of XXX CSI 1997;GBC, Hewlett-Packard, Perkin Elmer and VarianFor further information contact -SecretaryMr P.L. LarkinsCSIRO Division of Materials Science & TechnologyPrivate Bag 33, Rosebank MDC, Clayton VIC 3169AUSTRALIATelephone: +61 3 95422003Facsimile: +61 3 95441 128E-mail: larkins @rivett.mst.csiro.auConference SecretariatThe Meeting Planners108 Church Street,Hawthorn VIC 3 122AUSTRALIATelephone: +61 3 98193700Facsimile: +61 3 98195978Updated information may be obtained from the XXX CSI homepage on the World Wide Web at :http://w w w. latrobe. edu.au/CSIcon f/XXXCSI. htmlQANTAS has been appointed the sole official carrier to the XXX CSI 1997. When making QANTAS reservations please quote JIF 734.The Analyst and JAAS have been appointed as the official journals for publications resulting from CSI ‘97. Authors are encouragedto bring their manuscripts to the conference