Evening Workshops

Organisers:
Dr Alba Alvarez Martin, Rijksmuseum Amsterdam
Dr Caroline Bouvier, Bibliothèque Nationale de France

Abstract: The cultural heritage workshop will bring together experts from across disciplines to explore how mass spectrometry can advance the study of artworks, archaeological specimens, and historical artefacts. Key topics include minimizing damage to fragile materials, navigating ethical considerations around sample handling and provenance, and refining methods for working with rare and limited samples. The session will also highlight the importance of collaboration with conservators and curators, as well as opportunities for employment, funding, and fellowships in this growing field.

Organisers:
Anton Calabrese, University of Leeds, UK
Frank Sobott, University of Leeds, UK
Rebecca Beveridge, University of Strathclyde, UK

Abstract: Native mass spectrometry (MS) and allied structural MS technologies are increasingly used to address previously intractable challenges in structural biology and are now widely adopted across academic and industrial settings. This interactive workshop, led by a panel of experts from academia and industry, will showcase diverse research applications of native MS and facilitate discussion on emerging growth areas and efforts to standardise data deposition/reporting. In particular, the session will explore how the very latest native MS strategies can deliver new insights into molecular mechanisms, and drive impact, for example by supporting drug discovery and development.

Organisers:
Dr. Eva-Stina Merkel, Wiley, Weinheim, Germany
Dr. Julia Chamot-Rooke, Institut Pasteur, Paris, France
Prof. Dietrich Volmer, Humboldt University, Berlin, Germany

Abstract: This interactive workshop explores key trends shaping today’s publishing landscape, including open access and the use of artificial intelligence, with a focus on what they mean for authors. Editors from Analytical Science Advances, Journal of Mass Spectrometry, and Rapid Communications in Mass Spectrometry will share practical insights and concrete advice to help you strengthen your manuscript and improve your chances of getting published.

Organisers:
Sarah Wilson, University of York, UK
Ruby Spratt, University of York, UK
Brícia Marques Parreiras, University of York, UK

Abstract: The integration of mass spectrometry (MS) and spectroscopy continues to gain traction within the MS community, driven by the increasing availability and affordability of compact laser systems. These technologies can now be integrated directly into mass spectrometers, enabling powerful new analytical capabilities.

This workshop will bring together experts from national facilities and university laboratories who are actively developing and applying combined MS–spectroscopy approaches. Each panelist will provide a short tutorial-style introduction to their work, highlighting key instrumentation, methodologies, and applications, including techniques such as IRMPD and UVPD.

Following these introductions, an interactive panel discussion and Q&A session will provide participants with the opportunity to engage directly with speakers. The session will focus on current technological capabilities, practical challenges, and emerging opportunities in the integration of MS and spectroscopy, offering insights grounded in real-world implementations.

Organisers:
Samuele Zoratto, TU Wien
Michiel Vandenbosch, M4i – Maastricht University
Greta Bindi, University of Milano-Bicocca
Jens Soltwisch, University Hospital Münster / University of Münster
Martina Marchetti-Deschmann, Vetmeduni

Abstract: Join the IMSF Focus Group Workshop on MS Imaging for an interactive discussion on where the field is heading and which questions still remain open. The workshop will be built around small-group discussions covering topics such as multiomics, multimodal approaches, cellular analysis, and current challenges in MSI. It is designed to encourage open exchange and active participation from both early-career and established researchers.

Organisers:
Ezgi Gürler, Czech Academy of Sciences (FeMS)
Rosangela Silva Santos, Heidelberg University (FeMS)
Iulia Macavei, Evosep Biosystems, Denmark (FeMS)

Abstract: Every lab has a funding story, but almost none are told. What is yours?

What happens when funding decisions put a lab, a project, or a career at risk?

Funding uncertainty is a defining yet rarely discussed reality across both academia and industry. In this FeMS-organized evening workshop, we create an open, gender-inclusive space for a career-focused conversation relevant to researchers at all stages. The session explores how funding challenges shape scientific trajectories, leadership decisions, and career paths across sectors.

The workshop is designed as a 1-hour interactive panel featuring perspectives from across the scientific ecosystem. Panelists will begin with short, experience-driven reflections on funding challenges they have faced, followed by a moderated discussion on decision-making under pressure, leadership in uncertain environments, and differences in funding dynamics across career stages. An interactive audience Q&A will enable broad participation.

The event will conclude with informal networking over coffee and cookies, alongside an optional professional headshot opportunity for attendees.

Organisers:
Ralf Gabriels, Ghent University
Robbe Devreese, Ghent University

Abstract: AI is increasingly shaping MS-based proteomics, but its impact will only scale if public datasets are made AI-ready and if AI-based workflows are transparent and reusable. The HUPO Proteomics Standards Initiative AI-readiness working group (PSI-AI) was formed in 2025 to align community efforts and close remaining gaps needed for reliable AI in proteomics. In this workshop, we will highlight ongoing PSI-AI work and host an open, interactive discussion on data and format interoperability, responsible reuse, and benchmarking resources.

Organisers:
Gordon Kearney, Kratos

Abstract: Coming soon