Sample treatment is undeniably the backbone of chemical analysis. Often underestimated and sometimes overlooked, it is a crucial step that ensures the accuracy and reliability of analytical results. Over the past decades, this fundamental aspect of analysis has been cast into the shadows, and it is time to bring it back into the spotlight. With this goal in mind, the Caparica Christmas Conference on Sample Treatment was established.

This conference aims to unite researchers, scientists, and professionals working in sample treatment for an inspiring and knowledge-rich event. Set in the picturesque coastal town of Caparica, the conference provides a platform for cutting-edge scientific discussions and an opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful times of the year.

Conference Schedule

The event will commence on Sunday, November 3rd, with a welcome dinner that promises an evening of delightful cuisine and the soulful melodies of Fado music, immersing attendees in Portugal’s rich cultural heritage.

The scientific sessions will take place from Monday, December 1st, to Thursday, December 4th, offering a comprehensive program featuring keynote lectures, oral presentations, and interactive discussions. Experts worldwide will share the latest advancements in sample treatment, from novel extraction techniques to cutting-edge analytical methodologies and data interpretation through chemometrics.

By attending the Caparica Christmas Conference on Sample Treatment, you will have the chance to engage with leading minds in the field, exchange groundbreaking ideas, and explore innovative solutions to modern analytical challenges. Whether you are an experienced researcher or an emerging scientist, this event promises to be an invaluable experience—one that blends scientific excellence with cultural enrichment in an unforgettable setting.

We look forward to welcoming you to Caparica!

Yours truly

C. Lodeiro

 J. L. Capelo
Conference chairs
On behalf of the organizing and scientific committee

• Analytical Chemistry
• Sample treatment for inorganic and elemental analysis
• Sample treatment for the analysis of organic molecules
• Sample treatment for physical-chemistry analysis
• Sample treatment for biomedical analysis
• Automatic methods (FIA-SIA)
• Chemometrics
• Informatics
• New tools for sample treatment and analysis
• X-ray analysis (XRF, PIXE, XRD, SEM-EDX)
• Confocal X-ray microscopy (3D µ-XRF, 3D µ-PIXE)
• Synchrotron, ion beam and neutron-based techniques/instrumentation
• FT-IR and Raman spectroscopy and microscopy
• UV-Vis and NIR absorption/reflectance and fluorescence
• Laser-based analytical methods (LIBS etc.)
• Magnetic resonance techniques
• Chromatography (GC, HPLC) and mass spectrometry
• Optical and coherent imaging techniques
• Mobile spectrometry and spectroscopy
• Remote sensing and hyperspectral imaging
• Case studies employing one or more analytical methods