2019 AOAC Annual Meeting - Preliminary Program

Welcome from the PRESIDENT of AOAC INTERNATIONAL

On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and staff of AOAC INTERNATIONAL, I am pleased to welcome you to the 133rd AOAC

AOAC Annual Meeting and Exposition. In his address, “Nature Exposed to Our Method of Questioning: Reliability of Measurements Made on Natural Products,” Betz will examine the principles of assuring data integrity and provide an overview of approaches to demonstrating method performance. He will stress the importance of determining integrity and reproducibility in natural products research for precise and accurate analysis. AOAC is excited to offer three valuable training courses for our members and stakeholders at this year’s meet- ing. Don’t miss out on courses for ISO 17025:2017 Standard, sampling, and laboratory validation. The course offerings align with AOAC’s commitment to develop and enhance core programs. I would like to take this opportunity to especially thank our sponsors, partners, and exhibitors for supporting the meeting. Be sure to check out the impressive collection of exhibits and the many networking events supported by these companies. From education and stakeholder programs, 29 scientific sessions, 12 poster topic areas, Sections and commit- tee meetings, and much more, I encourage you to take full advantage of all the opportunities that the AOAC Annual Meeting has to offer. Meet and learn from internationally renowned scientists who are making a difference in their field. Examine the latest scientific research and technological advancements. Explore challenges and find opportunities for the association and the analytical sciences community it serves. I look forward to seeing you at the Exhibit Hall Grand Opening and President’s Welcome Reception on Sunday evening, September 9, to kick off the 133rd AOAC Annual Meeting and Exposition!

Annual Meeting and Exposition in Denver, Colorado. Some of the greatest minds, talents, innovations, and science are found at this annual event.

What a difference a year makes! Our business plan is well underway as we start a new chapter in AOAC INTERNATIONAL’s history, and I am looking forward to sharing our progress in Denver. This year, AOAC launched programs to align with our strategic plan, with an eye toward new approaches to looking at emerging issues and technologies and building closer relationships with stakeholders. We are excited for you to visit the Mile High City and learn about the big things happening at AOAC like the new Analytical Solutions Forum, Cannabis Analytical Science Program, and Food Authenticity/Fraud Program, just to name a few. AOAC is honored to announce this year’s invited keynote speaker Mindy M. Brashears, Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety, U.S. Department of Agriculture. As a deputy under secretary, Brashears leads the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. The group’s mission is to protect the public’s health by preventing foodborne illness; modernizing inspection systems, policies and approaches; and achieving oper- ational excellence. This year’s winner of the Harvey W. Wiley award, Joseph M. Betz, acting director, U.S. National Institutes of Health-Office of Dietary Supplements, will deliver the Wiley Award Address and chair the Wiley Award Symposium on September 9, 2019, during the 133rd

Sincerely,

Brad Goskowicz President AOAC INTERNATIONAL

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