On the way to the future of laboratory technology: analytica 2024 in overview

From April 9 to 12, 2024, the World’s Leading Trade Fair analytica will once again open its doors in Munich for the international laboratory industry. At analytica, industry experts, exhibitors, and visitors gather to explore the latest developments in laboratory technology, analysis and biotechnology. The fair, covering the entire spectrum of industry and research, has established itself as a significant platform for the exchange of expertise.

Conference, forums, and highlights

Parallel to the fair, the renowned analytica conference takes place in the ICM, covering the breadth of modern analysis with around 180 presentations. The four analytica forums offer practical best-practice lectures, with the Occupational Safety and Security Forum highlighting dangers in daily laboratory work through impressive live demonstrations. In addition to events for school graduates and professional development, the parallel trade fair ceramitec creates synergies for exhibitors and visitors.

Digitisation and AI in the laboratory

The ongoing digitisation in the laboratory remains a key theme, accompanied by the special exhibition "Digital Transformation." Here, visitors have the opportunity to experience the work in a connected laboratory through practical use cases. A highlight is the autonomous laboratory robot Kevin, which takes over routine tasks in the laboratory, such as transporting samples and supplying facilities with reagents and pipette tips.

Sustainability in the laboratory: The Green Lab becomes a reality

Another focus of analytica 2024 is sustainability in the laboratory. At the fair, exhibitors present energy-efficient devices, alternative solutions to scarce helium, and environmentally friendly consumables. Well-known manufacturers provide information on current developments in refrigeration technology and offer green consultations for laboratories. The search for sustainable alternatives also extends to chemicals and laboratory utensils, while the trend toward miniaturisation helps conserve resources and reduce waste.

Thus, analytica 2024 not only promises a comprehensive insight into the future of laboratory technology but also provides concrete impulses for more sustainability and innovation in the industry.