Pick-up your badge on the conference level then find breakfast, prior to your Short Course, in the room adjacent to the reg desk (Montreal 1-3) where you can touch base with other attendees.
840
1200
LC-MSMS 203 : Validation of Quantitative LC-MS/MS Assays for Clinical and Academic Use
Location: Montreal 4
840
1200
LC-MSMS 202 : Data Driven LC-MS Troubleshooting
Location: Montreal 5
840
1200
Metabolomics 203 : Metabolomics from Data Collection to Data Analysis
Location: Montreal 6
Tim Garrett, PhD University of Florida College of Medicine
Dr. Garrett has over 20 years of experience in the field of mass spectrometry spanning both instrument and application development. He received his PhD from the University of Florida, under Dr. Richard A. Yost, working on the first imaging mass spectrometry-based ion trap instrument. He has also developed MALDI-based approaches to analyze proteins in bacteria and small molecules in tissue specimens. His current interests include development of techniques and instrumentation for metabolomics science using LC-HRMS and translational work in diagnostics for dried blood spots. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Florida, and Director for the Southeast Center for Integrated Metabolomics (SECIM).
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Sep 11, 2025)
No relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose.
840
1200
LC-MSMS 101 : Getting Started with Quantitative LC-MSMS in the Diagnostic Laboratory
Location: Montreal 7-8
840
1200
Automation 201 : Streamlining Clinical Analysis through Efficient Workflow Integration
Location: Westmount 4
840
1200
Clinical Proteomics 202 : MS-based Precision Diagnostics by Molecular Protein Analysis
Location: Westmount 5
Renee Ruhaak, PhD LUMC
Renee Ruhaak holds a PhD from the Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC, supervisor Prof. M. Wuhrer) and did a post-doc at UC Davis in the lab of Prof. C.B. Lebrilla prior to joining the department of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine at the LUMC. She is currently an associate professor with a research focus on the application of mass spectrometry within the clinical setting. This entails both development and implementation of quantitative protein mass spectrometry, as well as the role of mass spectrometry in metrology and test standardization.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Feb 27, 2026)
Grant/Research Support
Octapharma
840
1200
Clinical Proteomics 201 : Clinical Proteomics
Location: Westmount 6
Christopher Shuford, PhD Labcorp
Chris Shuford, Ph.D., is Associate Vice President and Technical Director for research and development at Laboratory Corporation of America in Burlington, North Carolina. Chris received his B.S. in Chemistry & Physics at Longwood University and obtained his Ph.D. in Bioanalytical Chemistry from North Carolina State University under the tutelage of Professor David Muddiman, where his research focused on applications of nano-flow chromatography for multiplexed peptide quantification using protein cleavage coupled with isotope dilution mass spectrometry (PC-IDMS). In 2012, Chris joined LabCorp’s research and development team where his efforts have focused on development of high-flow chromatographic methods (>1 mL/min) for multiplexed and single protein assays for clinical diagnostics.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Feb 27, 2026)
Stock/Bonds
Laboratory Corporation of America
Salary
Laboratory Corporation of America
Andy Hoofnagle, MD, PhD University of Washington
Dr. Hoofnagle's laboratory focuses on the precise quantification of recognized protein biomarkers in human plasma using LC-MRM/MS. In addition, they have worked to develop novel assays for the quantification of small molecules in clinical and research settings. His laboratory also studies the role that the systemic inflammation plays in the pathophysiology of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Feb 27, 2026)
Grant/Research Support
Waters, Inc.
Cory Bystrom, PhD Ultragenyx
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Feb 27, 2026)
Stock/Bonds
Ultragenyx
Salary
Ultragenyx
900
1220
Short Course Coffee Breaks
Location: Montreal 1-3
900
1220
Sample Prep 101 : Sample Preparation and Alternative Matrices for LC-MS Assays
Location: Outremont 1
900
1220
Leadership 101 : Clinical MS Quality Improvement, Regulations, and Risk Management in Action
Location: Outremont 3
900
1220
Data Science 100 : Data Literacy
Location: Outremont 4
Shannon Haymond, PhD Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
My lab performs research and clinical testing using mass spectrometry methods, develops new assays, and applies data analytics to enable improved quality and efficiency. My computational pathology efforts are aimed at building the capacity for advanced data analytics in the department through innovations in infrastructure, education, and research to facilitate data-informed decision making for clinical care, operations, and quality assurance.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Feb 27, 2026)
Committee/Board/Advisory Board
Roche Diagnostics (ended)
Patrick Mathias, MD, PhD University of Washington
Patrick Mathias, M.D., Ph.D., is a board-certified clinical pathologist and Associate Director of Informatics for UW Laboratory Medicine.
Lab medicine has large impact on the general practice of medicine. It is key to correctly diagnosing diseases and selecting the right treatments for patients. Dr. Mathias's goal is to combine technical and medical knowledge to fulfill the triple aim--reduce the per capita cost of health care, improve the health of populations and most importantly improve the patient experience of care.
Dr. Mathias earned his M.D. and Ph.D. from the University of Illinois. His clinical and research interests include clinical informatics, clinical chemistry and molecular diagnostics.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Feb 27, 2026)
Stock/Bonds
Amgen, Corcept Therapeutics, Monte Rosa Therapeutics
900
1220
Data Science 101 : Breaking Up with Excel and Rebounding with R and Claude
Location: Outremont 5
900
1220
Data Science 203 : Machine Learning : A Gentle Introduction
Location: Outremont 6
900
1220
Data Science 301 : Intro to Deep Learning : From Neurons to Transformers
Location: Outremont 7
950
1200
Lipidomics 101 : Mass Spectrometry-based Lipidomics and Clinical Applications
Location: Westmount 2
Anne K. Bendt, PhD Singapore Lipidomics Incubator (SLING), National University of Singapore
Anne K Bendt studied Biology focusing on marine biotechnology (Greifswald University, Germany), followed by a PhD in Biochemistry (Cologne University, Germany) employing proteomics and transcriptomics. Driven by her fascination for infectious diseases, she joined the National University of Singapore (NUS) in 2004 to develop lipidomics tools for tuberculosis studies. She is now a Principal Investigator at the Life Sciences Institute, NUS, focussing on translation of mass spec technologies into clinical applications, and serving as the Deputy Director of the Singapore Lipidomics Incubator (SLING) taking care of operations and commercialization.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Mar 05, 2026)
No relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose.
Amaury Cazenave Gassiot, PhD Singapore Lipidomics Incubator (SLING) and Department of Biochemistry, National University of Singapore
Research Assistant Prof. Cazenave-Gassiot is an early-career researcher and an expert in mass spectrometry-based lipidomics. He graduated with a PhD in analytical chemistry at the University of Southampton (UK), under the supervision of Dr John Langley, specialising in supercritical fluid chromatography and mass spectrometry. His interest in lipids started while a postdoc in the team of Professor Anthony Postle, still in Southampton. A member of SLING since 2009, his research centres on separation sciences, mass spectrometry, and their applications to life sciences, especially lipid biochemistry. He has developed chromatographic and mass spectrometric methods for the identification and quantification of lipids in diverse biological systems. This has included successful local and international collaborations.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Mar 05, 2026)
No relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose.
Michael Chen, MD MSc The University of British Columbia
Dr. Michael Chen is a clinical pathologist, specializing in clinical chemistry and translational mass spectrometry. He is the Department Head and Medical Director of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics at Island Health, and Provincial Discipline Lead at Provincial Health Services Authority. As a researcher, Dr Chen is the scientific director of UBC Translational Omics Lab in the Victoria General Hospital. He is also the director of Vancouver Island Biobank, and he co-chairs the BC Biobank Network. Dr. Chen’s research focuses on clinical mass spectrometry, biobanking, biomarker validation and clinical implementation.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Apr 18, 2026)
Ownership Interest
Pataigin Inc
1220
1420
Short Course Lunch Break
Location: Your Choice
Your choice! This non-MSACL sponsored meal break is your chance to explore the culinary delights within the city of Montreal. MSACL recommendations.
Timeout Market is a good balance of proximity, ease and quality -- and a great option if flying solo.
1400
1740
Short Course Coffee Breaks
Location: Montreal 1-3
1420
1740
LC-MSMS 203 : Validation of Quantitative LC-MS/MS Assays for Clinical and Academic Use
Location: Montreal 4
1420
1740
LC-MSMS 202 : Data Driven LC-MS Troubleshooting
Location: Montreal 5
1420
1740
Metabolomics 203 : Metabolomics from Data Collection to Data Analysis
Location: Montreal 6
1420
1740
LC-MSMS 101 : Getting Started with Quantitative LC-MSMS in the Diagnostic Laboratory
Location: Montreal 7-8
1420
1740
GC-MS 101 : Intro to Clinical Applications
Location: Westmount 1
Andrew T Nelson, MD, PhD University of Rochester Medical Center
Andrew T Nelson is the Associate Director of Clinical Chemistry and an Assistant Professor in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He is also a diplomate of the American Board of Pathology. Previous training included a Clinical Pathology Residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, MD from the University of Texas-Medical Branch, and PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Texas at Austin. Current interests include follow up on abnormal newborn screens, toxicology, and the role of lipids in human health and disease.
Relevant Financial Disclosures
(within past 24 months, reported on Jan 14, 2026)
No relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose.
1420
1740
Lipidomics 101 : Mass Spectrometry-based Lipidomics and Clinical Applications
Location: Westmount 2
1420
1740
Automation 201 : Streamlining Clinical Analysis through Efficient Workflow Integration
Location: Westmount 4
1420
1740
Clinical Proteomics 202 : MS-based Precision Diagnostics by Molecular Protein Analysis
Location: Westmount 5
1420
1740
Clinical Proteomics 201 : Clinical Proteomics
Location: Westmount 6
1440
1800
Sample Prep 101 : Sample Preparation and Alternative Matrices for LC-MS Assays
Location: Outremont 1
1440
1800
Leadership 101 : Clinical MS Quality Improvement, Regulations, and Risk Management in Action
Location: Outremont 3
1440
1800
Data Science 100 : Data Literacy
Location: Outremont 4
1440
1800
Data Science 101 : Breaking Up with Excel and Rebounding with R and Claude
Location: Outremont 5
1440
1800
Data Science 203 : Machine Learning : A Gentle Introduction
Location: Outremont 6
1440
1800
Data Science 301 : Intro to Deep Learning : From Neurons to Transformers
Location: Outremont 7
1740
1830
Happy Half-Hour!
Location: Montreal 1-3
Open to all conference registrants. Use this time to finalize dinner plans with fellow attendees.
1830
2100
Dinner
Location: Your Choice
Your choice! This non-MSACL sponsored meal break is your chance to explore the culinary delights within the city of Montreal. MSACL recommendations.
2100
2330
MSACL Networking Lounge
Location: Bisco Retaurant, Hotel Level
All attendees are welcome to close out the evening in the Bisco (Hotel breakfast area). MSACL will host snacks and drinks (requires token - pick up tokens at the door or from MSACL Staff). Must be wearing your badge to attend. Drinks will be available through 11:30pm. The Lounge includes a pleasant outdoor patio along a stream and among some small trees and shrubbery, which may be enjoyable should we have nice weather. Open to all conference registrants.