Awards
AOAC and Herbalife join forces to support student researchers
AOAC and Herbalife have joined forces to launch a new scholarship to support student researchers engaged with research in analytical or molecular testing with special emphasis in botanicals, macro or […]
Research Institute
Longtime AOAC Research Institute Consultant Nancy Thiex retires
AOAC INTERNATIONAL congratulates Nancy Thiex, who has served the Association for nearly 20 years, as she steps down from her role as an AOAC Research Institute Technical Consultant. Nancy joined […]
Research Institute
AOAC INTERNATIONAL Certifies Two Additional Test Kits for Detecting Novel Coronavirus on Surfaces
Certification program validates accuracy claims of test kits sold for use in situations when maintaining surfaces free of coronavirus is a public health concern Rockville, Maryland, January 21, 2021 – […]
Midyear Meeting, Emerging Issues
Hot topics at the 2021 Midyear Meeting
This year’s Midyear Meeting is breaking new ground with updates on the latest new topics, spotlight on AOAC regional Sections and Communities, and a preview of what’s coming in AOAC […]
Awards
AOAC INTERNATIONAL Announces Katerina Mastovska as 2021 Wiley Award Winner
Expert in analysis of chemical residues and contaminants in food honored for outstanding contribution to food safety Rockville, Maryland, January 15, 2021—AOAC INTERNATIONAL today announced that Katerina Mastovska, Ph.D. is […]
Research Institute
AOAC INTERNATIONAL Certifies Three Test Kits for Detecting Novel Coronavirus on Surfaces
Accelerated scientific program speeds availability of validated test kits needed in manufacturing and other situations where maintaining surfaces free of coronavirus is a public health concern Rockville, Maryland, December 18, […]
Membership
More than 500 new members from 48 countries joined AOAC in 2020
Members are the heart of AOAC INTERNATIONAL, so it is gratifying that our 2020 end of year review revealed that the organization gained nearly 10 percent more new members than […]
Analytical Methods Week
Report Out: Analytical Methods Week, December 14-18, 2020
This blog will be updated morning and afternoon with results from the meetings throughout Analytical Methods Week. NOTE: the most recent updates are posted at the top of the page. […]
Governance and Policies
AOAC tightens workplace policies in response to spike in COVID-19 cases
November 18, 2020 – As the number of COVID-19 cases rises globally and in the State of Maryland, where AOAC is headquartered, AOAC is taking a “safety first” approach by […]
Infant Formula and Adult Nutritionals, International Methods, Sections, Methods & Standards
China Section Meeting hosts working group meeting for joint GB-AOAC standard development
Chinese and international scientists from government, academia and industry gathered October 26-28, 2020 at the Forum of Food Analytical Science and Standards 2020, the AOAC China Section Meeting in Shanghai, […]
Awards
Celebrate excellence – Nominate a colleague for the Harvey Wiley Award or the AOAC Fellows
Call for Nominations AOAC INTERNATIONAL is seeking nominations for the Harvey W. Wiley Award and for Fellows of AOAC. Learn more about AOAC Awards > The Harvey W. Wiley Award is […]
Analytical Methods Week, Methods & Standards
Report Out: Analytical Methods Week, October 19-23, 2020
This blog was updated every evening with results from the meetings throughout Analytical Methods Week. NOTE: the most recent updates are posted at the top of the page.
Membership
Remembering AOAC INTERNATIONAL Past President Russ Flowers
On September 24, 2020, the analytical science community lost a brilliant scientist and a friend with the passing of Dr. Russell D. Flowers. Dr. Flowers contributed innumerable volunteer hours and […]
Annual Meeting
Closing Remarks from AOAC INTERNATIONAL President Erin Crowley
New AOAC INTERNATIONAL President Erin Crowley closed out the 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting with a look back at the challenges and successes of the meeting, and a look forward into […]
News
Membership, Annual Meeting, Governance and Policies
Call for Volunteers: Membership Committee
The AOAC Committee on Membership is currently seeking active volunteers to fill the following vacant positions: The Membership Committee is responsible for reviewing policies and procedures related to all types […]
Chemistry, Food General, Microbiology, Research Institute
New Research Institute PTM Certifications – June 25
The following test kits recently received AOAC Research Institute PTM certification:
Carbohydrates, Chemistry, Food General, Infant Formula and Adult Nutritionals, International Methods, Methods & Standards, New Initiatives, Nutrients, Publications
Call for WG Volunteers: SPIFAN Galactosyllactose
AOAC is recruiting subject matter experts to join the Stakeholder Program on Infant Formula and Adult Nutritionals (SPIFAN) Galactosyllactose Working Group targeting 3′-GL, 4′-GL, and 6′-GL. Please apply by Friday, […]
Annual Meeting
Early Career Discount for the AOAC Annual Meeting
Know an early career colleague or mentee who would benefit from attending the annual meeting? AOAC is offering special discounted registration until Wednesday, June 25 for early career professionals with […]
