January 28, 2015 Dear Colleagues, On behalf of the Scientific and Organizing Committees it is our great pleasure to invite researchers and practitioners of liquid and gaseous phase chromatography as well as capillary electromigration separation techniques to participate in the 21st International Symposium on Separation Sciences, which will be held on June 30 - July 3 2015 in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The program will include invited lectures, oral and poster presentations. The Exhibition will form an integral part of the Symposium and will be located in the venue halls. The symposium will cover new advances and challenges in all fields of separation sciences and hyphenated techniques thereof. It will provide an excellent opportunity for young scientists as well as renowned researches and industrial partners to exchange opinions, introduce ground-breaking ideas, and acquire new practical knowledge. Attractive and rich social programme will create a perfect atmosphere to connect with old acquaintances and build long-lasting friendships that may blossom into fruitful joint adventures. VENUE The 21st International Symposium on Separation Sciences will be held at the Grand Hotel Union, located on Miklošiĕeva cesta 1 in the center of Ljubljana, Slovenia. ACCOMMODATION For your convenience we managed to negotiate special accommodation prices at four Union hotels in the centre of Ljubljana from June 28 to July 4 2015. In case of making the online hotel room reservation prior to April 15, 2015, you are entitled to an additional 15% discount. In Ljubljana, there are numerous sights, which are worth a visit. Excellent location of Union hotels enables you to go sightseeing on foot and so feel the vibe of the city. ABSTRACT SUBMISSION AND REGISTRATION Online abstract submission for oral and poster presentations are now open. You are also encouraged to register for the event at reduced fees. EXHIBITION Vendors will have the opportunity to exhibit their instrumentation, accessories, chemicals and the literature on separation techniques. REGISTRATION FEE Before April 15, 2015 (VAT included): • Full participation 360 EUR • Students 220 EUR • Accompanying person 200 EUR • One day (delegates) 150 EUR The fee includes admission to scientific sessions, poster area and exhibition, symposium materials, certificate of attendance, daily coffee breaks and lunch, participation to the entire social program (Gala dinner, Postojna cave visit, etc.). For more on fees and payment please click here. DEADLINES March 1, 2015: Abstract submission (ORAL) April 1, 2015: Abstract submission (POSTER) April 15, 2015: Early bird registration June 1, 2015: Registration deadline INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE Dušan Berek* (SK); Tomislav Bolanĕa* (HR); Wolfgang Buchberger* (AT); Bogusław Buszewski* (PL); Virginia Coman* (RO); Danilo Corradini* (IT); Modest Gertsiuk* (UA); Pavel Jandera* (CZ); Imre Klebovich* (HU); Colin F. Poole (USA); Pat Sandra (BE); Peter Schoenmakers (NL); Frantisek Svec (USA); Irena Vovk* (SI, Chairwoman) *permanent member of CEGSS For more information please visit the official web site of ISSS 2015. We look forward to welcoming you in Ljubljana. Dr. Irena Vovk (Chairwoman) SECRETARIAT National Institute of Chemistry, Laboratory for Food Chemistry Hajdrihova 19, SI-1000 Ljubljana Phone: +386-1-477-0265; Fax: +386-1-477-0300 E-mail: info@isss2015.si www.isss2015.si In case you do not want to get further information, please send an e-mail to info@isss2015.si and we will delete your address from our mailing list.