This conference is intended to serve as an opportunity for pharmaceutical scientists to learn of the analytical development and specification strategies in early development. In addition, new methodologies for analytical procedures will be discussed as well as assisting in developing a procedure to manage an analytical laboratory. Upon completion of this conference learners will be able to:

1. Describe the various selection criteria for new development compounds.
2. List the analytical development and specifi cation strategies in early development.
3. Discuss the need for risk management procedures in a QbD world.
4. Recognize newer analytical techniques to assist the analyst in today's and tomorrow's challenge.
   

Duration: 5 Days