PROGRAM AT A GLANCE SATURDAY 21 MARCH PRE-CONFERENCE OPTIONAL WORKSHOPS Analyst Introduction to Robotics Analyst Investigative Testing of Miscellaneous Samples Veterinarian Harnessing the Power of Technology 8:00AM Bus from Crown Promenade (refer to workshop section for individual bus departure times) Presented by Dr Rohan Steel and Stewart Willers • How to plan a robotic sample preparation workflow • How to integrate automation with existing workflows • Designing liquid handling robots for aliquoting and SPE • Robot programming from basic algorithms to finished product. Presented by Sean Yamada and the RASL R&D team • Objectives of investigative testing in the context of racing • Inspecting exhibits such as syringes, pills and powers • Choosing appropriate sample preparation methods based on objectives • Data acquisition and processing tools (targeted and untargeted analysis • Interpretation of results. The day will focus on accessible tools for regulatory veterinarians including: • Recording ECGs on Raceday – Kardia and EkoDuo • Quantitative Lameness Evaluation -Sleip and Equinosis • Endoscopy as part of a Post Race Veterinary Examination • Monitoring Weather on Raceday • First aid delivery -Kimsey and the Newmarket Splint 5:00PM Bus to Crown Promenade SUNDAY 22 MARCH M11 M12 M13 8:30AM IFHA Advisory Council Greyhound Welfare (IGWR) 10:30AM Morning Tea 10:45AM IFHA Horse Welfare Committee IFHA Advisory Council Greyhound Welfare (IGWR) 11:45AM IFHA Advisory Council & Horse Welfare Committee 12:45AM Lunch 1:30PM IFHA Horse Welfare Committee AORC Executive Board Greyhound Anti-doping (VAC) 3:30PM Afternoon Tea 4:00PM AORC Section Meeting Asian AORC Section Meeting European GAORC Section Meeting Americas 6:00PM ICRAV Executive Committee IFHA GDCSC 7:00PM Close VI ICRAV 2026
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