The UK Surface Analysis Forum
A society for scientists from academia and industry with a common interest in the techniques and applications of surface analysis
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The UK Surface Analysis Forum (UKSAF) is a society for scientists from academia and industry with a common interest in the techniques and applications of surface analysis. It meets twice yearly, in January and July, to discuss the latest research and issues of interest to the surface analysis community and to exchange views on current trends. In addition to these regular meetings the group collaborates with other scientific and industrial groups to promote and communicate the vital role played by surface analysis in both industry and academia.
Although the society is based in the UK, membership is open to all and we encourage participants from institutions outside the UK. To join the group, simply register and attend the next meeting.
We are always keen to hear from researchers using surface analytical tools and especially about new advances in techniques and methods. If you are interested in hosting or speaking at one of our meetings, please contact the UKSAF Chair, or any committee member with an overview/abstract so this can be considered for future meetings.
Next Meeting: 15th - 16th July 2025 - National Physical Laboratory
Note a XPS measurement and Analysis Workshop will be held on Monday 14th July, supported by the SMURFnano project.
Theme: Measurement Challenges Past and Future
Payment should be in GBP Sterling in advance. We now charge a single registration fee. There is no meeting fee for invited speakers, whilst the meeting fee for students and unemployed/retired members is discounted. VAT receipts cannot be provided as there is NO VAT content in the costs of the meeting. This will be updated soon National Physical Laboratory The NPL Teddington postcode is TW11 0LW Our Teddington site sits within the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), if your vehicle doesn't meet the ULEZ emissions standards and is not exempt, you will need to pay a £12.50 daily charge to drive within the zone. You can check your vehicle and find out more details on the Transport for London Ultra Low Emission Zone website. We endeavour to be a disability-friendly site, but if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made prior to your visit or have any questions please contact us. Buses: 33, 281, 285, 481, R68 and SL7 all serve Teddington. Trains: Regular services connect Teddington with London Waterloo in approximately 30 minutes. From Heathrow: Routes 285, and the faster SL7 both connect Teddington with Heathrow Airport. A taxi journey will take approximately 30 minutes. This will be updated soonRegistration can be made online - Click here
Hampton Road
Teddington
Middlesex
TW11 0LW
(Please note that the main entrance to NPL is on Hampton Road)Public transport
Please note that local buses do not accept cash. See the TfL website for accepted payment methods.
UKSAF Community resources
You can also now find us where the sky is blue!
http://uksaf.bsky.social
Pre-registration for our 2026 thematic workshop is OPEN! Sign up today to be the first to hear when tickets are on sale.
https://tinyurl.com/HarwellXPS26
The final session of the Winter Meeting of the UK Surface Analysis Forum saw presentations and a discussion on the new National Technical Platform for Materials Innovation, focused on the secondment opportunities for Research Technical Professionals.
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