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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

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

Registration can be made online - Click here

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.

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National Physical Laboratory
Hampton Road
Teddington
Middlesex
TW11 0LW
(Please note that the main entrance to NPL is on Hampton Road)

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.

Public transport

Buses: 33, 281, 285, 481, R68 and SL7 all serve Teddington.
Please note that local buses do not accept cash. See the TfL website for accepted payment methods.

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.

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UKSAF Chair

David Morgan
Cardiff University
morgandj3@cardiff.ac.uk

Recording Secretary

Anna Kotowska
University of Nottingham
anna.kotowska@nottingham.ac.uk

Treasurer

Keith R. Hallam
University of Bristol,
k.r.hallam@bristol.ac.uk

Prizes co-ordinator

Alex Shard
National Physical Laboratory
alex.shard@npl.co.uk

Meeting Liaison

Ben Spencer
University of Manchester
ben.spencer@manchester.ac.uk

Website

Gustavo F. Trindade
National Physical Laboratory
gustavo.trindade@npl.co.uk

Vendor Liaison

Marc Walker
University of Warwick
m.walker@warwick.ac.uk

Communications

Benjamen Reed
National Physical Laboratory
benjamen.reed@npl.co.uk

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

Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting in Loughborough, we hope you all enjoyed the day. We look forward to seeing you at @NPL in July for our next meeting!

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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