Saturday, 21st March 24th International Conference of Racing Analysts and Veterinarians 2026

Presented by Dr Rohan Steel and Stewart Willers

• How to plan a robotic sample preparation workflow
• How to integrate laboratory 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 powders
• Choosing appropriate sample preparation methods based on objectives
• Data acquisition and processing tools (targeted and untargeted analysis
• Interpretation of results.

The day will include presentations, practicals and panel discussions focusing on accessible tools for regulatory veterinarians including:

• Lameness evaluation technology including Sleip and Equinosis – Dr Bronte Forbes and Dr Jamie Wearn
• ECGs on Raceday including use of Kardia and EkoDuo Littman – Dr Laura Nath
• Raceday endoscopy including resting vs exercise endoscopy – Prof Sam Franklin
• First aid delivery including the Newmarket and Kimsey Splints – Prof Chris Whitton
• Tour of the Equine Centre including diagnostic imaging technology – Prof Chris Whitton
• Use of technology to monitor weather, microclimates and the horse – Dr James Mizzi