Conference workshops
Friday 27th November 2026
Important Information: All workshop activities will be delivered at Kelburn Campus, Victoria University of Wellington. Specifically at Te Toki a Rata building, Gate 7 Kelburn Parade, Victoria University of Wellington. This involves a 25-minute walk or 5-minute drive from Pipitea Campus (Conference Venue). Catering will be provided at the workshops venue.
QuPath Workshop - Full Day
This hands-on workshop focused on QuPath, an open-source software platform designed for digital pathology and bioimage analysis. QuPath is widely used for whole-slide image analysis, offering powerful tools for annotation, quantification, and machine-learning-assisted image interpretation.
This workshop is designed for researchers, facility users, and technical staff who are interested in improving their image analysis workflows and gaining practical experience with modern digital pathology tools. Participants will be guided through the core functions of QuPath, including image loading, annotation strategies, automated cell detection, and quantitative analysis.
Facility Management Workshop - Full Day
This workshop is designed to empower both facility managers and staff with the knowledge and tools needed to optimize performance and support cutting-edge research. Through expert-led sessions and small group discussions, participants will explore key aspects of facility operations, technology, user support, and strategic planning.
This is the first workshop deliver in New Zealand focused in Facility management for Microscopy facilities. Don’t miss out the opportunity to create stronger connections and build a community based in New Zealand to work and discuss common issues and solutions.
Fluorescence Fluctuation Correlation Spectroscopy (FFCS) - Full Day
This one-day workshop provides an in-depth introduction to fluorescence fluctuation correlation spectroscopy (FFCS), with a particular focus on temporal and spatial image correlation approaches that can be implemented using standard light-microscopy data. The morning sessions introduce the theoretical foundations of temporal and spatial image correlation spectroscopy, followed by hands-on simulation and analysis of FFCS datasets to illustrate how molecular concentration, dynamics, and interactions can be quantitatively extracted from fluorescence fluctuations. In the afternoon, the workshop shifts toward practical considerations for applying FFCS and image correlation spectroscopy across different microscopy modalities, including confocal, widefield, TIRF, and light-sheet microscopy.
AXT PTY SEM Workshop- Full Day
Working with an SEM? Are you wondering about the quality of your SEM micrographs and their interpretation? Unsure how to choose the available SEM parameters for your job? This workshop is for you. Take a look underneath the SEM covers and learn how your SEM works and how to get the most out of your SEM work.
This SEM workshop is designed to provide essential knowledge about Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). It is split into 2 sections: Fundamentals (morning) and Advanced applications (afternoon).