UKSPA Spring Conference 2024
The UKSPA Spring Conference 2024 took place at Babraham Research Campus on the 14th & 15th March.
Full details of the Conference Proceedings, including the programme, delegate listing and many of the presentations are available to view below.
40th Anniversary Conference
This year we are celebrating UKSPA’s 40th anniversary, which will be marked by a major conference at the University of Warwick on the 16th – 18th October.
The conference will include tours, informal networking activities and a Gala Awards Dinner, as well as plenary and parallel sessions addressing key themes, with distinguished keynote speakers and sector specialists, alongside vital member contributions. #UKSPA40
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