~ Enter yourself or your project and be recognised at the UK’s largest laboratory industry event ~
London, 29/05/2025: Entries are now open for the Lab Awards, which provides a platform to formally recognise the achievements of the laboratory community across the UK and Ireland. Following a record attendance of 4,786 visitors at Lab Innovations 2024, this year presents a significant opportunity to celebrate excellence, innovation and dedication within the lab sector. Laboratory professionals, suppliers and organisations across the industry should submit their nominations before the June 30 deadline.
It’s that time of year again. Lab Innovations, in partnership with Laboratory News, has opened its online portal for award submissions. This year’s programme features thirteen categories recognising excellence across the laboratory sector. For forward-thinking laboratories, the categories include: the Shimadzu Laboratory of the Year; Smart Lab of the Year; and Sustainable Lab of the Year.
For suppliers, the awards will showcase achievements in areas such as: Supplier Excellence; Best Sustainable Innovation; Best Automation and Data Innovation; Best Consumables innovation; Best Collaborative Project; and Commitment to Skills and Training.
Three individual awards will also be presented: the Outstanding Achievement award, recognising those who have gone above and beyond in their career; the Rising Star award, which celebrates emerging talent within the industry; and the Scientific Laboratory Supplies Lab Technician of the Year Award.
These awards present the perfect opportunity to shine a light on the people, projects and organisations driving progress in the lab community.
“I was delighted to be the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Achievement award. The award recognises and accredits my participation and achievements linked to a joint Gatsby Foundation and Science Council plenary initiative called the Technician Commitment,” stated Laurence Dawkins-Hall, applicant support mentor. “I feel privileged to have my efforts formally recognised by Lab Innovations.”
This year, the theme of Lab Innovations is co-LAB-oration. By addressing current industry challenges such as laboratory space and skill shortages, as well as the rapid growth of AI, the scientific community is joining forces to shape a more forward-thinking and resilient science industry.
“These awards acknowledge the people and projects that truly drive science forward. In my career reporting on scientific developments, I’ve seen how much dedication and teamwork goes into every breakthrough,” said Tom Whipple, science editor at the Times.
After the submission deadline on June 30, a panel of industry experts from across the UK’s laboratory sector will come together to review the entries and create a prestigious shortlist, which will be revealed in early September.
“It is a privilege to be able to shine a spotlight on the remarkable work that is driving science forward,” remarked Simon Farnfield, event director for Lab Innovations.
To showcase yourself, your lab, or your organisation, sign up for a chance to be recognised for this achievement: https://lab-awards-2025.cfp.lineup.ninja/ Interested in experiencing two days filled with networking with nearly 5,000 individuals and discovering the latest advancements in your field? Register for the show here: https://www.lab-innovations.com/register-your-interest/
