Topic: “Rapid Diagnostic Methods for Practical Screening of Antibiotic Residues in Food Products”
Speaker: Robert Markovsky, Vice President of Operations, Charm Sciences Inc. USA

Abstract
Testing to ensure better Food Quality continues to be a relevant topic throughout the world. Manufacturers are in need of screening methods that are accurate, easy to use, and efficient. It is the responsibility of scientists to provide the innovative tools necessary to meet such needs. The manner in which different diagnostic technologies such as RIA, ELISA and Lateral Flow can effectively be used to screen for antibiotic residues in the Food Industry will be discussed. The implementation of an effective screening program by industry can reduce the instances of antibiotic residues in the food supply. Coupled with government monitoring, the implementation of these methods will aid in continuing to provide the consumer with safer and higher quality food products.

Biography
Mr. Robert Markovsky received his degrees in Biochemistry/Food Science from North Carolina State University and is currently the Vice President of Operations at Charm Sciences Inc USA. Robert has been involved in the research, development and production of rapid diagnostic test kits at Charm for over 18 years. He is the inventor or co inventor on over 7 US patents related to Food Safety diagnostics.<back>