The Immunohistochemistry Network: North West Regional Meeting
Schedule
Fri Feb 27 2026 at 12:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Holiday Inn Liverpool - City Centre by IHG | Liverpool, EN
About this Event
The North West IHC User Group Meeting, presented by The IHC Network, brings together leading professionals in immunohistochemistry (IHC) to share insights, innovations, and best practices across clinical and research applications. The one-day event features expert talks, interactive workshops, and opportunities for networking and collaboration among Scientists, Clinicians and industry partners.
This is a free event for those working in clinical laboratories. For our commercial partners wishing to attend, please email [email protected]. Food and refreshments are included throughout the day.
Spaces are limited, please kindly only book a space if you intend to attend. If you register and cannot attend please kindly contact Info@theIHCNetwork at least 48 hours before the start of the meeting.
Terms and Conditions
1. Booking Your Spot
· Our meeting is completely free to join — we just ask that you only register if you plan to attend.
· If you register and don’t show up (without cancelling in time) you may not be able to access any future meetings..
2. If You Need to Cancel
· Plans change — no problem!
· You can cancel up to 48 hours before the event with no charge.
· If you cancel after that or don’t attend, access to future meetings may be limited
· Just send us a quick email or cancel through the registration link.
3. Presentations and Content
· We’ve got some great speakers lined up, but please note:
· - The organiser isn’t responsible for what’s presented or any advice shared.
· - The opinions are those of the individual speakers, not necessarily ours.
4. A Quick Disclaimer
· Everything shared is for general information only.
· If you decide to act on any advice or ideas from the meeting, that’s totally your choice — but at your own risk.
· We can’t accept responsibility for any outcomes that might follow.
5. Event Changes
· Sometimes things happen! We may need to reschedule or cancel the event, and we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
· If we cancel, of course, no fees will apply.
6. Agreeing to Join
· By registering, you’re agreeing to these friendly terms and confirming you understand how it all works.
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch, Registration and Networking.
Info: Please arrive promptly to register, grab something to eat and drink and take the opportunity to catch up with old friends. Don’t forget to visit the sponsors.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:05 PM
Welcome and Introduction
Host: The IHC Network and Meeting Chairs
🕑: 01:05 PM - 01:30 PM
HER2 Image Analysis and the Use of AI
Host: Matthew Burke
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
International Consensus HER2 Testing Guidelines explained
Host: Dr Rahul Deb
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Predictive Biomarker Testing, Current, Evolving and Emerging Applications
Host: David Allen
Info: Head of Department and Operations Manager, HSL Cellular Pathology and HSL Advanced Diagnostics.
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Interactive Workshop
Host: ALL, Chaired by Sharon Forest and Laura Pitter
Info: 10 minute rotations discussing all things IHC, from how to work more efficiently to managing quality controls.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Tea and Coffee/Break
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
An introduction to TROP2 - A joint Presentation
Host: AZ and Roche
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Panel Discussion and Final Comments
Host: All
Info: Chaired by Sharon Forest, Laura Pitter and The IHC Network.
Where is it happening?
Holiday Inn Liverpool - City Centre by IHG, Lime Street, Liverpool, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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