JIACO User Group Meeting
MIP User Group Meeting during ISTFA 2026
Technical updates from JIACO, open discussion and exchange between MIP users
Monday, October 5, 2026 · 7:15–9:45 p.m. · San Antonio, Texas
Bringing MIP users together
During the MIP User Group Meeting at ISTFA 2026, MIP and MIP+ users came together to hear the latest developments in JIACO Microwave Induced Plasma technology. The JIACO team presented current system and application developments, discussed areas being explored for the future and answered questions from the user community.
Following the technical presentation, attendees exchanged practical experiences and discussed how MIP and MIP+ systems are being used in different laboratories. The evening concluded with further conversation, drinks and appetizers in an informal setting.
Date and time
Mon Oct 5, 2026
7:15 PM to 9:45 PM
Location
Convention Center
Henry B. Gonzalez CC
Format
Technical presentation
Discussion and informal networking
Monday, October 5, 2026
Meeting agenda
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Arrival and informal networking
Meet other attendees over appetizers and drinks before the technical program begins.
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Welcome and JIACO update
An update on the JIACO team, the growing MIP user community, service support, knowledge sharing and activities at ISTFA 2026.
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MIP system and workflow developments
A technical update covering software, accelerated workflows, high-definition vision and the continued development of the MIP and MIP+ platforms.
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Application and research highlights
Recent papers, application developments and relevant sample preparation work since the previous User Group meeting.
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Future priorities, user feedback and Q&A
A discussion of future priorities, user experiences, questions and feedback from the MIP community.
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Networking, appetizers and drinks
Continue the conversation with the JIACO team and other attendees in an informal setting.
Who attended
JIACO team
Jiaqi Tang
CTO
Mark McKinnon
Sales Director
Sarah Zerouali
Sales Executive
Alisa Kondratyev
R&D Process Engineer
Practical information
- Do I need to be a current MIP user?
- No. Current MIP and MIP+ users, as well as teams considering the technology, are welcome.
- Is there a fee to attend?
- No. The meeting is free to attend.
- Is ISTFA registration required?
- No. You do not need an ISTFA badge to attend the meeting.
- Can I bring a colleague?
- Yes. Please submit a separate RSVP for each person.
- Where will the meeting take place?
- The meeting will take place near the Henry B. González Convention Center. Exact location details will be shared with confirmed guests.
MIP User Group
Thank you for joining us
Thank you to everyone who joined the MIP User Group Meeting at ISTFA 2026. We appreciated your questions, practical experiences and contributions to the discussion.
Interested in future User Group Meetings or have a question for the JIACO team?