JIACO User Group Meeting
Virtual MIP User Group Meeting
Join JIACO and the MIP user community for technical updates, application discussions and the exchange of practical experience.
November 11–12, 2026 · Virtual sessions
Separate session times for each region are listed below.
Virtual technical exchange
Bringing the MIP community together
JIACO invites MIP and MIP+ users to join a virtual session covering the latest developments in Microwave Induced Plasma technology. The JIACO team will present current system and application developments and discuss areas being explored for the future.
During the meeting, there will be dedicated time for questions, discussion and feedback. Participants can raise practical challenges, exchange experiences and learn how MIP and MIP+ systems are being used across different laboratories and applications.
Choose the virtual session for your region
We are hosting three separate live virtual sessions for Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Americas. Each session follows the same program, so you can join whichever time works best for you.
Scroll horizontally to view all sessions and time zones.
| Your time zone | Session 1 Wed 11 Nov Best for Asia-Pacific | Session 2 Wed 11 Nov Best for Europe | Session 3 Thu 12 Nov Best for the Americas |
|---|---|---|---|
| CET (Europe) | 09:00–10:00 | 13:00–14:00 | 22:00–23:00 |
| Tokyo / Seoul | 17:00–18:00 | 21:00–22:00 | 06:00–07:00* |
| Shanghai / Singapore | 16:00–17:00 | 20:00–21:00 | 05:00–06:00* |
| New York | 03:00–04:00 | 07:00–08:00 | 16:00–17:00 |
| Los Angeles | 00:00–01:00 | 04:00–05:00 | 13:00–14:00 |
Times are shown in the local time zone listed in each row. Recommended regional sessions are highlighted in orange. *Friday, November 13 in Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai and Singapore.
What each session covers
Each regional session follows the same core program, with technical updates, application highlights and time for questions, discussion and user feedback.
Welcome and JIACO update
An update on the JIACO team, the growing MIP user community, service support and opportunities for knowledge sharing.
MIP system and workflow developments
Technical developments covering software, accelerated workflows, high-definition vision and the continued development of the MIP and MIP+ platforms.
Application and research highlights
Recent papers, application developments and relevant sample-preparation work from JIACO and the wider MIP community.
Questions, feedback and future priorities
Questions can be raised throughout the virtual session, with dedicated time to discuss user experiences, feedback and future priorities.
Who you’ll meet
Meet the JIACO team
Jiaqi Tang
CTO
Mark McKinnon
Sales Director
Sarah Zerouali
Sales Executive
Alisa Kondratyev
R&D Process Engineer
Practical information
Everything you need to know about registering for and joining the virtual MIP User Group Meeting.
- Do I need to be a current MIP user?
- No. Current MIP and MIP+ users, as well as teams considering the technology, are welcome to attend.
- Is there a fee to attend?
- No. Participation in the virtual meeting is free.
- Which session should I attend?
- Select the regional session that works best for your location and time zone. Each session will cover the same core program.
- How will I join the meeting?
- The meeting will be hosted as a Microsoft Teams webinar. Registered participants will receive a personal joining link by email.
- Do I need a Microsoft Teams account?
- No. You can join through a supported web browser using the link in your confirmation email. The Microsoft Teams app may also be used.
- Can I invite a colleague?
- Yes. Please ask each participant to register separately so that everyone receives their own joining information.
- Can I ask questions during the session?
- Yes. Participants will have opportunities to submit questions and share feedback during the live virtual session.
- What should I check beforehand?
- We recommend testing your internet connection, audio and browser or Teams app before the meeting begins. Please join a few minutes early.
Virtual MIP User Group Meeting
Reserve your spot
Join the virtual session for your region to hear the latest MIP and MIP+ developments, explore recent application work and share your questions and feedback with the JIACO team.
Free to attend · Three regional sessions · Hosted via Microsoft Teams