Mass Spectrometry Techniques for Target Validation in Drug Development, June 2026
An introduction to multiple reaction monitoring assays to enable early and robust target validation research.

Details

When? Monday 8 June 2026, 12:00 to 14:00
Where? Online
CPD Approved This event is approved for CPD

* This course contributes to the Royal Society of Biology's Technical Skills Certificate

The course will take place online, with two sessions of two hours, 12:00 to 14:00 on 8 and 9 June 2026.

Overview

The field of omics is a rapidly evolving and multi-disciplinary one that encompasses genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. Each of these individual fields offers the possibility to understand biological systems in a way that was previously unthinkable.

This course has been designed to introduce you to multiple reaction monitoring assays to enable early and robust target validation research. Multiple reaction monitoring assay (MRM) is a mass spectrometric assay that can be used to identify and quantify molecules in complex samples, with clinical and non-clinical applications. 

MRM tool can identify, confirm and validate potential biomarkers (molecules associated with a disease or treatment response) in biological samples by monitoring specific fragments of the molecules. Biomarkers are useful targets for drug discovery and development and can be used for early intervention, diagnosis, prediction of response to drug and prognosis. 

This course is part of the Techniques in Omics series delivered in partnership with University of Derby. You can choose to attend any or all of these courses, and will receive an attendance certificate for each course you attend. Discounts are available for those who would like to book all five courses. The courses in this series are:

Aims

The broad aims of the course are to:
  • Explore different methods of extracting specific macromolecules from biological samples
  • Understand the principle of targeting proteins and lipids of interest in samples
  • Understand the quantitative analysis and validation of potential biomarkers
  • Explore how molecules of interest from your research could be targeted using MRM

Who is the course for?

Postgraduate students or professionals in biology, or those with experience equivalent to RQF Level 7. No prior knowledge of mass spectrometry will be required. Those currently working in a biomarker-relevant clinical or basic science research are particularly encouraged to attend.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, you will have achieved the following learning outcomes: 
Knowledge and understanding
  1. Understand the principle of targeting proteins and lipids of interest in samples
  2. Explore how molecules of interest from your research could be targeted using MRM
Skills, qualities and attributes
  1. Explore different methods of extracting specific macromolecules from different biological samples
  2. Understand the quantitative analysis and validation of potential biomarkers

Course tutors

The course will be run by Dr Stella Ademowo. Stella is a molecular and cell biologist with over 10 years of experience working in different aspects of ageing research. She has a PhD in translational medicine from the University College Dublin, Ireland and several years of postdoctoral experience.

Stella is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biomedical and Forensic Science, the programme leader for Human Biology programme and the deputy lead for Healthy Ageing and Mental Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Derby. She has over 10 years of experience in mass spectrometry and translational research and over 5 years' experience in teaching biomedical science and human biology subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She is a member of the following: British Mass Spectrometry Society, BLAST (Building Links in Ageing Science and Translation) Network, Biochemical Society, Society for Free Radical Research-Europe and a steering member of the Alzheimer's Research UK.
Her research includes the identification and development of biomarkers and therapeutic targets that can enhance diagnosis and treatment of age -related diseases as well as the understanding of disease mechanisms and prognosis. Currently, she is investigating novel oxidised lipid biomarkers linked to age-related inflammation as well as health status profiling biomarkers to contribute to the promotion of healthy ageing. 

Technical skills and continuing professional development

This practical based course contributes to the RSB Technical Skills certificate, which can support applications to our professional registers. 

This course is approved for purposes of CPD, and attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and 12 CPD points.


Fees

Members - £200 + VAT
Non-members - £400 + VAT

Get in touch with training@rsb.org.uk to access these rates:
  • Members of Member Organisations, SCAS members - £300 + VAT
  • Non-members who have completed a membership application and made payment - £200 + VAT

Contact

For further information about the course please contact Tia Salter, senior professional development officer at training@rsb.org.uk or on 020 3925 3460.

Special requirements

If you have accessibility requirements, please let us know during your booking, and we will do what we can to accommodate your needs.

Terms and Conditions

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