The Australian X-ray Analytical Association (AXAA) and the Monash X-ray Platform (MXP) are pleased to be hosting a joint event, the AXAA & MXP Victorian X-ray Symposium 2025. This is an in-person symposium at room G29/G30 on the ground floor of the New Horizons building at Monash University, 20 Research Way, Clayton.
The symposium will provide a unique opportunity for researchers who have accessed MXP facilities to showcase their research and outcomes. It is also an opportunity for prospective users to hear about the wide range of techniques and capabilities at MXP, which comprises a suite of advanced instrumentation that covers X-ray Diffraction, Scattering, Computed Tomography, and Photoelectron Spectroscopy. MXP has been evolving rapidly in the last several years with the introduction of high-end versatile instruments, such as the NanoSTAR SAXS machine, the HRXRD Rigaku SmartLab diffractometer, and, most recently with the Zeiss Xradia X-ray Microscopy. MXP continues its growth with new techniques by acquiring instruments with state-of-the-art technology, such as the new high-energy in-situ diffractometer with fast data collection capability for XRD with operando reactions. More updates will be shared at the symposium!
We have a fantastic line-up of keynote and invited speakers. In addition, AXAA and MXP invites researchers to submit abstracts for presentations or posters:
- from all institutions and at all career stages(undergrad, Honours, Masters, PhD, postdoc & established academics),
- from all science disciplines,
- to present results where any X-ray or neutron technique has been used to support your research.
Present in a very friendly environment and go into the running to win prizes! (for students and ECRs)
- For a student or ECR, email the abstract to ausxray@gmail.com to be eligible for AXAA prizes
- For all other researchers, email the abstract to MXP@monash.edu
- Abstract submission deadline: Monday, 10th October 2025.
In addition to invited speaker, and student talks and posters, this event will include:
- The 2025 AXAA Annual General Meeting (streamed online)
- The Monash X-ray Platform (MXP) tour
- A celebration event of new capabilities at the MXP
- A round table discussion with researchers from a wide research community for the future MXP technique/capability planning
The full program is available on the symposium website.
