Academic Conference / Tokyo
Laboratory Automation Developers Conference 2026 [Tokyo]
A conference dedicated to discussion, knowledge sharing, and networking in laboratory automation (research automation).
Date
July 2 (Thu) – 3 (Fri), 2026
Venue
Miraikan – The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Language
Japanese / English
Organizer
Laboratory Automation Society of Japan
Event Information
- Event Name: Laboratory Automation Developers Conference 2026 (LADEC2026)
- Dates: July 2 (Thu) – 3 (Fri), 2026
- Venue: Miraikan (National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation)
- Address: 2-3-6 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Organizer: Laboratory Automation Society of Japan
- Language: Japanese and English
Overview
- Purpose: To bring together developers, engineers, and researchers in laboratory automation across disciplines
- Participants: Developers of automation systems and software, users of automation platforms, researchers in life sciences, chemistry, and materials science, as well as industry professionals
- Scope: Covers a wide range of technologies including microscopy, image processing, AI/LLM, microfluidics, and automation systems
- Concept: A platform to accelerate development through knowledge sharing and close interaction among developers
Program Overview
- July 2 (Thu): Opening, lecture sessions, poster session & exhibition, networking reception
- July 3 (Fri): Lecture sessions, poster session & exhibition, closing session
- Sessions: Held across multiple venues within Miraikan
- Online: Streaming via Zoom
- Communication: Discord platform used for interaction
Registration & Student Support
- Registration: Via connpass platform
- General (On-site): JPY 5,000 (advance payment, limited slots)
- Student (On-site): Free (limited slots)
- ID Requirement: Photo ID required at check-in
- Travel Support: Available for approximately 30 students based on registration order and budget
Access
- Nearest Station: Tokyo International Cruise Terminal Station (Yurikamome Line), approx. 5 minutes walk
- Nearest Station: Telecom Center Station (Yurikamome Line), approx. 4 minutes walk
- Nearest Station: Tokyo Teleport Station (Rinkai Line), approx. 15 minutes walk


