CIQTEK & SciMed Energize EFEPR Summer School 2025 in Manchester

The 10th EFEPR Summer School, held at the University of Manchester, welcomed over 130 young researchers and established experts from across Europe for an inspiring week of lectures, tutorials, and hands-on sessions. CIQTEK, together with our UK partner SciMed, was proud to be part of this vibrant event dedicated to advancing Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) science.

At our booth, we presented the CIQTEK EPR200M benchtop spectrometer, a compact yet powerful platform designed for teaching labs, research groups, and emerging facilities. Many participants were excited to see how the instrument combines high performance with accessibility, sparking conversations about applications ranging from free radical studies to transition metal analysis.

But science wasn’t the only highlight. To bring extra warmth to the event, we introduced our CIQTEK panda mascot—a plush companion that quickly became a favorite among attendees. The panda added a touch of fun, helping students relax and encouraging more open and engaging discussions. It was a great reminder that science can be both rigorous and joyful.

Throughout the week, our team enjoyed deep discussions on topics such as variable temperature experiments, modernization of legacy EPR systems, and the role of benchtop instruments in expanding access to EPR education. These exchanges reinforced our commitment to supporting both established laboratories and the next generation of researchers.

A special thank you goes to our distributor SciMed for their strong support and collaboration throughout the event. Their expertise and enthusiasm helped create an inviting space where participants could explore new ideas and connect with the latest in EPR instrumentation.

We leave Manchester energized by the passion of the EFEPR community and look forward to continuing our contributions to global EPR education and research.