Knowledge-Based Workshop
Novel Psychoactive Substances in the Digital Era: Markets, Fast Detection, and AI-Enhanced Analysis
Date: 27-10-2025 l Time: 10: 00 till 16: 00
Objectives:
Explore the role of online markets and digital platforms in the distribution of novel psychoactive substances (NPS) and the challenges they pose to regulation.
Discuss the latest advancements in NPS detection, focusing on rapid technologies and the hurdles in identifying these substances in clinical and forensic settings.
Investigate how artificial intelligence and machine learning are improving NPS detection and analysis, and their potential to reshape public health responses.
Address the public health risks of NPS in the digital era, and provide participants with strategies to recognize and manage emerging trends in patient safety and healthcare systems.
Encourage collaboration between healthcare professionals, regulators, and tech innovators to tackle the challenges of NPS detection, monitoring, and digital market regulation.
TARGET AUDIENCE:
Healthcare Professionals: Physicians, pharmacists, toxicologists, and others involved in patient care and substance safety.
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Students: Medical, pharmacy, public health, and technology students interested in NPS and AI-based solutions.
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Toxicologists & Forensic Experts: Professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of NPS detection and trends.
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AI and Data Science Experts: Innovators interested in using AI for substance abuse detection and public health.
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Regulatory and Law Enforcement: Those responsible for regulating and monitoring NPS in the context of digital distribution.
