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INTERNATIONAL EXPERT

LECTURE SERIES

TITLE: PARADIGM SHIFT IN ANTIDOPING ANALYSIS
Date: 29th September 2023

Details of participants: MSc. Forensic Science students.

Resource Persons:
Dr. Shobha Ahi, Deputy Director, Drug Control Centre, Department of

Analytical, Environmental and Forensic Sciences School of Cancer and
Pharmaceutical Sciences, King's College, London

Brief Summary of Expert Guest lecture

On September 29, 2023, an enlightening international guest lecture was hosted
via Zoom, focusing on the topic "Paradigm Shift in Antidoping Analysis." The

distinguished speaker for this event was Dr. Shobha Ahi, the Deputy Director
of the Drug Control Centre, King's College, London. Dr. Shobha Ahi's lecture

covered various aspects of the paradigm shift occurring in antidoping analysis,
focusing on advancements in technology, legal implications, and the impact on

sporting communities worldwide. Some key highlights of the lecture includes
Technological Advancements in Antidoping Analysis and Biological Passports
and Athlete Biological Passport (ABP). The lecture delved into the concept of

biological passports and the ABP, outlining how these innovative tools are
transforming antidoping strategies. Dr. Ahi emphasized their role in providing

a longitudinal profile of an athlete's biological markers, enhancing the detection
of doping practices over time. The lecture concluded with a discussion on the

future directions of antidoping analysis using dried blood spots (DBS),
emphasizing the need for ongoing research, international collaboration, and

regulatory adjustments to address emerging challenges in the field. Following
the lecture, there was an interactive Q&A session where participants had the
opportunity to ask questions and seek clarifications on the topics discussed.

This session facilitated a deeper understanding of the subject matter.