As 2025 draws to a close, we look back on a year filled with progress, innovation, and achievement. From delivering expert-led training, launching our new website and strengthening our team to continuing our commitment to our outreach and volunteering activities, 2025 has strongly marked 20 years of Anthias Consulting. Here is Anthias’ 2025 round up.

2025 courses

Our training calendar for 2025 featured a diverse range of courses designed to equip professionals with the latest skills in analytical science. We taught 53 courses to over 100 delegates, either in-person face-to-face or online via our virtual classroom, covering topics such as; Gas and Liquid Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry, Size Exclusion Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, Method Validation, FTIR, Sample Preparation, Chemometrics, Deconvolution, ICP-MS & ICP-OES, TGA, DSC and many comprehensive sessions with Agilent hardware and software.

Our most popular courses this year were our Hands-on GC & GC-MS, Absolute Basics of HPLC & LC-MS, Applied Interpretation of GC-MS Spectra, Comprehensive GC-MS (Agilent SQMS with MassHunter), Hands-on HPLC & LC-MS and Applied ICP-MS.

Feedback from attendees is always greatly appreciated as it helps us improve each of our courses and learn what worked so well. This year, we received an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 which is incredible.

Comments from our feedback include:

• ‘Structure easy to follow.’
• ‘The pacing of the course was really good, there was plenty of time for questions to be raised.’
• ‘The visual representations was a nice simple way to understand the subject.’
• ‘I found the trainer to be knowledgeable and the course content in-depth.’
• ‘I did the course online using the Virtual Classroom software and found this very useful as there were many different windows open at the same time. It was very useful to see the presentation slides as the host was presenting.’
• ‘Being able to get to know the instrument with an expert on hand.’
• ‘The course increased my confidence.’
• ‘Very detailed explanation of the technique and strong introduction to the material.’
• ‘Clear explanations, and expert guidance make complex topics easy to understand.’
• ‘It provides clear practical guidance and makes it easier to diagnose issues systematically.’
• ‘I feel it has helped my professional development and made me more confident in this analytical technique.’
• ‘Very practical, hands-on course. You leave with a clear picture of the road ahead.’
• ‘Enjoyed being able to go into the lab and see in person the equipment we’d learnt the theory about.’

New activity

This year, we proudly launched a new website to enhance user experience and accessibility. These updates make it easier for delegates to explore our services, register for courses, and access valuable resources. The redesign reflects our focus on clarity, functionality, and modern design, ensuring that our digital platforms match the quality of our training.

We’ve brought you:

• Improved course information, clearly grouped by technique, experience level, manufacturer, and delivery method.
• Easier ways to browse and book training courses. Whether you prefer online, in-person, lab‑based, or blended learning environments.
• Updated resources, including CPD‑related content, interviews, tech tips, webinars, and more, all in a coherent and accessible layout.

2025 also saw the addition of new team members who bring fresh expertise and energy to Anthias Consulting. Their contributions have strengthened our ability to deliver tailored solutions and maintain the high standards our delegates expect. We welcomed two new members in 2025 and look to welcome another member in the new year.

Olivia Jones: Marketing and office manager. Olivia joined in March of 2025 and has had the incredible task of taking over all our marketing to improve our performance and awareness.

Anastasiia Khitrinevich: Website developer and consultant. Anastasiia joined in May of 2025 and has been instrumental in the launch of the new website and its continuation of performance.

Matthew Gell: Trainer and consultant. Matthew will be joining us in January and taking on teaching a range of our courses both online and face-to-face. We look forward to welcoming Matthew in January.

Outreach + volunteering activity

Diane Turner, Director and Senior Consultant at Anthias Consulting, has taken time out of her busy training schedule to dedicate much of 2025 to inspiring students, supporting careers education, and sharing her expertise in analytical chemistry. Through a wide range of outreach and volunteering activities, Diane has engaged with schools, colleges, and professional audiences across the UK, bringing science to life and encouraging young people to explore future opportunities.

Form the Future

Diane has partnered with Form the Future for a number of years now, contributing to careers education by helping students understand the diverse paths available in science and technology.

• June – Careers Carousel at Northstowe Secondary College
• December – Careers Carousel at Swavesey Village College

These sessions gave students the chance to meet professionals, ask questions, and gain insights into STEM careers.

“I’m a Scientist” – Inspiring Classroom Sessions

Diane has taken part in the “I’m a Scientist” programme many times this year, delivering interactive real-time text-based chats and discussions across the country.

• January – Earth & Environmental Sciences chat with Pate’s Grammar School, Gloucestershire
• February – Spectrometry and Spectroscopy (Chemistry) chat with Herne Bay High School, Kent
• February – Forensics chat with The Sandon School, Essex
• March – General science chat with St Anne’s Roman Catholic High School, Stockport
• June – Earth and Environmental Sciences chat with Waterhead Academy, Oldham
• September – General science chat with The Bromfords School, Essex
• September – Earth chat with Frithwood Primary School, Hillingdon
• September – Chemistry chat with The Holy Cross School, Kingston upon Thames
• November – Food production chat at Forres Academy, Moray
• December – General science chat with Ashwood Park Primary School, Dudley

These sessions ranged from environmental science to chemistry and forensics, sparking curiosity and showing students how science connects to everyday life.

Meteorites Outreach

Bringing space science to communities, Diane shared her passion through hands-on sessions showcasing The Open University’s meteorite outreach collection in March visiting:

• Swavesey Village College inspiring Year 8 space projects
• The Courtyard Café, Papworth Everard for a public event
• Newton Primary School 
• Comberton Village College science club
• Papworth Day Centre

These events allowed students and community members to experience real meteorite samples and learn about their scientific significance.

Mock Interviews & Careers Support

Helping students prepare for the world of work, Diane volunteered her time to support career readiness:

• May – Mock Interviews at Swavesey Village College
• July – Hosting a work experience placement at Anthias Consulting

Through these activities, Diane provided practical advice and mentoring to help young people build confidence and skills for their future careers.

Professional Talks & Conferences

Alongside her school outreach, Diane contributed to professional knowledge-sharing at major conferences this year:

• March – Women in Chromatography Round Table
• October – Lab Innovations: Reducing Consumables with a Gas Chromatography Sustainability & Health Check
• November – Non-Targeted Analysis of Food and Flavours: Data – from planning to interrogation – just where do you begin and, what pitfalls should you avoid?

Her talks highlighted sustainability, data analysis, and the importance of diversity in science.

From classrooms to conferences, Diane Turner’s 2025 outreach reflects her commitment to education, sustainability, and scientific engagement. By volunteering her time and expertise, she has inspired countless students, supported career development, and advanced conversations in the scientific community.

Her work demonstrates how scientists can make a lasting impact, not only through research but also by sharing knowledge, mentoring, and sparking curiosity in the next generation.

Looking ahead to 2026

As we look ahead to 2026, the year is already filling out with a variety of scheduled training courses including our most popular techniques, travelling to customer sites in the UK and worldwide as well as our continuation of outreach and volunteering activities.

We look forward to seeing you all in 2026 and if you’re looking to boost your professional development with a Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) approved training course for continuing professional development (CPD), then head over to our website to see our upcoming training courses: Upcoming courses | Anthias Consulting