Introduction: Dr. Richard Guest is Reader in Biometric Systems Engineering at the University of Kent. His research interests lie broadly within image processing and pattern recognition, specializing in biometric and forensic systems, particularly in the areas of image and behavioral information analysis, standardization and document processing. He has significant involvement with biometric standards development as Panel Chair of the UK BSI IST/44 Working Group on Biometric Technical Interfaces and as UK Principal Expert to ISO/IEC in this area representing the UK industrial, governmental and academic interests. He has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, acted as editor of 3 international standards and has obtained funding from UK EPSRC, ESRC, EU, charitable funds and industry. He is the Project Coordinator of the AMBER EU Marie Curie ITN on mobile biometrics systems. Speech Title: "Mobile Biometrics: Challenges and Opportunities" Abstract: The use of biometric systems are becoming ever more widespread, especially on mobile computing devices such as tablets and smartphones. Conventional research into biometric systems has focussed on the development of algorithmic solutions to enhance verification and identification of subjects with solutions being used in predominantly ‘fixed’ implementations, where sensors and systems are deployed in controlled situations. The transition of biometric systems to mobile devices is not straightforward however as, by their very nature, devices can be used in many different environments. Minimising environmental effects and interaction problems are critical as biometrics become ubiquitous – particularly given the wider user-base and usage frequency. Balancing these challenges are the range of novel mobile device sensors and data that may be utilised to enhance personal security and authentication for the user. In this presentation we shall explore the key opportunities and challenges for future research within mobile biometrics, addressing issues such as continuous authentication, multimodality, interaction and vulnerability assessment.