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Since its beginnings in 1960, the International Conference on Distillation & Absorption has become a leading scientific conference in Distillation and Absorption technology. The fine tradition which started in Brighton (UK) was carried on in Europe and will celebrated its 65th anniversary in 2026 in Salzburg in Austria. We trust that Distillation & Absorption 2026 will be a wonderful conference as well, bringing together scientists from all over Europe and the world.

It is therefore a great pleasure for the organisation team from Austria and Germany to invite you for the next Distillation & Absorption Conference from 30th August to 2nd September 2026. We have selected Salzburg Congress on the verdant edge of the world-famous Mirabell park gardens in the heart of Salzburg (Austria), the city of Mozart as one of the most remarkable congress venues in Europe.

Distillation & Absorption 2026 in Salzburg (Autria) will not only be a great scientific event but also a most pleasant and memorable experience for everybody: authors, exhibitors, participants and guests, alike.

We look forward to welcoming you in Salzburg (Austria)!

Eventdatum: 30.08.26 – 02.09.26

Eventort: Salzburg

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Eventdatum: 11.05.26 – 13.05.26

Eventort: Mainz

3. Jahrestreffen der Fachsektion Energie, Chemie und Klima am 24./25. März 2026 im DECHEMA-Haus in Frankfurt am Main

Eventdatum: 24.03.26 – 25.03.26

Eventort: Frankfurt am Main

Join us from 18–20 March 2026 in the historic city of Weimar for the next edition of the “Jahrestreffen Deutscher Katalytiker” – one of Europe’s leading conferences in the field of catalysis.

Every year, over 400 experts from academia, research institutions, and industry come together to explore the latest advances across all areas of catalysis – from fundamental research and catalyst design to process engineering and industrial applications.

The conference offers a dynamic platform for scientific exchange, networking, and inspiration. Expect cutting-edge presentations, insightful poster sessions, and a vibrant exhibition from industry partners. We also place a strong emphasis on supporting early-career researchers, offering them the chance to present their work and engage with leading minds in the field.

Renowned keynote speakers from academia and industry will highlight the program and share their latest insights.

Mark your calendar – we look forward to welcoming you to Weimar in March 2026!

Stay tuned – exciting updates are coming soon! You’ll find all the latest news and important information about the conference right here on this website.

Eventdatum: 18.03.26 – 20.03.26

Eventort: Weimar

The German Conference on Synthetic Biology 2026 (GCSB 2026) is set to take place in Münster, Germany from 11 – 13 March 2026.  

The programme of German Conference on Synthetic Biology GCSB 2026 is currently being jointly organised by the German Association for Synthetic Biology (GASB) and the common synthetic biology section of DBG, DECHEMA, GBM, GDCh and VAAM (Gemeinsame Fachgruppe Synthetische Biologie).

Join us by submitting your abstract for a talk until 5 October 2025!

Eventdatum: 11.03.26 – 13.03.26

Eventort: Münster

The 37^th German Zeolite Conference (DZT) will take place February 25^th through 27^th, 2026 at the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart. Organized by DECHEMA e.V., the conference is co-hosted by the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry II at the Ulm University and the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart.  

The conference covers the entire range of topics from synthesis and characterization to application of porous materials and from basic research to process development. In addition to presenting novel syntheses and novel characterization methods, the focus in Stuttgart is set on applications in catalysis, advances in adsorption and energy storage, also in relation to process development and engineering. Furthermore, a doctoral workshop will be offered on Wednesday morning, which focuses on the characterization of nanoporous materials.

The German Zeolite Conference is the ideal start for young scientists to present their work to a broad specialist audience, often for the first time in the form of a scientific talk. We therefore encourage in particular young scientists to present their work in Stuttgart.

The submission of abstracts for lectures and posters is possible until November 29^th, 2024 

Your organization team

Bettina Lotsch, Mika Lindén, Simon Krause

Eventdatum: 25.02.26 – 27.02.26

Eventort: Stuttgart

Biologically active natural products are of great importance for both basic research and for research and development in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. The annual symposium, established for over three decades, provides valuable insights into current developments and serves as a key event for interdisciplinary exchange of experience.

The Irsee Natural Product Symposium is organized by the DECHEMA Working Group „Small Molecule Natural Products with Biological Activity„.

Special emphasis is placed on the promotion of young scientists. During the young researcher sessions and poster presentations, participants will have the opportunity to present their research as well as to network and establish important connections within the natural products community.

The major topics for Irsee 2026 are

• Synthesis
• Applied new product research
• SAM dependent enzymes*
• Biosynthesis & Chemo-enzymatic approaches.

We are pleased to announce that Professor Anne Osbourn from John Innes Centre (Norwich, UK) has confirmed an evening lecture. 

Eventdatum: 25.02.26 – 27.02.26

Eventort: Frankfurt am Main

Membrane technology is currently gaining enormous importance as an energy-efficient separation process. This particularly applies to the separation of micropollutants in water, the replacement of thermal processes in chemical process engineering, and gas separation in energy technology and climate protection.

Join us at the Kassel Membrane Days (former Jahrestreffen Membrantechnik) – organised by the DECHEMA/VDI Working Group Membrane Technology and the German Society for Membrane Technology (DGMT).

In keeping with the tradition of DECHEMA working group conferences, we aim to present and discuss new findings from membrane research. Our goal is to facilitate and stimulate exchange between early career researchers and established experts. The conference is open to international speakers and participants, so both German and English are permitted as lecture languages. Slides and posters shall be prepared in English.

We very much look forward to welcoming you in Kassel in 2026 for an intensive exchange!

Eventdatum: 03.02.26 – 04.02.26

Eventort: Frankfurt am Main

Wie hilft uns PAT die Transformation zu gestalten? Das 20. AK PAT Kolloquium steht im Zeichen von Transformation und künstlicher Intelligenz. Wie transformiert PAT die Zukunft und wie transformiert die Zukunft PAT. Wie begleitet und steuert PAT die Grüne Transformation? Welchen Impact hat AI auf die PAT? Wie erlebt Biotechnologie die PAT? 
Im Anschluss an unser Festkolloquium zum 20-jährigen Bestehen des AK PAT präsentieren und diskutieren wir dieses Jahr bei der DECHEMA in Frankfurt.

In mehreren Sessions plus Round-Table-Diskussionen, Hersteller- und Poster-Ausstellungen zeigen wir Erfolgsprojekte aus Theorie und Praxis, Innovationen und lehrreiche Anwendungen. Freut Euch in diesem Jahr auf besondere Keynote-Speaker!

Wir suchen Beiträge rund um Green Transformations, zu AI/KI in der PAT und zu ihrer Rolle der PAT in der Biotechnologie.

Unser all-time favourite PAT-Innovationen bietet wieder Vorträge und Poster über neue Echtzeit-Methodologien, Probenahme, Optimierung und Miniaturisierung.

Das 20. AK PAT Kolloquium steht unter dem Motto: PAT transformiert.

Bei unserem Gastgeber DECHEMA wird die Kolloquiumssprache Deutsch sein, Englisch ist sowohl für Einreichungen, Vorträge als auch in der Diskussion willkommen.

Eventdatum: 03.12.25 – 05.12.25

Eventort: Frankfurt am Main