Abstract SubmissionDeadline: 22 October 2026
A PILOT EVENT WITH A FUTURE · INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
RESPONSIBLE CHEMISTRY
FOR A CHANGING WORLD
One world — Five themes — Shared responsibility.
RegistrationCloses: 15 November 2026
Hybrid ParticipationOn-site & Online
Final RoundtableFrom Five Themes to Five Priorities
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About the Symposium
Chemistry, responsibility and a world in rapid transition
Chemistry is at the heart of many transformations shaping our future, from artificial intelligence and advanced medical technologies to climate resilience, circular production and the protection of cultural heritage.
The one-day hybrid Pilot Symposium brings together researchers, educators, professionals and stakeholders from different disciplines and countries to explore chemistry's emerging responsibilities in a complex, fast-changing world.
Learn more about the symposium →Important Dates
22 October 2026Abstract submission deadline
30 October 2026Acceptance decisions
15 November 2026Registration closes
20 November 2026Symposium day · University of Craiova
Thematic Areas
Five perspectives. One shared responsibility.
Scientific innovation, sustainability and societal responsibility are explored through five connected thematic areas.
AI & Digital Transformation
Responsible use of artificial intelligence, data-driven chemistry, automation and emerging digital approaches.
Explore theme →Climate, Environment & Cultural Heritage
Chemistry for understanding vulnerability, environmental change, climate resilience and the protection of cultural heritage.
Explore theme →Chemistry & Circular Economy
Circularity, renewable resources, waste valorisation, sustainable materials and responsible chemical production.
Explore theme →Health & Emerging Medical Technologies
Responsible innovation in medicinal chemistry, diagnostics, biomaterials, drug delivery and emerging healthcare technologies.
Explore theme →Education, Ethics & Society
Building responsibility into chemical education, research practice, communication, governance and engagement with society.
Explore theme →Symposium Experience
Listen · Contribute · Connect · Act
The format combines expert perspectives, short research communication, participant reflection and interdisciplinary networking.
Invited Keynote
A forward-looking perspective from an international expert.
Responsible Chemistry in 10
Selected 10-minute flash talks presenting emerging research, ideas and challenges.
Participant Reflection
On-site and online participants contribute their perspectives.
Coffee & Connections
Informal networking connecting people, disciplines and potential collaborations.
Final Roundtable
Responsible Chemistry: From Challenges to Action — from five themes to five priorities.
Participation & Information
Plan your contribution
Abstract Submission
Deadline: 22 October 2026
Use the guided conference-grade workflow with server-side autosave and structured submission.
Submit abstractRegistration
Register for on-site or online participation through the academic backend.
Registration pageHybrid Participation
Join on-site at the University of Craiova or participate online.
Venue & formatAcademic Portal
Secure author and reviewer access, with organiser administration in Google Workspace.
Open portalVenue
University of Craiova · Craiova, Romania
A hybrid academic event designed to connect an on-site symposium community with participants joining online.
20 November 2026University of CraiovaCraiova, RomaniaHybrid · on-site and online