A PILOT EVENT WITH A FUTURE · INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM

RESPONSIBLE CHEMISTRY
FOR A CHANGING WORLD

One world — Five themes — Shared responsibility.

▣20 November 2026
●University of CraiovaCraiova, Romania
▰Hybridon-site and online participation
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Abstract SubmissionDeadline: 22 October 2026
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RegistrationCloses: 15 November 2026
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Hybrid ParticipationOn-site & Online
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Final RoundtableFrom Five Themes to Five Priorities
Platform status — prototype environment. This academic platform is not yet connected to a production backend. Abstract submissions, registrations, autosave, reviews and Academic Portal data are currently stored only in this browser for demonstration and testing purposes. The production version will be connected to an approved conference backend before official use.

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.

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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

AI & Digital Transformation

Responsible use of artificial intelligence, data-driven chemistry, automation and emerging digital approaches.

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ENV

Climate, Environment & Cultural Heritage

Chemistry for understanding vulnerability, environmental change, climate resilience and the protection of cultural heritage.

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Chemistry & Circular Economy

Circularity, renewable resources, waste valorisation, sustainable materials and responsible chemical production.

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Health & Emerging Medical Technologies

Responsible innovation in medicinal chemistry, diagnostics, biomaterials, drug delivery and emerging healthcare technologies.

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SOC

Education, Ethics & Society

Building responsibility into chemical education, research practice, communication, governance and engagement with society.

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Symposium Experience

Listen · Contribute · Connect · Act

The format combines expert perspectives, short research communication, participant reflection and interdisciplinary networking.

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Invited Keynote

A forward-looking perspective from an international expert.

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Responsible Chemistry in 10

Selected 10-minute flash talks presenting emerging research, ideas and challenges.

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Participant Reflection

On-site and online participants contribute their perspectives.

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Coffee & Connections

Informal networking connecting people, disciplines and potential collaborations.

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Final Roundtable

Responsible Chemistry: From Challenges to Action — from five themes to five priorities.

JOIN THE DIALOGUE

Different perspectives. A more responsible tomorrow.

Interdisciplinary participation is particularly encouraged.

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Participation & Information

Plan your contribution

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Abstract Submission

Deadline: 22 October 2026

Use the proposed platform workflow to prepare a local prototype submission.

Submit abstract
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Registration

The source brief does not yet contain official registration details.

Registration page
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Hybrid Participation

Join on-site at the University of Craiova or participate online.

Venue & format
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Academic Portal

Prototype dashboards for authors, reviewers and organisers.

Open portal

Venue

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