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 →Invited Keynote Series
Five thematic perspectives. Five invited keynote speakers.
The invited keynote speakers represent the five thematic areas of the symposium and form the Scientific Committee, connecting specialist expertise with the broader responsibilities of chemistry in a changing world.
AI & Digital Transformation
Scientific Committee · Invited Keynote
Dr Sebastian Sbarna
Novo Nordisk · Technical University of Denmark · Brainster AIatWork
Keynote
Can AI Make Chemistry Greener? From Faster to Better Decisions
Enterprise AI, responsible AI, data governance and data-driven decision-making for more responsible scientific and organisational transformation.
View keynote profile →Climate, Environment & Cultural Heritage
Scientific Committee · Invited Keynote
Prof. Maite Maguregui
University of the Basque Country (EHU) · NYU Tandon School of Engineering
Keynote focus
Green Conservation
Analytical chemistry and sustainable conservation strategies for the responsible understanding and protection of cultural heritage.
View keynote profile →Chemistry & Circular Economy
Scientific Committee · Invited Keynote
Prof. Ioan Călinescu
POLITEHNICA Bucharest · ULTRA–MINT Laboratory
Keynote focus
Microplastics
Non-conventional process activation, sustainable chemical technologies and the challenge of microplastics within a circular-economy perspective.
View keynote profile →Health & Emerging Medical Technologies
Scientific Committee · Invited Keynote
Dr Roxana Piticescu
National Research and Development Institute for Non-Ferrous and Rare Metals (INCDMNR–IMNR)
Keynote
Title to be announced
A research and innovation perspective connecting advanced materials, emerging technologies and responsible development for health-related applications.
View keynote profile →Education, Ethics & Society
Scientific Committee · Invited Keynote
Prof. Anca Silvestru
Babeș-Bolyai University · EuChemS Ethics in Chemistry
Keynote
Title to be announced
Ethics, responsibility and scientific practice at the interface of chemical education, research governance and engagement with society.
View keynote profile →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 five-step submission process with automatic draft saving and a final review before submission.
Submit abstractRegistration
Register for on-site or online participation using the secure registration form.
Registration pageHybrid Participation
Join on-site at the University of Craiova or participate online.
Venue & formatAcademic Portal
Secure access for authors and reviewers to submissions and review assignments.
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