4th World Conference on Engineering Thermochemistry (WCETC 2026)
Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology,
University of Cambridge
19 - 22 July 2026
Organised by the World Society of Engineering Thermochemistry
and the University of Cambridge
Deadline for abstract submission extended until 30 April 2026
Welcome to the 4th World Conference on Engineering Thermochemistry
We are pleased to announce the 4th World Conference on Engineering Thermochemistry (WCETC 2026), which will take place from July 19-22, 2026, at the University of Cambridge.
Thermochemistry plays a vital role in both contemporary academic research and industrial practice. Our conference provides an exciting opportunity for scientists from around the world to discuss new advancements in Engineering Thermochemistry.
This year, we have introduced new sessions dedicated to early-stage thermochemistry researchers to help them connect with experienced academics and industry colleagues, building networks that can support their career goals. We will also host a series of engaging plenary lectures by distinguished experts, as well as keynote talks by emerging and established leaders.
On behalf of the WCETC 2026 organising committee, we invite you to join us in the historic city of Cambridge and share your latest work.
In addition, the 5th Annual General Meeting of the World Society of Engineering Thermochemistry (WSETC) will take place at the same time. WSETC, registered in August 2022, is a not-for-profit organisation and network for researchers and professionals in engineering thermochemistry. It has the breadth of resources and expertise you need, whether you are in the core thermochemistry industries or in emerging areas.
We hope you will join us at WCETC 2026.
Prof. Ewa Marek
Chair of WCETC 2026
On behalf of WCETC 2026 Co-Chairs and the Organising Committee
Registration
Early bird (until 20 May 2026)
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Student: 400 GBP
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Non-student delegate: 550 GBP
Standard sale
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Student: 510 GBP
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Non-student delegate: 699 GBP
Session topics and invited speakers
Session topics
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Energy resources conversion
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Inorganic resources utilisation
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Materials and chemicals
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Low carbon and environmental technologies
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Energetic fuels and process safety
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Thermochemical conversion and engineering
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Thermochemical cross-field
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Policy and economics
Invited speakers
Prof. Liang-Shih Fan (The Ohio State University, Ohio, United States​)
Prof. Raffaella Ocone (Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland)
Prof. Rui Xiao (Southeast University, Nanjing, China)
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Important dates
Abstract submission deadline - 13 April 2026 30 April 2026
Early bird registration deadline - 20 May 2026
Conference dates - 19-22 July 2026
Abstract submission
(open until 30 April 2026)
Instructions to authors
An abstract of up to 300 words should be prepared using the provided template (link to download here). Up to one captioned figure may be included. The limit of the abstract is one page of A4, including references.
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All abstracts should be submitted to support@wsetc.org in PDF format.
The conference will have a mixed format of oral and poster presentations​. The authors will be notified, along with the abstract acceptance email, regarding the presentation format.
Oral presentation: 10 minutes + 5 mins Q&A
Poster presentation: A0 size poster
Presentation format
Program at a glance
Accommodation information
Many hotels are available in Cambridge and Eddington. The main hotels in the area are listed below in order of proximity to the conference location. Turing Locke and Hyatt Centric Cambridge, located in the Eddington neighbourhood, are 10 minutes away by bus, or 20 minutes by foot. Cambridge is well connected by a vast network of buses and all hotels listed below are within 30 minutes of the conference location.
1: Turing Locke
47 Eddington Ave, Cambridge CB3 1SE
37 Eddington Ave, Cambridge CB3 1SE
3. Premier Inn Cambridge North (Girton)
Huntingdon Rd, Girton, Cambridge CB3 0DL
4. Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre (Corn Exchange/Lion Yard)
Guidhall St, Cambridge CB2 3NH
5. Hilton Cambridge City Centre
20 Downing St, Cambridge CB2 3DT
6. ibis Cambridge Central Station
2 Station Sq, Cambridge CB1 2GA
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Recommended travel route to CEB:
1, 2: Take the U1 Universal or U2 Universal from Sainsburys to Philippa Fawcett Drive
3: Take the U1 Universal from Thornton Road to Philippa Fawcett Drive
4, 5: Take the Bus 4 from Drummer St Bus Station to British Antarctic Survey, or the U1 Universal from Pembroke Street to Philippa Fawcett Drive
6: Take the U1 Universal or U2 Universal from Cambridge Railway Station to Philippa Fawcett Drive