Scientific Programme

The scientific programme of OPERANDO NANO INTERFACES 2026 brings together internationally leading researchers and outstanding contributions from the community to highlight the latest advances in operando and in situ characterisation of dynamic functional interfaces across catalysis, electrochemistry, batteries, and energy materials. Over three days, the conference will feature invited lectures by internationally recognized experts, selected oral presentations and poster contributions from submitted abstracts, high-level roundtable discussions, and extensive opportunities for scientific discussion, networking, and the initiation of new collaborations. Complementing the scientific programme, two high-level roundtable discussions will provide unique perspectives on future scientific directions and the role of research and innovation in the global energy transition.

Conference Highlights

Roundtable I

Science, Innovation and Policy: Accelerating the Energy Transition

Representatives from academia, industry, and public policy discuss how scientific discovery and technological innovation can accelerate the global energy transition.

Confirmed Panelist:

Member, German Council for Sustainable Development & Former Chair (2020–2023) | Former Chief Executive Officer, Federation of German Industries (BDI) | Former Bavarian State Minister for the Environment, Health and Consumer Protection | Chairman, Research Center on Energy, Climate and Sustainability, Bucerius Law School

Roundtable II

The Future of Operando Nanoscale Science

Leading international researchers discuss emerging scientific challenges and future directions in operando nanoscale science.

Confirmed panelists:

Editor-in-Chief, Nature Catalysis

Additional distinguished panelists will be announced soon.

Schedule

The preliminary programme is shown below. A detailed schedule, including presentation titles and session information, will be published closer to the conference.