Early Stage Researchers Conference 2026

The EU GREEN Early Stage Researchers Conference (ESRC) 2026 is a multidisciplinary event that brings together Master’s, PhD, and Postdoctoral researchers from across the  EU GREEN Alliance for a dynamic programme of interdisciplinary research exchange and engagement, hosted by Atlantic Technological University (ATU) at its Sligo campus in Ireland

Location: Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Sligo Campus, Ireland
Dates: Tuesday 3 November – Thursday 5 November 2026

 Why Participate?

ESRC 2026 offers participants the opportunity to:

  • Share research with an international academic and professional audience
  • Receive valuable feedback to support research development
  • Network with peers across EU GREEN partner institutions
  • Enhance professional and academic skills
  • Attend workshops on cutting edge research themes
  • Experience social and cultural events in the West of Ireland

In addition, industry representatives and external stakeholders will participate in panel discussions, offering:

  • Expert feedback
  • Insight into real-world applications

Theme

“EU GREEN Research and Sustainability: Insights Across Disciplines”,

the event promotes collaboration and knowledge exchange across diverse research areas, while strengthening connections between academia and real-world practice.

Who Can Apply?

The conference is open to Early Stage Researchers – Master’s, PhD Students and Post Doctoral Researchers from across the EU GREEN Alliance.

Key Dates

Submission Deadline: 30 June 2026

  • Notification of Acceptance: September 2026
  • Conference: 3–5 November 2026

How to Apply

  1. Complete the Early Stage Researchers Conference 2026 Registration Form:
REGISTRATION FORM

 2. Submit:

DOWNLOAD ABSTRACT TEMPLATE HERE

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ERSC 2026- Abstract Submission – Your Name

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Conference Programme

A full programme will be released closer to the conference

Participants will primarily present their work as oral presentations (12 minutes each).

Poster presentations will also be accepted for those beginning their research and can also be presented as a three-minute oral presentation.

Thematic Areas

Presentations will be organised across the following thematic areas:

  • Health and Life Sciences
  • Environmental Science and Agri-Food
  • Education, Policy and Sustainability
  • Arts, Law and Social Sciences
  • Engineering, Design and Built Environment
  • Business, Economics and Innovation

Selection Process

Submissions will be assessed based on:

  • Relevance to conference themes
  • Academic quality
  • Clarity and structure
  • Format suitability (oral/poster)

Additional:

  • Approval from home institution
  • Must be registered/staff in Nov 2026

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