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Discover a wide range of chemistry events happening throughout the UK and Ireland, from workshops and lectures to conferences and networking opportunities. Use this page to browse all upcoming events, find those near you, and stay connected with the chemistry community.
18th International conference on materials chemistry (MC18)
The RSC’s Materials ÉîÒ¹¸£Àû¹ú²ú¾«Æ· Community flagship event showcased two decades of materials chemistry
12–15 July 2027
Cardiff, UK
Corrosion from fundamentals to extremes Faraday Discussion
The Faraday Discussions are unique international discussion meetings.
7–9 April 2027
Manchester, UK
Forensic and Applied Science Networking Meeting
Networking event for applied/forensic science/chemistry HE teaching staff
23 July 2026
Preston, UK
RSC Applied symposium: Interfaces and polymers for a sust...
A one day symposium showcasing application focussed materials research
23 July 2026
London, UK
EUCHEMSIL 2026
30th EUChemS Conference on Molten Salts and Ionic Liquids
26–31 July 2026
Cambridge, UK
International Conference on Hydrogenase and Other Redox Metalloenzymes
An international conference discussing the latest advances in redox metalloenzyme research and applications.
26–30 July 2026
Leicester, UK
From molecules to mobility: The future of sustainable fuels
This event aimed at researchers in materials chemistry will bring all career stages together.
30 July 2026
London, UK
Hands on HPLC and LCMS
Provides theory of HPLC and LC-MS to any participant, along with hands-on element in the laboratory
3–7 August 2026
Milton Keynes, UK
The Box of Cheese - Cheese and Wine Tasting
Cheese and Wine tasting event hosted by the Mid Southern Counties local section.
16 August 2026
Southampton, UK
ÉîÒ¹¸£Àû¹ú²ú¾«Æ· in the Land of Oak & Iron
Join us at the Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre for a fun and fascinating day of discovery.
21 August 2026
Near Blaydon, UK
Teesside Section Lunch: Saturday 22 August 2026 12:30 Spo...
Teesside Section Lunch: Saturday 22 August 2026 12:30 Spotted Dog High Coniscliffe
22 August 2026
Darlington, UK
Electrochem 2026
"Electrochem" is the annual UK Electrochemistry conference, co-supported by the RSC and SCI.
23–25 August 2026
York, UK
UKPorMat Early Career Researchers Conference
First UKPorMat event for ECRs, showcasing porous materials research and fostering networking.
24–25 August 2026
Liverpool, UK
Comprehensive GC-MS software (Agilent MassHunter for SQMS)
The Comprehensive GC-MS Software Training introduces Agilent MassHunter for instrument control, data acquisitio...
26–28 August 2026
Milton Keynes, UK
Pride in Chem
This event is dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the voices of LGBTQIA+ chemists.
27 August 2026
Manchester, UK
NanoteC26
NanoteC unites carbon nanoscience researchers to share insights and foster discussion.
1–4 September 2026
Manchester, UK
RSC Dalton Community Scotland and Universities of Scotlan...
The second joint Scottish Dalton/USIC meeting at Heriot-Watt University 1st and 2nd September 2026
1–2 September 2026
Edinburgh, UK
Hands on GC sustainability and health check
Practical course provides onsite gas health check with training on how to carry out leak checks
2 September 2026
Milton Keynes, UK
2–4 September 2026
Cambridge, UK
National Conference for Science Technicians 2026
We are thrilled to announce the return of the National Conference for Science Technicians (NCST)
2 September 2026
Bristol, UK
RSC Photophysics and Photochemistry Group Early Career Me...
The 2026 Early Career Meeting will be held on 3–4 September 2026, at Durham University.
3–4 September 2026
Durham, UK
Recent Appointees in Materials Science (RAMS) 2026 Confer...
RAMS 2026 brings UK materials researchers together to share ideas and build collaborations.
3–4 September 2026
Edinburgh, UK
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