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The event brings together leading and early-career researchers, doctoral students and industry experts working in polymers and soft materials to share the latest advances in the field.

Keynote speakers

• Prof. Andrew Dove(University of Birmingham)
• Prof. Clare Mahon(University of Durham)
• Dr Ina Vollmer(Utrecht University)
• Invited speakers include:
• Dr Ryan Perreira(Heriot-Watt University)
• Dr Euan Kay(University of St Andrews)
• Dr Teherah Nemiataram(University of Strathclyde)
• Dr Maya Al Sid Cheikh(University of Edinburgh)
• Dr Bernhard Schmidt(University of Glasgow)
• Dr Sam Patterson(Impact Solutions)
• Frank Stott(Croda)

ECR Abstract submission

There are opportunities for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) to present Oral and Flash presentations.ECR prizeswill be given to the most deserving contributed presentations.

Details for abstracts for poster and flash presentations can be foundhere(Deadline30/04/26):https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKKBjIhTwCeVBGUXMDuo3dzINH7s9VaFLF8C5Hcs5yX7WM_Q/viewform

Accommodation

Delegates attending the ScotChem Polymers and Soft Materials Conference 2026 can access a15% discounton the standard best available room鈥憃nly rate atCourtyard Edinburgh West, located on the Heriot-Watt campus. The discount is subject to availability at the time of booking and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions.

To book, delegates should contact the hotel directly by [email protected] calling0131 526 3210, quoting the meeting name "ScotChem Polymers and Soft Materials Conference 2026."

Breakfast can be added for拢10 per person per day.

We are grateful to the following sponsors

• GPE Scientific
• Radleys
• 91AV, Edinburgh and South East Scotland Local Section

Organising Committee

• Dr Liam Donnelly (Conference Chair)
• Dr Ruaraidh McIntosh
• Dr Marc Little
• Dr Dom Willcox