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 prizes will be given to the most deserving contributed presentations.
Details for abstracts for poster and flash presentations can be found here (Deadline 30/04/26): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKKBjIhTwCeVBGUXMDuo3dzINH7s9VaFLF8C5Hcs5yX7WM_Q/viewform
Accommodation
Delegates attending the ScotChem Polymers and Soft Materials Conference 2026 can access a 15% discount on the standard best available room鈥憃nly rate at Courtyard 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 emailing reservations@courtyardedinburghwest.com or calling 0131 526 3210, quoting the meeting name:
鈥淪cotChem Polymers and Soft Materials Conference 2026.鈥�
Breakfast can be added for 拢10 per person per day.
We are grateful to the following sponsors:
GPE Scientific
Radleys
番茄社区 of Chemistry, Edinburgh and South East Scotland Local Section
Organising Committee
Dr Liam Donnelly (Conference Chair)
Dr Ruaraidh McIntosh
Dr Marc Little
Dr Dom Willcox
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 prizes will be given to the most deserving contributed presentations.
Details for abstracts for poster and flash presentations can be found here (Deadline 30/04/26): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKKBjIhTwCeVBGUXMDuo3dzINH7s9VaFLF8C5Hcs5yX7WM_Q/viewform
Accommodation
Delegates attending the ScotChem Polymers and Soft Materials Conference 2026 can access a 15% discount on the standard best available room鈥憃nly rate at Courtyard 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 emailing reservations@courtyardedinburghwest.com or calling 0131 526 3210, quoting the meeting name:
鈥淪cotChem Polymers and Soft Materials Conference 2026.鈥�
Breakfast can be added for 拢10 per person per day.
We are grateful to the following sponsors:
GPE Scientific
Radleys
番茄社区 of Chemistry, Edinburgh and South East Scotland Local Section
Organising Committee
Dr Liam Donnelly (Conference Chair)
Dr Ruaraidh McIntosh
Dr Marc Little
Dr Dom Willcox
