41st Topical Meeting of the International Society of Electrochemistry

You are warmly invited to the 41st Topical Meeting of the International Society of Electrochemistry which will take place in Belgrade, Serbia, from 7 to 10 June 2026. The meeting will be hosted by the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Civil Engineering, situated in a historic cultural heritage building in the broader city center. Belgrade, a lively metropolis of over two million residents, serves as the cultural, educational, and scientific hub of Southeast Europe. It is also home to the renowned Belgrade School of Electrochemistry, celebrated for its ongoing contributions to the field. As the leading academic institution in Serbia and the surrounding region, the University of Belgrade offers an intellectually stimulating environment. The 42nd Topical Meeting will provide a dynamic platform for exchanging research and exploring innovation in corrosion and surface modification, fostering collaboration across disciplines in electrochemistry and promoting green processes and technologies. We look forward to welcoming you to Belgrade, where outstanding science
combines with inspiring surroundings.

Important Dates

• Opening date for abstract submission: 10 December 2025
• Opening date for registration: 14 January 2026
• Deadline for abstract submission: 5 February 2026
• End of early registration: 20 April 2026
• Abstract submission ends: 27 April 2026
• (All presenting authors of accepted abstracts are expected to register. Abstracts without a registered presenting author will be withdrawn from the event on 28 April 2026)
• Conference begins: 7 June 2026

Organizing Committee

Jelena Bajat (Co-Chair), University of Belgrade, Serbia
Gavrilo Šekularac (Co-Chair), University of Belgrade, Serbia
Đenđi Vaštag (Co-Chair), University of Novi Sad, Serbia

Local Organizing Committee

Aleksandar Dekanski, Univ. of Belgrade
Mila Krstajić Pajić, Univ. of Belgrade
Nevenka Elezović, Univ. of Belgrade
Rastko Vasilić, Univ. of Belgrade
Ivana Perović, Univ. of Belgrade

Scientific Scope of the Conference

The meeting will cover all aspects of corrosion science and surface modification using a wide array of methods, ranging from fundamentals to applications in various engineering processes and technologies. It aims to unite researchers from diverse fields related to surface modification to explore its effects on material properties and durability, including novel environmentally friendly coatings, advanced electrode materials in electrocatalysis, batteries and supercapacitors, bioelectrochemistry, biomedical applications, and sensor performance, among others.

Different aspects of developing advanced modified “green” functional surfaces will offer an interdisciplinary approach to surface functionalization and characterization, while also fostering discussion for further advancements in the boundaries of fundamental and applied electrochemistry and material science.

Symposium 1: Emerging Trends in Corrosion Evaluation and Mitigation via Surface Modification Strategies

• S1a: Innovations in Surface Engineering for Enhanced Corrosion and Wear Resistance
• S1b: Advancements in (Bio)Electrochemical Sensing: Surface Engineering for Enhanced Sensitivity, Selectivity, and Luminescence-Based Detection

Symposium 2: Electrochemical Interface Engineering for Advanced Energy Systems

• S2a: Innovative Surface Modification Approaches for High-Performance Energy Storage Devices
• S2b: Tailoring Surfaces for Energy Harvesting through High-Efficiency Electrocatalysis

Presentation Guide

Oral Presentation Instructions
• Presentations must be set up prior to the beginning of the session
• Preferred: Bring your presentation on a memory stick compatible with a PC computer

Alternatively: Personal laptop computers may be used, but you must ensure compatibility with the LCD projector prior to the start of the session. Also bring a memory stick as a backup.
Overhead projectors will not be supplied except upon special request at least one month before the conference and at the speaker’s expense.

Poster Presentation Instructions
Poster presentation size: 90-cm wide × 150-cm high (The A0 portrait format (84.1-cm wide × 118.9-cm high) is recommended for the posters).

Abstract

Abstract submission opens on 10 December 2025.
Please return to this page after that date to submit your abstract.

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Registration

Registration opens on 14 January 2026.
Please return to this page after that date to register.

Registration fee includes:
attendance to all conference activities, conference program, three lunches, conference gala dinner, coffee breaks, and poster session finger food.

*Be aware that payments by bank transfer are only possible until 2 April 2026. This limitation is due to the lengthy processes of bank transfer payment to be received by ISE.

**PhD students applying for the reduced student fee should ask their supervisor to send in parallel with the on-line registration a short letter by e-mail confirming their student status to:
E-mail: events@ise-online.org

Bank transfer payments
Bank transfers can be accepted if the following instructions are followed exactly. If you do not follow these instructions and we receive a bank transfer notification with no mention of the participant ID, it is impossible to assign the payment to a person. No bank charges should be charged to meeting organizer.
(Bank transfer payment instructions)

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Registration Cancellation Policy
In the event of cancellation by the delegate to participate at the meeting, the registration fee will be refunded according to the figures below. However, all processing costs will be covered by the registrant. Refunds are not given for no-shows. (N.B. Delegates with paid registrations who cancel later than 30 days before the conference begins will receive no refund of their registration fee)

Registration fee
Until 30 days before Early Registration deadline: Full refund
Until Early Registration deadline: 50% refund
After Early Registration deadline: 30% refund
Later than 30 days before the conference begins: No refund
(All refunds are minus bank and handling fees of at least Euro 25)

Liability
The conference organizers are not liable for travel, health, accidents or injury to delegates while attending and travelling to or from the meeting. Delegates are advised to carry adequate personal travel and health insurance.

Governing law and jurisdiction
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland. You hereby submit to and agree that the sole jurisdiction and venue for any actions that may arise under or in relation to the subject matter hereof shall be the courts located in Switzerland.

Venue and Location

Conference Venue

The meeting will be held at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 73, 11120 Belgrade, Serbia. It is situated in the broader city centre, within walking distance of several tourist attractions and approximately a 25-minute walk to the riverbanks. The Faculty of Civil Engineering is an impressive structure, regarded as the most beautiful example of Academism in Belgrade and recognized as a cultural heritage site.

Transportation

Belgrade is easily reachable by plane, train, or car. Nikola Tesla International Airport, just 20 minutes from the venue and city center, connects directly to many European capitals and intercontinental destinations. Serbia has one of the most liberal visa policies in Europe, permitting EU and non-EU participants (including the USA, China, and Russia) to attend the ISE Annual Meeting without visa procedures or costs. City bus transportation is free.

Climate

Serbia has a moderately continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summer in Belgrade is pleasant with sunny, warm days. In early June, daytime temperatures average 20 °C to 30 °C, often exceeding 30 °C uncommon.

Accommodation

Belgrade offers a wide range of hotels across different categories. Many 3-star to 5-star hotels are located within a 10-minute walk from the meeting venue. The Hotel Metropol Palace is just a 2-minute walk away. High-quality, comfortable, and reasonably priced accommodations are also available in several hundred private rental apartments and categorized hostels.

Restaurants

Belgrade boasts a diverse culinary scene that merges traditional Serbian dishes with global flavors. You can enjoy rustic kafanas with grilled meats and rakija, as well as modern bistros and fine dining. The city caters to global tastes with Italian, Asian, Middle Eastern, and vegan-friendly options, complemented by vibrant street food and riverside dining.

Exhibitors and Sponsors

Exhibit at the 41st Topical Meeting of the International Society of Electrochemistry

This ISE Topical Meeting in Belgrade, Serbia will bring together internationally recognised scientists. Typically the expected delegate number for ISE Topical meetings will be about 200 delegates.

For more information please download the

ISE Exhibition and Sponsorship TM AM 2026

41TM SERBIA Booking Form 2026.docx