European Detergents Conference Of THE
gdch Division of Detergent Chemistry
Synergistic Effects in Amphiphilic Systems
The EDC 2026 will thematically focus on synergistic effects in systems with one or more amphiphiles and their physicochemical fundamentals. We will examine fundamental mechanisms of self-organization and seek to understand structure-property relationships, even beyond purely additive effects.
Invited Speakers
A Preview
- Prof. Dr. Gabriele Sadowski (Technische Universität Dortmund):
“RESOLV – a Cluster of Excellence devoted to boosting product formulation” - Prof. Dr. Wuge Briscoe (School of Chemistry, Bristol):
“Surfactants at soft interfaces: From biolubrication to Hollywood falling snow” - Dr. Matthias Hartlieb (Universität Potsdam, Campus Golm, Institute of Chemistry):
“The role of amphiphilicity in antimicrobial polymers”
In conjunction with the SEPAWA CONGRESS, the GDCh Division of Detergent Chemistry organizes a scientific poster session. The best EDC posters are awarded with one of up to four poster awards.
When & Where?
Wednesday to Friday, 14 – 16 October 2026 during the opening times in Foyer 2nd Floor
You will have the opportunity to submit a poster application starting 03 February 2026.
Call for Papers closed?
After the closing of the paper submission system on 24 March 2026, you can still submit poster presentations until 21 July 2026. Late comers might be accepted until 01 September 2026 (possibly without being included in the conference program).
Guidelines for poster submission by e-mail from March 26, 2025 – September 02, 2025
- English and German language title: 15 words each
- English and German language abstract with some 300 words. No references. No graphics)
- Format: DOCX (no PDFs)
Annually, the GDCh Division of Detergent Chemistry awards a Young Scientist Award each for an excellent bachelor, masters, and PhD thesis, respectively, with special focus on the development of detergents and cleaners – provided qualified suggestions have been submitted.
Award Ceremony
Wednesday, 14 October 2026 in Room Auditorium
Nominations and applications can be submitted until: 31 March 2026
The Division of Detergent Chemistry awards the “Division Award” at irregular intervals for well-deserved personalities in the field of detergent chemistry.
GDCh Division of Detergent Chemistry
The aim of the Division of Detergent Chemistry of the German Chemical Society is to create a forum of interested persons from industry, governmental agencies, universities, research institutes, and media in which discussions about all technical questions with respect to detergents can be held openly and constructively. The focus is hereby on scientifically oriented declarations about the sustainable use of detergents for human beings in their environment. Another important aspect of the Division’s work is the support of young scientists.
German Chemical Society (GDCh)
Numbering some 30,000 members from academia, industry and the professions, the GDCh represents a large and socially important community of experts. The organization’s 150-year history, global network and high scientific and social standards form the foundation for future-oriented activities in pursuit of a world that can sustain human life at a level worth the living. Chemistry needs to receive due recognition and support. It is our ambition that chemistry gets better understood and appreciated and is given room to unfold its full potential in all of its variety.
With this aim in mind:
- We promote scientific work, research and teaching.
- We support the formation of networks,
- We seek intensive and constructive dialogue with the general public
- We bring our expertise actively and continually into the academic world, the sciences, the political sphere and society
- We act independently, consistently and sustainably for the benefit of society, constantly mindful of the needs of coming generations.
