Invitation:
29th ETH-Nanoparticles Conference (NPC-2026)
May 31 to June 3, 2026 at ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Focus Event on Indoor Particle Exposure
Conference Website and Registration: www.npc26.scg.ch
The Nanoparticles Conference functions as an interdisciplinary forum focusing on all aspects of nanoparticles — from different types of sources to transformative changes in ambient air, followed by their global distribution. The event will explore technical mitigation, regulatory standards, and the effects of nanoparticles on health, the environment, and climate.
The NPC-2026 starts with a welcome reception in the evening of day 1, followed by three days of high-quality and cutting-edge presentation (oral and poster) with intensive discussions among the participants. Day 1 of the scientific program is closed by an exhibitor apéro, while day 2 finds its highlight in the evening at the conference dinner. On day 3 the scientific program is continued in the morning, while the focus event in the afternoon will close the conference.
Conference Topics
- Aircraft, marine and other non-road sources
- Alternative fuels
- Ambient air particles, secondary pollutants
- Biomass burning, incl. wildfires
- Brake wear and tyre wear particles
- Emission control of combustion engines
- Environmental and climate effects
- Filtration of nanoparticles (also biogenic)
- Indoor particles and occupational exposure
- Legislation, monitoring and enforcement
- Nanoparticle physics and chemistry
- Nanoparticle formation and transformation
- Nanoparticle metrology
- Nanoparticle toxicity and health effects
Focus Event: Exposure in Indoor Environments
Particles indoors originate from both outdoor air that migrates indoors and from indoor sources. As people spend most of their time indoors, it is crucial to know how particle concentrations are influenced by indoor activities and sources, outdoor levels, ventilation, and building characteristics. Protecting people in everyday indoor spaces, such as homes, vehicle cabins, classrooms, public buildings, and workplaces, requires targeted strategies to limit exposure. The Focus Event will bring together experts to discuss the full spectrum of indoor particle challenges, including ventilation and airflow management, filtration technologies, health implications, and the regulatory landscape.
Papers and Posters
We invite you to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentations on the conference website, www.npc26.scg.ch.
- Abstracts must contain new results related to the forementioned topics.
- Best poster presentations and talks will be awarded with prize money and certificates.
- All contributions, including pdf files of talks, posters and abstracts, will be published on the conference website. Submission of an abstract includes agreement for publication on the conference website.
Scientific and Organizing Committee
See contacts page.
Exhibition
The exhibition on particle measurement instrumentation (PMI) and emission control devices (ECDs) is an important part of the conference.
For further information and registration, please, get in contact with:
Dr. Konstantina Vasilatou (PMI), konstantina.vasilatou@metas.ch
Dr. Lauretta Rubino (ECDs), laurettarubino@yahoo.co.uk
Social Events
- The Welcome Party on Sunday evening, May 31, is at the Faculty Foyer (Dozenten Foyer, see map) on the rooftop of the ETH main building which guaranteed spectacular views on Zurich.
- The Exhibitor Apéro on Monday, June 1 in the exhibitor area of the conference at the ETH main building is a good occasion for networking.
- All participants are invited to the Conference Dinner in the evening of Tuesday, June 2 (more information will follow later).
Important Dates and Deadlines
- 24.11.2025: Registration opens
- 16.01.2026: Deadline for abstract submission (oral & poster) and exhibition applications
- 23.02.2026: Notification of acceptance
- 19.04.2026: Deadline for late abstract submission (for poster presentations only)
- 24.04.2026: Notification of acceptance for late submission
- 17.05.2026: Deadline registration
Registration and Conference Fee
Online registration is required under www.npc26.scg.ch.
- Conference fee of CHF 400 will be charged for the 3-day conference, the fee for one day is CHF 150. Reduced fees of CHF 200 and CHF 100, respectively, are offered to students and retirees.
- Conference fee also applies to presenters and can be paid after paper acceptance.
- The conference fee includes welcome reception, 6 coffee breaks, 3 lunch breaks, and the exhibition apéro.
Travel Information and Accommodation
Online hotel reservation is possible via Zürich Tourism, www.zuerich.com.
General information is also available on www.myswitzerland.com.
Further Information
Chairs of the Organization Committee
PD Dr. Loretta Müller, loretta.mueller@insel.ch
Dr. Martin Gysel-Beer, martin.gysel@psi.ch
With the support of
ETH Zurich
Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN)
Swiss Chemical Society (SCS)
And many more institutions and companies!
Organized by the NPC-Association, a registered non-profit organization.
Many thanks for your kind support of last year's conference!
Sponsors and Supporters 2025:
Exhibitors 2025:
Follow us on Twitter:
@ETHNPC, official hashtag: #NPC2026
Conference-Flyer 2026 (pdf)
Conference Location
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) Zurich
Main Building
Rämistr. 101
CH-8092 Zürich
Switzerland
www.ethz.ch
The ETH main building is situated above Zürich’s old town. It is accessible by the tram lines 6, 9, 10 or, as an adventurous alternative, by the Polybahn
(see maps below, click to enlarge).
Tram connections:
ETH Main Building:
