Shaping responsible chemistry: The strategic role of women in Europe
EuChemS will host its next Global Women’s Breakfast on 10 February 2026, focusing on “Shaping Responsible Chemistry: The Strategic Role of Women in Europe.” This online event will highlight how women chemists drive responsible, collaborative, and interdisciplinary science across Europe, strengthening communication, building networks, and connecting chemistry with societal needs.
Hans Peter Lüthi re-elected as EuChemS Treasurer
Hans Peter Lüthi has been re-elected as EuChemS Treasurer during the 2025 General Assembly in Poznań, extending his mandate until 2028. With extensive experience in financial governance and a distinguished academic career in computational chemistry, he continues to play a key role in supporting EuChemS’ strategic direction.
Wolfram Koch elected EuChemS President-Elect
The European Chemical Society (EuChemS) congratulates Wolfram Koch on his election as President-Elect during the 2025 EuChemS General Assembly in Poznań, Poland. A distinguished chemist and long-time contributor to EuChemS and GDCh, Professor Koch brings decades of experience in theoretical chemistry and scientific leadership. He will officially assume the role of President on 1 January 2027, guiding EuChemS in its mission to strengthen collaboration and innovation across Europe’s chemical community.
EuChemS Annual Meetings 2025 in Poznań
The 2025 EuChemS General Assembly took place in Poznań, Poland, bringing together Member Societies, Executive Board members, and Professional Networks to discuss key developments. Wolfram Koch was elected President-Elect, and updates on ECC10 Congress were shared.
EuChemS attended ENRIO 2025 Congress on research integrity practice
EuChemS joined the ENRIO 2025 Congress in Ljubljana, highlighting the importance of research integrity, safe institutional culture, and fairness as foundations for responsible scientific collaboration.
EuChemS participates in European Research & Innovation Days 2025
EuChemS attended the European Research & Innovation Days 2025, following discussions on Europe’s research and innovation priorities, including life sciences, AI in science, and gender equality in STEM.
EuChemS announces the 2025 Awards
EuChemS announces the 2025 Awards celebrating excellence in European chemistry, including innovation, service, lectures, and historical landmarks. Nominations open 8 September 2025.
2024 EuChemS Historical Landmarks Award celebrates Europe’s scientific heritage
The 2024 EuChemS Historical Landmarks Award celebrates two sites of extraordinary scientific and cultural significance: Banská Štiavnica in Slovakia, cradle of modern chemical and metallurgical research, and the Maria Skłodowska-Curie Museum in Warsaw, dedicated to the legacy of the Nobel laureate.
EuChemS announces 2024 Lecture and 2026 Gold Medal awardees
EuChemS celebrates the achievements of Maria Cuartero, EuChemS Lecture Award 2024, and Marc Koper, EuChemS Gold Medal 2026.
EuChemS joins the RSC Summer Party at the Royal Academy of Arts
EuChemS took part in the Royal Society of Chemistry’s 2025 Summer Party, held at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, celebrating science, collaboration, and creativity.