Symposium on Chemical Ecology 2026 (ChemEco26)

Switzerland has a distinguished track record of achievements in Chemical Ecology, particularly in agricultural applications and beyond. With the growing importance of understanding ecosystems and developing sustainable solutions, advances in Chemical Ecology represent a promising path forward. Given the highly interdisciplinary nature of Chemical Ecology, it is essential to nurture the Swiss scientific community, celebrate past achievements, and collectively explore future perspectives.

We expect 60 participants, and the target audience includes academic researchers, industry professionals, and early-career scientists.

Target audience
Swiss Scientific Community including and private R&D organizations

Aims

• Advance chemical ecology as a vital interdisciplinary field bridging chemistry, biology, and agriculture
• Showcase cutting-edge research and major developments from Swiss research institutions
• Foster and strengthen collaborative networks among Swiss and international experts in the field
• Create opportunities for early-career Swiss scientists to exchange ideas and build connections in chemical ecology
• Celebrate the distinguished career and significant contributions of Prof. Ted Turlings to chemical ecology in Switzerland and globally

Topics of the 5 sessions 

• plant-herbivore interaction
• Molecular mechanisms
• Evolutionary biology
• Ecometabolomics
• Agroecology

Invited Speakers

• Prof. Ted Turlings,University of Neuchâtel
• Prof. Matthias Erb,University of Bern
• Prof. em. Ted Farmer, University of Lausanne
• Prof. Philippe Reymond,University of Lausanne
• Prof. Florian Schiestl,University of Zurich
• Prof. Meredith Christine Schuman, University of Zurich
• Prof. Consuelo De Moraes, ETH Zurich

Abstract Submission
We also accept applications for posters and contributed talks. Deadline for abstract submission is 24.12.2025.

Website
https://chemeco26.scg.ch