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A Global Meeting Point for Innovation and Insight

C-Horizon 2025 created a vibrant platform for exchanging ideas and advancing the future of carbon science and technology. Over three impactful days, participants engaged in inspiring plenary talks, keynote lectures, technical sessions, and interactive discussions — all designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and forward-thinking research.

From breakthroughs in carbon allotropes to advancements in graphene, nanostructured materials, sustainable carbon technologies, and catalytic applications, the conference captured the momentum of the rapidly evolving carbon-materials landscape. C-Horizon 2025 reaffirmed that the future of materials science lies in the powerful synergy between innovation, chemistry, and advanced nanotechnology.

Brilliant Minds Shaping the Future

The conference opened with remarkable plenary and keynote addresses from leading figures in carbon allotropes, including Prof. Teresa Bandosz (The City College of New York, New York, NY, USA), Prof. Mohini Sain (University of Toronto), Prof. Qiang Zhang (Tsinghua University), Dr. Steven Stevenson (Purdue University at Fort Wayne), Dr. Juan Casado (Universidad de Málaga), Dr. Martin Kalbac (J. Heyrovsky Institute of Physical Chemistry), Dr. Toshiyuki Moriuchi (Osaka Metropolitan University), Dr. Gerard Tobias Rosselle (ICMAB-CSIC), Dr. Raul Arenal (Universidad de Zaragoza-CSIC) and Dr. Rodrigo Ferrao Paiva Martins (FCT UNL) among others.

Their talks illuminated the next frontiers of Carbon Materials and Applications — from explainable reasoning and symbolic learning to scalable model architectures and ethical frameworks. Each presentation left attendees inspired, setting the tone for three days of transformative discussions and knowledge exchange.

C-Horizon 2025: Highlights That Defined the Experience

C-Horizon 2025 delivered exceptional scientific depth—from carbon chemistry fundamentals to advanced material applications. The conference fostered strong cross-disciplinary collaboration, connecting chemists, material scientists, physicists, and engineers. Engaging sessions, interactive discussions, and insightful Q&As created an inspiring atmosphere for learning and idea exchange. Above all, the event strengthened global partnerships and united experts committed to driving innovation in carbon science and technology.

Highlights included:

• Advanced Carbon Synthesis & Processing enabling next-generation materials with superior performance.
• Innovations in Graphene, Nanotubes & 2D Materials pushing the boundaries of electronics, energy storage, and sensing.
• Carbon-Based Catalysts & Sustainable Chemistry driving cleaner reactions and greener industrial processes.
• Energy Conversion & Storage Breakthroughs using carbon materials for batteries, supercapacitors, and hydrogen technologies.

Each session sparked valuable discussion, collaboration, and enthusiasm—highlighting the transformative potential of carbon science in shaping future technologies.

Networking That Sparked Collaboration:

Beyond the lecture halls, C-Horizon 2025 thrived on connection. Interactive coffee breaks, poster sessions, and evening networking receptions gave participants space to connect, share, and co-create ideas.
The networking lounge buzzed with energy — where CEOs, researchers, and innovators came together to explore new partnerships, exchange visions, and build relationships that will shape the future of carbon chemistry in all areas.

What Made C-Horizon 2025 Truly Exceptional?

C-Horizon 2025 distinguished itself through its groundbreaking insights, global exchange of expertise, and impactful scientific collaborations. It brought together leading researchers, innovators, and academic pioneers dedicated to pushing the boundaries of carbon science and technology.

The conference showcased high-caliber scientific contributions—from fundamental principles to real-world applications—along with international perspectives across research, industry, policy, and entrepreneurship. Participants also benefited from engaging learning experiences, including interactive sessions, technology demonstrations, and collaborative discussions that inspired new partnerships and future innovations.

Feedback and Impact

The feedback from participants at C-Horizon 2025 was overwhelmingly positive. Attendees highly commended the scientific depth, the expertise of the speakers, and the strong collaborative atmosphere throughout the conference. Many described it as “a refreshing and inspiring platform where carbon science meets real-world innovation.”

Participants appreciated the conference’s comprehensive coverage of carbon materials, spanning synthesis, characterization, applications, and emerging carbon technologies. The supportive environment, interactive sessions, opportunities for direct dialogue with experts, and application-driven discussions were repeatedly highlighted as major strengths.

The event’s broad international representation and the meaningful professional connections formed during C-Horizon 2025 continue to extend its influence well beyond the conference.

Looking Ahead: Pathway to C-Horizon 2026

The success of C-Horizon 2025 has once again demonstrated the strength of global collaboration and the momentum driving innovation in carbon science and advanced materials. The ideas exchanged, the partnerships formed, and the breakthroughs showcased this year will continue to influence the future of carbon research and technology.

Building on this strong foundation, preparations are already underway for C-Horizon 2026, scheduled to take place October 26–28, 2026, in Paris, France. The upcoming edition promises an expanded scientific agenda, newly curated thematic tracks, and deeper exploration into cutting-edge developments across carbon chemistry, nanomaterials, and emerging applications.