2026 UIC Catalysis Innovation Summit

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International Workshop on Data Science in the Chemical Industry

 

The UIC Catalysis Innovation Summit is a premier gathering designed to connect industry leaders, researchers, and academics to foster long-term collaborations in catalysis research. Hosted at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), this event will serve as a launchpad for the UIC Catalysis Center (UIC-CAT), a multidisciplinary initiative uniting expertise across chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, environmental engineering, and pharmaceuticals. The event aims to establish UIC as a national leader in catalysis research and development, bridging the gap between fundamental catalysis advancements and industrial applications while promoting innovation, workforce development, and translational research.

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Taking place on May 15-16, 2025, the summit will feature presentations from UIC faculty working in key catalysis areas, including electrocatalysis, heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis, biocatalysis, photocatalysis, and plasma catalysis, among others. Additionally, an industry panel discussion will provide a platform for collaborative dialogue on emerging challenges, research needs, and future partnerships in catalysis-driven industries such as energy, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and sustainability. Attendees will have an opportunity to network with leading industry professionals, tour UIC’s and Argonne National Lab (ANL)’s cutting-edge catalysis research facilities, and explore partnership opportunities. This event is a strategic step toward building impactful industry-academic collaborations and positioning UIC as a hub for catalysis innovation.

Industry Attendees

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