Activities
ESS19
01 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 Greece
ESS19
6th Meeting of the Asia-Oceania Society of Sonochemistry in conjunction with 34th Annual Meeting of the Japan Society of Sonochemistry
03 Dec 2025 - 05 Dec 2025 Shimadzu Tokyo Innovation Plaza, Kawasaki, Japan
6th Meeting of the Asia-Oceania Society of Sonochemistry in conjunction with 34th Annual Meeting of the Japan Society of Sonochemistry
It is our pleasure to invite you to the 6th Meeting of the Asia-Oceania Society of Sonochemistry in Kawasaki, Japan. We welcome you from December 3 to December 5, 2025 to learn about the latest advances in research, recent implementations in industry, and current offers from technology providers. The conference will cover a wide range of topics from fundamental aspects of ultrasound and hydrodynamic cavitation to applications in engineering and scale-up of ultrasonic processing, chemical synthesis, materials and nanoparticle production, surface treatment and cleaning, and environmental remediation.
27 May 2024 - 31 May 2024 Leuven, Belgium
ESS18
On behalf of the European Society of Sonochemistry, it is our pleasure to invite you to the 18th Meeting of the European Society of Sonochemistry in Leuven, Belgium.
We welcome you from 27 May until 31 May 2024 to learn about the latest advances in research, recent implementations in industry, and the current offer from technology providers. The meeting, which is organized by KU Leuven, covers a wide span ranging from the fundamental aspects of acoustic and hydrodynamic cavitation, over the engineering and scale up of ultrasonic processing, to applications in chemical synthesis, materials and nanoparticles production, surface treatment and cleaning, and environmental remediation. There is ample time to discuss with colleagues on the future trends and possible collaborations, and this while tasting a local beer in the historical centre of Leuven.
ESS17
28 Aug 2022 - 01 Sep 2022 Jena (Germany)
ESS17
ESS17 was successfully held in Jena, Germany, from August 8 to September 1, 2022, under the leadership of Patrick Bräutigam. As the first in-person ESS meeting after the pandemic, the event brought together researchers excited to reconnect and exchange ideas.
26 Jun 2019 - 28 Jun 2019 Krakow, Poland
ESS Summer School on High-Energy Processing, Ultrasound & Microwave Technologies
The fifth ESS Summer School was held in Krakow, Poland, in June 2019. Continuing the tradition of combining theoretical and practical training, the event provided attendees with the latest insights into ultrasound and microwave applications in chemistry and engineering.
ESS Summer School on High-Energy Processing, Ultrasound & Microwave Technologies website
ESS16
15 Apr 2018 - 19 Apr 2018 Besancon (France)
ESS16
ESS16 was held in Besançon, France, from April 15 to 19, 2018, chaired by Jean-Yves Hihn. Jean-Yves also became the new president of ESS, succeeding Giancarlo Cravotto.
04 Sep 2017 - 08 Sep 2017 Kasteelpark Arenberg, Heverlee, Belgium
Ultrasound and microwaves for chemical processing
A summer school on Ultrasound and Microwaves for Chemical Processing will be organized in cooperation with the European Sonochemistry Society (ESS) and AMPERE. This summer school will address the use of ultrasound and microwave technologies in chemical processes. A combination of lectures and practical sessions will be organized to approach the topics both from a theoretical and practical way. Registration for the ESS Summer School is now open via the website and is limited to 50 applicants.
ESS15
27 Jun 2016 - 01 Jul 2016 Istanbul (Turkey)
ESS15
The 15th ESS conference took place in Istanbul, Turkey, from June 27 to July 1, 2016, organized by Nilsun Ince. A highlight of the event was the social program, which allowed participants to experience the unique cultural and historical richness of Istanbul.
ESS Summer School on Sonochemistry and High-Energy Processing
09 Sep 2015 - 12 Sep 2015 Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Cracow University of Technology, Poland
ESS Summer School on Sonochemistry and High-Energy Processing
The third ESS Summer School was hosted at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Cracow University of Technology, Poland, from September 9 to 12, 2015. The program included theoretical and practical sessions on sonochemistry, providing a valuable learning experience for participants.
ESS14
02 Jun 2014 - 06 Jun 2014 Avignon (France)
ESS14
Held in Avignon, France, from June 2 to 6, 2014, ESS14 was jointly chaired by Farid Chemat and Sergey Nikitenko. This event was dedicated to the memory of Jean-Louis Luche and marked a transition in ESS leadership, with Giancarlo Cravotto succeeding Tim Mason as president.
ESS Summer School on High-Energy Processing Technologies
03 Jun 2013 - 07 Jun 2013 University of Turin, Italy
ESS Summer School on High-Energy Processing Technologies
The second ESS Summer School took place at the University of Turin from June 3 to 7, 2013, organized by Giancarlo Cravotto. The event brought together researchers and students for lectures and experimental demonstrations, covering ultrasound and microwave applications in chemistry and materials science.
ESS13
01 Jul 2012 - 05 Jul 2012 Lviv (Ukraine)
ESS13
ESS13 was hosted at Lviv Polytechnic National University, Ukraine, from July 1 to 5, 2012, with Volodymyr Starchevskyy as chair. The conference attracted over 100 participants and facilitated engaging discussions on the latest advancements in sonochemistry research. The event strengthened international collaborations and provided a platform for researchers to share innovative applications of ultrasound in chemistry.
ESS/AMPERE Summer School on High Energy Processing, Ultrasound & Microwave Technologies
06 Jun 2011 - 10 Jun 2011 Avignon, France
ESS/AMPERE Summer School on High Energy Processing, Ultrasound & Microwave Technologies
The first ESS/AMPERE Summer School on High Energy Processing, Ultrasound & Microwave Technologies took place in Avignon, France, from June 6 to 10, 2011. Organized by Eadaoin Joyce and hosted by Farid Chemat, it featured laboratory exercises and a visit to the Marcoule Institute.
ESS12
30 May 2010 - 03 Jun 2010 Chania (Greece)
ESS12
The 12th Meeting of the European Society of Sonochemistry took place in Chania, Crete, from May 30 to June 3, 2010, under the presidency of Christos Argirusis.
ESS11
01 Jun 2008 - 05 Jun 2008 La Grande Motte (France)
ESS11
The 11th ESS conference was held in La Grande Motte, France, from June 1 to 5, 2008, chaired by Jean-Yves Hihn. The conference provided a strong platform for new research collaborations.
ESS10
04 Jun 2006 - 08 Jun 2006 Hamburg (Germany)
ESS10
Uwe Neis hosted the 10th ESS meeting in Hamburg, Germany, from June 4 to 8, 2006. This event introduced the Jean-Louis Luche Prizes for the best student posters, awarded for the first time at this conference.
ESS9
25 Apr 2004 - 30 Apr 2004 Badajoz (Spain)
ESS9
The 9th ESS conference took place in Badajoz, Spain, from April 25 to 30, 2004, under the presidency of Pedro Cintas, covering a broad range of sonochemistry applications.
ESS8
14 Sep 2002 - 19 Sep 2002 Villasimius (Italy)
ESS8
Held in Villasimius, Sardinia, from September 14 to 19, 2002, the 8th ESS meeting was chaired by Vittorio Ragaini. The event maintained the tradition of publishing selected papers in Ultrasonics Sonochemistry.
ESS7
14 May 2000 - 18 May 2000 Guéthary (France)
ESS7
Henri Delmas hosted the 7th ESS conference in Guéthary, France, from May 14 to 18, 2000. The meeting continued to explore industrial and medical applications of ultrasound.
ESS6
10 May 1998 - 14 May 1998 Warnemünde (Germany)
ESS6
The 6th Meeting of ESS took place in Warnemünde, Germany, from May 10 to 14, 1998, with Ralf Miethchen as president. A new "one slide per poster" format was trialed before poster sessions, though it proved difficult to manage within time limits.
ESS5
07 Jul 1996 - 11 Jul 1996 Cambridge (UK)
ESS5
Held at St. John’s College, Cambridge, from July 7 to 11, 1996, the 5th ESS meeting, chaired by Tim Mason, expanded the focus on medical ultrasound with a dedicated one-day session on therapeutic applications.
ESS4
18 Sep 1994 - 22 Sep 1994 Blankenberge (Belgium)
ESS4
The 4th ESS meeting was held in Blankenberge, Belgium, from September 18 to 22, 1994, chaired by Jacques Reisse. This event introduced "Open Seminars," fostering free discussion on emerging research topics. A COST D6 workshop, "Fundamentals of Cavitation," was also hosted as part of the conference.
ESS3
28 Mar 1993 - 01 Apr 1993 Figueira da Foz (Portugal)
ESS3
The 3rd ESS conference took place in Figueira da Foz, Portugal, from March 28 to April 1, 1993, under the presidency of Andre Campos Neves. This event introduced the tradition of plenary lectures, with Nazar Amso delivering a keynote on the use of ultrasound in medicine.
ESS2
15 Sep 1991 - 19 Sep 1991 Gargnano (Italy)
ESS2
The 2nd Meeting of the European Society of Sonochemistry was held from September 15 to 19, 1991, at Villa Palazzo Feltrinelli in Gargnano, Italy, overlooking Lake Garda. Organized by Vittorio Ragaini, this meeting was notable for incorporating the first "School of Sonochemistry," coordinated by Mircea Vinatoru, with practical demonstrations by leading researchers.
ESS1
30 Sep 1990 - 04 Oct 1990 Autrans (France)
ESS1
On behalf of the European Society of Sonochemistry, it was our pleasure to host the 1st Meeting of the European Society of Sonochemistry in Autrans, France, from September 30 to October 4, 1990. Organized by Jean-Louis Luche, this inaugural meeting set the foundation for future ESS conferences, establishing the single-stream format with poster sessions and an equipment exhibition. Discussions at this meeting led to the formal establishment of the ESS.