European Workshop on Atmospheric Dust
Organised by the Dust Doctoral Network (Dust-DN)
20–22 April 2026 · Cyprus (venue to be confirmed)
Overview
The European Workshop on Atmospheric Dust will bring together researchers, scientists, and stakeholders working on all aspects of mineral dust, from its physical and chemical properties to its impacts on climate, health, and renewable energy.
Organised by the Dust Doctoral Network (Dust-DN), the workshop aims to provide a forum for exchanging knowledge, discussing recent scientific advances, and identifying new collaboration opportunities within the European dust research community.
The event will include presentations from the Dust-DN doctoral candidates and invited experts, sessions on key scientific themes, and opportunities for networking and future cooperation. Detailed information on the programme, abstract submission, and registration will be announced on this page.
Announcements & Updates
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First Announcement – Call for Abstracts
Key dates, submission details, and workshop objectives.
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Programme
The detailed programme will be announced in early 2026.
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Practical Information – Venue & Travel
Venue, accommodation, and travel details will be published closer to the event.
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Key Topics
Contributions are invited across dust science, with emphasis on:
- Fundamentals of dust microphysical properties and processes
- Dust source regions and their influence on atmospheric dust properties
- Socio-economic impacts of dust
- Dust in the global climate system
Call for Abstracts & Registration
Call for Abstracts
Researchers are invited to submit abstracts by 1 December 2025 (max 300 words, include title, authors, affiliations).
Submission details coming in Autumn 2025Registration
Registration will open in February 2026. Information on fees, venue, and accommodation will be provided here.
Opens February 2026Committees
The First European Workshop on Atmospheric Dust is coordinated by the Dust Doctoral Network (Dust-DN) and supported by an international scientific committee representing leading research institutions in the field of dust and atmospheric science.
Local Organising Committee (LOC)
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Scientific Committee (SC)
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Venue & Travel
The workshop will take place in Cyprus. The final venue and travel guidance will be posted soon, together with accommodation suggestions and local logistics.
Contact
For enquiries regarding the workshop, please contact:
Dr. Konstantinos Fragkos — Project Manager, Dust-DN
📧 k.fragkos@cyi.ac.cy