2026 Rice University and KAST InterAcademy

Global Workshop on Quantum Materials Synthesis

Rice Global Paris Center June 9th - 12th, 2026

The central theme of the workshop is to communicate recent developments, identify new research areas, and collectively address urgent materials challenges faced by the community of quantum materials synthesis. This workshop will be an interdisciplinary forum to bring together physicists, materials scientists, chemists, both experimentalists and theorists in the quantum materials community. It will also address a need to promote educational and career opportunities for a diverse group of young scientists interested in modern materials synthesis via a wide range of techniques.


Conference Photos:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/T6QsNyVA6jxRJqzd7

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the conference being held

Mitwit Paris – Marais
64 Rue de Saintonge, 75003 Paris

Where can I find the conference schedule

The conference schedule can be found on our website or by clicking here.

Will Wi-Fi be available at the venue?

Yes, Wi-Fi will be available at the venue.

What meals and refreshments are provided

Box lunches will be provided, and any dietary restrictions submitted during registration have been taken into consideration. Coffee, pastries, and juices will also be available throughout the day.

What are the poster presentation guidelines?

Please refer to the attached image for poster presentation guidelines. Posters may be of any size, provided they do not exceed A0 dimensions.

What are the required poster dimensions

Posters may be of any size but must not exceed A0 dimensions.

Poster size

How do I get from my hotel to the conference venue

The conference venue is approximately an 18–20 minute walk from the hotel, or a 15-minute metro ride. Please refer to the attached image for directions.

Is parking available at the venue?

Yes, parking is available at the venue for €50 per day. Please note that a maximum of 2 cars can be parked at a time.

How do I check into my hotel?

If you indicated accommodation requirements during registration, a room has been reserved for you at the IBIS Paris Bastille Opéra for the dates you provided. Upon arrival, simply check in using your full name.

Where can I find my hotel reservation confirmation?

If you indicated accommodation requirements during registration, a room has been reserved for you at the IBIS Paris Bastille Opéra for the dates you provided. We have also shared the accommodation list with the hotel, so they have your reservation details on file.

How can I contact the organizers during the conference?

For conference-related matters, please contact Emilia Morosan at em11@rice.edu.

For assistance during your stay, you may contact the Rice Global Paris team:

Garry White – General support and assistance.
WhatsApp: +33 6 12 47 84 12 | Email: gjw1@rice.edu

Smit Brahmbhatt – For any questions related to the conference venue and on-site logistics.
WhatsApp: +33 7 67 88 26 75 | Email: sb303@rice.edu

Camille Evans – For any questions related to hotel accommodations.
WhatsApp: +1 617 319 0925 | Email: ce30@rice.edu

Arriving in Paris

PDF for arriving in Paris and getting to the IBIS hotel

Conference Photos

Conference photos available here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/T6QsNyVA6jxRJqzd7

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