What to expect
ICRI 2026 will combine plenary and parallel sessions, side-events, exhibits and networking, designed by an international Programme Committee to reflect global priorities in research infrastructures
- ICRI Official Programme (plenary & parallel sessions)
- Side Events (community-driven)
- Talk & Drink (informal networking moments)
- Citizens’ Side Event (public engagement)
- Site Visits to research infrastructures
PROGRAMME
Wednesday, December 2
Day 1
2026 ESFRI Roadmap: launch event
plenary meeting
9:30 - 13:00
With John Shrader
Graphic Designer, Divi
Lunch
13:00 - 14:30
ICRI 2026: opening session
plenary meeting
14:30 - 17:30
With Kelsey Rowan
Marketing Director, Monarch Inc.
Talk & Drink
18:00 - 18:30
Thursday, December 3
Day 2
Breakout sessions:
#1 RI Social Impact
#2 SDG Impact
9:30 - 13:00
With John Shrader
Graphic Designer, Divi
Lunch
13:00 - 14:30
Breakout sessions:
#1 Private sector impact
#2 Citizens side event
14:30 - 17:30
With Kelsey Rowan
Marketing Director, Monarch Inc.
ICRI Social Event
20:00 - 22:00
Friday, December 4
Day 3
Breakout sessions:
#1: Science Diplomacy
#2: Science Diplomacy
Closing meeting
plenary session
9:30 - 13:00
With John Shrader
Graphic Designer, Divi