International Conference on Research Infrastructures
ICRI 2026: December 2-4
Bridging Science, Society and Diplomacy
through Research Infrastructures
International Conference on Research Infrastructures
ICRI 2026: December 2-4
Bridging Science, Society and Diplomacy
through Research Infrastructures
About the Event
ICRI 2026
The International Conference on Research Infrastructures (ICRI) is the flagship global forum for strategic dialogue and international cooperation on research infrastructures (RIs). It brings together scientists, policymakers, RI directors and operators, funding organizations and industry to share best practices, align priorities, and help shape the future of the world’s most advanced facilities, services, and data ecosystems.
What to expect
draft Programme
draft Programme
December 2, 2026
2026 ESFRI Roadmap: launch event
Plenary meeting
Lunch
ICRI 2026: opening session
Plenary meeting
Talk & Drink
December 2, 2026
Morning 09:30 - 13:00
December 2, 2026
13:00 - 14:30
December 2, 2026
Afternoon 14:30 - 17:30
December 2, 2026
Evening 18:00 - 18:30
2026 ESFRI Roadmap: launch event
h 09:30 - 13:00
Plenary meeting
Lunch
h 13:00-14:00
ICRI 2026: opening session
h 14:30-17:30
Plenary meeting
Talk & Drink
h 18:00-18:30
December 3, 2026
Breakout sessions
Lunch
Breakout sessions
ICRI Social Event
December 3, 2026
Morning 09:30 - 13:00
December 3, 2026
13:00 - 14:30
December 3, 2026
Afternoon 14:30 - 17:30
December 3, 2026
Evening 20:00 - 22:00
Breakout sessions
h 9:30-13:00
Lunch
h 13:00-14:30
Breakout sessions
h 14:30-17:30
ICRI Social Event
h 20:00-22:00
December 4, 2026
Breakout sessions
Closing meeting (plenary session)
Lunch
Site visits to research infrastructures
December 4, 2026
Morning 09:30 - 13:00
December 4, 2026
13:00 - 14:30
December 4, 2026
Afternoon 14:30 - 17:30
Breakout sessions
h 9:30-13:00
Closing meeting (plenary session)
Lunch
h 13:00-14:30
Site visits to research infrastructures
h 14:30-17:30
Programme themes
Theme 1 - Research Infrastructures as Drivers of Socio-Economic Impact
How can we measure and communicate the contributions of RIs to research and innovation, regional and global development, public services, workforce skills, and wider societal benefits? ICRI 2026 will explore approaches, indicators, and governance practices that support evidence-informed investment and long-term sustainability.
Theme 2 - Research Infrastructures as Instruments of Science Diplomacy
RIs enable international collaboration and provide shared platforms for global scientific responses. ICRI 2026 will discuss how infrastructures can foster openness, trust among nations, and mutually beneficial cooperation - especially in a complex geopolitical context.
Registration
Registration will open via this website. Participants will be able to register for onsite or online attendance, build their agenda, and access conference services through the conference platform.
Registration will include access to:
- the full programme and session links
- practical updates and logistics
- post-event resources (recordings, policy materials, reports)
Keynote speakers
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