European Conference on Thermoelectrics 2026

Venue: John McIntyre Conference Centre, Edinburgh, UK
Date: 14 – 18 September 2026
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ECT2026 will be a forum for presenting the latest scientific ideas and discoveries in our field, from basic theory and concepts to novel devices and practical applications of thermoelectric materials.

The conference will showcase advances spanning fundamental materials science through to practical thermoelectric applications, providing an ideal forum for discussing the characterisation challenges associated with next-generation energy materials.

Visitors to the Quantum Design stand will have the opportunity to learn how our advanced materials characterisation platforms are helping researchers investigate the electrical, thermal and magnetic properties that underpin thermoelectric performance.

The Quantum Design PPMS DynaCool remains one of the most widely used platforms for thermoelectric and quantum materials research, enabling comprehensive measurements of electrical transport, thermal transport, heat capacity and magnetic properties over a broad range of temperatures and magnetic fields. These capabilities are particularly relevant for researchers studying thermoelectric efficiency, charge carrier transport and structure-property relationships in emerging materials.

For laboratories seeking a compact and versatile solution, the VersaLab provides automated measurements of magnetic, electrical and thermal properties within a benchtop cryogen-free system. Its flexibility makes it particularly attractive for characterising novel functional materials and screening new thermoelectric compounds.

Researchers investigating magnetic thermoelectrics, spin-caloritronics and multifunctional materials will also benefit from learning more about the MPMS3 SQUID magnetometer, the benchmark platform for ultra-sensitive magnetic measurements, while the OptiCool system offers powerful capabilities for optical spectroscopy and optoelectronic studies under precisely controlled temperature and magnetic field environments.

As thermoelectric research increasingly intersects with broader fields such as energy storage, quantum materials, spintronics and advanced functional ceramics, comprehensive multi-property characterisation is becoming essential for accelerating materials discovery and device optimisation. ECT2026 provides an excellent opportunity to discuss these challenges with the Quantum Design team and explore how our platforms can support both fundamental research and industrial innovation.

We look forward to meeting delegates in Edinburgh and discussing the latest advances in materials characterisation for thermoelectric and energy-related applications.

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