Journées des Actinides

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About Journées des Actinides

The Journées des Actinides (JdA) is an annual scientific meeting dedicated to the study of actinide elements, bringing together chemists, physicists, materials scientists and other researchers from around the world. The meeting provides a collaborative platform for exchanging the latest results on actinide physics, chemistry, spectroscopy, electronic structure, and nuclear materials applications, as well as fostering discussions on experimental techniques and theoretical approaches. In addition to oral presentations and poster sessions, JdA often includes specialized schools and workshops aimed at training young researchers. With its community-driven, interactive atmosphere, JdA serves as a key event for advancing research, promoting collaboration, and building a vibrant network within the actinide science community.

Overall, “Journées des Actinides” gathers researchers, students, and professionals to explore past achievements and future directions in actinide science across disciplines.

Did you know?

  • You can propose candidates for awards using our online form.
  • The invitation letters for the first JdA were sent by Nobel Laureate Louis Néel.
  • Find an overview of upcoming JdA and actinide-related events here.
  • You can also contact us to bring attention to events related to actinides (form is below).
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Upcoming Events

56èmes Journées des Actinides

Annual conference gathering researchers from around the world to discuss actinide science, policy, and education. Includes lectures, workshops, and poster sessions.

April 6-9, 2027
Tomar, Portugal

Organizer: Antonio Pereira Gonçalves

Learn more about JdA2027

55èmes Journées des Actinides

Organizers: Evgenia Tereshina-Chitrova, Ladislav Havela, Štěpán Sechovský

April 14-17, 2026
Hotel Růže, Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

69 participants from 15 countries, 49 Oral Presentations + 22 posters, https://www.jda2026.eu/

Learn more about JdA2026

Recent News

    Congratulations to the Award Winners!

    Life-time Research Award (Antonio Pereira Gonçalves, Vladimir Sechovský ), Middle Career Research Award (Jindřich Kolorenč), Young Career Research Award (Gabriel Lynch-Murphy), Best Young Scientist Presentations (Lisa Gubbels (Oral), Rebecca Bisset (Oral)). Special Award (Fabrice Wilhem “Outstanding Research Dedication”)

    55èmes Journées des Actinides, April 14-17, 2026, Hotel Růže, Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

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