The University of Leeds is pleased to host the RSC Solid State Chemistry Group 44th Christmas Meeting and Early Career Researcher (ECR) Meeting as a combined event in December 2025. Taking place over three days, the programme begins with the ECR Meeting (15–16 December), offering a supportive platform for emerging researchers to present their work and build networks. This is followed by the long-standing SSCG Christmas Meeting (16–17 December), showcasing cutting-edge research from across the solid-state chemistry community.
One registration covers both meetings, and all participants are warmly encouraged to attend the full programme.
Local organising committee
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Professor Nora De Leeuw
University of Leeds (Chair)
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Dr David Cooke
University of Huddersfield
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Dr Marco Molinari
University of Huddersfield
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Dr Matthew Quesne
University of Leeds
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Dr Marietjie Ungerer
University of Leeds
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Key dates
Abstract submission deadline for oral and poster presentation: Monday 3 November
Notification to authors of abstract acceptance: Monday 17 November
Registration opens: September
Registration close: Friday 28 November
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Abstract submission
Abstract submission for both oral and poster presentations will open shortly.
We welcome contributions from all members of the solid-state chemistry community, particularly early-career researchers and PhD students.
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Programme
The full programme will be available soon.
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Registration
Registration will open in September.
Register by Friday 28 November
Registration fees:
RSC member: £TBC
Non-member: £TBC
Student RSC member: £TBC
Student non-member: £TBCRegistration fees include access to all presentations, abstract booklet, refreshments, poster session drinks reception, and the Christmas Meeting Dinner on Tuesday 16th December (at the Leeds Marriott Hotel)
Keynote speakers
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Dr Colin Freeman
University of Sheffield, UK
Theme: Mineral/organic/fluid interfaces
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Professor John Irvine
St. Andrews University, UK
Theme: Fuel cells/batteries
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Professor Begum Tokay
University of Nottingham, UK
Theme: Zeolites
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Professor Cornie van Sittert
NorthWest University, South Africa
Theme: Metal surfaces/nanoparticles
Preliminary Programme
Monday 15 December
12:00 Registration
Tuesday 16 December
12:00 Registration and Lunch
13:00-14:45 Session 1
14:45 Tea break
15:30 -16:45 Session 2
16:45 Annual General Meeting (AGM)
17:45 Poster session and drinks
19:00 Meeting dinner (Leeds Marriott Hotel)
Wednesday 17 December
9:00 -10:45 Session 3
10:45 Coffee break
11:15 -13:00 Session 4
13:00 Closing
Venue
The Early Career Researcher Meeting will take place in the School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, and the Christmas Meeting will be held in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Leeds.
School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering Building campus map link | Google map link
School of Mechanical Engineering Building campus map link | Google map link
How to get to the University
By train
Leeds Railway Station connects Leeds with all major UK cities. For train information and timetables visit the National Rail Enquiries website.
Walking to the University campus from Leeds Railway Station takes around 20 minutes.
Visitor car parking
The nearest public car park is Woodhouse Lane (multi storey) at LS1 3HQ. The car park is open 24 hours. Charges apply. Please click here for information and location details.
For additional information on how to reach the University, please visit:
Accommodation
Delegates are required to arrange their own accommodation during the meeting. The University of Leeds is an approximate 20 – 30 minute walk from Leeds City Centre.
City Centre Hotels
Ibis Styles Leeds City Centre Arena
0.5 miles walking (about 15 minutes) 1.4 miles by road to the University of Leeds
Wade Lane, Leeds, LS2 8NJ
T: +44 (0)113 831 4530
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Holiday Inn Express Leeds City Centre
0.6 miles walking (about 15 minutes) 1.1 miles by road to the University of Leeds
Cavendish Street (off Kirkstall Road), Leeds, LS3 1LY
T: +44 (0)871 902 1616
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Premier Inn
0.6 miles walking (about 15 minutes) 0.5 miles by road to the University of Leeds
Hepworth Point, Clay Pit Lane, Leeds, LS2 8BQ
T: 0871 527 9356
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SPONSORS
This meeting would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We are grateful for any contributions.
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We look forward to welcoming you to the 44th Solid State Chemistry Group Christmas Meeting