Program at a glance
Monday, 13th July 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 - 19:00 | Participant registration | West University of Timisoara |
| 09:00 - 12:00 | Pre-Congress Workshops | West University of Timisoara |
| 09:30 - 16:30 | Pre-Conference Training: Sophia Jowett | West University of Timisoara |
| 12:00 - 14:00 | Pre-Congress Workshops | West University of Timisoara |
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 15:30 - 17:00 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 17:00 - 17:30 | Break | |
| 17:30 - 18:00 | Opening Ceremony | Convention Center |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | 1st Keynote Speaker (Paul Wylleman) | Convention Center |
| 19:00 - 19:05 | FEPSAC 2026 Group Photo | Convention Center |
| 19:05 - 22:00 | Welcome Reception | Convention Center |
Tuesday, 14th July 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 - 19:00 | Participant registration | West University of Timisoara |
| 09:00 - 10:30 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Coffee Break and 1st Poster Session | West University of Timisoara |
| 11:30 - 13:00 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Lunch Break | |
| 14:45 - 16:15 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 16:30 - 17:00 | Coffee Break | Convention Center |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | 2nd Keynote Speaker (Jean Fournier) | Convention Center |
| 18:10 - 19:40 | Round table athletes | Convention Center |
| 19:50 - 21:00 | Science Slam | Convention Center |
Wednesday, 15th July 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 - 18:00 | Participant registration | West University of Timisoara |
| 09:00 - 10:30 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Coffee Break and 2nd Poster Session | West University of Timisoara |
| 11:30 - 13:00 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Lunch Break | |
| 14:45 - 16:15 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 16:30 - 17:00 | Coffee Break | Convention Center |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | 3rd Keynote Speaker (Rita Cordovil) | Convention Center |
| 18:00 - 19:30 | FEPSAC General Assembly and FEPSAC Elections | Convention Center |
Thursday, 16th July 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 10:00 | 4th Keynote Speaker (Andrea Petroczi) | Convention center |
| 10:00 - 11:00 | Coffee Break and 3rd Poster Session | West University of Timisoara |
| 11:00 - 12:15 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 12:15 - 13:30 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Lunch break | |
| 15:30 - 16:30 | 5th Keynote Speaker (Caroline Bolling) | Convention center |
| 17:00 - 19:30 | Social Program |
Friday, 17th July 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 - 10:30 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Coffee Break and 4th Poster Session | West University of Timisoara |
| 11:30 - 13:00 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 13:30 - 14:30 | Lunch break | |
| 14:45 - 16:15 | Parallel Sessions | West University of Timisoara |
| 16:30 - 17:00 | Coffee Break | Convention Center |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | 6th Keynote Speaker (Sophia Jowett) | Convention Center |
| 18:00 - 19:00 | Closing Ceremony | Convention Center |
| 20:00+ | Conference Dinner/Party | Congress Hall |
Detailed program
Preliminary Programme Book: FEPSAC 2026 Preliminary Programme Book
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Social program
1. Treasure Hunt
Join us for a fun Treasure Hunt through the city and discover some of Timisoara’s most important landmarks in an interactive way. The activity will end with prizes and a relaxed beer gathering on a riverside terrace.
2. Guided Tours with Wine Tasting and Traditional Dinner
Discover Timisoara through guided tours that will take you to some of the city’s most important landmarks and cultural highlights. The experience will end with wine tasting and dinner at a traditional restaurant, offering participants a relaxed opportunity to enjoy local food, drinks, and atmosphere.
3. Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting
Discover the world of craft beer at OneTwo Brewery, a local craft brewery from Timisoara. During the tour, participants will learn about the brewing process, explore the brewery, and hear the story behind OneTwo’s beers and creative approach. The experience includes a guided tasting of 5 different beers and a selection of local bites, including traditional Romanian Plescoi IGP sausages and matured cheeses.
4. Wine Tasting & La Pizza Napoletana
Enjoy a special evening of Italian food, Romanian wines, and a relaxed summer atmosphere at La Pizza Napoletana, the oldest Neapolitan pizza place in Timisoara. The experience includes a pairing of 3 Romanian wines from Petro Vaselo with 3 Italian dishes, including arancini, a selection of pizzas, and tiramisu. The evening will also feature lounge music from a live DJ, with the possibility to stay afterwards in the garden to relax, connect, and enjoy the atmosphere.
Optional trips
To be announced….