REFLEX2026

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Welcome

We are very pleased to welcome you to REFLEX2026, an international workshop dedicated to responsive and electroactive polymer systems for next-generation flexible electronics.

REFLEX2026 was conceived as a forum to bring together researchers from across Europe working at the interface of polymer science, materials engineering, physics, and electronics. Our goal is not only to share recent scientific advances, but also to initiate a vibrant, interdisciplinary community around responsive polymer systems and to lay the foundations for a future European research network.

We particularly encourage the active participation of early-stage researchers, and we aim to create an open, inclusive atmosphere that fosters discussion, exchange of ideas, and the emergence of new collaborations. We hope REFLEX2026 will serve as a starting point for long-term interactions and joint initiatives in this rapidly evolving field.

We very much look forward to welcoming you to Aveiro in April 9-10, 2026 for two inspiring days of science and networking.

Paula Ferreira & Bernd Wicklein
Conference Chairpersons

Organizing Committee

Conference Chairpersons: 
Paula Ferreira
University of Aveiro
Department of Materials and Ceramic Engineering
CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials
 
Bernd Wicklein
Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM)
 
Other members:
Cláudia Nunes (CICECO, UA)
Harvey Amorin (ICMM)
Maxim Ivanov (CICECO, UA)
Paula M. Vilarinho (CICECO, UA)
 
Secretariat:
Joana Sousa (SPM)
phone: +351966253329

Important Dates

8th February – Abstract submission

11th February – Notification of acceptance

26th February – Registration deadline

Registration

Register now: Submit your registration here
Registration fee: 100 €
Free of charge for students
Send your abstracts here: https://tinyurl.com/AbstractsHere 

Practical Information

Traveling to Aveiro

By Public Transportation from the Airports

Porto Airport is usually the most convenient airport.

From Porto Airport (Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro – OPO):
You can take a taxi directly to Aveiro (about €50–€65, ~55 min by road) or use public transport. Take the Metro (Line E – Purple) from the airport to Porto Campanhã (metro tickets start around €2-€3, verify zones and prices before travel) and then a train to Aveiro from Porto Campanhã. Trains between Porto and Aveiro run frequently and take roughly 40 min to 1 h 15 min, depending on the service (Urbano/Regional vs Intercidades/Alfa); prices vary depending on train type and booking time (rail info www.cp.pt). 

Alternatively, there are direct buses from Porto Airport to Aveiro (~1 h 20 min to 1 h 30 min), with occasional services offered by carriers like FlixBus (https://shop.flixbus.pt) and Rede Expressos (https://rede-expressos.pt/en/timetables); ticket prices vary by operator and booking time.

From Lisbon Airport (Aeroporto Humberto Delgado – LIS):
From Lisbon Airport, take a taxi to Lisboa Oriente train station or use the Metro (Red Line) plus a short walk to Lisboa Oriente train station. From Oriente there are frequent Intercidades and Alfa Pendular trains to Aveiro; journey times typically range from about 2 h to 2 h 30 min, and prices depend on train type and booking moment. Buses are also available from Lisboa Oriente bus station or directly from the Lisbon Airport to Aveiro's bus station.

By Car from the Airports

Traveling by car from Porto to Aveiro takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour, using either the A1 or the A29 highways. From Lisbon, the journey takes approximately 2 hours via the A1 motorway. Alternatively, and often more conveniently, you may take the A8 and A17 highways.

 

Accommodation 

Meliã Ria Hotel & Spa (https://www.meliaria.com)

Rates:
Single room: €115
Double room: €146

Breakfast is included.

If you wish to book a room, please contact melia.ria@meliaportugal.com till the 20th of March, and mention the reference “REFLEX2026” when making your reservation.

Hotel Aveiro Center (https://www.grupoalboi.com/pt/Hotel-Aveiro-Center/Home)

Rates:
Single Room (double bed): 1 person: €75
Double Room (double bed): 1 person: €75 | 2 persons: €105
Twin Room (two single beds): 1 person: €75 | 2 persons: €105
Double + 1 (double bed + sofa bed): 1 person: €75 | 2 persons: €105 | 3 persons: €135
Twin + 1 (two single beds + sofa bed):1 person: €75 | 2 persons: €105 | 3 persons: €135
Triple Room (three single beds): 1 person: €80 | 2 persons: €110 | 3 persons: €140
Junior Suite (queen-size bed + sofa bed): 1 person: €85 | 2 persons: €115 | 3 persons: €145
Family Suite (king-size bed + two sofa beds): 1 person: €90 | 2 persons: €120 | 3 persons: €150 | 4 persons: €180

Breakfast is included.

If you wish to book a room, please contact reservas@hotelaveirocenter.com till the 1st of April, and mention the reference “REFLEX2026” when making your reservation.

Hotel das Salinas (https://www.grupoalboi.com/pt/Hotel-Salinas/Home)

Rates:
Standard Room (double bed): 1 person: €75 | 2 persons: €105
Twin Studio (two single beds): 1 person: €85 | 2 persons: €115

Breakfast is included.

If you wish to book a room, please contact reservas@hoteldassalinas.com till the 1st of April, and mention the reference “REFLEX2026” when making your reservation.

Hotel Jardim (https://www.hoteljardim.pt)

Rates:

Quarto Duplo/Twin Uso Individual – 57,00€ / noite /quarto
Quarto Duplo/Twin – 79,00€ / noite /quarto

Breakfast is included.

If you wish to book a room, please contact info@hoteljardim.pt till the 1st of April, and mention the reference “REFLEX2026” when making your reservation.

Hotel Imperial (https://www.hotelimperial.pt/en/Menu/Hotel.aspx)

Rates:
Single room: €65
Double room: €85

Breakfast is included.

If you wish to book a room, please contact reservas@hotelimperial.pt till the 1st of April, and mention the reference “REFLEX2026” when making your reservation.

 

Meals

Lunch on April 9th and 10th is included and will be served at the Santiago canteen of the University of Aveiro.

The social dinner on April 9th will take place at the Meliã Ria Hotel & Spa.

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