1st International Conference on Photogranules​​​​​​​​​​

17 to 19-Sep-2025 | IHE Delft | The Netherlands

About the event

Join us in Delft, the Netherlands, from 17 to 19 September 2025 for the 1st International Conference on Photogranules.

This landmark event will bring together researchers in microbial ecology and physiology, environmental biotechnology and engineering who work in the emerging field of phototrophic aggregation. At the conference, researchers will present and discuss advancements ranging from fundamental research to innovative applications in wastewater treatment and ecosystem restoration.

This IWA supported conference will connect specialists across disciplines, foster collaboration and lay the foundation for a dedicated photogranule research community. A rich scientific program, including roundtable discussions, will advance this pioneering field. The IWA specialist groups supporting the conference are the Microbial Ecology & Water Engineering (MEWE) and the Environmental Engineering Education (E3).

Hosted at IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, this gathering promises scientific inspiration and the chance to explore Delft, a charming historic city renowned for its long-standing history in applied biotechnology and microbial ecology.

Join us and shape the future of photogranule research!

The conference co-chairs

Tânia Vasconcelos Fernandes

IHE Delft, The Netherlands

Kim Milferstedt

INRAE-LBE, France

Jérôme Hamelin

INRAE-LBE, France

Chul Park,

UMass Amherst, USA

Lukas M. Trebuch

IHE Delft, The Netherlands

Important Deadlines

Location

IHE Delft Institute for Water Education

Westvest 7

2611 AX Delft

The Netherlands

Contact:

photogranules2025@un-ihe.org

IHE Delft Institute for Water Education is the largest international graduate water education facility in the world.