The NanoCarbon Annual Conference 2025, held on March 18 - 19 in Würzburg, brought together an engaged community of researchers, industry professionals, and innovators to discuss the latest developments in the field of carbon nanomaterials. Organised by Nanoinitiative Bayern GmbH / Cluster Nanotechnology already in its 10th edition, the event once again proved to be a key meeting point for those driving forward innovation with CNTs, graphene, carbon black and related materials.
Throughout the two-day conference, participants had the opportunity to engage in a dynamic program of technical presentations, short pitches, posters, and an accompanying exhibition. With a focus on open dialogue and collaboration, the event fostered valuable exchanges across disciplinary and sectoral boundaries.
This year’s topics ranged from safety and sustainability assessments, to advanced energy storage solutions, nanocomposite development, and cutting-edge analytical techniques. Lively discussions followed talks on the regulatory landscape, lifecycle analyses, and material innovations—reflecting the community’s commitment not only to technological advancement but also to responsible implementation.
Highlights included:
The spirit of collaboration was especially tangible during the informal parts of the program, where conversations continued beyond the sessions and new partnerships began to take shape. The conference closed with a joint status meeting of the Network NanoCarbon and MAI Carbon Cluster, emphasizing the importance of continued networking and knowledge exchange within the community.
The NCAC 2025 once again confirmed that innovation in nanocarbon technologies thrives through interdisciplinary dialogue and long-term collaboration. We thank all participants for their contributions and look forward to seeing this vibrant community grow even further in the years ahead.
Beyond the industrial and academic exchange, the conference also recognised outstanding R&D through its traditional poster exhibition. This year, the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden received first place, while Resonac Corporation from Japan was awarded second place for their impressive contributions.
Looking ahead, the NanoCarbon community is already looking forward to the next Annual Conference, set to take place on May 05–06, 2026, once again in Würzburg. As we collectively explore the evolving landscape of nanocarbon materials, these events continue to provide an essential space for collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of sustainable, forward-thinking solutions. We look forward to welcoming you back next year – join us and help shape the future of nanocarbon technology.
Contact:
Dr. Jasmin Süß
jasmin.suess(at)nanoinitiative-bayern.de
We appreciate the exceptional feedback provided by our attendees and are committed to maintaining the momentum of our conference's success into the future. Mark your calendars for the upcoming NanoCarbon Annual Conference on May 05-06, 2026, as we anticipate another enlightening event where passionate individuals convene to drive sustainable solutions through nanocarbon advancements.
Poster Award:
Congratulations to the winners of the poster award!
Place 1: A. Knapp, B. Krause, Leibniz-Institut für Polymerforschung Dresden e.V., Hybrid-filled Polypropylene as conducting film for battery application
Place 2: Komatsu K., Hashizume N., Nakata M., Yoneda T., Resonac Corporation, A New Two-Year Carcinogenicity Study of Multi-Walled Carbon (Nano) Tubes and current CLH in the EU
Further information:
The conference documents, including released presentations are available to the interested community via download against a small handling fee (Contact: Jasmin Süß, jasmin.suess(at)nanoinitiative-bayern.de, Phone: +49 931 31 - 89370).
The Network NanoCarbon which is managed by the Cluster Nanotechnology is an open network for the development of marketable nanocarbon products. The network partners are experts in the field of production, processing, application and disposal of these materials, i.e. for the entire life cycle of these products. In the focus of the network activities are small and medium-sized enterprises aiming to accelerate the technology transfer.
For further information about the Network NanoCarbon please refer to www.nanocarbon.net or https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/netzwerk-nanocarbon.
