Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # E\PCOS 2026 European Phase Change and Ovonics Symposium ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://epcos2026.be/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://epcos2026.be/) - European Phase-Change and Ovonics Symposium E\PCOS 2026 Leuven, 20-23 September 2026 Organized by the Laboratory of Semiconductor Physics,KU Leuven AboutE\PCOS 2026 will showcase the latest advances, from fundamental materials research to innovative applications, and provide a forum to exchange ideas across disciplines. Topics include phase-change memories, selector devices and selector-only memories, as well as emerging directions in neuromorphic computing, photonics, and metamaterials. We - [Program](https://epcos2026.be/technical-program/) - E\PCOS 2026 Program Preliminary program — subject to change. Program at a glance Day 1: Sunday, September 20, 2026 – Afternoon- 14:00 Optional social activity: Guided tour of the Highlights of Leuven. Meeting at Alfons Smetsplein, 3000 Leuven (exact meeting time/location to be confirmed. Extra registration required)- 16:30 Welcome Reception at the Faculty Club and registrations- 18:00 Committee - [Invited Speakers](https://epcos2026.be/invited-speakers/) - Invited Speakers Invited Speakers for E\PCOS 2026 Discover the experts invited to share their insights at the E\PCOS 2026 conference in Leuven. Invited Speaker Affiliation Matteo Baldo STMicroelectronics, Italy Nian-ke Chen Jilin University, China Benoit Cluzel Université Bourgogne Europe, France Sébastien Cueff CNRS - Institut des Nanotechnologies de Lyon, France Volker Deringer Oxford University, United - [Abstract submission](https://epcos2026.be/abstract-submission/) - E\PCOS 2026 Abstract submission Please complete the form below to submit your 2‑page abstract for the European Phase‑Change and Ovonics Symposium 2026 (E\PCOS 2026).Submissions must be provided as a single PDF file and should follow the guidelines described in the template.The corresponding author will receive a confirmation email after successful submission.For questions on abstract submission - [Call for abstracts](https://epcos2026.be/call-for-abstracts/) - E\PCOS 2026 Call for abstracts Focus Topics include, but are not limited to: Phase-change materials & memory Selector-only memory (SOM) Phase-change photonics, plasmonics & metamaterials Ovonic threshold switch (OTS) selectors Neuromorphic & in-memory computing applications 15+ invited talks from leading experts Academia, research institutes, and industry 2‑page abstract for oral or poster presentation Abstract Submission - [Accommodation](https://epcos2026.be/accommodation/) - Accommodation Leuven offers a wide range of accommodation options. As September is a busy period with many conferences and events, participants are encouraged to book their stay well in advance.Below is a non‑exhaustive list of well‑established hotels and accommodation options in Leuven, provided for convenience. Pentahotel Leuven (★★★★) Novotel Leuven Centrum (★★★★) Martin’s Klooster Hotel - [Venue, travel & transport info](https://epcos2026.be/travel-transport/) - Venue, travel & transport info Keizersberg AbbeyKeizersberg Abbey (Abdij van Keizersberg) will host E\PCOS 2026. The venue is located on a hill overlooking Leuven, about 1.5 km from the city center and easily accessible on foot, by bicycle, or via public transport.Address: Mechelsestraat 202, 3000 Leuven, BelgiumView on Google Maps In good weather, we recommend walking to - [Sponsors](https://epcos2026.be/sponsors/) - Sponsors To our sponsors, thank you! STMicroelectronicsVia Camillo Olivetti, 220864 Agrate Brianza MBITALY imecKapeldreef 753001 LeuvenBELGIUM - [Committees](https://epcos2026.be/committees/) - Committees Meet the Committees behind E\PCOS 2026 in Leuven Conference chair Prof. Matthias Wuttig (RWTH Aachen University, Germany) Program committee chair Prof. Bart Kooi (University of Groningen, Netherlands) Advisory committee Prof. Junji Tominaga (AIST, Japan) Local organizing committee Dr. Daniele Garbin (KU Leuven/imec) Dr. Taras Ravsher (KU Leuven/imec) Dr. Sergiu Clima (KU Leuven/imec) Dr. Robin Degraeve - [Registration](https://epcos2026.be/registration/) - E\PCOS 2026 Registration Register hereYou will be redirected to the KU Leuven online registration tool.Early bird registration deadline: 31 July 2026⚠️ Limited availability: Registration is subject to venue capacity and will close automatically once capacity is reached. Early registration is therefore strongly recommended. Registration type Early Bird Fee(until 31 July) Late Fee(1 August – 4 - [Leuven: A City Where History Meets Innovation](https://epcos2026.be/leuven-a-city-where-history-meets-innovation/) - About Leuven Leuven: A City Where History Meets Innovation In the heart of Belgium, just 25 km east of Brussels, lies Leuven: a vibrant, welcoming city where centuries-old heritage blends seamlessly with cutting-edge science and culture. Leuven is a city on a human scale, yet cosmopolitan in spirit. Its pedestrian streets and lively squares are - [Privacy Policy](https://epcos2026.be/privacy-policy/) - Who we are The European Phase-Change and Ovonics Symposium 2026 (E\PCOS 2026) is organized by KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.This website provides general information about the conference. 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