Extended abstract submission
Abstract submission will remain open until Monday October 26th, 2026. Selected speakers can expect to receive confirmation emails starting October 28th, 2026.
Welcome to Inorganic Discussion Weekend 2026
Join us from November 6th to November 8th, 2026 for the Inorganic Discussion Weekend at McGill University in Montréal, Québec. This conference brings together leading minds in inorganic chemistry for stimulating discussions, groundbreaking presentations, and networking opportunities. Discover the future of inorganic research with us.
Bruker Crystallography Workshop
We are pleased to announce that IDW 2026 will kick off with a crystallography workshop in collaboration with our sponsor, Bruker! The workshop will take place on Friday, November 6th from 1:30 to 4 pm. The workshop will cover a variety of practical topics:
- Best practices for crystal quality evaluation and data collection - led by Dr. Michael Ruf (Bruker).
- From raw data to accurate reflection intensities - Dr. Michael Ruf (Bruker).
- Introduction to SHELX syntax - Dr. Hein Frank Schaper (Université de Montréal).
- Introduction to structure refinement with ShelXle - Dr. Ashley Schmidt (Bruker).
Please confirm your participation to the workshop.
Conference highlights
IDW highlights the rich and exciting research contributions made by professors, students and postdoctoral fellows in inorganic chemistry, through a diverse array of keynote lectures, oral presentations and a poster session. We look forward to hosting you and encourage students, both at the undergraduate and graduate level, to submit an abstract.
Program overview
Consult our schedule to plan your travels. IDW 2026 will start on Friday at 1:30 pm (Nov. 6th) with a crystallography workshop!
Plenary speakers
Meet the distinguished speakers who will share their insights and research.
Submit your work
Share your research with our community by submitting your abstract for presentation. Extended deadline: Oct. 30th
Conference location
Find out more about the vibrant city of Montréal and our venue.
About the conference
IDW is dedicated to fostering collaboration and advancing knowledge in inorganic chemistry in an inclusive environment. Since its initiation in 1968 by Barry Lever, former Emeritus Professor at York University, this conference has typically attracted 100-150 researchers at recent meetings across Ontario and Quebec. The weekend events - presentation, workshop, mixer and banquet - will provide an unparalleled opportunity to connect with peers, learn from experts, and present your own cutting-edge research. Engage in lively discussions and contribute to the future of inorganic chemistry in a stimulating environment.
Contact us
Conference secretariat
Inorganic Discussion Weekend 2026
Maass Chemistry Building, McGill University
801 Sherbrooke St. W, Montréal, Québec, Canada
organizers@idw2026.com