Welcome to Division Kekulé
For over 40 years, the Kekulé Lecture Series has been offering a biennial program of talks on current topics in science and technology. Organized by KVCV and the University of Antwerp, the series features internationally renowned speakers from both academia and industry. The Kekulé Series fosters understanding, reflection, and dialogue, and serves as a meeting point for students, academics, and professionals from research, education, and the industrial sector.
Kekulé-cyclus XXI: Innovating our future
We are proud to present the program for the 21st edition of the Kekulé Series — indeed, already the 21st! Once again, we offer a wide variety of scientific and technological lectures, each one addressing challenges faced by today’s world. This edition of the Kekulé Series will conclude with a debate reflecting on the challenges and opportunities highlighted throughout the various theme evenings.
Topics:
Quid Quantum and AI?Can AI enhance chemistry developments? |
14 October 2025 |
Recycling and circularity: what is the best solution?How to achieve a viable circular plastic economy? |
4 November 2025 |
Powering the futureAre the boundaries of electrification chemical? |
9 December 2025 |
Doughnut economics, carbon realities and sustainabilityBalancing not just carbon |
10 February 2026 |
Improving health by monitoring, prevention and therapyA dynamic perspective on health |
10 March 2026 |
Debate: Transforming problems into challenges and solutionsDo we agree or agree to disagree and find an alternative solution? |
31 March 2026 |
Jeugdnamiddag: Wetenschap zonder grenzen – vele hoofden samen onderweg naar oplossingen (In Dutch)Geen vakjes of muren, alleen ideeën die durven een positieve toekomst te sturen.
Voorbij de muurtjes van AI, erfgoed en chemie naar een duurzame toekomst. En hoe bepaal je juist die positieve toekomst? Is die circulaire plastic echt een cirkel? |
Early 2026 |
With three topical lectures each evening, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM, the Kekulé Series aims to show how research, science, and technology can contribute to building a better future. For the first time, we will close the series with a debate covering the themes discussed during the five previous evenings. Esteemed panelists from industry, academia, and government will share their perspectives on how to tackle today’s pressing issues.
We warmly invite you to join this inspiring lecture series. Once again, we will provide opportunities to network afterward with professionals from business, education, and research.
The Kekulé sessions will take place on the Drie Eiken Campus of the University of Antwerp.
Visit the website for all pratical information, to consult the program and to download presentations and abstracts.