July 12-17 | Charleston, SC | Gaillard Center
Carbon Innovation Meets Low Country Charm.
Carbon 2026 will showcase the latest breakthroughs across the full landscape of carbon science—from clean energy and clean water solutions to advanced materials for batteries, supercapacitors, catalysis, and electrochemical conversion. Speakers will explore advances in carbon materials including carbon fiber composites, graphite, activated carbon, novel 2D and 3D nanomaterials like graphene and nanotubes, cutting-edge modeling and AI, and applications from extreme-environment materials to next-gen health technologies—showcasing how carbon is driving innovation across energy, environment, and beyond.
Presenting Our Carbon 2026 Plenary Speakers
Research Professor
CNRS-IJL
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For over seventy years, the American Carbon Society has united the world’s leaders in carbon science.
1953 – Buffalo, NY
2019 – Lexington, KY, USA
In 2026, the tradition continues as we gather in an unforgettable
coastal city.
With its blend of historic charm, coastal beauty, and a nationally acclaimed food scene, Charleston, South Carolina offers an inspiring backdrop for collaboration and discovery. The city’s walkable downtown, rich cultural heritage, and warm Southern hospitality make it an unforgettable setting to host an academic conference.
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Join us in Charleston!
Where history meets the Atlantic, Charleston, South Carolina, invites curiosity and connection. Its graceful streets, acclaimed dining, and southern hospitality provide a conference setting that feels timeless and alive with possibility.
