Scientific Programme

Topic 1 - Fundamentals & Theory

Fundamentals of electrokinetic and electrochemical processes

Processes modeling and simulation

Topic 2 - Application of EK processes

Matrices: soils, sediments, sludges, mine tailings, and industrial wastes

Treatment/remediation of different contaminant types

Recovery of valuable resources

Topic 3 - Advanced & Hybrid Techniques

Combined, hybrid and coupled techniques (EK+Phyto, Electro-Fenton, advanced oxidation processes, permeable reactive barriers, bioelectrokinetic remediation, Microbial Fuel Cells, Dewatering, etc.)

Topic 4 - Materials, Design & Monitoring

Electrode materials and system design

EK processes monitoring and analytical approaches

Topic 5 - Scale-Up & Implementation

Pilot- and field-scale applications

Energy and sustainability assessment

Policy frameworks, risk management, and stakeholder engagement in electrokinetic remediation and resource recovery

Topic 6 - Future directions & Emerging Trends