The HPC-CONEXS Summer School and Conference 2026, taking place 1–5 June at Newcastle University is open to researchers, students, and industry partners. This week-long programme will highlight developments in high-performance computing, X-ray spectroscopy, theory, experiment, and machine learning. A finalised programme will follow shortly. Registration is open now!
Summer School Workshops (1–3 June)
The event begins with the HPC-CONEXS Summer School Workshops, aimed at early career researchers and students seeking to build practical skills in computational methods, data analysis, and advanced X-ray science techniques.
Workshops will include:
- Expert-led training in HPC tools and workflows
- Practical sessions linking theory and experiment
- Introductions to machine learning applications in spectroscopy
- Opportunities for discussion with academic and industry researchers
Conference Programme (3–5 June)
The conference programme will feature keynote lectures, invited sessions, and contributed talks, providing a forum to share current research and discuss emerging directions in computational and experimental X-ray science.
Programme highlights include:
- Invited sessions focused on Machine Learning, Experimental Developments, and Theory Developments
- More than ten contributed talk sessions showcasing work from early career researchers
- Two interactive poster sessions
Whether attending the full week or selected sessions, HPC-CONEXS 2026 offers opportunities to exchange ideas and build collaborations across the community.
Our event page on our website is here.
Registration is now open!
A nominal attendance fee will apply: £20 for PhD students and PDRAs, and £50 for academic staff.
If you are a PhD student or ECR interested in applying for our travel grants, please contact Sydnee O’Brien at: sydnee.obrien@newcastle.ac.uk.


