SPARC26

Welcome!

It is our pleasure to invite you to the first ever Student Particle and Accelerator Research Conference (SPARC). As the inaugural edition SPARC26 marks the beginning of a new student-led initiative which brings together early-career researchers in experimental particle physics and particle accelerator physics. The event will be held in the University of Sussex on Friday 5th of June 2026.

SPARC26 is a conference of the students, by the students, for the students. It is dedicated to showcasing the work of MSc students, PhD researchers, and early postdoctoral scientists across a broad range of topics in particle and accelerator physics. The programme will feature selected talks in experimental particle physics, alongside dedicated contributions in particle accelerator physics, as well as a poster session designed to highlight emerging research and encourage discussion.

The scientific programme will be complemented by keynote talks from invited speakers, as well as a poster and networking event aimed at fostering collaboration and building connections within the next generation of the community. Sponsorship opportunities will also be available for those wishing to support this new initiative and gain visibility among early-career researchers.

We warmly encourage students and early-career researchers to contribute to SPARC26 by submitting abstracts for posters presentations and talks. To do this head over to our Registration page and fill out the relevant forms.

We look forward to welcoming you to the very first SPARC conference.

On behalf of the SPARC 2026 Organising Committee

Our Supporting Universities

SPARC26 is being supported by three universities namely, Royal Holloway University of London, Queen Mary University of London, and the University of Sussex.

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