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8th IWA Regional Membrane Technology Conference

The 8th IWA Regional Membrane Technology Conference (IWA-RMTC 2026) will be held in Shanghai, China, from August 26 to 29, 2026. Organized by Tongji University and endorsed by the IWA Membrane Technology Specialist Group, this event continues a distinguished biennial series that has been hosted in cities including Moscow, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, Ho Chi Minh City, Kunming, Vadodara, and Palermo since its inception in 2008. As a premier gathering for the global membrane community, the conference provides an important platform for participants from academia, industry, and the public sector to exchange cutting-edge research findings and practical innovations in water and wastewater treatment.

Programme Detail

Dates
25 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

China

Shanghai,

Description

The 8th IWA Regional Membrane Technology Conference will bring together global experts, researchers, and industry leaders to explore cutting‑edge advancements in membrane science and applications. The programme will cover the fundamentals of membrane processes, breakthroughs in novel membrane materials, and innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment across drinking water, domestic, industrial, and seawater sectors.
A strong focus will be placed on sustainability, including energy harvesting, resource recovery, zero‑liquid‑discharge systems, life‑cycle analysis, and membrane recycling. The conference will also highlight the rapidly emerging field of AI‑enabled membrane technologies, featuring topics such as performance prediction, fouling control, smart optimization, and digital twins.
This event will serve as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the advancement of membrane technologies for a more resilient and sustainable water future.

Organising Committee

No.NameAffiliation
1Prof. Zhiwei Wang (Chair)Tongji University
2Prof. Li WangTongji University
3Prof. Qiaoying WangTongji University
4Prof. Ruobin DaiTongji University
5Prof. Shengji XiaTongji University
6Prof. Shuili YuTongji University
7Prof. Siqing XiaTongji University
8Prof. Xin TongTongji University
9Prof. Xuesong LiTongji University
10Prof. Zhichao WuTongji University
11Prof. Tao HeShanghai Advanced Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai
12Prof. Jiahui ShaoShanghai Jiao Tong University
13Prof. Fang LiDonghua University
14Prof. Lijun MengDonghua University
15Prof. Manhong HuangDonghua University
16Prof. Xingran ZhangDonghua University

Flyers

IWA RMTC 2026 Flyer.pptx

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