The 2026 International Conference on Molecular Earth Systems: Physics and Chemistry for a Sustainable Planet (MES26)

Locations

U.K. (Offline): University of Kent
Online: Link to be provided by the organizer

Date & Details

Date: September 30, 2026
Mode: Hybrid (On-site | Online)

Introduction

The 2026 International Conference on Molecular Earth Systems (MES26) provides a vital platform for exploring the fundamental physical and chemical mechanisms that govern our planet. As the global community seeks scientific solutions for a sustainable future, understanding the Earth as a complex, integrated system—from subatomic interactions to lithospheric movements—has never been more critical.

MES26 is dedicated to bridging the gap between fundamental physics, molecular chemistry, and applied earth sciences. By shifting our focus to the microscopic drivers of macroscopic change, we aim to address urgent challenges such as carbon sequestration, mineral resource management, and atmospheric stability.

This conference fosters a collaborative environment where researchers can exchange insights on thermodynamics, geochemical cycles, and planetary energy balances. We look forward to your contribution to these vital cross-disciplinary conversations.

Conference Agenda

Time (EST)	Session Title	Participants
08:30 – 09:00	Opening Remarks & Welcome Address
09:00 – 10:15	Keynote I: Leveraging thermodynamics and chemical kinetics to model climate resilience	David Zax (Cornell University)
10:15 – 11:00	Coffee Break / Virtual Networking	—
11:00 – 12:15	Keynote II: High-pressure physics and deep-earth energy storage	Jian Hu (University of Kent)
12:15 – 14:00	Lunch
14:00 – 15:00	Q&A
15:00 – 15:30	Closing Remarks

Keynote Speakers

David Zax

Chemistry and Chemical Biology

Professor

Cornell University

Jian Hu

Energy Engineering

Doctor

University of Kent

Editorial Team

Editor-in-chief

Vinod A. Thale (Zhejiang University)

Associate Editor

Syed Murawat Abbas Naqvi (Beijing Institute of Technology)

Editorial Board Member

Faisal Rafique (Southern University of Science and Technology), Jian Hu (University of Kent)

All submissions will be screened and peer-reviewed by the reviewers with MDs, PHDs, Doctors of Engineering and associate professors from the universities and research institutes worldwide.

The peer-review process will be double-blind peer-review.

Financial Structure

Category	Fee	Notes
Category Online Attendance	Fee $100	Notes Virtual participation.
Category Submission Fee	Fee $0	Notes Free initial screening.
Category Basic APC (Including 6 Pages)	Fee $450 / ¥3,200	Notes Charged only upon manuscript acceptance.
Category Extra Page	Fee $60 / ¥300	Notes

Article Processing Charge (APC) Statement

Fee Structure

ALSA charges a flat rate of $450 / ¥3,200（6-page APC） for each manuscript accepted for publication, and $60 / ¥300 for extra page.

Submission Fee: $0 (Free). We do not charge for the submission or initial screening of papers.
Publication Fee: $450 / ¥3,200（6-page APC）and $60 / ¥300 for extra page. This charge applies only after the manuscript has successfully passed the peer-review process and has been officially accepted for publication.

What the APC Covers

As open-access publishing, we do not charge readers or institutions for subscriptions. The APC is used to cover the essential costs of the publishing workflow, including:

Editorial Management: Organizing the peer-review process and managing the editorial board.
Production & Formatting: Professional copyediting, typesetting in PDF.
Digital Archiving: Ensuring long-term preservation of your research in global databases.
Global Distribution: Maintaining a high-speed, secure server infrastructure to make your work available worldwide 24/7.

Payment Responsibility

The APC is typically paid by:

The author's University or Institution.
A Research Grant or funding body.
The authors themselves (in cases of independent or unfunded research).

Waivers and Discounts

We are committed to ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent the publication of high-quality research.

Low-Income Economies: Authors based in countries classified as low-income by the World Bank may be eligible for a full or partial waiver.
Student Hardship: Students or researchers without institutional funding may apply for a discretionary discount.
Application: Waiver requests must be submitted at the time of initial submission and are evaluated independently of the editorial review to ensure impartiality.

Refund Policy

Once an article has been published or entered the final production stage, the APC is non-refundable. Fees will not be refunded if an article is later retracted due to author error or misconduct, in accordance with COPE guidelines.

The 2026 International Conference on Molecular Earth Systems: Physics and Chemistry for a Sustainable Planet (MES26)

Locations

Date & Details

Conference Agenda

Keynote Speakers

David Zax

Jian Hu

Editorial Team

Editor-in-chief

Associate Editor

Editorial Board Member

Call for Papers

Submission Guidelines

Important Dates:

Scope of Subjects

Physics

Chemistry

Astronomy and Space Exploration

Geology and Earth Sciences

Financial Structure

Article Processing Charge (APC) Statement

Fee Structure

What the APC Covers

Payment Responsibility

Waivers and Discounts

Refund Policy

Instruction for Submission

Submission Information

Manuscript Preparation

Recommended Structure

Submission Checklist

APA 7th Edition

Core Formatting Rules

In-Text Citations (The Author-Date System)

The Reference List

The Peer Review Process

Ethical Standards

Committee Members

Honorary Chairs

Alex Carter

Brian McGrath

Achilles Venetoulias

Freya Baetens

Francesco Muschitiello

David Zax

Mahesh Srinivasan

Marcel Nutz

Conference Chairs

Rana Muhammad Ammar ZAHID

Raees Ahmad

Vinod A. Thale

Syed Muhammad Miqdad Mehdi

Publication Committee Chairs

Zi Mu

Yu Chen

Wei He

Jian Hu

Publication

Journal of Science and Technology of Engineering, Chemistry and Environmental Protection (JSTECEP)

Publication Notes

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