The Amsterdam Chemistry Innovation Day (ACID) brings together students, researchers, startups, and industry leaders to explore how chemistry and life sciences drive real-world innovation — from sustainability and circular materials to energy and industrial transformation.
Whether you are looking to learn, connect, recruit, or shape the future of the sector, ACID is the place to be.
Confirmed Keynote Speakers
We are proud to welcome three leading voices shaping the future of chemistry and sustainability:
-> Esther van den Beuken, Market Manager Circular Carbon & Innovative Materials, TNO. On circular plastics, value-chain collaboration, and scaling sustainable solutions.
-> Marco Waas, CTO & Sustainability Officer, Nobian. On industrial decarbonisation, CO₂ reduction, and lessons from large-scale sustainability agreements.
-> Dr. Filipe Branco dos Santos, Senior Scientist, Microbial Biotechnology & Systems Biology. On cutting-edge biological innovation at the interface of chemistry, energy, and materials.
What to expect
Discover what’s possible when science, industry, and society come together:
-> Inspiring keynotes bridging research, industry, and policy
-> Interactive sessions & panels on innovation, sustainability, and transition pathways
->Poster Session – showcase your research and spark new collaborations
->Strategic networking breaks with peers, experts, and decision-makers
Career & Innovation Fair
Meet your future employer, or your next collaborator.
- Full-day Career & Innovation Fair
- Company pitches & talent matchmaking
- Job opportunities across Chemistry & Life Sciences
- CV reviews and professional development sessions
Why Attend?
This isn’t just a conference.
It’s where ideas gain visibility, research finds its market, and careers take shape.
