September 29–October 1, 2025
Motivation
The Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium is hosted by the National Synchrotron Light Source-II (NSLS-II) and the Center for Biomolecular Structure (CBMS).
This Symposium will unite leading experts in synchrotron radiation research and environmental science to foster dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The 8th SES Symposium focuses on the complex interplay amongst and between hydrologic, geomorphic, geochemical and biological processes and how this dynamic near-surface environment responds to change.
Topics will include problems of high societal impact within research focused on the “Critical Zone”, hydrologic cycle, soil science and ecology, geochemistry and geomicrobiology, and critical elements.
This year’s program features a diverse array of invited and contributed talks, updates on cutting-edge facilities, a sponsor banquet, an exclusive tour of NSLS-II beamlines, a vibrant poster session, and exhibits highlighting new technologies and instrumentation.
Local Organizing Committee
- Ryan Tappero (BNL, Chair)
- Tiffany Victor (BNL)
- Lisa Miller (BNL)
- Ajith Pattammattell (BNL)
- Liam McCarthy (BNL)
- Sean McSweeney (BNL)
- Martin Schoonen (BNL)
International Scientific & Advisory Committee
- Kenneth Kemner (ANL)
- Ingrid Pickering (CLS)
- Juergen Thieme (U. Gottingen)
- Richard Reeder (SBU)
- Paul Northrup (SBU)
- John Bargar (PNNL)
- Sam Webb (SSRL)
- David Shapiro (ALS)
- Layla Izadi (UT Dallas)
- Kate Szerlag (TAMU)
- Donald Sparks (UD)
Evening Events
Registered participants are invited to attend the banquet dinner and NSLS-II Facility Tour (included with registration).
Banquet Dinner:
The Old Field Club
86 West Meadow Road, East Setauket, New York 11733
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 7:00-10:00 p.m.
Directions
NSLS-II Facility Tour:
Participants will be able to tour the National Synchrotron Light Source II on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The bus will depart Stony Brook at 4:30 p.m. in time for a 5:00 p.m. tour start. There is no cost to attend the tour. More...
Accommodations
This event will have a hotel room block reserved with limited rooms at the negotiated rate. Participants should make their hotel reservation as soon as possible. When booking your reservation, you may need to guarantee your room with a credit card. Remember to ask about their cancellation policy and if they offer shuttle service. Details
Important Dates
| March 31, 2025 | General registration opens |
| July 31, 2025 | Deadline to submit an abstract presentation |
| August 14, 2025 | Hilton Reservation Deadline |
| August 29, 2025 | Holiday Inn Reservation Deadline |
| September 12, 2025 | General registration closes |
Conference Information
Past Events
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