We would like to thank all participants for taking part in the 38^th edition of the European Conference on Surface Science. It was our great pleasure to host you in Braga (Portugal).

The 39^th edition of the ECOSS will be held in August 2026 in Norway.
More information in: https://www.ecoss2026.net/

ECOSS-38 Award winners:

Best oral presentations

sponsored by

Award - 700 Euro

Katharina Kaiser, Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Talk title: Tuning the photoluminescence of single molecules

Michael Arumainayagam, University of California, Berkeley
Talk title: Imaging the quantum melting of generalized Wigner crystals

Fernando Garcia Martinez, Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY
Talk title: Structure and pressure gap in the NO reduction reaction on Rh model catalysts studied by operando HAXPES and SXRD

Distinction – diploma by FCUP-University of Porto

Leonor Andrade, IFIMUP
Talk title: From Lattice to magnetism: unlocking phase transition kinetics in Gd₅Si₂Ge₂

Andrea Berti, University of Trieste
Talk title: 2D phase diagram of iron sulfides on Au(111): From hexagonal to square atomic arrangement and beyond

European Physical Society - Best Poster Award

1^st Award – 100 Euros

Poster 61: Sally Eickmeier IPC University of Stuttgart
Title: “Hybrid Thin Films of Molecular Quantum Bits in Organic Semiconductors”

2^nd Award - 50 Euros

Poster 17: Vladislav Ivanistsev, University of Latvia
Title: “Electrochemical CO 2 capture with metal-organic frameworks

3^rd Award - 50 Euros

Poster 38: Stefano Vigneri, University of Trieste
Title: Single-atom Fe doping of graphene on Ni(111): a repeatable route to catalysis-oriented 2D materials

Welcome to ECOSS 38

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 38th European Conference on Surface Science (ECOSS-38) which will be held from 24 Aug - 29 Aug 2025 in Braga, Portugal, organised by the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Porto.

ECOSS is a well-established annual meeting directed jointly by the Surface Science Division of the International Union for Vacuum Science, Technique and Applications (IUVSTA) and the Surface and Interface Section of the European Physical Society (EPS).

The conference provides an excellent opportunity for scientists, researchers and engineers from across Europe and from all over the world, working in academia, national labs and industry, to meet and discuss the latest advances in the physics and chemistry of surfaces, along with their industrial applications. Furthermore, it is a forum to discuss the progress of surface science in related innovation fields such as heterogeneous catalysis, organic molecular nano-architectures, two-dimensional materials and graphene, nanoelectronics, bio-nanoscience and functional and energy materials, etc., studied both using theoretical and experimental methods.

This five-day event will take place in the beautiful historic city of Braga, in the Minho region of Northern Portugal. Situated approximately an hour from Porto International Airport, Braga offers a unique blend of ancient culture, charm and modern amenities. The event will bring together leading experts, scientists and engineers at all stages of their careers and research students for a series of stimulating presentations and in-depth discussions, exploring the latest advancements and emerging trends across the entire spectrum of IUVSTA topics.

Previous editions of the ECOSS conference took place at the Harrogate Convention Centre, Harrogate, UK (Conference Chairs: Dr. Oleg Borisovich Malyshev and Professor Martin McCoustra, ECOSS-37) and at the Vienna House, Łódź, Poland (Conference Chair: Professor Paweł Kowalczyk, ECOSS-36).

Conference email: ecoss38@fc.up.pt

WHY BRAGA?

Conveniently located in northern Portugal, Braga offers excellent connectivity. Its rich history, dating back to Roman times and peaking in the 16th century as Portugal's religious capital, is evident in the city's fascinating blend of Roman and medieval heritage alongside stunning Baroque churches. Today, Braga is a vibrant university town, fostering a youthful atmosphere and a thriving cultural scene. The city offers a delightful mix of traditional Portuguese cuisine, charming squares perfect for enjoying a café, and a wealth of cultural attractions.

This inspiring setting, recently awarded Europe's Leading Emerging Tourism Destination 2024 by the World Travel Awards, provides a memorable experience for ECOSS, extending far beyond the scientific program.

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