This symposium brings together early-career researchers from across the university to showcase their work, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthen our research community. We welcome contributions from all disciplines and research areas, covering themes such as aerospace, aviation, AI, robotics, energy, defence, sustainability, manufacturing and business.
Call for abstracts
We are currently accepting abstract submissions.
Length: Up to 200 words.
Include: Presentation title, author name(s), theme, and centre.
Presentation Formats: Main Presentation (Standard), Poster Presentation, or Speedy Presentation (3-minute lightning talk).
Submission Method: Scan the QR code or email ECRNetwork@cranfield.ac.uk.
Submission Deadline: 20 Feb 2026 (extended).
Notification of Results: 27 Feb 2026.
Abstract submission
Submit abstract either via this form or email ECRNetwork@cranfield.ac.uk
Event Programme
Day 1: Wednesday 18th March
09:00 – 10:00: Registration (Vincent Building)
10:00 – 10:15: Welcome speech
10:15 – 11:00: Keynote speech 1
11:30 – 13:00: Career development talks
14:00 – 16:30: Parallel sessions (Main Presentations & Speedy PhD Presentations)
18:30 – 21:00: Drinks reception and symposium dinner, Mitchell Hall
Day 2: Thursday 19th March
09:00 – 09:30: Registration and welcome
09:30 – 10:15: Keynote Speech 2
10:30 – 12:00: Career Development Talks
13:00 – 15:30: Parallel Sessions (Main Presentations & Speedy PhD Presentations)
15:30 – 16:00: Prize Giving and Closing Remarks
Transport and accommodation guidance
Arrival: Visitors must register at the Main Reception before heading to the Vincent Building (Building 52a).
Parking: Please refer to the campus map; the Vincent Building is located at grid reference D4.
Shrivenham Attendees: Transport and accommodation will be provided for attendees based at the Shrivenham campus.
Accommodation: Mitchell Hall. Check-in is from 14:00 on Wednesday; Check-out is by 10:00 on Thursday.
Luggage: Luggage cannot be stored securely in the Vincent Building; please use the storage room at Mitchell Hall.