The Combustion Institute is an international, non-profit, educational and scientific society. Founded in 1954, we promote and disseminate research activities in all areas of combustion science and technology for the advancement of many communities around the world. Our commitment to sustainability influences all aspects of our operations as we strive for a cleaner and more efficient future. We believe that fostering a diverse community of varied life experiences and backgrounds makes us stronger, more informed, and allows us to better serve our community and the world.
The International Symposium on Combustion is our world congress and major biennial meeting. For over seventy years and forty symposia, we have united the combustion community, encouraging collaboration, research, and innovation. We direct the publication of two scientific journals, Combustion and Flame, published monthly and the Proceedings of The Combustion Institute, now published annually.
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The 41st International Symposium on Combustion was held in Kyoto, Japan, from 26–31 July 2026, bringing together nearly 2,000 attendees from more than 40 countries for a week of scientific exchange, collaboration, and discussion.
With more than 2,000 presentations delivered by over 1,200 presenters, the 41st ISOC was the largest symposium in the history of the event.
The week featured a diverse program of cutting-edge research and provided valuable opportunities for attendees to engage with colleagues, establish new professional connections, and exchange ideas across the international combustion community.
The symposium also offered attendees the opportunity to experience Japanese culture and hospitality while gathering in the historic city of Kyoto.
Additional highlights from the symposium, including invited speaker videos, event photographs, and other materials, will be made available in the coming weeks. Attendees are also invited to share photographs from the event by sending them to office@combustioninstitute.org or using #41stISOC when posting on social media.
For additional information about the 41st International Symposium on Combustion, please visit the Symposium website.
CI Members Meeting | 26 October 2026 | 9:00 AM Eastern Time
CI President Hai Wang invites all members of The Combustion Institute to join the upcoming CI Members Meeting.
Held every two years, the Members Meeting is an opportunity to hear updates on the Institute’s activities and operations, learn about current and future initiatives, ask questions, and share your feedback.
Registration is required: Register here.
"Combustion science and technology remain crucial in today’s energy landscape, especially as we move towards a low-carbon economy... The field of combustion is interdisciplinary in nature. It attracts brilliant scientists and engineers from a wide spectrum of training and expertise to address real-world problems. Through research and training, young scientists and engineers develop diverse skills which they can apply broadly to energy and propulsion problems, leading to rewarding careers in academia, industry and beyond."
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