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With the ESS-ILL User Meeting 2026 approaching, we would like to remind you of the upcoming deadlines for abstract submission and registration.</div>
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The meeting will take place 18-20 November 2026 in Lund, Sweden, bringing together the user communities for scientific exchange, discussion and networking.</div>
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Upcoming deadlines:</div>
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21 September: Abstract submission closes</div>
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2 October: Registration closes</div>
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All deadlines are at midnight (CET) on the dates indicated.</div>
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We welcome contributions from the community and encourage those planning to attend to submit an abstract and complete their registration in good time.</div>
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Further information on the scientific programme, abstract submission, registration, accommodation and satellite meetings is available on the meeting website:
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https://indico.ess.eu/event/3945/overview</a></div>
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We look forward to welcoming you to Lund in November.</div>
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Best regards,</div>
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On behalf of the directors of ESS and ILL,</div>
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The ESS/ILL organising team</div>
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