18 September 2026

Aula Absidale di Santa Lucia, Bologna

 

Leading experts from the international academic and industrial communities come together with students to share knowledge, insights and innovations in the field of battery technologies.

An opportunity to discuss key topics in chemical research, cell manufacturing and electronics, and to explore the challenges and opportunities driving the evolution of the sector.

 

Agenda

The agenda for the day is nearly finalized; any updates will be posted here.

 

08:45-09:30 | Registration

09:30–09:45 | Conference Opening

Institutional Welcome Addresses

09:45–10:45 | Chemistry Research: perspectives from leading academics

Moderator: Prof. Catia Arbizzani, Unibo

10:45–11:05 | Q&A

 

11:05–11:45 | Brunch break for all participants

 

11:50-12:30 | Cell Production: the battery cell industry today and tomorrow, with a deep dive into solid-state technologies from international company CTOs

Moderator: Prof. Catia Arbizzani, Unibo

12:30–12:50 | Q&A

 

12:50–14:10 | Electronics: the latest trends and solutions from industry leaders

  • Philipp Welz, Team Manager Battery Science and Data at Munich Electrification 
  • Marcello Spinelli, Energy Saving Battery at FAAM
  • Francesco Monti, CEO of Podium Advanced Technologies
  • Eric Huang, Battery Management System Fellow at Sunwoda

Moderator: Wenzel Prochazka, NXP

14:10–14:30 | Q&A

 

14:30–14:45 | Closing Remarks

 

Registration

Registration is required to attend the event and must be completed by 11:00 a.m. on September 14.

 

The conference will be held entirely in English.