June 29–30, 2026  ·  Bali, Indonesia

Joint Mini-Symposium on
Resource Recovery

Advancing Sustainability and Climate Resilience
through Organic Waste Valorization

DatesJune 29–30, 2026
VenueEngineering Faculty, Udayana University
LocationJimbaran, Bali, Indonesia
Participants50–60 (In-person)
LanguageEnglish
FeeUSD 250–300
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Organized by Udayana University (Host) HKUST (Co-host) Korea University (Co-host)

About the Symposium

A Focused Forum for
Organic Waste Science

A compact two-day gathering of researchers and stakeholders dedicated to advancing organic waste valorization and forging cross-institutional collaborations.

  • →Share latest research on resource recovery, anaerobic digestion, and valorization
  • →Showcase collaborative outcomes from joint research projects across institutions
  • →Explore links between waste valorization, sustainability metrics, and climate resilience
  • →Establish and strengthen international research partnerships
  • →Plan future joint research and collaboration initiatives

By the Numbers

High-impact, compact event designed for deep engagement and meaningful connections among researchers and practitioners worldwide.

2
Days
60
Participants
Global
Attendance
5
Sessions
4
Keynotes
1
Poster Session

Research Themes

Session Topics

Five thematic sessions spanning the full spectrum of organic waste valorization research, open to contributors from institutions worldwide.

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Advances in Anaerobic Digestion
Novel AD technologies, process optimization, microbial communities, and reactor innovations for improved biogas yields.
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Innovative Wastewater Treatment Technologies
Advanced treatment processes, nutrient removal, emerging contaminant degradation, and resource recovery from wastewater streams.
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Resource Recovery Technologies
Biogas upgrading, high-value chemicals, nutrient recovery, and digestate valorization strategies.
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Biological Processes Beyond AD
Hybrid systems (AD + composting, AD + microbial electrolysis), emerging biological routes, and bioelectrochemical systems.
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Sustainability & Climate Resilience
LCA, GHG emission reductions, pilot/full-scale case studies, and climate resiliency metrics.
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Collaborative Research
Joint project outcomes, cross-disciplinary initiatives, and establishing new international research partnerships.

Symposium Format

What to Expect

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Plenary Sessions
Focused thematic sessions with oral presentations. No parallel sessions — every participant hears every talk.
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Keynote Lectures
Invited keynote talks by senior researchers and experts, opening each day's themes.
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Invited Talks
Invited presentations from leading researchers sharing cutting-edge work and insights.
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Poster Session
Day 1 afternoon poster session for detailed one-on-one discussions of ongoing research work.
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Site Visit
Day 2 afternoon: guided tour of a local biogas plant and a Balinese mangrove forest.
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Welcome Dinner
Day 1 evening dinner with optional Balinese cultural performance — a setting for new collaborations.