22-23 September 2026
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the final General Meeting of the ACRYRED COST Action in Thessaloniki, Greece!
Hosted by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki under the auspices of the School of Chemistry, this two-day event will showcase overviews of activities through dedicated sessions led by each Working Group, as well as poster presentations from Early Career Researchers.
We look forward to a dynamic closure to this successful and productive COST Action!
Local Ogranizing Committee
Adamantini Paraskevopoulou, Professor (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Chemistry)
Maria Papageorgiou, Professor (International Hellenic University, Department of Food Science and Technology)
Kali Kotsiou, Assistant Professor (International Hellenic University, Department of Food Science and Technology)
Maria Kopsacheili, PhD Candidate (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Chemistry)
Sofia Keramari, MSc (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Chemistry)
Venue
The Meeting will take place at the Aristotle University’s Research Dissemination Center (KEDEA), located downtown, on Tritis Septemvriou Ave. at Aristotle University’s campus between the Student Club and the University Gymnasium. An important element of the architecture of the building is the characteristic red color. The meeting will take place in amphitheaters II & III, located on the Basement level (-1).
Internet Access
Wireless internet and eduroam are available in the AUTH Campus. More information will be given during the event.
To Reach the City/Venue
From Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia” to the center of the city
The airport “Makedonia” in Thessaloniki is located 14 km out of the city. A public bus service is available 24 hours a day from the airport to the city centre and the journey takes about 40 – 50 min. Tickets cost 2 € one-way and can be bought on the bus or deducted directly from your bankcard.
Non-stop service to and from the city centre:
- Bus Route No. 01X “KTEL – Airport”
- Bus Route No. 01N “KTEL – Airport” (Night Service)
For more information, please click below:
https://www.skg-airport.gr/en/flights–more/airport-information
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mdzfkkoysh7mqoEQ8
Taxis are also available at any time (25-30 €). A double fare is applicable between midnight and 05:00 am
Please, note that the metro currently does not connect the airport with the city center, but you can take the metro to reach KEDEA from various parts of the city by getting off at the “Panepistimio” station (https://www.thessmetro.gr/en/). If you prefer, you can also walk directly from your hotels (from 10 to 30-min walk) or take the local buses. The standard ticket for both the bus and the metro is 0.60 €.
The KEDEA building is connected with the following bus lines (https://oseth.com.gr/en/):
02K, 14A, 58 Bus Stop University of Macedonia
17, 24, 37 Bus Stop Fititiki Leschi
10, 31 Bus Stop Agia Foteini- University of Macedonia
27, 28, 83 TS Panepistimia
Accommodation
1. Hotel ABC www.hotelabc.gr
2. Egnatia Palace www.egnatiapalace.gr
3. City Hotel Thessaloniki https://www.cityhotel.gr/
4. Le Palace Hotel https://lepalace.gr/
Programme
Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Morning – Core Group Session
- Core Group Session
- Action Chair Opening
- Core Group Session and Approval of the MC Agenda
Afternoon – Management Committee Session
- Management Committee Session
- Action Status
- Budget Status
- WG Status and Summary of Activities
- Grant Status
- Communication Status
20:00 – Social Dinner
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
General Session
08:30–09:00 – Registration
09:00–09:15 – Introduction and Overview
09:15–09:45 – WG1 Activities and Outcomes
Summary and presentations from WG1 members/YRIs
09:45–10:30 – WG2 Activities and Outcomes
Summary and review of WG2 topic
Presentations from WG2 members/YRIs
10:30–11:00 – Coffee Break and Poster Session
11:00–11:45 – WG3 Activities and Outcomes
Summary and presentations from WG3 members/YRIs
Food Chemistry X Special Issue
11:45–12:15 – WG4 Activities and Outcomes
Summary and presentations from WG4 members/YRIs
12:15–13:00 – WG5 Activities and Outcomes
Summary and presentations from WG5 members/YRIs
Ring test, systematic review and survey
13:00–14:15 – Lunch Break and Poster Session
14:15–15:10 – Training School Presentations
15:10–15:40 – Mobility Grant Session
Summary and presentations from selected STSM recipients
15:40–16:15 – Acrylamide MLs Update
Discussion
16:15–16:45 – Coffee Break and Poster Session
16:45–17:30 – Vision for the Future
What happens post-ACRYRED + COST Innovators Grant (CIG) + Horizon
Discussion
17:30–17:40 – Guidelines on Reimbursement
17:40–18:00 – Closing Remarks and Gratitude
Please note: This is a draft programme and may be subject to change.
The meeting is now fully booked, and all invitations have been sent out. However, participants who are unable to attend in person will have the opportunity to join the meeting online.
We look forward to welcoming everyone to Thessaloniki, both in person and online!
