FORUM ACUSTICUM 2026 - GRAZ, AUSTRIA
The next Forum Acusticum 2026 will take place from 6–12 September 2026 in Graz, Austria. The conference will be held at Stadthalle Graz | Messe Congress Graz, a centrally located modern venue with generous exhibition and poster areas, facilities for parallel and plenary sessions, and excellent public-transport connections.
Key updates
Programme
A draft of the progam is now available here.
Plenary Lectures
The plenary lectures for Forum Acusticum 2026 have been announced and can be consulted here.
The confirmed speakers are:
- Janina Fels – Interactive Virtual Reality for Hearing Research: Opportunities, Limitations, and New Insights
- Louena Shtrepi – title to be announced
- Jean-Philippe Groby – Perfect absorption of audible sound and optimal design of absorbers
- Piotr Majdak – title to be announced
Submissions and guidelines
Author guidelines for submission and publication are available here.
Submission types & review (summary):
- Full peer-reviewed papers: Submitted manuscripts (4–6 pages) are reviewed by two anonymous reviewers. Accepted and revised papers will be published in the Proceedings of Forum Acusticum 2026.
- Abstract/title submissions (non-peer-reviewed): Topic Chairs assess suitability. Accepted abstracts will be included in the conference programme; authors may later submit a final manuscript for inclusion in Documenta of Forum Acusticum 2026.
- Submission fee covers up to two papers (4–6 pages each); additional papers incur an extra fee.
EAA Travel Grants and Best Student Paper Award
Information on EAA Travel Grants and the Best Student Paper Award (sponsored by Head Genuit Foundation) is available here.
EAA Summer School
The EAA Summer School will take place from Saturday, 5 September to Monday, 7 September 2026, preceding the Forum Acusticum conference, at the facilities of Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) and the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz (KUG), Campus Inffeldgasse.
The Summer School is chaired by Katharina Groß-Vogt and Matthias Frank (KUG) and Manfred Kaltenbacher (TU Graz).
It consists of several course topics running in parallel and with the same duration. Participants should therefore register for one topic only, according to their interests.
Full details, including course topics and the preliminary schedule are available here.
Exhibition and sponsorship
Opportunities for exhibitors and sponsors remain open. The venue provides large exhibition halls and poster areas suitable for demonstrations and enhanced visibility. The information for sponsors is available here.
Practical information
Updated information on the venue, the city, travel, and accommodation is now available on the conference website.
Important dates (final)
- Full-paper submission (peer review): 31 March 2026
- Abstract/title submission: 30 April 2026
- Notification of review results: 15 May 2026
- Final paper deadline: 15 June 2026
More information is available on the conference website: forum-acusticum.org/fa2026
EAA Endorsed Events
The EAA is proud to endorse a range of outstanding upcoming events in the field of acoustics. These conferences provide excellent opportunities for knowledge exchange, networking, and exploring cutting-edge advancements across diverse acoustical topics.
BNAM 2026: Baltic-Nordic Acoustic Meeting
BNAM 2026 will take place in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 4 to 6 May 2026. Organized by the Nordic Acoustic Association, this biennial event brings together professionals, researchers, and students from across the Baltic and Nordic regions to share knowledge and discuss recent developments in acoustics.
The conference covers a broad range of acoustics topics and provides a platform for presenting research, exchanging ideas, and strengthening collaboration within the community.
Registration
Registration remains open under the late registration phase. Interested participants can still register and attend the conference.
Keynote speakers:
- Helge Rask-Andersen – Re-building inner ear hair cells and why crocodiles hear so well
- Peter Svensson – Room-acoustic modeling meets Occam’s razor
- Ana Širović – Sounds of the Ocean: understanding marine life and its interaction with sound
A preliminary program is available, and further updates will continue to be published on the official website: www.bnam2026.org
Practical information about travelling to Gothenburg and the city itself is available here: https://bnam2026.org/practical-information/
ICSV32 - 32nd INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON SOUND AND VIBRATION
The European Acoustics Association is pleased to endorse ICSV32 – the 32nd International Congress on Sound and Vibration, taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 5 to 10 July 2026.
ICSV32 will bring together the international acoustics and vibration community for a comprehensive scientific and professional programme, combining high-level technical exchange with rich cultural experiences.
The congress program includes:
- Technical sessions and poster presentations
- Plenary lectures aligned with the congress theme “Acoustics from Heritage Sites to Future Cities”
- The Acoustics and Vibration Academy, dedicated to advanced learning and professional development
- Industrial exhibitions showcasing state-of-the-art innovations
- Technical visits, cultural activities and social events
- Special initiatives, including a Metamaterials Hackathon, auralisation listening booths, and movie screenings
Registration
Registration remains open under the late registration phase. Interested participants can still register and attend the conference.
Important dates
- Abstract submission: now closed
- Full-length paper submission (peer reviewed): now closed
- Full-length paper submission (non-peer reviewed): 20 April 2026
- Notification of acceptance of full-length papers: 30 April 2026
Keynote speakers
- Jens Holger Rindel – Acoustics of ancient theatres
- Zühre Sü Gül – The Sound of Heritage: Insights from Anatolian Sacred and Social Spaces
- Carl Hopkins – Sound insulation in buildings: Missing links between laboratory measurements, prediction models and the actual building
- Dorte Hammershøi – Hearing Health and Hearing Rehabilitation – a cross-field of technologies
- Antonio José Torija Martínez – Projections for Future Soundscapes: Challenges and Opportunities in the Era of Drones and Net-Zero Transition
- Gianluca Memoli – Metamaterials In Action
- Shaopu Yang – Data-Model Hybrid-Driven Prognostics and Health Management for Axlebox Bearings of High-Speed Trains
The conference program is available online.
Further information is available on the official conference website: www.icsv32.org
Summer School: Room Acoustics and Neuromarketing
A Summer School on Room Acoustics and Neuromarketing will take place from the afternoon of 16 July to the morning of 20 July 2026 in Lari, Pisa, Italy.
The program focuses on the intersection between room acoustics and neuromarketing, bringing together scholars with expertise in both fields. Through dialogue and discussion, participants will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge across disciplines, with the aim of fostering interdisciplinarity and supporting the development of new professional profiles.
The Summer School includes two practical sessions, dedicated to:
- sound design for advertisement
- advanced measurements in room acoustics
Participants will also be encouraged to present their own research projects, receiving feedback from the invited scholars.
Further information will be made available soon.
Acoustics 2026: 72nd Open Seminar on the Acoustics united with 39th Seminar on Hydroacoustics
The Acoustics 2026 conference will take place from 14 to 18 September 2026 in Krynica Morska, Poland, at Hotel Continental Aqua & Spa.
This joint event combines the 72nd Open Seminar on Acoustics (OSA 2026) and the 39th Symposium on Hydroacoustics (SHA 2026), and will be the largest gathering of acousticians and hydroacousticians in Poland. It offers a valuable opportunity to present research results and exchange knowledge and experience across a wide range of topics.
The conference is organized by the Polish Acoustical Society (Gdańsk Division), the Institute of Oceanology of the Polish Academy of Sciences, and the Committee on Acoustics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, with support from Gdańsk University of Technology and the University of Gdańsk.
Conference topics
OSA topics include:
Biomedical acoustics, building acoustics, physical acoustics, speech acoustics, musical acoustics, environmental acoustics, technical acoustics, interior acoustics, acoustic surface waves, materials testing, electroacoustics, hearing prosthetics, psychoacoustics, ultrasounds, noise control, and vibroacoustics.
SHA topics include:
Sound propagation in the sea (measurements and modelling), acoustic and satellite sensing of marine habitats, fisheries acoustics, sea bottom acoustics and habitat mapping, hydrography, hydroacoustic measurement systems, sonar performance, underwater communications and safety, signal and data processing, machine learning in underwater acoustics, ambient noise, pile-driving noise and vibration, nonlinear hydroacoustics, and underwater bioacoustics.
All submitted articles will be peer-reviewed.
Key dates
- Early registration (reduced fee): before 13 June 2026
- End of registration & abstract submission: 3 July 2026
- Abstract acceptance: 10 July 2026
- Paper submission for the Marek Kwiek Award competition: 10 July 2026
More information
Further details are available on the official website.
SAPEM 2026 – 8th Symposium on the Acoustics of Poro-Elastic Materials
The 8th Symposium on the Acoustics of Poro-Elastic Materials (SAPEM 2026) will take place from 16 to 20 November 2026 at Université Gustave Eiffel, in Marne-la-Vallée (Greater Paris), France.
Since 2005, SAPEM has been a key international forum bringing together researchers, students and professionals working on acoustic porous and poro-elastic materials, providing a platform to share advances, exchange ideas and discuss future challenges in the field.
Topics include (but are not limited to):
- Sustainable development goals
- Characterization (micro & macro), modelling and computational methods
- Materials with flow
- Structure–property–manufacturing relationships (bio-inspired, architected, sustainable, multi-physics)
- Meta-materials and meta-structures (negative response, couplings, non-reciprocal effects, sorption)
The program will feature keynote lectures, contributed oral presentations, poster sessions, panel discussions, and social events, fostering scientific exchange and community interaction.
Keynote speakers
- Gwennaël Gabard – Aeroacoustics: flow in porous or vice versa
- Olivier Dazel – Numerical techniques for poro-elastic media or multi-layer systems
- Rodolfo Venegas – Thermo-aero-acoustics of poro-elastic media
- Philippe Coussot – NMR relaxometry for characterizing structure, phase changes and water transport in multi-scale biobased porous systems
- Wiebke Drenckhan & Aurélie Hourlier-Fargette – Guiding self-assembly of bubbles to control foam structures
- Sandrine Marceau – Durability of Bio-Based Construction Materials: Key Challenges, Evaluation Methods and Long-Term Performance
- Michael Haberman – State of the art and future of meta-materials
- Claude Boutin – Vibroacoustics of mechanical systems: Homogenisation and experiments
- Franck Sgard – Challenges for hearing protection: comfort, vibro-acoustic models, measurements and innovative materials
- Michel Bornert – Imaging techniques: X-ray for in-situ characterisation
- Raymond Panneton – Methods for characterizing acoustic materials (at macro- and micro- scales)
- Eric Brandao – From standing waves to to complex model-based inference: the evolution of in situ and free-field characterization of porous materials
- Mathieu Gontier – title to be announced
Important dates
- Abstract submission deadline: 15 May 2026
- Early registration deadline: 15 July 2026
Further information, including submission guidelines and programme updates, will be made available on the official SAPEM 2026 website.
ICTCA 2027 – 17th International Conference on Theoretical and Computational Acoustics
ICTCA 2027 will take place from 30 August to 2 September 2027 in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.
ICTCA 2027 brings together the international community working in theoretical and computational acoustics for four days of science, discussion, and networking, providing a forum to exchange ideas and present the latest advances in the field.
The scientific programme will include:
- Plenary lectures
- Structured sessions and mini-symposia
- Poster sessions
- Social activities, fostering interaction and collaboration
The conference is organised by CITMAga – Galician Centre for Mathematical Research and Technology, and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across computational acoustics, applied mathematics, computer science, and virtual acoustics. The event is held in cooperation with the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela, the Universidade da Coruña, and the Sociedad Española de Acústica (SEA).
Set in a city known for its rich history, vibrant cultural life, and strong academic environment, ICTCA 2027 offers an inspiring setting for both professional exchange and exploration.
Important dates: to be announced
Further information will be made available on the official conference website.
EAA SEED FUNDS
Call Open (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
The call for the EAA Seed Funds 2026 is now open, with applications accepted until 15 May 2026.
The EAA Seed Funds program supports innovative, collaborative and co-creative research projects in acoustics across EAA member countries. It is particularly aimed at Early-Stage Researchers, encouraging them to take on the role of Principal Investigator and to develop new research collaborations within the EAA network and beyond.
Projects may focus on activities such as pilot studies, proof-of-concept developments, software or device creation, workshops, or dissemination initiatives, with the goal of enabling follow-up applications to major funding schemes (e.g. Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, or national programmes).
Key features
- Funding of up to €10,000 per project
- Open to post-doctoral researchers (up to 10 years after PhD, without tenure track)
- Requires collaboration between at least two EAA member countries
- Encourages multidisciplinary approaches and engagement with industry and stakeholders
- Project duration: 6–15 months
Key dates
- Call opening: 1 March 2026
- Application deadline: 15 May 2026
- Results notification: 15 July 2026
Applications must include the required documentation (application form, budget, and supporting letters) and be submitted by email.
More information
Full details, eligibility criteria, and application documents are available here.
EAA WOMEN+
The European Acoustics Association has launched the Women+ initiative, aimed at promoting inclusion and equal opportunities in acoustics.
Women+ recognises that attracting and retaining women and underrepresented groups in acoustics requires concrete and sustained action across education and professional careers. The initiative is open to all, welcoming participation from across the acoustics community.
Its activities focus on:
- promoting inclusive practices in hiring, competitions, and career progression
- providing mentoring and networking opportunities
- increasing the visibility and recognition of contributions from underrepresented groups
- encouraging research on diversity and gender-related aspects in acoustics
A range of activities will be progressively launched from 2026, including:
- structured sessions at EAA conferences
- mentoring and networking events
- data collection on diversity in acoustics
- exchange of best practices among National Societies
A first informal gathering is planned during Forum Acusticum 2026, aiming to kick-start the group’s activities and exchange ideas on future directions and initiatives. More details will be shared soon.
Get involved.
Acta Acustica: One Year of Diamond Open Access – Impact, Reach and the Way Forward
After one year operating under a Diamond Open Access (DOA) model, Acta Acustica presents a consolidated overview of the results achieved, highlighting the journal’s growing scientific reach, increased visibility, and strengthened commitment to equitable Open Science.
The transition to DOA has enabled Acta Acustica to remove financial barriers for authors and readers alike, while maintaining high editorial standards and reinforcing its role as a truly community-driven journal in acoustics.
Growing institutional support for Diamond Open Access
At the launch of the Diamond Open Access model, four institutions were supporting Acta Acustica. One year later, this number has grown to seven, reflecting increasing confidence in the journal’s Open Access approach and long-term vision.
This growing base of institutional support illustrates a shared commitment to sustaining a high-quality, APC-free scientific journal serving the international acoustics community.
Increased diversity of submissions and authorship
One of the most visible impacts of Diamond Open Access has been the significant increase in geographical diversity among authors.
During its first year in DOA, Acta Acustica attracted submissions from 41 countries, including six countries from the Research4Life programme, representing almost double the diversity observed during the previous three years.
This broader participation confirms the role of Diamond Open Access in enabling researchers from underrepresented regions to contribute more easily to international scientific publishing.
Global reach, visibility and next steps
The distribution of published articles in 2025 reflects a balanced global profile, with strong contributions from Europe, Asia and other regions worldwide. Publication volumes have remained stable throughout the year, confirming the robustness of the journal under the Diamond Open Access model.
Since January 2025, article downloads have increased by 65% compared to 2024, already matching the growth observed between 2023 and 2024. This sustained rise in readership highlights the positive impact of unrestricted access on the visibility and dissemination of acoustics research.
To support this transition, Acta Acustica has improved its communication tools and online presence. The website was restructured to provide clearer information on Diamond Open Access, acknowledge institutional supporters more comprehensively, and present progress in a transparent and accessible way. An infographic leaflet summarising key results was also introduced to support outreach activities.
Further details, figures and updates on Acta Acustica’s Diamond Open Access journey are available on the journal’s website.
Researchers are invited to take advantage of this opportunity to share their work with a growing, engaged audience. Check how to submit your paper to Acta Acustica here.
Discover the EAA Technical Committees
The EAA Technical Committees (TCs) are the scientific engine of the European Acoustics Association. Each TC brings together researchers, professionals, and students working within a specific field of acoustics, creating active communities where knowledge is shared and new ideas take shape.
The EAA Technical Committees are:
- Computational Acoustics
- Musical Acoustics
- Noise
- Psychological and Physiological Acoustics (PPA)
- Room & Building Acoustics
- Audio Signal Processing
- Ultrasounds
- Acoustic Materials
- Education
- Underwater Acoustics
The TCs play a central role in the scientific life of the EAA.
They organise sessions at EAA conferences, contribute to the EAA Summer Schools, launch studies and initiatives within their domain, prepare strategy documents and state-of-the-art reviews, and propose special issues for Acta Acustica. Many of the EAA’s activities and scientific outputs originate directly from the work of the TCs.
Joining a Technical Committee means becoming part of a collaborative European network. It is an opportunity to exchange ideas, meet colleagues across Europe, contribute expertise, and take an active role in shaping the future of acoustics. TCs are open to motivated members at all career stages, from early-career researchers to established specialists.
Membership is simple: each TC page on the EAA website includes a description, recent activities, and the contact details of the Chairs, who welcome expressions of interest.
Explore all Technical Committees here: https://euracoustics.org/technical-committees/
Find your community!
Discover DAEL – The European Acoustics Association’s Open-Access Portal
The European Acoustics Association offers DAEL – Documenta Acustica Electronica, a central platform to find, share, and preserve acoustics knowledge. Designed for professionals, researchers, and students, DAEL provides open-access resources across all areas of acoustics.
Benefits of registering for DAEL:
- Members of EAA National Societies can enjoy unlimited daily downloads.
- Non-members can still access DAEL with a daily download limit.
Key features of DAEL:
- Browse journals, conference proceedings, theses, reports, tutorials, data, and more.
- Submit your own work, including papers, theses, and reports, to share with the global acoustics community.
- Access automatic English translations of documents in any European language.
DAEL aims to build the largest multilingual acoustics library in Europe, supporting knowledge sharing and visibility across the community.
Register for free and start exploring: DAEL
Acta Acustica united with Acustica articles are now on DAEL
All issues of "Acta Acustica" and "Acta Acustica united with Acustica" (1951-2019) are now freely accessible in "open access" format in "Documenta Acustica Electronica Library" (DAEL). No need for sign-in.
https://dael.euracoustics.org/
EAA Event Endorsement
The European Acoustics Association (EAA) endorses events that meet its rigorous standards in the field of acoustics. This recognition is extended to National Conferences and thematic gatherings focusing on acoustics, adding value and credibility to these initiatives.
Organizers seeking EAA endorsement should submit an application to the EAA Board, ensuring it reaches us at least six (6) months before the scheduled event date. The application should provide comprehensive details, including the venue, scope, expected number of participants, and a clear articulation of the European added value. If the event is not organized by a National Society, approval from the corresponding Society where the event will be hosted is mandatory.
Following the submission, the EAA Board commits to providing a decision within 30 days. Successful endorsements will be featured in the EAA Newsletter, on the official EAA website, and periodically on the EAA Social Media channels. It's important to note that endorsed events while enjoying heightened visibility, do not entail administrative or financial support from the EAA.
This initiative underscores the EAA's commitment to fostering excellence in the realm of acoustics and providing a distinguished platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration. To explore the endorsement process and submit your event for consideration, please access the application form on our website.
EAA Book Reviews
In our commitment to promote outstanding contributions to the field of acoustics, the European Acoustics Association (EAA) encourages authors seeking insightful reviews of their acoustic literature to connect with us through our dedicated email: eaa@euracoustics.org.
To request a book review, authors can simply send an email expressing their interest and providing necessary details about their publication. The EAA will then diligently match the book with a qualified reviewer, ensuring a comprehensive and constructive analysis.
Once the review process is complete, both the book and its review will be featured on the EAA webpage news section. Additionally, we will share this announcement across our official social media channels, amplifying the visibility of your work within the global acoustics community.
Connect with EAA Across Platforms
Join the European Acoustics Association (EAA) on our social media platforms. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Bluesky to access a wealth of information, including event updates, news highlights, and more.
Be the first to know about upcoming events, noteworthy publications, and engaging discussions. Join us in fostering a dynamic online community dedicated to the science of acoustics.
Recent Publications in Acta Acustica
- Perceptual effects of modified late reverberation and reverberation time in auditory augmented reality in two rooms (Christian Schneiderwind, Enzo De Sena and Annika Neidhardt - Published online: March 17, 2026)
- Comparison between android applications and Class-I sound level meters in SPL measurement performance (Shwetha Sasindran, Nambukalithoppil Devanand, Chelakkara Lakshmanan Srinivas and Rittik Deb - Published online: March 11, 2026)
- Road noise in Europe: The case for transparent and standardised data presentation (Patricia Redondo Martinez and Eoin A. King - Published online: March 6, 2026)
- Evaluation of elevated hearing thresholds produced by models for the simulation of cochlear hearing loss (Thomas Deutsch, Luigi Falanga, Klaus Willmes, Iring Koch and Janina Fels - Published online: March 6, 2026)
- Origin and early activities in acoustics at the Technical University of Denmark (Jens Holger Rindel and Claus Møller Petersen - Published online: March 6, 2026)
- Passive acoustic detection and localization of drones using MEMS microphones and machine learning (Zakaria Ghouli - Published online: March 6, 2026)
- A blind binaural real-time model for listening effort evaluated using continuous subjective listening effort rating (Martin Berdau, Daniel-José Alcala Padilla, Thomas Brand, Christian Rollwage and Jan Rennies - Published online: February 25, 2026)
- Enhanced microparticle manipulation and acoustic levitation using dual-array phased ultrasonic tweezers with advanced field control (Abdulatef Al-Hajj, Jiacheng Zhou, Bo Zhang, Yinfang Qin and Jingya Xu - Published online: February 25, 2026)
- A visco-thermal model for a novel type of electrostatic micromachined in-plane ultrasound transducer (Jorge M. Monsalve and Hermann A. G. Schenk - Published online: February 19, 2026)
- Level-dependent hearing protectors can switch the perception of sound direction (Sina Buchholz, Jan Rennies and Steven van de Par - Published online: February 18, 2026)
- Heard-text recall and listening effort under irrelevant speech and pseudo-speech in virtual reality (Cosima A. Ermert, Sabine J. Schlittmeier, Andrea Bönsch, Torsten W. Kuhlen and Janina Fels - Published online: February 17, 2026)
- Effects of the sheared flow velocity profile on impedance eduction in a 2D duct (Lucas Araujo Bonomo, Edward James Brambley and Julio Apolinário Cordioli - Published online: February 13, 2026)
- How elevated sources can cause local increases of sound pressure levels in the upwind domain (Katharina Baumann, Sirine Gharbi, Hessel Juliust and Arthur Schady - Published online: February 13, 2026)
- Aeroacoustic whistling mechanisms in perforated pen caps (Yves Aurégan - Published online: February 6, 2026)
News from the Societies & Young Acousticians Network (YAN)
Featured News
Featured Events
- Baltic-Nordic Acoustic Meeting 2026 (4-6 May 2026, Gothenburg, Sweden)
- ICSV32 - International Congress on Sound and Vibration (July 5-10, 2026, Istanbul, , Türkiye)
- INTER-NOISE 2026 - 55th International Congress and Exposition on Noise Control Engineering (9-12 August 2026, Adelaide , Australia)
- FORUM ACUSTICUM 2026 (8 - 12 September 2026, Graz, Austria)
- Acoustics 2026: 72nd Open Seminar on the Acoustics united with 39th Seminar on Hydroacoustics (14-18 September 2026, Krynica Morska, Poland)
- Symposium on the Acoustics of Poro-Elastic Materials (16 - 20 Nov. 2026, Marne-la-Vallee, greater Paris, France)
- Acoustics ‘27 - Joint meeting of the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) and the European Acoustics Association (EAA), including the 2027 Congrès Français d’Acoustique (CFA) (21-25 June 2027, Brussels, Belgium)
- ICTCA 2027, 17th International Conference on Theoretical and Computational Acoustics (August 30 – September 2, 2027 – Santiago de Compostela, Spain)
Featured Job Offers
- Assistant Acoustic Consultant & Acoustic Consultant Level Roles (KP Acoustics, London, UK)
- PhD Position: Start-up Studentship: Towards More Accurate Numerical Solvers for Room Acoustics Modelling (King’s College, London, UK)
- PhD Student - Vibratory and vibro-acoustic behavior of lightweight metastructures with enhanced performance over a wide frequency range (École de technologie supérieure, Montreal, Canada in collaboration with Université de Sherbrooke, Canada)
- PhD position: Urban sound modelling for innovative air mobility perception studies (NLR Amsterdam / Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), The Netherlands)
- PhD studentship: Restorative Soundscapes in Botanical Gardens: Exploring the Role of Sound in Conservation and Community Well-being (UCL Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment, London, UK)
