Young Talents Competition 2026

Shaping tomorrow's mobility - spotlight on your research

Are you a registered student or postdoctoral researcher in 2025, working on innovative solutions for sustainable mobility? Then apply now for the Young Talent Competition at the 23rd International Conference "Fuels of the Future" – Europe’s leading platform for renewable mobility.

The competition will take place during the conference from 19–20 January 2026 at CityCube Berlin and is aimed specifically at early-career researchers who want to present their work on renewable fuels and the mobility transition to an international expert audience in a practice-oriented format.


Why take part?

Gain visibility
Present your research at a renowned international conference – in front of experts from politics, industry, academia and associations.

Drive innovation
Contribute fresh perspectives to the debate on climate-friendly mobility and strengthen the role of biofuels in sustainable transport policies.

Expand your network
Connect with international decision-makers – as equals.

Advance your career
The winner will receive a 20-minute presentation slot in the main programme of the 2027 conference – with travel and accommodation expenses covered.


How it workd: Present your idea in 160 seconds

Impress the audience with your concept in Pecha Kucha format:
8 slides × 20 seconds – clear, concise, and compelling.
Whether in English or German – the stage is yours.

The audience will vote live for the most convincing presentation.


Who can apply?

You must be enrolled at a European university or conducting postdoctoral research in 2025.


Apply now and help shape renewable mobility!

Deadline for submissions: 12 December 2025
Please send your application to Susanne Büchner by email or via our speaker submission form.

Required documents:

  • Abstract of your work (max. 2,000 characters)
  • Short CV
  • Proof of enrolment or postdoc status (2025)

This competion is a clear signal of the next generation's innovative power.

The Fuels of the Future Conference actively promotes young talent, bridging scientific excellence with entrepreneurial and political practice – for a sustainable and economically viable mobility transition.

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