Call for papers and posters

The theme of the World Salt Symposium 2027 is: “Salt for the Next Generation: Combining Innovation and Tradition” and the technical sessions will be grouped into four main categories. We welcome papers, in English, that explore innovative research, technological advancements, and emerging trends related to the salt industry - describing original research or practical case studies‎.

Submissions are welcome under the main topics listed below. The list of suggested topics below is not exhaustive, and we encourage contributions on any subject relevant to the global salt sector.

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1. Salt Production, Processing & Technology

  • Mining and evaporation technologies
  • Salt crystallisation and purification methods
  • Bittern utilisation and bromine extraction

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  • Equipment and process innovations (e.g. salt washing, titanium heating pipes)
  • Process optimisation and digitalisation
  • New developments in salt production and flame-retardant technologies

2. Environmental Sustainability & Climate Adaptation

  • Environmental responsibility and circular practices
  • Energy-saving and emission-reduction strategies in salt production
  • Climate change adaptation for sea and rock salt producers

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  • Salt caverns for energy storage
  • Salt batteries and recycling from desalination reject
  • Water quality and plankton studies in saltworks
  • Biodiversity and ecological impacts of salt extraction
  • Case studies on salt mine disasters and prevention
  • Energy transition and decarbonisation strategies

3. Health, Nutrition & Society

  • The role of salt in human nutrition
  • Iodised salt and public health
  • Salt reduction and reformulation policies in food products

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  • Salt use in livestock and agriculture
  • Effects of salt on the human body
  • Labelling of sea salt and consumer information
  • New scientific findings and communication strategies
  • Socioeconomic impact and employment in the salt industry

4. Culture, Innovation & the Future of Salt

  • Salt in culture, art, and history
  • Salt in regional and economic development
  • Technological innovation and digital transformation in the salt sector

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  • Economic and regulatory trends
  • The future of salt in sustainable energy and material innovation

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