International Conference on Electronic Spectroscopy and Structure

ICESS-16 - July 20th - July 25th, 2025 • Berkeley, California





Welcome to the premiere conference for

electronic spectroscopy and structure!

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The International Conference on Electronic Spectroscopy and Structure (ICESS) is a series of conferences that bring together leading experts in the field of electronic structure and spectroscopy.  ICESS aims to foster collaboration, present and discuss the latest advancements in the field, to provide a stimulating and convivial environment in world-class venues, and to provide a platform for young scientists to showcase their work.

Focus: The conferences cover a wide range of topics, including:

History: ICESS has a long and distinguished history, with previous conferences held in various locations around the world.

ICESS: a 54-year History

Asilomar, USA (1971)

Namur, Belgium (1974)

Melbourne, Australia (1978)

Honolulu, USA (1989)

Kiev, Ukraine (1992)

Rome, Italy (1995)

Chiba, Japan (1997)

Berkeley, USA (2000)

Uppsala, Sweden (2003)

Foz do Iguacu, Brazil (2006)

Nara, Japan (2009)

Saint Malo, France (2012)

Stony Brook, USA (2015)

Shanghai, China (2018)

Oulu, Finland (2023)

Berkeley, USA (2025)

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The Venue: Doubletree Hotel, Berkeley Marina

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