Past Events

ISMOS 10

SESSION TOPICS

MICROBIAL INDUCED CORROSION (MIC) IN THE ENERGY SECTOR
HYDROCARBON BIODEGRADATION
OIL AND GAS MICROBIOME, PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
ENERGY STORAGE AND TRANSITION
NEW METHODS FOR THE ENERGY SECTOR, MODELLING AND AI

Closing Workshop & Conference of COST Action CA20130 in Horsens, Denmark

Join us for the grand finale of Euro-MIC COST Action! Experience insightful company visit at Grundfos, engaging workshops and conference, and delightful social events. Enjoy a city walk, explore the industrial museum, and savor Danish cuisine at a local microbrewery. Cap off the event with a memorable conference dinner at “The Prison.”Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! The event is in hybrid format.

Target group:

Industry and academic professionals in the fields of corrosion, materials, chemistry, engineering, microbiology, and asset management. This includes everyone working to protect infrastructure from materials degradation. We particularly welcome students, regulators, and policymakers in these fields.

Abstract submission:

Submit your abstract via the registration page below.

The abstract submission deadline is August 1^st.

Notification on submitted abstract and potential reimbursement August 8^th.

Reimbursement:

Will be awarded based on activity level in the COST. Invitations are sent out to individual members.

Important dates:

Opening of registration and abstract submission: February 1^st.

Abstract submission deadline: August 1^st.

Notification on submitted abstract and potential reimbursement August 8^th.

Registration for F2F participation will close on August 18, 2025. Or when seats have filled up. We have limited seats on the Field Trip Day!

Registration and Program:

Euro-MIC COST Action – Closing Workshop & Conference | The Event

Kind regards,

LOC COST Action CA20130

https://www.tilmeld.dk/euro-miccostaction-closingworkshopconference/conference

Watch this space for more coming events!

EUROMIC Industry Course 2025

Topics covered in the EUROMIC Industry Course – Groningen, NL

What is MIC
Basics of microbiology, DefinitionsRole of microbes in corrosion, MIC Myths
Introduction to Corrosion
Corrosion management, MIC assessment
Industry standards on MIC
Basic CP protection theory
Cathodic protection interactions with microbiology
Field and lab studies with various CP protection levels and micro organisms
Theory and On-site sampling for external pipeline MIC
Analysis of external corrosion failure cases
Practical MMM training in rotation
Integration of microbiological data with other lines of evidence
Analysis and reporting of MIC testing
Work on several case studies

Joint Industry symposium Unseen Corrosion: Unveiling Hidden Threats and Innovating Monitoring Solutions

The deadline of this grant application is: 05/15/2025

Date: May 15-16, 2025
Venue: Norwegian Research Centre (NORCE), Hybrid Meeting

The symposium will bring together industry experts, academics, and researchers to discuss the latest advancements in corrosion and corrosion monitoring. The event will feature keynote speeches, invited talks, and interactive working group sessions. Highlights include a lab tour at DNV, presentations on marine and urban corrosion, how to use AI to foster effective corrosion prediction, and innovative solutions for corrosion mitigation. The symposium aims to foster collaboration and share insights on tackling corrosion challenges across various sectors.

Abstract submission for the following topics are OPEN!

SESSION 1: CORROSION AND CORROSION MONITORING

SESSION 2: MARINE CORROSION

SESSION 3: URBAN CORROSION

SESSION 4: SMART CORROSION AND BEYOND

Abstract submission HERE

https://www.norceresearch.no/en/events/unseen-corrosion

Questions? you can contact us at: bian@norceresearch.no

Budapest MIC Summer School

Target Group: Young researchers, students and industry
professionals interested in corrosion and material degradation in
aqueous systems, including MIC. Individuals with responsibility
for developing, implementing and executing corrosion
management activities, including corrosion and materials
engineers, microbiologists, production chemists, process
engineers, integrity managers, laboratory technicians and field
staff. Both asset operators, manufacturers, consultants,
academics and students will benefit from the latest updates in
this course. Field visits, tours and social activities are included.
32 seats first come first served.

More information available soon!

MIC STAND 2024

Preliminary Program Topics

Early detection of MIC for effective control: new advances in Diagnosis and Monitoring

MIC mitigation strategies towards eco-friendly and sustainable systems

Standardization: the lab-to-field transition

Industry insights: Technology and regulatory challenges

MIC-STAND hybrid meeting 2024, is hosted by the Faculdade de Ciências at the University of Lisboa in Portugal.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Lisboa, this hybrid meeting is prepared to be an encouraging exploration of challenges and breakthroughs in Microbially Influenced Corrosion (MIC) Mitigation. Our core mission is to foster dynamic discussions within the expansive MIC community, bringing together young researchers, high-level scientists, industry stakeholders, policymakers, and regulators.

Our inclusive approach emphasizes cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering an environment where the exchange of knowledge flourishes. The focal point of our discussions will span the entire spectrum of MIC Mitigation, covering Diagnosis, Monitoring, and Mitigation.

Beyond the exchange of ideas, this meeting aspires to be a catalyst for innovative, sustainable, and environmentally friendly strategies in the battle against MIC. Our goal is to translate these strategies into practical, real-world applications that make a tangible impact.

Corrosion management for the sustainability of assets in aqueous environments – with special focus on Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC)
Prague, Czech Republic

This training course is an excellent opportunity for graduate students and post-docs to further specialized training and network with other colleagues. It directly precedes the EUROCORR 2023 in Brussels, which gives an excellent possibility to attend both events!

(In Danish)

Kurset fokuserer på den nyeste viden inden for området og belyser de vigtigste risikofaktorer forbundet hermed. Derudover gennemgås de vigtigste forhold, man bør være opmærksom på for at reducere risikoen for korrosionsskader/materialenedbrydning og problemer med sygdomsfremkaldende bakterier. Der tages højde for nyeste lovgivning og forventninger til kommende lovændringer inden for området.

The course will cover basic corrosion management principles, basic MIC mechanisms, use of molecular microbiological methods (MMM) in diagnosing and managing MIC, selection of MIC mitigation methods, selection and interpretation of MIC monitoring methods, case studies demonstrating MIC diagnostic tools, failure analysis principles, MIC modelling and demonstrate applicable sampling techniques and equipment.

9TH INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY IN OIL SYSTEMS (ISMOS)

ISMOS is the largest event discussing microbiology and molecular biology in the oil and gas industry. This conference explores the application of emerging microbial and molecular tools to help resolve challenges faced by the industry.

Sessions:

Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) in the Energy Sector
Hydrocarbon Biodegradation
The oil and gas microbiome, Problems and Solutions
Energy Storage and transitioning
Monitoring, Control, Diagnostics and New Methods for the Energy Sector

Insights into Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) surveillance tools, threat assessment and mitigation – Industry Workshop & Training

The 3rd WG meeting in Plovdiv, Bulgaria will bring together Euro-MIC participants and sympathizers to exchange experience, ideas and update information on the development of the COST project.