TRACE 2026 brings together scientists from all corners of the Tree-ring research world, creating a vibrant hub for collaboration and knowledge exchange. The program features engaging sessions on climate reconstructions, research at the ecosystem, stand, and tree levels, urban tree monitoring, advances in dendro methods including dendrometers, as well as wood anatomy and wood chemistry, showcasing the latest discoveries and innovations across the tree-ring sciences.

The organizing committee is looking forward to cordially welcoming you to Rome!

The abstract submission deadline has been extended to 31 January 2026.

Session topics: 

1. Dendroclimatology: Reconstructing past climates
2. Dendroarchaeology and historical wood studies
3. Dendroecology: Forest ecosystem dynamics, physiology, and functional ecology
4. Methodological advances in tree-ring science
5. Wood anatomy and ring formation
6. Dendrochemistry and urban tree monitoring

Program at a glance:

• Monday, May 25th, 2026 – Workshops
• Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 – Workshops and Icebreaker
• Wednesday, May 27th to Friday, May 29th, 2026 – Conference
• Wednesday, May 27th – TRACE Annual Meeting
• Thursday, May 28th, 2026 – In-Conference Excursion, and Conference Dinner
• Saturday, May 30th, 2026 – Excursion
  
  

Conference Key Dates

•  11 November 2025: First announcement & abstract submission opens
•  1 December 2025: Registration & Payment opens
•  15 January 2026: Submission deadline
•  15 February 2026: Acceptance decisions announced
•  28 February 2026: Registration and payment close
•  25–30 May 2026: Main conference