Europhysics Conference

The Nuclear Physics in Astrophysics XII (NPA-XII) conference brings together scientists working in nuclear astrophysics, including laboratory experiments, theoretical nuclear physics, astronomy, and astrophysics. NPA-XII is part of a series of conferences taking place every two years, under the auspices of the Nuclear Physics Division of the European Physical Society. NPA-XII takes place from 7 - 11 September 2026 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The conference will be preceded by a scientific school, the NPA-XII school, in the week of 31 August - 4 September.

This conference will bring together leading scientists at the forefront of exploring how energy and information shape living systems. Over recent years, their work has illuminated fundamental constraints of life, from molecular machines to cells, neural networks, and developmental processes. Sessions will highlight cutting-edge topics including noise and information processing, information–energy conversion, and entropy production across biological scales. Alongside invited lectures, the program features contributed talks and extensive poster sessions designed to foster lively discussion and collaboration. Special emphasis will be placed on interaction between young researchers and established leaders, ensuring a dynamic and inspiring forum that connects ideas, disciplines, and generations.