The 30th International Liquid Crystal Conference (ILCC 2026)
We have the pleasure to invite you to attend the 30th ILCC that will take place in Québec City from June 21st to June 26th, 2026.
****NOW AT UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL.**** Learn more about the venue here.
Official Host – “International Liquid Crystal Society” Event at Université Laval.

Québec City is the only fortified city in North America and the oldest city on the continent north of the Mexican border. Founded in 1608, the city is famous for its European character and magnificent landscapes, which make it a highly valued and internationally recognized tourist destination. Québec City also proudly appears on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
The local, program and advisory committees are working to prepare an exciting and outstanding conference.
Five plenary speakers have confirmed their presence:
- Helen Gleeson, Cavendish professor of Physics at the University of Leeds (Biography)
- Jan Lagerwall, professor in physics at University of Luxembourg (Biography)
- Rae Robertson-Anderson, professor of Physics and Biophysics at the University of San Diego (Biography)
- Ivan I. Smalyukh, professor at the Department of Physics, University of Colorado at Boulder (Biography)
- Dong Ki Yoon, professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)(Biography)
We look forward to welcome you for your next conference in the beautiful city of Quebec!
Tigran Galstian - Conference Chair, and the Organizing Committee