The European Geothermal PhD Days 2026 brought together a vibrant community of PhD researchers, academics, and industry professionals for several days of knowledge exchange, discussion, and collaboration. The conference highlighted the quality and diversity of current geothermal research, while also creating valuable opportunities for networking and connection. We are grateful to all participants, speakers, sponsors, and supporters who contributed to making this event such a success.

We are also proud to recognize the winners of the poster and presentation awards for their outstanding work and scientific contribution.

🏆 Oral Presentation Awards
🥇 First Place – Nikolaus Petschacher
🥈 Second Place – Evelina Dallara
🥉 Third Place – Francesca Godono

🖼 Poster Awards
🥇 First Place – Saghar Sarshar 
🥈 Second Place – Nora Medgyesi
🥉 Third Place – Bernard Asare Owusu

We would like to sincerely thank our evaluators — Helen Robinson, Keita Yoshioka, Marlène Villeneuve, Eva Caspari, Clemens Langbauer and Mohammad khasheei for their dedication and commitment to evaluating the posters and presentations, ensuring a fair and high-quality selection process.

Finally, a huge thank you to the organising team