MedCLIVAR 2026 - The Mediterranean Climate: Variability, Change, and Regional Futures
The MedCLIVAR Network warmly invites you to participate in the 8th MedCLIVAR Conference, taking place from 21 to 25 September 2026. Organised by the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center (CARE-C) of the Cyprus Institute, the conference will be hosted in the vibrant coastal city of Limassol, Cyprus.
This biennial conference is the flagship gathering of the MedCLIVAR Network, bringing together the community to advance a truly multidisciplinary understanding of Mediterranean climate evolution. It will address atmospheric, marine, and terrestrial components across time scales ranging from paleo reconstructions to future climate projections. We welcome contributions exploring observational and modeling studies of Mediterranean climate variability and change, mechanisms triggering extreme weather and climate events, and their socio-environmental impacts. Studies addressing vulnerabilities, resilience, and adaptation responses across natural and human systems in Mediterranean contexts are highly encouraged.
We look forward to welcoming you to Limassol and to your active participation in a conference that will bring together climate experts from across the Mediterranean and beyond to exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and shape the future of Mediterranean climate research.
Invited Speakers
– Ronald A. Dye, Northwestern University
– Wayne Landsman, University of N. Carolina at Chapel Hill
– Mohan Venkatachalam, Duke University
– Joanna Wu, University of Rochester
Organizing Committee
– Eti Einhorn, Tel Aviv University, Israel
– Shai Levi, Tel Aviv University, Israel
– Dan Weiss, Tel Aviv University, Israel
– Andreas Charitou, University of Cyprus, Cyprus
– Irene Karamanou, University of Cyprus, Cyprus
Venue
Panos Solomonides Municipal Cultural Centre
The Panos Solomonides Municipal Cultural Centre is one of the city’s most important cultural venues, located in the heart of Limassol. The centre hosts a wide range of cultural, educational, and artistic events throughout the year, including conferences, lectures, exhibitions, performances, and community gatherings. With its modern facilities and versatile event spaces, it serves as a vibrant meeting point for creativity, dialogue, and cultural exchange, supporting both local and international initiatives. Named in honor of former mayor Panos Solomonidis, the centre reflects Limassol’s strong commitment to culture, arts, and community engagement.
Important Information
– Notification of decision: 15 February, 2026
– Registration fees:
o Early registration (until March 15, 2026): €450
o Late registration (from March 16, 2026): €550
o PhD student early registration (until March 15, 2026): €250
o PhD student late registration (from March 16, 2026): €300
o Accompanying persons may participate in social events for the additional fee of €165.
