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May 22, 2026ISTEE Mid-Term Elections opening soon
The special mid-term election for the positions of Vice-President and members of the Auditing Committee will launch on June 1! Voting will remain open until July 31.
This election aims to fill vacancies for the second year of the current biennial term of our newly established society. The ISTEE Secretary has already informed members about the candidates and the practical procedures. Please refer to the official call for full details.
Why a Mid-Term Election?
As a newly founded society, some key roles are not yet fully staffed. This exceptional mid-term election will ensure that all essential functions are filled and fully operational for the remainder of the current term (September 2025 – June 2027).
Looking Ahead
In addition, preparations are already underway for the regular biennal elections. A call for candidates for the upcoming term (after the forthcoming ISTEE Conference) will be launched around mid June.
We strongly encourage all members to actively engage in the election process, both as voters and as candidates, and to contribute to shaping the future governance of ISTEE.
March 25, 2026Elections 2026: call for candidates
As the International Society of Trace Elements in the Environment (ISTEE) continues to establish its organizational structure, we are holding a special midâterm election to fill vacancies for the second year of the current biennial term. The ISTEE society calls its members for candidates for (1) Vice-president" (one position), and (2) member of the Auditing Committee (four positions).
September 25, 2025First ISTEE Conference will be in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Following up on the last joint ICOBTE-ICHMET conference in Busan, September 2025, the very first ISTEE conference will be held in September 2027 in Edmunton, Canada. Keep an eye on these pages, and on the newsletter for further information.
September 25, 2025ICOBTE & ICHMET conference in Busan marked the launch of ISTEE
The vibrant city of Busan, Republic of Korea, has hosted the final ICOBTE & ICHMET joint conference. This conference marked the beginning of a new society, the International Society of Trace Elements in the Environment, and the continuation of future conferences as the joint ISTEE Conference.