Dairy Academy: Summer School 2026

Summer School 2026
Aarhus University, Denmark

Join us for a week of interactive learning in the future of dairy from June 22-26th!

This year’s theme focuses on how digitalisation is shaping every stage of the dairy value chain—from primary production to consumer engagement.

Programme Includes:

Digital solutions in primary production

Future processing technologies and digital twins

Big data and AI for food safety

Machine learning and data science applications

Digital tools for consumer behavior

What to Expect:

Expert lectures on digital tools and applications in dairy
Industry insights from leading companies
Interactive workshops and case studies
Excursion to industrial and research facilities within Denmark
Networking with peers and professionals across Europe

Who Can Join & Registration Fee

This school is for:

Early-career researchers and dairy professionals (typically MSc students, PhD candidates, postdocs, or others within 5 years of their latest degree, excluding parental leave and career breaks).

Attendance Fee

The 2026 attendance fee will be covered by the European Excellence in Dairy Learning project, grant number 101055548, however students who attend the Summer school are responsible for all additional costs, e.g., travel, accommodation and subsistence.  

Registration

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

Step 1: Complete the Summer School 2026 Application Form, which includes a motivation statement (500 characters)

Step 2: To finalise your application, you will need to complete and return the Supervisor Approval Form to DSS2026@food.au.dk This must be signed by your immediate supervisor, acknowledging that you can cover your own travel fees and accommodation.

You can find a copy of the approval form by clicking here

If you have any questions, please reach out to us via email DSS2026@food.au.dk.

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Early Career Researcher flash (10 minute) presentations

The 2026 Dairy Science and Technology Symposium would like to invite you to share your research with an international audience.

We have several 10 min presentations open for application to early-career researchers and dairy professionals (typically MSc students, PhD candidates, postdocs, or others within 5 years of their latest degree, excluding parental leave and career breaks).

Summer school applicants are invited to apply for one of these presentation opportunities.

If you would like to apply, please complete the Abstract Submission form in advance of the April 10th 2026 deadline.