First Announcement
27th International Conference on Banach Algebras and Applications
We are pleased to announce the 27th International Conference on Banach Algebras and Applications, to be held at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, from 14 to 18 December 2026.
Since the inaugural event in Los Angeles in 1974, the conference has brought together researchers from around the world to present recent advances in Banach algebras, operator algebras, harmonic analysis, operator theory, and related areas. The 2026 meeting marks the first occasion on which this conference series will be hosted in Africa.
The scientific programme will feature plenary lectures by internationally renowned experts, contributed talks, and opportunities for discussion and collaboration.
Confirmed Plenary Speakers
International Speakers:
- Osamu Hatori (Niigata University, Japan)
- Niels Laustsen (Lancaster University, United Kingdom)
- Martin Mathieu (Queen’s University Belfast, United Kingdom)
- Antonio Peralta (University of Granada, Spain)
- Nico Spronk (University of Waterloo, Canada)
- Snežana Živković-Zlatanović (University of Niš, Serbia)
South African Speakers:
- Rudi Brits (University of Johannesburg)
- Sanne ter Horst (North-West University)
- Sonja Mouton (Stellenbosch University)
Important Dates
- Registration opens: 27 July 2026
- Abstract submission opens: 27 July 2026
- Deadline for registration and payment: 30 September 2026
- Deadline for abstract submission: 30 September 2026
Researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and postgraduate students working in Banach algebras, operator algebras, harmonic analysis, operator theory, and related areas are warmly invited to participate.
Further information, including registration, accommodation, and updates, is available on the conference website:
https://sites.google.com/view/banach-algebras-2026/home
Any queries may be directed to Francois Schulz at francoiss@uj.ac.za.
We look forward to welcoming you to Stellenbosch in December 2026.
Organizing Committee
Ronalda Benjamin – University of Johannesburg
Rudi Brits – University of Johannesburg
Muhammad Hassen – University of Johannesburg
Sonja Mouton – Stellenbosch University
Nicholas Sander – Stellenbosch University
Francois Schulz – University of Johannesburg