IUMRS-ICA2026 – International Conference on Materials Research

CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

Venue: ICC TAINAN, Tainan, Taiwan
Dates: October 31 – November 5, 2026
Official Website: https://iumrs-ica2026.conf.tw

IUMRS-ICA2026 is jointly organized by MRS-Taiwan and the International Union of Materials Research Societies (IUMRS), in collaboration with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National Cheng Kung University. 

The conference aims to bring together leading scientists, industrial innovators, and emerging researchers worldwide to share frontier advances and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.

SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

The program covers a broad range of topics in materials science, featuring 8 major forums and over 50 symposia, including:

1. Energy Materials 
2. Zero Carbon Emission Techniques 
3. Polymer/Soft Matter and Biomedical Materials 
4. Composite and Nano Materials / Materials Analysis 
5. Electronic (Dielectric, IC, Packaging, Magnetic, Optoelectronic, and Thermoelectric) and Optical Materials 
6. Ferrous and Non-ferrous Metal Materials 
7. Artificial Intelligence and Theoretical Computation 
8. Functional Ceramic Materials

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS

We are honored to welcome an outstanding lineup of speakers, including: 8 Plenary Speakers, 50+ Keynote Speakers, 300+ Invited Speakers

Confirmed Plenary Speakers:

• Prof. Young-Chang Joo (President, Materials Research Society)
• Prof. Christopher Schuh (Member, National Academy of Engineering)
• Prof. Harry Atwater (Member, National Academy of Engineering)
• Prof. R. Stanley Williams (Fellow, National Academy of Inventors)
• Dr. Chia-Hong Jan (Intel Senior Fellow)

We are committed to creating a high-impact and forward-looking platform for academic exchange, allowing attendees to engage directly with these international masters.

HIGHLIGHTS & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

In addition to the scientific sessions, the signature “Materials Knowledge Contest” will celebrate its 10th edition, providing a unique opportunity for young talents to engage and interact with leading scholars. 

A special excursion to Alishan will also be arranged on the final day, inviting participants to experience Taiwan’s remarkable natural landscape and local culture.

We would be truly honored by your participation and look forward to welcoming you to Tainan.