The 3rd International Conference on Material Science and Technology 2026 is a premier international scientific event dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and collaboration in the dynamic field of materials science and engineering. Scheduled for July 09–10, 2026, in London, United Kingdom, the conference will bring together a diverse global community of researchers, academicians, scientists, engineers, industry professionals, and students. It offers a multidisciplinary platform to showcase and discuss the latest breakthroughs, emerging technologies, and practical applications across all areas of materials science.
Material Science 2026 offers a comprehensive platform featuring keynote lectures, plenary sessions, technical presentations, poster displays, and interactive panel discussions. The conference will explore cutting-edge topics including advanced and functional materials, nanotechnology, biomaterials, polymers, composites, energy and electronic materials, smart materials, and sustainable solutions. With a strong focus on bridging academia and industry, the event encourages collaboration that drives innovation and facilitates the translation of research into practical applications. Early-career researchers and students will have the opportunity to present their work, gain valuable feedback from experts, and expand their professional networks.
WHO CAN ATTEND:
- Polymer, composite, and metallurgical scientists
- Biomaterials, smart, and functional materials researchers
- Electronic, photonic, and magnetic materials experts
- Product developers and design engineers
- Undergraduate students in materials science
- Chemists and physicists in materials fields
- Advanced materials specialists
- Professionals from aerospace, automotive, electronics, and energy
- Data scientists and AI experts in materials
- Quality control and product specialists
VISA ASSISTANCE:
Longdom provides official documents to support your visa application for the International participants for a smooth travel process, including:
- Cover Letter or Invitation Letter
- Abstract Acceptance Letter
- Accommodation Letter (if booked)
PARTICIPATION BENEFITS:
- Engage with leading scientists, engineers, and researchers worldwide
- Present oral/poster sessions and publish abstracts in conference proceedings
- Network with delegates, industry leaders, exhibitors, sponsors, and innovators
- Showcase products, technologies, and innovations in exhibition spaces
- Learn from speakers and participate in interactive sessions
- Have abstracts published(speakers)
- Get participation/presentation certificates, conference materials, and exhibition access
SESSION AND TRACKS:
Track 1: Advanced & Functional Materials
Highlights cutting-edge research in the design, synthesis, processing, and application of advanced and functional materials with enhanced mechanical, electrical, thermal, magnetic, and optical properties. Emphasis is placed on how these materials enable innovation in industries such as electronics, aerospace, construction, healthcare, and defense. Discussions will address performance optimization, multifunctionality, durability, and scalability for real-world applications.
Key Topics: Multifunctional Materials | Advanced Ceramics | High-Entropy Materials | Meta-Materials | Functional Thin Films | Performance Enhancement | Durability Engineering | Extreme Environment Materials | Defense-Grade Materials | Advanced Structural Design
Track 2: Nanomaterials & Nanotechnology
Explores the science and engineering of materials at the nanoscale, where unique size-dependent properties unlock new functionalities. It covers synthesis, fabrication, characterization, and integration of nanomaterials into advanced technologies. Applications span electronics, medicine, energy systems, coatings, and environmental remediation, with a focus on scalability and safety.
Key Topics: Nanostructured Materials | Carbon Nanotubes | Graphene | Quantum Dots | Nanomedicine | Nanosensors | Nano-Enabled Devices | Nanotoxicology | Scalable Nanomanufacturing | 2D Materials
Track 3: Biomaterials & Biomedical Applications
Dedicated to materials designed for medical and healthcare use, this examines biocompatible and bioactive materials for implants, prosthetics, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. It emphasizes material–biological interactions, clinical performance, and translational research that bridges laboratory discoveries to patient care.
Key Topics: Bioactive Materials | Orthopedic Materials | Cardiovascular Implants | Wound Healing Materials | Biofabrication | Injectable Biomaterials | Personalized Medicine | Clinical Translation | Bioinspired Materials | Biomedical Devices
Track 4: Polymers & Polymer Engineering
Focuses on advances in polymer science, from molecular design to industrial-scale processing. It addresses functional polymers, smart and responsive materials, biopolymers, and high-performance plastics used across healthcare, electronics, packaging, and automotive sectors. Sustainability and recyclability are also key discussion points.
Key Topics: Polymer Chemistry | Smart Polymers | Biopolymers | Polymer Processing | Elastomers | Polymer Blends | Industrial Polymers
Track 5: Composite Materials & Hybrid Systems
Examines composite and hybrid materials that combine multiple constituents to achieve superior strength, stiffness, durability, and lightweight performance. Applications include aerospace, automotive, marine, and civil engineering, with discussions on fabrication methods, performance modeling, and lifecycle assessment.
Key Topics: Carbon Fiber Composites | Glass Fiber Composites | Ceramic Matrix Composites | Metal Matrix Composites | Damage Tolerance | Lightweight Engineering | Structural Health Monitoring | Composite Fabrication | Advanced Laminate Design
Track 6: Energy Materials & Storage Technologies
Focused on sustainable and renewable energy solutions, this explores materials for batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells, hydrogen storage, and energy harvesting systems. Emphasis is placed on improving efficiency, safety, lifespan, and cost-effectiveness to support global energy transition goals.
Key Topics: Solid-State Batteries | Lithium-Ion & Beyond | Energy Conversion Materials | Electrode Materials | Electrochemical Systems | Thermal Energy Storage | Grid-Scale Storage | Sustainable Energy Materials | Battery Recycling | Energy Efficiency
Track 7: Electronic, Optical & Photonic Materials
Covers materials that underpin modern electronic, optoelectronic, and photonic devices. Topics include semiconductors, photonic crystals, flexible electronics, sensors, and display technologies, with a focus on miniaturization, performance enhancement, and next-generation device integration.
Key Topics: Microelectronics Materials | Integrated Photonics | OLED Materials | Transparent Conductive Materials | Quantum Electronics | Wearable Electronics | Optical Sensors | Nano-Optics | High-Speed Electronics | Device Miniaturization
Track 8: Smart Materials & Intelligent Systems
Focuses on materials capable of responding to external stimuli such as temperature, stress, electric fields, light, or magnetic fields. These adaptive materials enable intelligent systems for healthcare, robotics, aerospace, and infrastructure monitoring.
Key Topics: Multifunctional Smart Systems | Embedded Sensors | Soft Robotics Materials | Mechatronic Materials | Autonomous Systems | Smart Infrastructure | Actuators | Intelligent Surfaces | Human–Machine Interfaces | Cyber-Physical Systems
Track 9: Sustainable & Green Materials
Emphasizes environmentally friendly materials and sustainable manufacturing processes aimed at reducing carbon footprint and environmental impact. It highlights renewable resources, recyclable materials, circular economy strategies, and lifecycle assessment for sustainable development.
Key Topics: Bio-Based Materials | Carbon-Neutral Materials | Low-Emission Manufacturing | Life Cycle Engineering | Waste-to-Resource Materials | Sustainable Composites | Environmental Regulations | Green Chemistry | Climate-Resilient Materials
Track 10: Computational Materials Science & Modeling
Explores simulation, modeling, and data-driven approaches for understanding, predicting, and designing material behavior. It includes multiscale modeling, machine learning, and AI-driven material discovery, accelerating innovation while reducing experimental costs.
Key Topics: Density Functional Theory | Molecular Dynamics | Materials Informatics | Digital Twins | High-Throughput Screening | Integrated Computational | Materials Engineering | Data in Materials | Algorithmic Design | Virtual Prototyping
Track 11: Surface Science & Coatings Technology
Focuses on surface modification, thin films, and coating technologies that enhance material performance, durability, wear resistance, and corrosion protection. Applications span aerospace, biomedical devices, electronics, and industrial machinery.
Key Topics: Functional Coatings | Nanocoatings | Biomedical Coatings | Thermal Barrier Coatings | Plasma Surface Treatments | Surface Functionalization | Adhesion Science | Wear Resistance | Surface Energy Analysis
Track 12: Structural Materials & Mechanical Behavior
Examines the mechanical performance of materials used in load-bearing and structural applications. Topics include deformation, fracture, fatigue, and failure analysis to ensure reliability, safety, and long-term performance in engineering systems.
Key Topics: Impact Resistance | Material Behavior | Structural Optimization | Failure Prediction | Load-Bearing Materials | Seismic Materials | Structural Durability | Engineering Standards | Safety-Critical Materials
Track 13: Materials Characterization & Analysis
Dedicated to advanced analytical techniques, this covers experimental methods for understanding material structure, composition, and properties across multiple length scales. It supports innovation by linking microstructure to performance.
Key Topics: Atomic Force Microscopy | In-Situ Characterization | Synchrotron Techniques | 3D Imaging | Phase Analysis | Microstructural Evaluation | Surface Analysis | Advanced Metrology | Multiscale Characterization
Track 14: Metallurgy & Alloy Development
Focuses on metal-based materials, alloy design, processing routes, and performance optimization. Emphasis is placed on lightweight alloys, high-temperature materials, and advanced metallurgical techniques for industrial and structural applications.
Key Topics: Alloy Design Strategies | Powder Metallurgy | Severe Plastic Deformation | Advanced Steel | Aluminum & Titanium Alloys | Corrosion Resistance | Casting & Forging | Sustainable Metallurgy | Metallurgical Modeling
Track 15: Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing Materials
Explores materials and processes used in additive manufacturing, highlighting innovations in metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Discussions include design for additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and industrial-scale production.
Key Topics: Metal AM | Polymer AM | Ceramic Printing | Binder Jetting | Laser Powder Bed Fusion | Process Qualification | Customized Manufacturing | AM Quality Assurance | Digital Manufacturing | Lightweight Design
Track 16: Industrial Materials & Manufacturing Technologies
Emphasizes materials used in large-scale industrial production and advanced manufacturing environments. It focuses on process optimization, quality control, automation, and smart manufacturing aligned with Industry 4.0 principles.
Key Topics: Smart Factories | Digital Manufacturing | Robotics in Manufacturing | Lean Manufacturing | Supply Chain Materials | Production Scalability | Process Automation | Industrial Sustainability | Manufacturing Analytics
Track 17: Materials for Aerospace, Automotive & Defense
Focuses on high-performance materials designed to operate under extreme conditions such as high temperature, pressure, and mechanical stress. Applications include aerospace structures, automotive lightweighting, and advanced defense systems.
Key Topics: Hypersonic Materials | Lightweight Armor | Crash-Resistant Materials | Structural Composites | Space-Grade Materials | Thermal Shock Resistance | Advanced Propulsion Materials | Military-Grade Materials | Reliability Materials
Track 18: Emerging Trends & Future Directions in Material Science
Addresses disruptive technologies, interdisciplinary research, and future roadmaps in material science. It highlights breakthrough discoveries, innovation strategies, and pathways for technology commercialization and global impact.
Key Topics: Quantum Materials | Biohybrid Materials | Neuromorphic Materials | Autonomous Material Systems | Materials for AI | Space Exploration Materials | Convergent Technologies | Global Innovation Trends | Future Manufacturing Paradigms
MARKET ANALYSIS REPORT:
The global materials science and technology market continues to expand rapidly, driven by innovation across advanced materials, nanotechnology, sustainable solutions, and AI-enabled discovery. In 2025, the advanced materials market was valued at approximately USD 118.34 billion and is projected to grow to USD 187.2 billion by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 5.9 % through the forecast period. Segments such as nanomaterials are forecasted to rise from around USD 19.45 billion in 2025 to USD 79.36 billion by 2034, achieving a strong CAGR of ~17 %, highlighting the accelerating adoption of nanoscale innovations in electronics, healthcare, and energy applications. At the same time, the sustainable materials market is poised to grow from roughly USD 375 billion in 2025 to over USD 1,078 billion by 2034 at a CAGR of ~12.4 %, reflecting intense demand for eco-friendly alternatives in construction, transportation, and consumer goods. Technology integration is reshaping how materials are discovered, characterized, and optimized, with sub-sectors like material informatics gaining significant traction. The global material informatics market is expected to escalate from an estimated USD 304.7 million in 2025 to around USD 1.9 billion by 2034, reflecting a CAGR exceeding 22 %, as computational techniques and AI become central to accelerating development cycles and reducing time-to-market for new materials. Parallel growth in related domains—such as the energy dense materials sector, projected to expand from USD 63 billion in 2024 to over USD 211 billion by 2034 and the biomaterials market, with volumes anticipated to more than double between 2024 and 2034, further emphasizes the multidisciplinary demand drivers shaping materials science’s future.