Conferences
Upcoming MDPI Conferences (3)
Barcelona, Spain
Dear Researchers,
We cordially invite you to attend Nanomaterials 2026: Innovations and Future Perspectives, an in-person event organized by MDPI’s Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991, Impact Factor 4.3, CiteScore 8.5, Indexed in PubMed), which will be held at the Barcelona School of Management, Barcelona, Spain, from 16 to 18 March 2026. This conference aims to bring together researchers, industry professionals, and experts from around the world to share the latest advancements, exchange ideas, and foster collaboration in the field of nanomaterials and other advanced, hybrid or smart materials.
Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Eugenia Valsami-Jones
Chair in Environmental Nanoscience, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
Dr. Socorro Vázquez-Campos
Area Manager of the Human & Environmental Health & Safety (HEHS), Circular Economy Department, LEITAT Technological Centre, Barcelona, Spain
Topics of Interest
S1. Nanomedicine and Bionanotechnology
S2. Nanomaterials in Catalysis
S3. Nanophotonic, Nanoelectronics, Nanosensors and Devices
S4. Computational Nanoscience
S5. Environmental Applications and Implications of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 16 November 2025
Abstract Acceptance Notification: 12 December 2025
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 23 January 2026
Covering Author Registration Deadline: 6 February 2026
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please click on the following link:
https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1435
To register for the event, please click on the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/Nanomaterials2026?section=#registration
For details regarding Abstract Submission, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section:
https://sciforum.net/event/Nanomaterials2026?section=#instructions
For any enquiries regarding the event, please contact nanomaterials2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at Nanomaterials 2026: Innovations and Future Perspectives.
Wuhan, China
We are delighted to invite you to the second edition of the International Symposium on Materials Coating Science and Technology (MCST'2025). It will take place from 21 to 23 November 2025, in Wuhan, China. This symposium is organized by MDPI Coatings (ISSN: 2079-6412, IF: 2.9, CiteScore: 5.0) aims to promote scientific exchanges in coating science and technology, drive innovation in coating applications, and support high-quality economic development.
This prestigious event will feature 23 thematic sessions that encompass a wide range of topics in application-related areas of coating surfaces. Leading experts and scholars from around the world will present keynote and invited speeches, providing unique insights into cutting-edge advancements within the field.
We extend a warm welcome to experts, scholars, engineers, and graduate students who are actively involved in coating technology research and development to join us at this esteemed gathering.
Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Wei Pan, Tsinghua University, China
Prof. Dr. Xiaofeng Zhao, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
Prof. Dr. Guanjun Yang, Xi'an Jiaotong University, China
Prof. Dr. Rong Tu, Wuhan University of Technology, China
Invited Speakers (Ongoing Updates)
Prof. Dr. Huatang Cao, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Peihu Gao, Xi'an Technological University, China
Prof. Dr. Jiang Guo, Dalian University of Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Pengfei Guo, Taiyuan University of Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Gang Han, Nankai University, China
Prof. Dr. Min Kang, Nanjing Agricultural University, China
Prof. Dr. Huirong Le, Tsinghua University, China
Assoc. Prof. Mingjun Li, Hebei University of Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Heping Li, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Chunyoung Liang, Hebei University of Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Jun Ouyang, Qilu University of Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Yu Shen, Nanjing Forestry University, China
Prof. Dr. Rong Tu, Wuhan University of Technology, China
Dr. Yanlong Wang, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
Assoc. Prof. Yang Wang, Tianjin University, China
Prof. Dr. Liqiang Wang, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
Dr. Zhiyuan Wang, Harbin University of Science and Technology, China
Assoc. Prof. Mao Zhang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Yingyi Zhang, Anhui University of Technology, China
Prof. Dr. Xiaofeng Zhao, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
Topics of Interest
S1. Ultra-hard, Ultra-smooth, Wear-resistant Coatings
S2. Superhydrophilic/Hydrophobic Coatings
S3. Thermal Barrier Coatings
S4. Heat Dissipation Coatings
S5. Insulating Coatings
S6. Anti-corrosion, Anti-fouling/Antimicrobial Functional Coatings
S7. Biomedical and Bioengineering Coatings
S8. Optical Coatings
S9. Electromagnetic Shielding Coatings
S10. Self-assembling/Adaptive Smart Coatings
S11. Plasma/Thermal Spray Coatings
S12. Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)
S13. Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)
S14. Electrochemical Deposition
S15. Sol-Gel Coatings
S16. Plasma Micro-arc Oxidation Coatings
S17. Surface Engineering and Tribology
S18. Novel Specialized Coating Technologies
S19. Coating Technologies in Semiconductor and Information Technology Applications
S20. Coating Technologies in Energy Applications
S21. Coating Technologies in Agriculture and Food Industry Applications
S22. Coating Technologies in Mechanical, Marine, and Aerospace Applications
S23. Coating Technologies in Cultural Heritage Preservation
Important Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 24 July 2025
Notification of acceptance: 21 August 2025
Deadline for early bird registration: 27 August 2025
Registration deadline: 21 November 2025
Conference Awards
The Best Poster Awards will be presented at this conference. After evaluation by the organizing committee, the awards will be given to the ten highest-quality posters.
Ten winners will receive a 50% waiver of the APC in Coatings.
All winners will be issued a certificate celebrating their achievements.
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please click the following link:
https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1342
To register for the event, please click the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/MCST-2025?subscribe§ion=#registration
For more information, please click the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/MCST-2025?subscribe§ion=#InstructionsfForAuthors
For any inquiries regarding the event, please contact mcst2025@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at MCST’ 2025.
Best regards,
Prof. Dr. Wei Pan, Tsinghua University, China
Conference Chair
MCST’2025 Organizing Team
Online
Conference: The 3rd International Online Conference on Corrosion and Materials Degradation
Date: 30 June–2 July 2026, CEST, online
Conference Website: https://sciforum.net/event/CMD2026
This conference is organized by the MDPI journal Corrosion and Materials Degradation (CMD, ISSN: 2624-5558; CiteScore: 4.5) and will take place virtually from 30 June to 2 July 2026 (Central European Summer Time).
Conference Chairs:
- Prof. Dr. Raman Singh, Monash University, Australia;
- Prof. Dr. David Bastidas, ROSEN USA, USA;
- Prof. Dr. Dominique Thierry, RISE Research Institutes, Sweden.
Topics of Interest:
S1. Electrochemical Corrosion Mechanism at the Interface (Localized, Crevice, Advanced Characterization Techniques, EAC, Nanoscale);
S2. Corrosion of Steel in Concrete;
S3. Surface Treatments and Coatings for Corrosion Protection;
S4. Corrosion in New Materials (HEA, CCA, TWIP/TRIP, AM, PM);
S5. Corrosion in Biomedical Implants;
S6. Corrosion and Coating Management Strategies in the Built Environment;
S7. Discovery and Application of Corrosion Inhibitors;
S8. AI and ML Tools and Digital Twins for Corrosion Prediction.
Important Dates:
Deadline for abstract submission: 23 January 2026;
Abstract acceptance notification: 6 March 2026;
Early bird registration deadline: 11 March 2026;
Covering author registration deadline: 18 March 2026;
Registration deadline: 23 June 2026.
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please visit the following link: https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1383.
To register for the event, please visit the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/CMD2026?section=#registration.
For more information, you may refer to the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/CMD2026.
For any inquiries regarding the event, please contact cmd2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at the 3rd International Online Conference on Corrosion and Materials Degradation.
