Conferences

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&section=#registration
For more information, please click the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/MCST-2025?subscribe&section=#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

https://sciforum.net/event/MCST-2025