Advances in Nano/Micro Engineered & Molecular Systems

Dear Colleagues,

The 2026 IEEE 21st International Conference (https://ieee-nems2026.org/) on Nano/Micro Engineered & Molecular Systems (IEEE NEMS 2026) will be held from April 17 to 21, 2026, in Chengdu, China. IEEE NEMS is a premier annual conference sponsored by the IEEE Nanotechnology Council, focusing on advanced research areas in M/NEMS, nanotechnology, and molecular technology. The conference provides a high-level forum for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to exchange the latest advances and to promote interdisciplinary collaborations in the field.

Prior IEEE NEMS conferences have been successfully held in Zhuhai (2025), Kyoto (2024), Jeju (2023), Virtually (2022), Xiamen (2021), Virtually (2020), Bangkok (2019), Singapore (2018), Los Angeles (2017), Matsushima Bay (2016), Xi’an (2015), Hawaii (2014), Suzhou (2013), Kyoto (2012), Kaohsiung (2011), Xiamen (2010), Shenzhen (2009), Hainan Island (2008), Bangkok (2007), and Zhuhai (2006). Building upon this strong tradition, IEEE NEMS 2026 will continue to provide an inspiring platform for academic exchange and innovation in the vibrant city of Chengdu.

We aim to collect high-quality research papers and review articles from IEEE NEMS 2026 that focus on advanced research areas in M/NEMS, nanotechnology, molecular technology, and related emerging multidisciplinary fields. The conference will cover the following main topics:

Topic 1: Micro/Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems(M/NEMS);

Topic 2: Micro/Nano/Molecular Fabrication;

Topic 3: Micro/Nano Robotics;

Topic 4: Micro/Nano/Molecular Physical/Chemical Sensors/Actuators;

Topic 5: Nano Photonics and Micro/Molecular Optical Devices;

Topic 6: Micro/Nano-Composite Materials and Structures;

Topic 7: Micro/Nano-Bio-/Medical Devices and Systems;

Topic 8: Functional Nanomaterials and Synthesis;

Topic 9: Micro/Nano Integrated Devices/Circuits/Systems.

The papers that garner the most interest in the conference or that provide novel contributions will be selected for publication in Micromachines. These papers will be peer-reviewed for the validation of research results, developments, and applications. In addition, submissions from others that are not associated with this conference but with themes focusing on related topics are also welcome.

Prof. Dr. Xiaosheng Zhang
Prof. Dr. Haitao Zhao
Dr. Cao Xia
Dr. Cheng Tu
Guest Editors

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