Conferences
Upcoming Journal Conferences (1)

Online
We cordially invite you to attend this event organized by Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994, Impact Factor: 2.2). It will take place virtually on 20–22 October 2026, Central European Summer Time.
Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Sergei Odinstov, Institute of Space Sciences (IEEC-CSIC), Barcelona, Spain
Dr. Calogero Vetro, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
The Topics of Interest
S1. Mathematical Physics
S2. High Energy Physics, Particles and Fields
S3. Applied Physics
S4. Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology
S5. Algebra and Geometry
S6. Mathematical Analysis and Statistics
S7. Applied Mathematics
Important Dates
Deadline for Abstract Submission: 24 May 2026
Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 21 June 2026
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please click on the following link:
https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1556
To register for the event, please click on the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/IOCSYM2026?section=#registration
For details regarding Abstract Submission, Poster and Slide Submission, and Publication Opportunities, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” Section:
https://sciforum.net/event/IOCSYM2026?section=#instructions
For inquiries regarding submissions and sponsorship opportunities, please feel free to contact
iocsym2026@mdpi.com
We look forward to seeing you at the 1st International Online Conference on Symmetry (IOCSYM 2026).
Upcoming MDPI Conferences (4)

Online
We cordially invite you to attend the 3rd International Online Conference on Universe (IOCU 2026) organized by MDPI’s Universe (ISSN: 2218-1997, Impact Factor 2.5), which will take place online via Sciforum platform on 4–6 March 2026, Central European Time (CET).
Conference Chair
Prof. Dr. Lorenzo Iorio, Ministero dell’Istruzione e del Merito, Italy.
Topics of Interest:
S1. Gravitation and Cosmology
S2. Quantum Gravity and Field Theory
S3. High Energy Nuclear and Particle Physics
S4. Foundations of Quantum Mechanics
S5. Space and Planetary Sciences
S6. Galaxies, Clusters and Compact Objects
S7. Solar and Stellar Physics
Important Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 2 December 2025
Notification of acceptance: 5 January 2026
Deadline for Registration: 1 March 2026
Submit your abstract here
Register for the conference here
For any inquiries regarding the event, please contact us at iocu2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at IOCU 2026.
Beijing, China
This conference is organized by the MDPI journal Molecules (ISSN: 1420-3049, IF: 4.2, and CiteScore: 7.4) and will take place in Beijing, China, from 14 to 17 May 2026 (Beijing time).
Conference Chairs
- Prof. Dr. Xiaoguang Lei, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, China;
- Prof. Dr. Diego Muñoz-Torrero, Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences, and Institute of Biomedicine (IBUB), University of Barcelona, Spain.
Topics of Interest
S1. Chemical Biology for Drug Discovery;
S2. AI for Drug Discovery;
S3. New Proximity-Based Drug Modalities;
S4. Natural Products in Drug Discovery;
S5. Biocatalysis for Natural Product and Drug Synthesis;
S6. Drug Discovery Targeting GPCRs and Ion Channels;
S7. DNA-Encoded Libraries in Drug Discovery;
S8. Medicinal Chemistry Tales.
Important Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 16 January 2026;
Abstract acceptance notification: 9 February 2026;
Early bird registration deadline: 11 February 2026;
Covering author registration deadline: 11 February 2026;
Registration deadline: 14 May 2026.
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please visit the following link: https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1319.
To register for the event, please visit the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/MMCS2026?section=#registration.
For more information, you may refer to the following link:
https://sciforum.net/event/MMCS2026.
For any inquiries regarding the event, please contact mmcs2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at the 5th MMCS: New Trends in Chemical Biology and Drug Discovery.

Barcelona, Spain
We are pleased to announce that Entropy 2026: Exploring Complexity and Information in Science will be held in Barcelona, Spain, from 1 to 3 July 2026.
This conference, organized by MDPI's open-access journal Entropy (ISSN 1099-4300; IF: 2.0), offers an exciting opportunity to explore cutting-edge advances and foster collaboration in the rapidly evolving fields of fundamental and applied physics, information theory, mathematics, and complex systems. We anticipate that Entropy 2026 will bring together more than 200 participants from around the world.
Topics of Interest
S1. Complex Systems and Network Science;
S2. Information Theory, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence;
S3. Quantum Information and Quantum Computing;
S4. Thermodynamics and Energy Systems;
S5. Non-Equilibrium Systems and Entropy Production;
S6. Statistical Physics and Stochastic Processes;
S7. Soft and Living Matter;
S8. Applications of Entropy in Science and Engineering.
Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Miguel Rubi, University of Barcelona, Spain.
Prof. Dr. Kevin H. Knuth, University at Albany, USA.
Important Dates
Abstract submission deadline: 1 March 2026
Acceptance notification deadline: 30 March 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 31 March 2026
Registration: 15 June 2026
For any enquiries regarding the event, please contact entropy2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at Entropy 2026.

Hangzhou, China
We would like to invite you to attend the 1st International Conference on Modern Mathematical Physics, organized by MDPI’s Modern Mathematical Physics (ISSN: 3024-5034), Symmetry (ISSN: 2073-8994, IF: 2.2) and Mathematics (ISSN: 2227-7390, IF: 2.2 ). This event will take place on 30 October–3 November 2026, Hangzhou, China.
Honorary Chair
Prof. Dr. Changpu Sun, China Academy of Engineering Physics, Beijing, China
Executive Chairs
Prof. Dr. Haiqing Lin, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
Prof. Dr. Xiwen Guan, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan, China
Prof. Dr. Murray Batchelor, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia
The Topics of Interest
S1. Quantum Field Theory, String & Brane Theory, and Gravitation
S2. Condensed Matter Physics and Statistical Physics
S3. Quantum Information and Quantum metrology
S4. Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
S5. Nonlinear Dynamics and Computational Physics
Important Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 10 July 2026
Notification of acceptance: 10 August 2026
Deadline for Early Bird Registration: 25 August 2026
Deadline for Covering Author Registration: 31 August 2026
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1507
To register for this event, please visit the following website: https://sciforum.net/event/ICMMP2026?section=#registration
For details regarding abstract submission, poster submission, and publication opportunities, please refer to the “Instructions for Authors” Section: https://sciforum.net/event/ICMMP2026?section=#instructions.
For any enquiries regarding this event, please contact icmmp2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at the 1st International Conference on Modern Mathematical Physics.
Upcoming Partner Conferences (1)

Taza, Morocco
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 1st International Conference on Electronic, Optical Devices and Intelligent Systems, ICEODIS ’26, which will take place in Taza, Morocco, from 28 to 29 April 2026.
The aim of ICEODIS ’26 is to bring together researchers, practitioners, and academics to share their latest findings, innovations, and ideas in the rapidly evolving fields of electronic and optical devices, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, and data-driven technologies. The conference fosters interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration across engineering, physics, computer science, and applied sciences.
Conference Topics:
- Electronic Devices and Circuits
- Optical and Photonic Devices
- Antennas and Microwaves
- Renewable and Sustainable Energy Systems
- Intelligent Systems and Emerging Digital Technologies
- Intelligent Systems and AI for Innovation in Education and Health
Important Dates:
Abstract Submission:
- Opening: 29 September 2025
- Deadline: 27 December 2025
- Acceptance Notification: 15 January 2026
Full-Paper Submission:
- Opening: 20 January 2026
- Deadline: 5 March 2026
- Preliminary Notification: 30 March 2026
- Final/Camera-Ready Submission (after revisions): 15 April 2026
Conference Timeline:
- Camera-Ready Submission (for accepted abstracts): 1 April 2026
- Authors Registration Deadline: 1 April 2026
- Conference Dates: 28–29 April 2026
Publication Opportunities:
- The best selected papers presented at ICEODIS 2026 will be invited to submit extended versions for potential publication in ICEODIS’s partner journals.
- Symmetry (MDPI) may offer up to a 100% APC (Article Processing Charge) discount for outstanding extended manuscripts, subject to the Symmetry Editorial Board Members’ and the Publisher’s assessment and approval.
More information can be found by visiting the conference website:
https://iceodis-2026.vercel.app/
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions:
iceodis2026@gmail.com
We look forward to receiving your contributions and to having you with us in Taza.

