Welcome to IMS-2027: Innovations in Materials Science
Conference Chair
Prof. Narayan_Roger
Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina and North Carolina State University,
USA
IMS-2027 brings together scientists, researchers, engineers, industry leaders, technology developers, entrepreneurs, and emerging innovators to explore the materials shaping the future of energy, healthcare, electronics, advanced manufacturing, sustainability, and technology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina and North Carolina State University,
USA
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Conference | 21–23 April 2027 |
| Abstract Submission Opens | 25 September , 2026 |
| Abstract Submission Deadline | 25 November , 2026 |
| Early Registration Deadline | To be announced |
| Final Registration | To be announced |
| Conference | 21–23 April 2027 |
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IMS-2027 is designed as more than a traditional academic conference. It brings the scientific community and the materials innovation ecosystem onto one platform — connecting researchers with R&D leaders, engineers with technology developers, universities with industry, startups with partners, and emerging researchers with career opportunities.
Explore emerging research, materials, technologies, methodologies and industrial applications.
Researchers, engineers, industry professionals, technology leaders, startups and innovators.
Your research, products, technologies, equipment, services and innovations, in front of the people who matter.
Develop academic, industrial, research, technology and business relationships that outlast the conference.
Explore how materials science can move from laboratory discovery toward real-world application.
Present research, identify collaborators, connect with industry, and explore interdisciplinary opportunities.
Exchange knowledge, present findings, discover methodologies, and develop international collaborations.
Present research, gain visibility, meet experts, build professional networks, and explore career opportunities.
Discover emerging research, identify technical expertise, and explore research and innovation partnerships.
Track emerging technologies, connect with researchers, and identify potential innovation opportunities.
Explore new materials, processing techniques, characterization methods, and engineering solutions.
Discover materials and technologies relevant to future products, performance and sustainability.
Explore advanced manufacturing, composites, coatings, additive manufacturing and recycling technologies.
Showcase technology, meet potential partners, connect with industry, and increase visibility.
Discover emerging materials technologies, research-driven innovation, and deep-tech opportunities.
Connect research capabilities with industry requirements and explore commercialization pathways.
Demonstrate products, equipment, software, laboratory technologies and technical solutions.
Stay informed about emerging developments in materials science.
Meet researchers, engineers, companies, innovators and technology leaders.
Explore collaborations, partnerships, careers and business relationships.
Discover materials, equipment, processes, software and emerging applications.
Present your research, company, technology, product or expertise.
Understand the developments shaping the next generation of materials science.
Researchers, scientists, engineers, academics, students and industry professionals are invited to submit abstracts across the conference's scientific and interdisciplinary themes — as Keynote, Plenary, Invited, Oral or Poster presentations.
Feedback from researchers and speakers who joined the IMS series in 2026.
Scientific discovery, emerging research and interdisciplinary materials innovation.
Nanomaterials, 2D materials, nanocomposites, advanced & functional materials.
Industrial applications, technology development, manufacturing and academic-industry collaboration.
From Materials Research to Industrial Application — R&D leaders, CTOs, materials engineers, researchers, manufacturing professionals and technology developers.
Companies, laboratories and innovators showcase materials, equipment, technologies, software and manufacturing solutions.
Technology transfer, startups, investment, collaboration, careers and the future of materials innovation.
Closing Plenary, Closing Remarks & Farewell Networking.
IMS-2027 gives companies and organizations the opportunity to connect directly with researchers, engineers, R&D professionals, technology developers, decision-makers, startups and emerging talent.
Present your products, technologies, equipment, software, services and solutions.
Meet researchers, engineers, potential collaborators, customers, partners and talent.
Identify emerging research and technologies relevant to your organization.
Explore academic-industry collaboration and technology development opportunities.
Connect with students, PhD researchers, engineers and early-career specialists.
Position your organization within an international materials innovation community.
The IMS-2027 Startup & Innovation Showcase gives researchers, founders, university spinouts and technology developers a platform to present emerging materials technologies and connect with industry, investors, collaborators and potential customers.
Determine whether you need a U.S. visitor visa or qualify for the Visa Waiver Program.
Links to official U.S. Department of State resources.
Documentation for registered participants requiring conference participation letters.
Airport information, local transportation, public transport, taxi/rideshare and accommodation.
Seattle provides the setting for IMS-2027, bringing the international materials community together in a city known for its strong connections across technology, engineering, research, aerospace, healthcare, manufacturing and innovation.
Venue address and map to be announced.
Airport and transportation information.
Recommended hotels near the venue.
A short visitor guide will cover: