World Summit on
Materials Science and Engineering

March 22–24, 2027 Lisbon, Portugal

Advancing Materials. Transforming Tomorrow.

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About the Conference

The World Summit on Materials Science and Engineering (NEXUS 2027) brings together leading scientists, engineers, industry experts, and researchers from around the globe to explore the latest advancements, innovations, and emerging trends in materials science and engineering.

Join us in Lisbon, Portugal for three days of inspiring keynotes, technical sessions, networking, and collaboration that will shape the future of materials science worldwide.

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Plenary Speakers

Prof. Jian Lu
Prof. Jian Lu
Tsinghua University
China

Pioneering research in advanced functional materials and nanomaterials.

Prof. Karen Thornton
Prof. Karen Thornton
MIT
USA

Expert in additive manufacturing and materials innovation.

Prof. T. Pradeep
Prof. T. Pradeep
Indian Institute of Science
India

Nanomaterials for energy, environment, and sustainable development.

Prof. Nicola Pinna
Prof. Nicola Pinna
Univ. of Sheffield
UK

Advanced materials for energy storage and conversion.

Prof. Elsa Reichmanis
Prof. Elsa Reichmanis
Univ. of Toronto
Canada

Materials for electronics, photonics and biomedical applications.

Keynote Speakers

3-Day Conference Schedule

08:00 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome Coffee
Reception
09:00 – 09:30
Opening Ceremony
Plenary
09:30 – 10:30
Plenary Session 1 — Functional Nanomaterials
Plenary
10:30 – 11:00
Networking Break
Break
11:00 – 12:30
Technical Sessions — Track A, B, C (Parallel)
Technical
12:30 – 14:00
Lunch Break & Poster Exhibition
Lunch
14:00 – 15:30
Keynote Sessions — Energy Materials Focus
Keynote
15:30 – 17:30
Technical Sessions — Track D, E (Parallel)
Technical
18:00 – 20:00
Welcome Reception & Gala Dinner
Gala
09:00 – 10:30
Plenary Session 2 — Biomaterials & Medtech
Plenary
10:30 – 11:00
Coffee Break
Break
11:00 – 12:30
Workshop — Additive Manufacturing Horizons
Workshop
12:30 – 14:00
Lunch Break
Lunch
14:00 – 16:00
Industry Panel — Commercializing Advanced Materials
Panel
16:00 – 18:00
Technical Sessions — Sustainability Track
Technical
19:00 – 22:00
Conference Banquet & Awards Ceremony
Banquet
09:00 – 10:30
Plenary Session 3 — Future of Materials Intelligence
Plenary
10:30 – 12:30
Young Researchers Symposium
Symposium
12:30 – 14:00
Farewell Lunch
Lunch
14:00 – 15:30
Closing Keynote — Global Materials Roadmap 2035
Keynote
15:30 – 16:30
Closing Ceremony & Next Venue Announcement
Closing
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SESSION HIGHLIGHTS

Advanced Functional Materials
Biomaterials & Medical Applications
Nanomaterials & Nanotechnology
Polymers, Composites & Hybrid Materials
Materials for Energy & Environment
Characterization & Materials Modeling
Metals, Alloys & Advanced Manufacturing
Sustainability & Circular Materials

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Researchers & Scientists
  • Academics & Students
  • Industry Professionals
  • R&D Engineers
  • Policymakers & Investors

LATEST NEWS

Call for Abstracts is Now Open!
May 15, 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline Extended
May 10, 2026
Confirmed Plenary Speakers Announced
April 30, 2026
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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS

LOCATION

Lisbon, Portugal

DATES

March 22–24, 2027

IMPORTANT DEADLINES

Abstract Submission: Oct 15, 2026

Early Bird Registration: Dec 15, 2026

Standard Registration: Feb 15, 2027

WHY ATTEND?

Gain insights from global experts, present your research, expand your network, and explore Lisbon.

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