The International Conference on Innovations in Materials Science and Technology, ICIMST 2026, is scheduled to take place online from March 13 to March 14, 2026. The conference is organized by the Department of Plastic and Polymer Engineering at Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India, in collaboration with the Department of Rubber Technology at Tripura University and the Indian Plastics Institute, Mumbai. The book of abstracts for the conference will be published in AIJR Abstracts and will carry an ISBN along with a single DOI at the book level.
Important Links
Conference Organizer: Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India
Conference WebLink: Click here
Conference Date: 13-14 March 2026
Conference Venue: Online
About ICIMST-2026
ICIMST-2026 serves as a focused platform for the exchange of ideas, research outcomes, and practical experiences in the rapidly evolving field of materials science and technology. The conference emphasizes both fundamental research and applied innovations that address current scientific, industrial, and societal challenges. It encourages interdisciplinary dialogue among researchers, academicians, industry experts, and students working across materials related domains.
The technical program covers a wide range of contemporary themes, including polymer science and engineering, rubber and elastomer technology, composite materials, nanomaterials, functional and smart materials, biomaterials, sustainable materials, and advanced manufacturing processes. Special attention is given to materials development for energy, environmental sustainability, healthcare, and emerging industrial applications.
ICIMST 2026 aims to promote collaborative research, support early career researchers, and strengthen connections between academia and industry. Through invited talks, technical presentations, and interactive sessions, participants gain insights into recent advances, future research directions, and real world implementation of innovative materials and technologies.
