Susumu Kitagawa
Plenary
Kyoto University
Advanced Materials for a Sustainable, Smart and Connected Future
09 Jun 2027 – 11 Jun 2027 | Rome, Italy | A Global Gathering of Materials Innovators
300+Delegates
35+Countries
28+Sessions
60+Speakers
25+Exhibitors
About the Conference
A Global Gathering of Materials Innovators
Matverse-2027 is a three-day advanced materials conference in Rome, Italy, bringing together materials scientists, engineers, academic researchers, R&D leaders, sustainability experts, technology entrepreneurs and graduate scholars. The conference focuses on sustainable, smart and connected materials innovation, with sessions shaped around current priorities in materials research: nanomaterials, circular materials, energy materials and storage, functional materials, AI-enabled materials discovery, computational modelling, advanced manufacturing and resilient infrastructure. Program themes reflect leading research directions highlighted across recent materials publications, including AI-assisted discovery, sustainable polymers, CO2-derived materials, high-entropy materials, nanocircular economy approaches and automation for clean-energy materials development. Nanomaterials and nanotechnology Sustainable and circular materials Energy materials, batteries, hydrogen and photovoltaics Smart, functional and connected materials Computational materials, AI and digital twins Advanced manufacturing, coatings and smart infrastructure
Who Should Attend
Designed for professionals shaping the future of materials.
- Materials Scientists & Engineers
- Academic Researchers & Faculty
- Industry R&D Leaders
- Sustainability & Energy Experts
- Technology Entrepreneurs
- Graduate & PhD Students
Important Dates
Conference Dates
09 Jun 2027 – 11 Jun 2027
Abstract Deadline
October 30, 2026
Registration Opens
September 1, 2026
Early Bird Deadline
September 30, 2026
Featured Speakers
Engineering Advanced Materials Conference
Morris Wang
Professor
University of California, Los Angeles
Ouyang Jianyong
Professor
National University of Singapore
Phillip B Messersmith
Professor
University of California, Berkeley
Conference Themes
Research tracks spanning nanotechnology, sustainability, smart materials, and energy systems.
Advanced Materials Science & Engineering
Foundational and applied research spanning material design, processing, performance, and reliability across advanced engineering systems.
Nanomaterials & Nanotechnology
Research on nanoscale materials, structures, devices, and applications enabled by size-dependent properties.
Biomaterials & Biomedical Engineering
Materials designed for healthcare, regenerative medicine, drug delivery, implants, and medical technologies.
Polymer Science & Engineering
Advances in polymer design, processing, sustainability, composites, and responsive polymer technologies.
Composite Materials
Design, manufacturing, characterization, and application of composite systems for structural and functional performance.
Energy Materials
Materials innovation for energy storage, conversion, hydrogen technologies, and high-performance electrochemical systems.
Electronic, Optical & Photonic Materials
Materials enabling electronic, magnetic, dielectric, optoelectronic, and photonic device technologies.
Smart & Functional Materials
Adaptive and multifunctional materials that respond to external stimuli or deliver integrated functions.
Conference Program
Schedule at a Glance
Explore the three-day program of plenary lectures, parallel sessions, and networking events.
09 Jun 2027
| Time | Title |
|---|---|
| 08:00 – 09:00 | Registration & Welcome Refreshments |
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address |
| 09:30 – 11:30 | Plenary Session I: Future Perspectives in Materials Science & Engineering |
| 11:30 – 11:50 | Coffee Break & Networking |
| 11:50 – 13:00 | Keynote Session I: Advanced Materials & Nanotechnology |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch Break |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Advanced Materials Science & Engineering |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Nanomaterials & Nanotechnology |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Smart & Functional Materials |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Electronic, Optical & Photonic Materials |
| 16:00 – 16:20 | Coffee Break |
| 16:20 – 17:10 | Metals, Alloys & Metallurgy |
| 17:10 – 18:00 | Ceramics, Glass & Refractory Materials |
| 19:00 – 21:00 | Welcome Reception & Networking Cocktail |
Latest News & Updates
01 Aug 2026
Sponsor and Partner Opportunities Available
Organizations advancing materials innovation can express interest in sponsorship and partnership opportunities.
15 Jul 2026
Call for Abstracts: Advanced Materials Research Themes
Researchers are invited to prepare abstracts aligned with nanotechnology, sustainable materials, energy systems and smart materials themes.
23 Jun 2026
Matverse-2027 Scheduled for June 9-11 in Rome
Matverse-2027 will convene global materials innovators in Rome, Italy, from June 9-11, 2027.
Registration
Select Registration Type
Passes from the live catalog. Pick the option that matches how you will join.
| Category | Details | Standard Registration | Early Bird Registration | Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Registration |
| $779 | $679 | Early Bird DiscountsRegistrations open September 1, 2026 Ends September 30, 2026 07 Days 02 Hrs 12 Mins 30 Secs |
Delegate Registration | $899 | $799 | ||
Poster Registration | $549 | $449 | ||
Student Registration | $529 | $429 |
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