Schedule at a Glance

The IMAT 2026 Schedule at a Glance will be released in the coming months. As we finalize the technical program, keynote presentations, panel discussions, special sessions, and networking activities, this page will serve as your central hub for quickly viewing the structure of the conference week. The Schedule at a Glance provides attendees with a high-level overview of dates and times so you can easily plan travel, identify must-attend sessions, and make the most of your IMAT experience.

For IMAT 2026, you can expect a dynamic and fully integrated program spanning September 28–October 1, 2026, featuring a rich mix of educational, professional, and social opportunities. While the full schedule is still in development, it will typically include elements such as:

• Keynote Presentations that open the conference with insights from global leaders in materials science and engineering.

• Technical Sessions organized across a wide range of materials-focused topics, including research breakthroughs, industry applications, emerging technologies, and cross-disciplinary innovations.

• Panel Discussions featuring experts from academia, industry, and government offering diverse perspectives on key challenges and trends in the materials community.

• Special Sessions that highlight timely themes, unique collaborations, or advanced areas of study.

• Workshops and Tutorials designed to provide hands-on learning and deeper engagement with specialized topics.

• Exhibit Hall Hours where attendees can meet suppliers, explore new technologies, and connect with companies shaping the future of materials engineering.

• Networking Opportunities, including the IMAT Social Networking Event and additional community-building activities throughout the week.

• Student Programming, competitions, and events supporting the next generation of materials professionals.

As IMAT 2026 approaches, this page will be updated with the full day-by-day outline, session timings, room assignments, and descriptions. We encourage attendees to bookmark this page and check back regularly for the latest updates. A downloadable PDF schedule and a mobile-friendly version will also be available once the program is finalized.

Please stay tuned — the IMAT 2026 Schedule at a Glance will be posted soon.