The 2026 6th International Conference on Intelligent Manufacturing and New Materials (IMNM 2026) was successfully held in Yantai!
From March 21 to 23, 2026, the 2026 6th International Conference on Intelligent Manufacturing and New Materials (IMNM 2026) was held at Ludong University in Yantai, Shandong Province. The event brought together nearly 100 renowned experts and scholars in the fields of intelligent manufacturing and new materials. Participants engaged in in-depth discussions on the latest research trends and technological advancements in these fields, effectively promoting the deep integration and collaborative development between academia and industry. The conference was hosted by Ludong University, organized by the School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering at Ludong University, co-organized by Ningbo Institute of Technology, and supported by AiScholar, which provided comprehensive technical services throughout the event.
Opening Ceremony
 | Assoc. Prof. Huiting Sui of Ludong University, speaking on behalf of the organizers, extended a warm welcome to the attendees. She encouraged them to use this conference as an opportunity to engage in in-depth intellectual exchange, spark innovative ideas, and promote the translation of research findings into practical applications, thereby achieving a win-win outcome that advances both scientific progress and social benefits. |
The Keynote Speech Session
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Prof. Xueye Chen, Ludong University, China Title: Non-invasive sweat creatinine detection system integrated with Zn-Ni bimetallic MOF flexible sensor and biomimetic microfluidic chip | Prof. Zhenmin Zhu, East China Jiaotong University, China Title: Research and Application of Structured Light Measurement Technology Based on Polarization Imaging | Prof. Meng Zhang, Henan University of Technology, China Title: Design and Fabrication of Highly Reliable Aqueous Zinc-Based Batteries | Prof. JunjieYe, Xidian University, China Title: Development of Intelligent Inspection Quadruped Robots |
The Invited Speech Session
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Prof. Chuanzhao Li, Ludong University, China Title: Ferroelectricity, RashbaSplitting and Chirality in Two-Dimensional Layered Hybrid Perovskites | Assoc. Prof. Huiting Sui, Ludong University, China Title: Tailoring Polarization Homogeneity in Discontinuous-Columnar Bi(Fe,Mn)O3 Thin Films via Dislocation Engineering with Controlled Self-Assembly | Assoc. Prof. Xiaochun Gao, Ludong University, China (A team member reported on behalf of the group) Title: g-C3N4 and its derivative toward energy conversion and storage |
Oral Presentation Session
The oral presentation session was also full of highlights. Experts and scholars from institutions such as DESY (Germany), Southeast University, China University of Mining and Technology, Beijing General Research Institute for Nonferrous Metals, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Donghua University, Zhejiang University of Technology, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Henan Polytechnic University, Chongqing Innovation Center of Beijing Institute of Technology, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Chongqing Jiaotong University, Civil Aviation University of China, Xi’an Technological University, Ludong University, and Xiamen University of Technology showcased their latest research achievements in the fields of intelligent manufacturing and new materials, creating a lively atmosphere. These achievements not only reflect the scholars' in-depth exploration and innovative practices in these fields but also inject new vitality and momentum into their development.
The successful hosting of IMNM 2026 has not only fostered mutual understanding and exchange among scholars from China and abroad in the fields of intelligent manufacturing and new materials, but has also established a vital platform for advancing technological innovation in these areas. We look forward to continuing to work hand in hand with experts and scholars to jointly propel these fields to new heights.