Emerging Nanotechnologies & Future Directions at World Nano 2027

Emerging nanotechnologies and future research directions are explored through cross-disciplinary ideas at the World Nanotechnology Conference. Topics include space and extreme-environment applications, programmable and adaptive nanosystems, active matter, collective nanoscale behavior and new combinations of materials, devices and biological systems. The session also considers nanoscience education, outreach, research roadmaps and global scientific challenges. Discussions will examine early concepts, enabling methods and unresolved questions, providing room for research that crosses established boundaries or proposes new directions for investigation and collaboration.

Abstract Scope and Participation

Submissions are welcome on emerging concepts, preliminary studies, interdisciplinary prototypes, educational initiatives and research-roadmap analyses. Discussion will consider demonstrated findings alongside proposed capabilities, research opportunities and practical limitations. Researchers across disciplines, educators, engineers, industry innovators and students are invited to exchange perspectives on future research needs, collaborative approaches and the wider development of nanoscience and nanotechnology.