THE INTERNATIONAL MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE (iMTC) 11.0
& INNOCREATIVE TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE (ICTC) 4.0 2026
18th November 2026 | Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang
Registration is now open!
THE INTERNATIONAL MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE (iMTC) 11.0
& INNOCREATIVE TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE (ICTC) 4.0 2026
18th November 2026 | Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang
About Programs
The International Materials Technology Challenge (iMTC 11.0) and InnoCreative Technology Challenge (ICTC 4.0) are poster competitions organized by the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). The programme invites students, researchers, academicians, and young innovators to showcase innovative ideas, research findings, and creative technological solutions while connecting with innovators from diverse backgrounds.
iMTC 11.0 is open to higher education students, researchers, and academicians presenting innovative research and advancements in materials science and related technologies. Individual participation. ICTC 4.0 is open to primary and secondary school students showcasing creative STEM and technology-based innovations that address real-world challenges. Group participation of 2-4 students with free registration.
Important Dates
Registration is now open!
Competition date: 18th November 2026
Time: 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Venue: Putra Hall 2, Twelfth College, Universiti Putra Malaysia
Accepted Themes
Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
Sustainable, Circular and Recycled Materials
Advanced, Emerging and Functional Materials
Smart Materials, Sensors and Responsive Systems
Additive Manufacturing and 3D/4D Printing
Composite, Ceramic, Glass and Structural Materials
Materials for Energy Storage, Conversion and Environmental Technologies
Biomaterials, Biofunctional Materials and Medical Devices
Materials Chemistry, Polymers and Molecular Materials
Electronic, Optoelectronic, Magnetic, Spintronic, RF and Quantum Materials
Surface Engineering, Coatings and Interface Science
Advanced Materials Characterization and Testing
Computational Materials Science, AI, Machine Learning and Materials Informatics
Other Related Areas in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering and Technology
Program Objectives
Give participants the opportunity to share research ideas, innovation concepts, and creative technology solutions in a forum that provides visibility for their work.
Encourage participants to connect with innovators from diverse backgrounds, exchange ideas, and gain new insights.
Strengthen communication and presentation skills through the Poster Competition.
Provide constructive feedback from a panel of judges and academicians.
Recognize and reward outstanding innovation, collaboration, and excellence.