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 Challenges (iMTC 11.0) and InnoCreative Technology Challenges (ICTC 4.0) are expo & 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 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
Advances in Nanotechnology
Sustainable Materials
Emerging Materials
Smart Materials and Sensors
Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing
Composite Materials
Materials for Energy Applications
Biomaterials and Medical Devices
Materials for Electronics and Optoelectronics
Characterization and Testing of Materials
Computational Simulation, Modelling and Artificial Intelligence
... and other related physics, chemistry, engineering and technology fields.
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 Expo & Poster Competition.
Provide constructive feedback from a panel of judges and academicians.
Recognize and reward outstanding innovation, collaboration, and excellence.