NANOBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM 2026

From Niche Excellence to Real-World Innovation

26-27 OCTOBER 2026

UTM HOTEL & RESIDENCE, KUALA LUMPUR

NANOBRIDGE ACCELERATOR CHALLENGE 2026

Transform your nanotechnology research into real-world impact.

Submit your nanotechnology-based idea, prototype, or applied innovation. Compete for recognition and cash prizes, connect with key ecosystem partners, and accelerate your innovation towards real-world application.

WHY PARTICIPATE?
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Showcase your products, technologies and services

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Increase visibility among academia, industry and government

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Connect with researchers, technology developers and decision-makers

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Explore R&D, commercialisation and technology-transfer opportunities

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Identify potential collaborators, clients and research talent

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Build strategic partnerships within the nanotechnology ecosystem

SUBTHEME 1: ADVANCED NANOSCIENCE AND INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGIES

Track 1: Nanomaterials, Advanced Materials, Thin Films, and Functional Coatings

Track 2: Nanoelectronics, Sensors, Semiconductors, and Intelligent Nanotechnology

TECHNICAL TRACKS

SUBTHEME 2: SUSTAINABLE APPLICATIONS AND STRATEGIC TRANSLATION

Track 3: Nanotechnology for Energy, Environment, and Sustainable Systems

Track 4: Nanobiotechnology, Healthcare, and Translational Nanotechnology

Ideas and innovations related to, but not limited to, the above areas are welcome.

WHO CAN JOIN?

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RESEARCHERS • ACADEMICS • STUDENTS

From universities, research institutes and recognised R&D organisations

University-linked spin-offs with early-stage technologies are also welcome.

RM2,000 TOTAL PRIZE POOL

For outstanding innovations with strong technological and translational potential.

 

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RM500 GRANT AWARD

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RM500 INNOVATOR AWARD

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RM500 SPECIAL AWARD

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2 x RM250 RUNNER-UP AWARDS

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Entries will be evaluated based on:

 

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Technology Readiness • Commercial Potential • National Relevance

HOW IT WORKS

01 | EXTENDED ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

Research Idea • Prototype • Innovation

02 | SCREENING

Technical & Commercial Review

03 | SHORTLISTING

Selected Entries Advance to the Final Challenge

04 | FINAL CHALLENGE

Showcase • Demonstrate • Compete

REGISTRATION FEES

Participant Category Registration Fee
Local Student Local RM 300
Local Researcher Local RM 500
International Student International USD 200
International Researcher International USD 300

READY TO TAKE YOUR INNOVATION FURTHER?

Scan the QR code to register and submit your extended abstract.

Event Deadline
Submission Deadline 18 SEPTEMBER 2026
Acceptance & Shortlist Notification 28 SEPTEMBER 2026
Registration Deadline 18 OCTOBER 2026
Final Challenge 27 OCTOBER 2026

Contact Us

Email: nanobridge@utm.my

Website: https://mjiit.utm.my/nanobridge

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