International Conference on Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology – ICONAN 2026

The 2026 edition of ICONAN marks a decade of progress in nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology. This milestone conference will reflect on past breakthroughs while highlighting future directions. Key themes include the nano–bio interface, AI-driven discovery, bioelectronics, organoids, gene and cell therapies, and advanced drug delivery technologies.

ICONAN 2026 will serve as a collaborative platform where researchers from across the globe exchange ideas, showcase innovations, and explore partnerships that push nanomedicine toward clinical and industrial translation.

Key Highlights

• Plenary Speakers: 12 internationally recognized experts

• Attendees: Limited to 250 participants

• Networking: 2 dedicated afterwork events

• Venue: Roma Eventi – Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy

• Early-bird registration deadline: September 19, 2025

Conference Chairs

• Prof. Zhi Luo, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, China

• Prof. Francesco Stellacci, Institute of Materials, Bioengineering Institute & Global Health Institute, EPFL, Switzerland

Plenary Speakers (Selection)

• Eric Andrew Appel, Stanford University, USA

• Samuel Jones, University of Birmingham, UK

• Li Tang, EPFL, Switzerland

• Natalie Artzi, Harvard Medical School, USA

• Jean-Christophe Leroux, ETH Zürich, Switzerland

• Marianna Yanez Arteta, AstraZeneca, Sweden

• Giuseppe Battaglia, IBEC, Spain

• Xiaogang Liu, National University of Singapore

• Ana Beloqui Garcia, UCLouvain, Belgium

• Teresa Pellegrino, Italian Institute of Technology

Themes & Focus

• Nano–bio interactions and biosafety

• AI/ML for nanomaterial design and therapeutic innovation

• Bioelectronics and nanosystems for health applications

• Organoids and emerging cell-based therapies

• Translational pathways from laboratory to clinic

Venue

Roma Eventi – Piazza di Spagna
Via Alibert 5/a, 00187 Rome, Italy

Past Editions & Legacy

Since 2016, ICONAN has gathered leading scientists to present cutting-edge research, from graphene translation and biomimetic polymers to RNA delivery, nanobots, and supramolecular antivirals. The conference’s legacy includes both academic advances and industrial perspectives, reflecting its unique position at the intersection of fundamental science and clinical application.

Why Attend ICONAN 2026?

• Gain insights from world leaders in nanomedicine

• Connect with peers in an intimate setting (250 attendees maximum)

• Share your research through talks or posters

• Explore Rome while networking at social events

👉 Register before September 19, 2025 to benefit from early-bird rates.
👉 Abstract submissions are now open.