Dear Colleagues and participants,
On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we are honored and delighted to welcome you to the 9th edition of the International Conference on Materials and Environmental Science – ICMES 2026, to be held under the theme: "Innovations in Water and Energy Technologies, and Materials Science for Climate Resilience and Sustainability". This prestigious event will take place from June 11 to June 14, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Resort Saïdia Beach, Saïdia, Morocco. The conference is organized by Mohammed First University, Oujda - Morocco in collaboration with its esteemed national and international partners, particularly in partnership with the CEMADES Association.
Since its inception in 2016, ICMES has established itself as a high-level international conference, bringing together distinguished scholars, world-class researchers, and leading experts from around the globe. The previous editions were held in 2016 (1st), 2018 (2nd), 2019 (3rd), 2020 (4th), 2022 (5th), 2023 (6th), 2024 (7th), and 2025 (8th), consistently attracting a global audience and providing an elite platform for scientific exchange. ICMES 2026 continues this legacy, serving as a premier forum for the presentation and discussion of pioneering research and innovations in materials science, water, energy development, environmental science, clean energy and health. It aims to foster cross-disciplinary dialogue, inspire novel ideas, and encourage strategic collaborations among leading minds from all regions of the world.
This year’s edition promises to be exceptionally enriching, featuring. It will be a great pleasure and privilege to meet you in Saïdia, to celebrate science, innovation, and international cooperation in such a vibrant setting.
We wish all participants of ICMES 2026 a stimulating and fruitful conference, and a memorable and enjoyable stay in Saïdia, Morocco.
Warm regards,
In a world increasingly shaped by the urgent challenges of sustainability and innovation, materials and energy stand as key drivers for unlocking solutions for our planet’s future. In response to these global challenges, ICMES 2026, organized by Mohammed First University, Oujda - Morocco in collaboration with its esteemed national and international partners, particularly in partnership with the CEMADES Association, emerges as a premier international forum for cutting-edge research. It brings together academic researchers, industry professionals, and multidisciplinary experts to explore new frontiers at the intersection of materials science and energy applications.
This international scientific event serves as a leading platform for scholarly discussions and presentations on advanced materials of natural origin or specifically engineered to address the challenges of sustainable development. The conference will feature plenary sessions delivered by internationally renowned experts.
ICMES 2026 also offers a dedicated platform for students, providing them with a unique opportunity to present and discuss their research within an integrated academic and professional environment, while fostering meaningful exchanges with leading experts. Furthermore, it constitutes a strategic platform for individuals with innovative ideas in high value-added sectors to strengthen partnerships with industry stakeholders and explore entrepreneurial and innovation-driven opportunities.
The ICMES Conference Series on Materials & Energy strongly supports early-career researchers by providing visibility and opportunities for professional development. One of the highlights of ICMES 2026 will be the Topical School, which continuing the tradition of previous editions will offer exclusive sessions led by internationally renowned speakers, fostering dialogue, mentorship, and advanced knowledge transfer.
Why Attend ICMES 2026 ?
We welcome oral and poster contributions based on accepted abstracts, followed by the submission of full papers. Conference sessions will be organized into carefully curated thematic tracks.
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Mohammed First University
Oujda – Morocco
University of KAUST
Saudi Arabia
Euromed University
FES – Morocco
University of Sherbrooke
Canada
Mohammed First University
Morocco

Terms
Modes of Presentation
- A. Oral presentation
- B. Poster presentation
Language
- All abstracts must be written exclusively in English (including the title, abstract text, author names and affiliations).
- All the abstracts shall be submitted as per the attached sample abstract template which consists of the following below mentioned fields.
- Any abstract not in compliance with attached sample template will not be sent to scientific committee for review process until it meets requirement as per the template available online to download.
How to submit your abstract to ICMES2026 ?
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to submit :
"Innovating Water, Energy and Materials for a Sustainable Future – As Part of a Conference 9th ICMES-2026."
This special issue will include selected, peer-reviewed contributions from the 9th International Conference on Materials & Environmental Science (ICMES 2026), held from June 11 to 14, 2026, in Saïdia, Morocco. Contributions originating from this leading international conference are expected to significantly enhance the scientific quality, visibility, and impact of the Special Issue.
https://link.springer.com/collections/iihjjgebfg
The proposed special issue addresses key challenges and opportunities within the fields of environmental sciences, Water Resources Engineering, Chemical Engineering, innovative materials, and green energy, aligning seamlessly with the core themes of the Chemistry Africa Journal. The significance of this topic is underscored by its multidisciplinary nature, bridging physical and chemical perspectives with biotechnology and material science to tackle pressing global issues such as environmental degradation, water scarcity, and sustainable energy solutions.
• Chemical & Energy Systems Engineering;
• Climate Change & Sustainability;
• Materials Science & Engineering;
• Water Resources Engineering.
• Submissions Open: 01 April 2026
• Submission Deadline: 01 October 2026
• Submission Instructions:
The submission option will be activated in the Editorial Manager (EM) system within the coming days. This will allow authors to begin submitting their manuscripts directly under the Special Issue title starting April 01.
(Please consult the journal’s website for complete submission guidelines.)
We invite you to submit your work to the Special Issue of the Journal of Discover Materials (Scopus-indexed), entitled “Advanced Materials for a Sustainable Future: Tackling to Water, Energy and Environmental Challenges” - ICMES-2026.
https://link.springer.com/collections/geegidceah
This collection aims to publish contributions that bridge the gap between theoretical predictions and experimental realizations, with a focus on the following topics:
• Energy Storage Materials;
• Sustainable Energy Technologies;
• Hydrogen Storage Materials;
• Green Chemistry for Sustainable Environmental;
• Advanced Materials for Water Treatment and Purification;
• Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies for Environmental Applications;
• Green Chemistry for Sustainable Environmental Practices;
• Materials for Optics, Electronics, and Devices;
• Advanced Materials from Organic and Inorganic Devices;
• Materials Physics and Chemistry;
• Green Energy, Renewable, Storage and Sustainable Development;
• Materials for Architectural Heritage ;
• Sustainable Construction Materials ;
• Advanced Materials for CO2 Capture and Conversion;
• Development of Sustainable Materials;
• Biomaterials and Biotechnology for Sustainable Applications.
• Open for submissions
• Submission deadline: 04 December 2026
• All submissions must be made via the Journal of Discover Materials online submission platform (Editorial Manager). Click “Submit to this journal.”
• During the submission, please use the article type SI: “Advanced Materials for a Sustainable Future: Tackling to Water, Energy and Environmental Challenges” - ICMES-2026
For detailed submission instructions and additional information regarding the Special Issue, please visit the Journal Discover Materials.
https://link.springer.com/collections/geegidceah
This to inform you that Discover Materials, a part of Springer Nature’s new series (Discover) - is currently welcoming submissions to the topical collection: Advanced Materials for a Sustainable Future: Tackling to Water, Energy and Environmental Challenges” - ICMES-2026. As Guest Editor, I would like to invite you to contribute your relevant work to this Collection. Given your expertise in this field, I believe your contribution would be a valuable addition.
The submission deadline for this collection is 04-Dec-2026, but we encourage early submission and can be flexible regarding the timeline. All manuscripts submitted to the topical collections are assessed according to the Discover Materials editorial criteria and peer review process and are subject to all standard journal policies. If accepted for publication, an article processing charge (APC) applies (with a standard waiver policy and open access agreements).
For submitting your manuscript, please use Springer Nature submission platform. Please follow the steps detailed on this page. During the submission, you shall select "Advanced Materials for a Sustainable Future: Tackling to Water, Energy and Environmental Challenges” - ICMES-2026" Collection from the drop-down list on “Details” Page.
This Collection is a great opportunity to highlight research in materials science, and we hope you will be able to contribute. Any queries regarding APC support or submission process, please feel free to contact me or Managing Editor of the journal, Yueyin Shen (yueyin.shen@springernature.com). We would be delighted to support you throughout the submission process.
Discover Materials is a broad, open access journal publishing cutting edge research across all fields of materials science, from fundamental studies to synthesis, characterization, modelling, and applications. It was indexed in ESCI recently, with the first IF of 5.1. More details about its aims and scope can be found here.
ICMES 2024 / Volume XX, Part XX, Pages XX-XX (2024)
https://link.springer.com/collections/idabaciibj
Icmes2022 / Volume 72, Part 7, Pages 3229-3942 (2023)
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/materials-today-proceedings/vol/72/part/P7
ICMES2020 / Volume 45, Part 8, Pages 7259-7800 (2021)
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/materials-today-proceedings/vol/45/part/P8
ICMES2018 / Volume 13, Part 3, Pages 453-1258 (2019)
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/materials-today-proceedings/vol/13/part/P3
To recognize and encourage outstanding scientific contributions, Best Oral Presentation and Best Poster Awards will be organized for each technical session. These awards aim to acknowledge excellence in research quality, originality, clarity of presentation, and overall impact.
The conference will feature several technical sessions organized around different thematic areas. Best Presentation Awards will be granted to the oral and poster presentations selected as the most outstanding in each session. These awards aim to recognize and reward presenters for the additional effort required to prepare high-quality, top-caliber presentations. Through this initiative, the conference seeks to promote excellence in scientific communication and to encourage an even higher standard of presentation across all sessions.
The best presenter in each session will be selected based on several criteria, including the scientific quality and technical content of the presentation, clarity and effectiveness of the presentation style, adherence to allocated time, and the level of interaction and engagement with the audience.
Each presentation will be evaluated independently by session chairs. The final score will be calculated as the average of the marks awarded by the session chairs. Based on this final score, the best presentation from each oral session will be selected. The evaluation will be conducted according to the eight criteria outlined below, which are considered in determining eligibility for this award :
▪ Applicability ▪ Originality ▪ Significance ▪ Quality of English Delivery ▪ Time Management ▪ Importance of the Work ▪ Novelty of the Work ▪ Presenter’s Ability to Clearly Explain the Work …
Each poster presentation will be evaluated by a session chairs based on the criteria listed below. The presentation receiving the highest score in each poster session will be selected for the Best Poster Presentation Award :
▪ Depth of Content ▪ Quality of the Introduction and Abstract ▪ Content Knowledge and Organization ▪ Poster Design and Overall Visual Appeal ▪ Verbal Interaction with the Audience ▪ Quality of English Delivery …
During the Official Opening Ceremony, fifteen Best Oral Presentation Awards will be presented, with one award granted per session. Each of the fifteen awardees will receive a trophy and a certificate. They will also be given the opportunity to present their work in 180 seconds before an internationally renowned scientific jury. At the conclusion of these presentations, three finalists will be selected and ranked.
The top three presentations will be awarded as follows :
- FIRST PRIZE : A laptop ;
- SECOND PRIZE : A laptop ;
- THIRD PRIZE : A tablet.
On the same day, two trophies, along with certificates, will also be awarded to the recipients of the Best Poster Awards.
Very warm welcome to 9th ICMES 2026 in Saïdia, Morocco !
Submission Deadline
Notification of Acceptance
Registration Deadline
First Draft of the Program
Conference Dates
| REGISTRATION BEFORE APRIL 19, 2026 | |||
| NATIONAL | REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDES | ||
| PhD Student | 2000 MAD | Registration includes the conference kit and two nights’ accommodation in a double room (all-inclusive) Please note that the double room will be shared with another participant of ICMES
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| Academics | 2500 MAD | Registration includes the conference kit and two nights’ accommodation in a single room (all-inclusive)
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| REGISTRATION BEFORE APRIL 19, 2026 | |||
| INTERNATIONAL | REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDES | ||
| PhD Student | 250 Euros | Registration includes the conference kit and two nights’ accommodation in a single room (all-inclusive).
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| Academics | 300 Euros | Registration includes the conference kit and two nights’ accommodation in a single room (all-inclusive).
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| Academics | 380 Euros | Registration includes the conference kit and Three nights’ accommodation in a single room (all-inclusive).
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| Academics | 480 Euros | Registration includes the conference kit and Four nights’ accommodation in a single room (all-inclusive)
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Important:
Please note that the registration fees also cover accommodation at the Radisson Blu Resort Saïdia Beach (All-Inclusive, 5-star hotel), in accordance with the provisions listed in the table. They also include these elements :
- Certificate of Presentation/ Participation;
- Hard Copy of the Conference Program Guide;
- Electronic Copy of the Conference Program Guide;
- Electronic Copy of the Abstracts book in PDF;
- Access to all Sessions (oral and poster);
- Attendance at all Scientific Sessions Speakers of ICMES2025;
- Conference Kit (Pen, Notepad, Badge, Bag, Program and others);
- Coffee breaks (all days of the conference) : all inclusive;
- Lunches (all days of the conference) : all inclusive;
- Best Presenter Award for each session (Certificate + trophy for each winner, more than 15 trophies in total);
- Best Oral Award – 180s (Certificate + laptop for the winner).
Please check your status in the table above before making the payment (PhD students, academics, or national and international participants). Please note that registration fees paid are non-refundable if you are unable to participate in the conference.
Notes :
The conference will be held in Hotel Radisson Blu Resort Saidia Beach (5-star Hotel - All Inclusive) in Saïdia, Morocco.
Please find the link of the hotel: CLICK