Workshops at NanoSeries2026

This workshop focuses on nanoengineering approaches for chemical and biosensing applications, with particular emphasis on the design and integration of nanomaterials and their interfaces. The concept of nanoengineering spans material design at the molecular level and extends through device fabrication to practical sensing applications. The session aims to bring together leading researchers to share insights and foster focused discussions on emerging directions in this rapidly evolving field.

• Tsuyoshi MINAMI, The University of Tokyo, Japan
• Yui SASAKI, The University of Tokyo, Japan

• Damien Thuau, Bordeaux Institute of Technology, France
• Simone L. Marasso, Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy
• Yvonne Joseph, Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg (TUBAF), Germany

NSAW1 Nanoengineering · Advanced Sensing · Full workshop details

The symposium will focus on recent advances in single-molecule electronics, covering experimental, theoretical and device-oriented studies. It aims to highlight new physical insight and emerging applications, and to bridge perspectives from physical chemistry and nanoelectronics towards realistic molecular technologies for computing, sensing and quantum information processing.

• Roberto Listo, University of Pavia, Italy
• Andrea Vezzoli, University of Liverpool, United Kingdom
• Mariagrazia Graziano, Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy
• Linda Zotti, Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM), Spain
• Giovanna Turvani, Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy
• Yuri Ardesi, Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy

Thoughtfully structured to include a balanced representation of both early-career and senior researchers, fostering meaningful exchange across different stages of experience.

NSAW2

This workshop focuses on the design and nanoengineering of smart soft nanomaterials with integrated or embedded sensing functionalities. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding structure–function relationships, nano–bio interfaces, and the translation of responsive material concepts into biomedical and diagnostic applications. The session aims to bring together researchers working at the intersection of materials science, nanotechnology, and bioengineering to share recent advances and stimulate focused discussion on emerging directions in stimuli-responsive polymers and hydrogels, hybrid soft nanocomposites, nanostructured coatings, flexible and implantable sensors, bioresorbable systems, and in situ monitoring of physiological and pathological processes.

• Jacek Ryl, Gdańsk University of Technology, Poland
• Marino Lavorgna, National Research Council – Institute of Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials, Italy
• Justyna Kucińska-Lipka, Gdańsk University of Technology, Poland

To Be Announced TBA

NSAW3

This workshop focuses on surface and interfacial phenomena that govern the functional properties of 2D materials. The session will feature advanced characterization approaches—such as in situ and ex situ Raman scattering spectroscopy, a variety of scanning probe microscopy techniques, and device-based probing using field-effect transistors and optoelectronic platforms—that collectively probe both dynamic surface processes and the chemically modified states that persist after processing. These methods will be showcased in studies of a broad range of surface and interfacial processes, including defect formation, molecular adsorption and charge transfer, intercalation, and chemical modification. By integrating these multifaceted approaches, the workshop aims to deepen the fundamental understanding of how surface chemistry and processes impact the electronic, optical, and sensing characteristics of 2D materials, while also illuminating connections to applications in catalysis, energy conversion, and next-generation electronic and sensing devices.

• Ryo Nouchi, Osaka Metropolitan University, Japan

• Johannes Binder, University of Warsaw, Poland
• Antonio Di Bartolomeo, University of Salerno, Italy
• Yasuhiko Fujita, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Japan
• Marco Gobbi, Materials Physics Center CSIC-EHU, Spain
• Cristina Gómez-Navarro, Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain
• Mun Seok Jeong, Hanyang University, Korea
• Daisuke Kiriya, The University of Tokyo, Japan
• Mahesh Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, India
• Akichika Kumatani, Chiba Institute of Technology, Japan
• Mingdi Yan, University of Massachusetts Lowell, USA

Beginning with a short introductory talk by the organizer, followed by 10 invited talks on various characterization methodologies for surface and interfacial phenomena in 2D materials.

NSAW4