NanoMetrology 2026- The Science of Certainty in a Nano-Enabled World

Metrology—derived from the Ancient Greek metron (measure) and logos (study)—is the foundational science that underpins global trade, scientific discovery, and industrial innovation. As we push deeper into the nanoscale, the ability to measure with absolute precision becomes the prerequisite for technological success.

The 9th International Conference on NanoMetrology 2026 is the premier global forum for the advancement of measurement science at the atomic and molecular levels. In today’s interconnected economy, the transition of nanotechnology from laboratory prototypes to reliable mass-market products depends on internationally accepted standards and traceable measurement infrastructures. This event brings together a global community of academicians, metrologists, and industrial leaders to harmonize methodologies, ensure nanosafety, and define the standards that will govern the next generation of global manufacturing. The event themes include, but not limited to:

Theme 1: Advanced Characterization & Instrumentation

• High-Resolution Imaging: Advances in AFM, STM, SEM, and TEM for quantitative 3D characterization.
• Chemical & Physical Mapping: New methodologies in Mass Spectrometry and spectroscopic techniques at the nanoscale.
• In-situ and Operando Metrology: Measuring nanomaterials and devices in real-world environments and under active conditions.

Theme 2: Global Standardization & Traceability

• Traceability to the SI: Extending the International System of Units to ensure global comparability of nanometrological data.
• Reference Materials: The development and realization of international standards for the calibration of nanometrology tools.
• Harmonization of Protocols: Establishing Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) to ensure data generated in one region is trusted and accepted worldwide.

Theme 3: Sustainable Nanomanufacturing & Nanosafety

• Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD): Implementing metrological frameworks that assess toxicity and environmental impact from the design phase, supporting the European Green Deal.
• Sustainable Metrology: Measurement solutions for green energy (batteries, hydrogen, photovoltaics) and circular economy material tracking.
• Regulatory Metrology: Supporting international regulatory bodies with traceable data for risk assessment and product certification.

Theme 4: Digital Transformation & Industrial Sovereignty

• Semiconductor Metrology (EU Chips Act): Addressing characterization challenges for sub-2nm nodes, 3D integration, and quantum chips to secure technological sovereignty.
• Digital Calibration Certificates (DCC): Developing machine-readable calibration data to enable a fully digital and traceable global supply chain.
• AI & Machine Learning: Utilizing advanced algorithms for automated image analysis, uncertainty estimation, and "Self-Driving Labs."

Theme 5: Nanometrology for Emerging Technologies

• Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Metrology: Characterization of nanomedicines, drug delivery systems (e.g., lipid nanoparticles), and diagnostic biosensors.
• Quantum Metrology: Developing the measurement standards required for quantum computing and communication devices.