Sensors 2025 topics are:

1. Sensing principles, Modelling, and Evaluation

• Sensing principles and transduction mechanisms
• Modelling, simulation, and reliability assessment
• Standardization, calibration, and uncertainty quantification

2. Sensor Materials, Fabrication, and Packaging

• Advanced and sustainable materials for sensors and actuators
• Nanomaterials for sensing and actuation (2D materials, quantum dots, etc.)
• Bio-inspired, soft, and sustainable materials for sensors
• Micro- and nanofabrication techniques, additive manufacturing, and printing

3. Chemical, Electrochemical, and Gas Sensors

• Gas sensors for environmental monitoring and industrial applications
• Electrochemical and biochemical sensor technologies
• Emerging transduction mechanisms for chemical sensing

4. Biosensors, Microfluidics, and Wearable Sensors

• Lab-on-Chip, Organ-on-Chip, and microfluidic sensing technologies
• Biomedical sensors, diagnostics, and health monitoring
• Wearable and implantable sensor systems, privacy, and security

5. Optical and Photonic Sensors

• Photonic sensors, Fiber optics, and plasmonic sensing
• Quantum sensing and nanophotonic technologies
• Optical microsystems for biomedical, industrial, and aerospace applications

6. Physical and Acoustic Sensors

• MEMS & NEMS-based sensors (temperature, mechanical, magnetic, etc.)
• Acoustic and ultrasonic sensors for medical, structural, and industrial applications
• Smart tactile and pressure sensors for robotics and prosthetics

7. Sensor Networks, IoT, and Edge Computing

• Wireless sensor networks, RF MEMS, and IoT sensor systems
• Secure, resilient, and energy-efficient sensor networks
• Edge AI, real-time analytics, and distributed computing

8. Sensor Systems: Signal Processing, AI, and Interfaces

• AI and machine learning for sensor data analysis
• Sensor fusion and multi-modal sensing technologies
• Embedded AI, neuromorphic computing, and real-time processing

9. Actuators, Energy Harvesters, and Powering Sensors

• Self-powered and energy-autonomous sensor systems
• Piezoelectric, triboelectric, and thermoelectric energy harvesting
• Micro and nano actuators for smart systems and robotics

10. Emerging Sensor Technologies and Industrial Applications

• Quantum sensing and next-generation sensor platforms
• Sensors for aerospace, automotive, industrial automation, and IIoT
• Human-computer interaction, augmented sensing, and wearable tech

 

In addition to these main conference topics/sessions, focused sessions covering innovative themes will run in parallel, including:

Focus Session 1: Innovations in Sensing Principles, Materials, and Fabrication

Description:

This session delves into cutting-edge advancements in sensing principles, novel sensor materials, and fabrication techniques that drive the development of next-generation sensors. Emphasis is placed on innovative nano- and micro-materials, flexible and printable sensors, and advanced packaging methods that enhance sensor performance and reliability. Applications range from environmental monitoring and chemical sensing to sensors designed for harsh and remote conditions.

Topics Covered:

• Advanced sensing principles and modeling
• Nano- and micro-structured sensor materials
• Flexible, stretchable, and printable sensor fabrication
• Chemical, electrochemical, and gas sensor technologies
• Packaging and durability in challenging environments

Keywords: Sensing principles, Sensor materials, Nano-materials, Microfabrication, Flexible sensors, Chemical sensors, Gas sensors, Electrochemical sensors, Sensor packaging, Harsh environment sensors

 

Focus Session 2: Biosensors and Biosensing / Biomedical Sensors

Description:

This session delves into both foundational principles and cutting-edge advancements in biosensors and biosensing technologies, with a strong emphasis on biomedical applications. Participants will explore key concepts in sensor design, including the integration of biological recognition elements with various transduction mechanisms. The session will highlight state-of-the-art applications in medical diagnostics, patient monitoring, and therapeutic feedback systems.

Key themes include electrochemical, optical, and piezoelectric biosensors, alongside innovative strategies to enhance selectivity, sensitivity, and operational stability within complex biological environments. Special focus will be placed on the critical role of biosensors in modern healthcare, encompassing wearable health monitoring devices and disease-specific detection platforms. Additionally, discussions will cover challenges related to regulatory approval and clinical translation of biosensor technologies.

Topics Covered:

• Core principles of biosensors and biomedical sensing
• Biorecognition elements and transduction mechanisms
• Applications in diagnostics, patient monitoring, and personalized medicine
• Integration with wearable and implantable devices
• Regulatory, ethical, and clinical translation challenges

Keywords: Biosensors, Biomedical Sensors, Electrochemical Biosensors, Optical Biosensors, Piezoelectric Biosensors, Biorecognition, Sensor Design, Wearable Health Monitoring, Implantable Devices, Medical Diagnostics, Patient Monitoring, Personalized Medicine, Clinical Translation, Sensor Sensitivity, Sensor Selectivity, Stability in Biological Environments

Confirmed Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Luisa Torsi, University of Bari, Italy
• Prof. Riccarda Antiochia, University of Rome "La Sapienza", Italy
• Prof. Xing Wang, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA
• Prof. María Carmen Blanco López, University of Oviedo, Spain
• Prof. Elisa Michelini, University of Bologna, Italy

 

Focus Session 3: Next-Gen Miniaturized Biosensors: Toward Smart, Scalable, and Portable Sensing Systems

Description:

This session highlights the latest advancements in miniaturized biosensor technologies, focusing on strategies to develop smart, scalable, and portable sensing systems. Participants will explore innovative materials, device engineering techniques, and system integration approaches that enable rapid, reliable, and cost-effective detection across healthcare, environmental monitoring, food safety, and industrial applications.

Emphasis will be placed on the design and fabrication of wearable and implantable sensors, real-time data processing, and overcoming challenges related to mass production and user accessibility. The session aims to bridge the gap between laboratory research and practical, market-ready solutions that address real-world sensing needs.

Topics Covered:

• Miniaturized biosensor design and fabrication
• Portable and wearable sensing technologies
• Smart diagnostics and real-time monitoring
• Scalable sensor systems and mass production challenges
• Materials innovation and sensor integration
• Applications in healthcare, environment, food safety, and industry

Keywords: Miniaturized Biosensors, Portable Sensing, Smart Diagnostics, Scalable Sensor Systems, Wearable Technologies, Point-of-Care Testing, Electrochemical Biosensors, Real-Time Monitoring, Materials Innovation, Sensor Integration, Implantable Sensors, Data Processing, Mass Production

Chairs: Prof Fabiana Arduini, Univ of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy

Confirmed Keynote Speakers:

• Prof. Carlo Massaroni, University Campus Bio-Medico di Roma (UCBM), Italy
• Prof. Paolo Lugli, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy
• Prof. Olivier Soppera, University Haute-Alsace, France
• Prof. Christophe Caucheteur, University of Mons, Belgium

 

Focus Session 4: Optical, Photonic, and Acoustic Sensors for Smart and Healthcare Applications

Description:

This session explores the latest developments in optical, photonic, and acoustic sensor technologies and their applications in healthcare, environmental monitoring, and smart infrastructure. Topics include integrated photonic sensors, wearable optical biosensors, LIDAR for autonomous systems, acoustic sensing for precision monitoring, and emerging quantum sensing techniques.

Topics Covered:

• Integrated photonic and optical sensor design
• Wearable optical biosensors for health monitoring
• LIDAR and optical sensing in smart cities and autonomous vehicles
• Acoustic sensors for environmental and medical applications
• Quantum sensing and emerging photonic technologies

Keywords:Optical sensors, Photonic sensors, Acoustic sensors, Wearable biosensors, LIDAR, Quantum sensing, Environmental monitoring, Healthcare sensors, Smart infrastructure

 

Focus Session 5: Smart Sensor Networks, AI Integration, and Energy-Efficient Autonomous Systems

Description:

Focusing on the convergence of smart sensor networks, IoT, edge AI, and sustainable energy solutions, this session addresses innovations in autonomous sensor systems for industrial automation, smart cities, and environmental monitoring. Discussions will include energy harvesting technologies, ultra-low-power sensor design, AI-driven data analytics, and secure communication protocols that enable long-term, self-sustaining deployments.

Topics Covered:

• Smart sensor networks and IoT architectures
• Edge computing and AI for sensor data processing
• Energy harvesting and powering autonomous sensors
• Ultra-low-power sensor technologies
• Security and privacy in sensor communications

Keywords:Sensor networks, Internet of Things, Edge AI, Energy harvesting, Autonomous sensors, Ultra-low-power sensors, AI analytics, Secure communication, Industrial IoT, Smart cities

Chairs: Prof Vijauakumar Varadarajan, Univ of New South Wales, Australia