The Regional Conference on Solid State Science and Technology (RCSSST) is a well-established biennial conference that brings together academicians, researchers, postgraduate students and industry professionals to share research findings and developments in solid state science and related technologies.
For the 2026 edition, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) will host RCSSST. The conference is organized by the Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, UKM, in collaboration with the Malaysian Solid State Science and Technology Society (MASS) and the National Nanotechnology Centre (NNC). The conference scope has been expanded to include emerging and interdisciplinary fields such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies.
RCSSST2026 aligns with national priorities set by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) and the MADANI Framework by promoting research in nanotechnology, advanced materials, semiconductors, energy technologies and solid-state devices. The conference also contributes to key Sustainable Development Goals, including Quality Education (SDG 4), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9) and Climate Action (SDG 13).
Participants are invited to contribute within areas covering synthesis, characterization, applications and simulations across the following thematic areas.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Abstract Submission Deadline | 31 May 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | 30 June 2026 |
| Early Bird Registration Deadline | 31 July 2026 |
| Regular Registration Deadline | 31 August 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 7–9 September 2026 |
The invitation for participation in RCSSST2026 is open to:
For additional information related to the organization and hosting institutions of RCSSST2026, please refer to the following official websites: