Pramesh S Jain
Key Highlights:
•The 14th edition is centred around the theme “Nanotech’s Next Frontier:AI & Beyond–Conceive, Converge,Commercialize”.
•Scheduled from 3–5 August 2026 at The LaLiT, Bengaluru.
•Featuring an international conference, global exhibition, startup showcase,excellence awards and dedicated programmes for researchers and students
Bengaluru INDIA NANO,India’s premier international conference and exhibition on nanotechnology,returns for its 14th edition from 3–5 August 2026 at The LaLiT, Bengaluru,India’s leading hub for science,technology and innovation.
Bringing together globally renowned scientists,industry leaders,startups,investors,policymakers and technology enablers,the event serves as a premier platform to foster collaboration,showcase breakthrough research,and accelerate the commercialization of nanotechnology-driven innovations.
The Curtain Raiser event for Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026 took place today at Vidhana Soudha.
Present at the event were:
•Priyank Kharge,Minister for Home, Electronics, IT & BT and e-Governance,Government of Karnataka.
•Dr.Manjula N,IAS,Secretary to Government,Department of Electronics,IT,BT & Science & Technology,Government of Karnataka
•Prof.Navakanta Bhat,Chair,Vision Group on Nanotechnology,Government of Karnataka & Dean, Division of Interdisciplinary Sciences,CeNSE,IISc Bengaluru
•Prof.Anil Kumar P. S,Chair,CEC,14th Bengaluru INDIA NANO & Dean,Administration & Finance,Department of Physics,IISc Bengaluru.
•Bharath S,IAS,Director,Department of Science & Technology & Managing Director,KSTePS,Government of Karnataka.
The event spectrum spans a dynamic mix of Multi-Track Conference,Plenary Talks,Pre-Conference Tutorials, Industry Roundtables,Exhibition,Startup Pavilion, NanoSparX Startup Pitching,Nano For The Young Programme,Nanotech Quiz,Poster–Walkway of Discovery,and the prestigious Bengaluru INDIA NANO Excellence Awards,creating a holistic platform for innovation, collaboration and knowledge exchange.
*Priyank Kharge,Minister for Home,Electronics, Information Technology & Biotechnology and e-Governance,Government of Karnataka, said:
*“Karnataka has consistently demonstrated that scientific excellence,when supported by visionary policy and strong industry collaboration,can create transformative impact.
Bengaluru INDIA NANO reflects this philosophy by bringing together researchers, innovators,startups, academia and industry on a common platform to accelerate commercialisation.
As technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and nanotechnology increasingly converge,Karnataka is committed to creating an ecosystem where frontier research translates into globally competitive products, sustainable industries and solutions that improve lives.”*
Dr. Manjula N,IAS,Secretary,Department of Electronics, Information Technology,Biotechnology and Science & Technology,Government of Karnataka,said:
“Bengaluru INDIA NANO has evolved into one of India’s most significant platforms for advancing nanoscience and translating research into real-world applications. This year’s theme,‘Nanotech’s Next Frontier: AI & Beyond –Conceive, Converge, Commercialize,’ reflects our focus on fostering interdisciplinary collaboration,supporting startups, nurturing young researchers and enabling stronger partnerships between academia, industry and government.
Through Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026,we aim to strengthen Karnataka’s position as a global hub for nanotechnology innovation and commercialisation.”
The 2026 edition is centred around the theme “Nanotech’s Next Frontier: AI & Beyond–Conceive, Converge, Commercialize”,reflecting the growing convergence of nanotechnology with artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.
Conference Highlights:
One of the key highlights of Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026 is its multi-track conference programme,bringing together scientists,researchers,industry leaders, innovators and policymakers from across the world.
The programme begins with a Pre-Conference Tutorial Day on 3 August 2026,featuring expert-led sessions on:
• Nano Fabrication.
• Nano Characterisation.
• Nano in Biology.
The main conference on 4–5 August 2026 will focus on:
• Nano in Semiconductors.
• Nano in Agriculture & Health.
• Nano in Energy & Environment.
The conference will feature plenary talks,keynote sessions,technical presentations and industry roundtables led by globally renowned experts including:
• Prof. Umesh V.Waghmare.
• Prof. Naomi J. Halas.
• Dr. B. L. V. Prasad.
• Prof. Chennupati Jagadish.
• Prof. Arghya Bhowmik.
• Prof. Akshay Rao.
• Prof. Radha Boya.
• Prof. Pradeep Ramachandran.
• Dr. K. S. Subramanian.
• Dr. Pushplata Singh.
• Dr. Paramita Kar Choudhury.
International Exhibition:
The exhibition will bring together industry, startups, research laboratories,academic institutions and technology providers to showcase cutting-edge products, technologies,research and innovations,while enabling business networking and strategic collaborations.
Startup Focus:
Aligned with this year’s theme of commercialising innovation,Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026 places strong emphasis on startups through:
• NanoSparX Startup Pitching.
• Investor engagement.
• Industry networking.
• Commercialisation opportunities.
• Nano Innovation Award.
Young Researchers:
Through the Nano for the Young Programme, Nanotech Quiz and the Poster Session–“Walkway of Discovery”, students and young researchers will present innovative ideas,showcase impactful research and interact with experts from academia and industry.
Excellence Awards:
The Bengaluru INDIA NANO Excellence Awards will recognise outstanding contributions by individuals, research teams,startups and organisations advancing nanoscience and nanotechnology through pioneering research, innovation and successful real-world applications.
Event Scale:
Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026 is expected to bring together:
• 26+ conference sessions.
• 80+ speakers.
• 1,000+ delegates.
• 200+ scientific posters.
• Participation from 10+ countries.
• 50+ exhibitors.
• 4,000+ attendees.
The event is supported by a distinguished group of industry partners,including Applied Materials,Tata Consultancy Services,and other leading organisations.
