Call for abstracts for ICWORLD 2027 conference
ICWORLD 2027 – International Conference on Imaging and Characterisation for a Sustainable World
Date: January 13th to 15 th, 2027
Location: Oulu, Finland
This conference is organized by the I4WORLD doctoral programme, an international and interdisciplinary initiative that brings together expertise from various fields incl. physics, engineering, life sciences, and data science. The programme aims to train a new generation of researchers who can work across disciplines, develop innovative imaging and characterisation methods, and contribute to solving real-world challenges.
The conference provides a friendly and dynamic platform for PhD candidates, researchers, and industry partners to share their work, exchange ideas, and build new collaborations. It is also a valuable opportunity for doctoral candidates to gain experience in presenting their research and engaging with a broader scientific community.
The conference will focus on novel imaging and characterisation methods. These techniques are used for studying materials or systems in science and engineering. This helps us understand the visual representation of an object and its composition, and properties. Examples of imaging techniques include optical microscopy, electron microscopy, MRI, X-ray imaging, and examples of characterisation include IR spectroscopy, NMR, X-ray diffraction, mass spectrometry, thermal analysis.
Conference theme
The conference topics cover developments in imaging and characterization and align with multidisciplinary themes to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome abstracts related to the topics:
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Good Health and Wellbeing
Theme examples include, but are not limited to:
• AI-driven and emerging imaging technologies
• Health Technologies and Digital Innovation for Measurement, Decision, and Action
• Imaging beyond the person: determinants, systems, and environments of health -
Affordable and Clean Energy
Theme examples include, but are not limited to:
• Energy storage materials
• Catalytic and electrocatalytic materials and technologies
• CO2 valorization -
Sustainable Industries and Production
Theme examples include, but are not limited to:
• Mineral waste and cement
• Biomaterials
• Circular economy -
Clean Water, Biodiversity, and Environment
Theme examples include, but are not limited to:
• Water and emission treatment
• Biodiversity monitoring
• Water-energy Nexus
Submission Process
Authors should submit their abstracts by using Webropol survey and abstract template.
Abstract guidelines
- Abstract length: max 2 pages (including all content according to template)
- Language: English
- Include: Title of the abstract, author name(s) and affiliation(s), keywords (3–5), objectives, methods, results, conclusion and references
- Format: PDF or docx format
Review Process
All submitted abstracts will undergo review by the scientific committee. Acceptance will be based on originality, scientific quality, and relevance to the conference theme.
Presentation Formats
Accepted submissions will be assigned to one of the following formats:
1. Oral Presentation
• 10–15 minute presentation followed by discussion
• Selected based on scientific quality and relevance
2. Poster Presentation
• Visual presentation displayed during poster session
• Opportunity for interactive discussion with participants
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: September 15, 2026
- Registration Deadline: November 30, 2026 (Early bird September 31, 2026).
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact: ICWORLD2027@oulu.fi