IUMRS-ICEM 2026

the International Union of Materials Research Societies
The 19th International Conference on Electronic Materials 2026

28 June - 1 July 2026 , The Empress Convention Center, Chiang Mai, THAILAND

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Semiconductors, Photonic Materials and Devices

Speakers

Speaker
Prof. Li-Chyong Chen

Center for Condensed Matter Sciences & Center of Atomic Initiative for New Materials, National Taiwan University, Chinese Taipei

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Transition Metal Dichalcogenides as Emerging Semiconductors: Growth, Doping/Alloying, Optical Properties, and Light-driven Applications

Speaker
Prof. Sinn-Wen Chen

President of MRS-Taiwan, National Tsing Hua University (NTHU), Chinese Taipei

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Interesting phenomena observed in electronic materials and at their joints: thermodynamics and kinetics

Speaker
Prof. Ana Cecilia Noguez Garrido

National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Structure–Chirality–Optical Response Relationships in Semiconducting Carbon Nanotubes

Speaker
Prof. Sanjay Mathur

University of Cologne, Germany

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Semiconductor Oxide Materials Steering Hydrogen Transition

Speaker
Dr. Luan Tran

TSMC and Bell Labs, Chinese Taipei

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Novel Materials Enabling DUV Extension in Device Scaling During the First Quarter of 21st Century A Historical Case Study

Speaker
Emeritus Prof. Jenq-Gong Duh

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU), Chinese Taipei

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Influences of Cu1-xNix on the Rapid Formation, Grain Refinement, and Orientation Diversification of TLPB Microbumps in 3D-IC microelectronic packaging

Speaker
Prof. Jenn-Ming Song

National Chung Hsing University, Chinese Taipei

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Light Enhanced Direct Metal Bonding for Advanced Electronic Assembly

Speaker
Prof. Hsin-Jay Wu

National Taiwan University, Chinese Taipei

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Anisotropic Crystals for High-performance Room-Temperature Thermoelectrics

Speaker
Dr. Ryoji Funahashi

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Energy and carbon cycling by combustion of agricultural residue

Speaker
Prof. Deok-Kee Kim

Sejong University, Korea

Keynote Speaker

Abstract:
Analog Synaptic Computing Using Janus WSSe Memristors for next generation Neuromorphic Systems

Speaker
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sakon Rahong

King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
From Low-Dimensional Metal Oxide Semiconductors to Bio-Integrated Systems: Bridging Sensing, Thermal Switching, and Functional Platforms

Speaker
Assoc. Prof. Chun-Yi Chen

Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Metal@Semiconductor Yolk@Shell Nanostructures for Broadband Solar-to-Hydrogen Conversion

Speaker
Assoc.Prof.Dr. Sakuntam Sanorpim

Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Enhanced Cubic Phase Stability in Epitaxial Lateral Overgrowth GaN on [110] Stripe-Patterned GaAs (001) Grown by MOVPE

Speaker
Dr. Yuttana Intaravanne

National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Geometric Metasurfaces for Advanced Photonic Devices

Speaker
Dr. Chul-Ho Lee

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Development and evaluation of MgAgSb/Mg3(Sb,Bi)2 thermoelectric modules

Speaker
Dr. Qingshuo Wei

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Organic Thermoelectric Modules for Sustainable Low-Grade Thermal Energy Harvesting

Speaker
Dr. Kenji Kamide

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Thermal Utilization and Thermal Management Technologies in Photovoltaic Systems

Speaker
Dr. Mikami Masashi

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Development of Heusler alloys and rapid sintering technique for practical thermoelectric power generation

Speaker
Dr. Yasutaka Amagai

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST)

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Measuring Key Thermoelectric Parameters from Materials to Modules — Absolute Seebeck coefficient and Module Efficiency

Speaker
Dr. Yosuke Goto

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Development of Mg3(Bi,Sb)2 with axis-dependent conduction polarity for transverse thermoelectric devices

Speaker
Dr. Hiroyasu Matsuura

National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Recent theoretical progress of phonon-drag effect and magnon-drag effect

Speaker
Prof. Dr. Supree Pinitsoontorn

Khon Kaen University, Thailand

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Development of bulk Silver Selenide-based Thermoelectric Materials through Cold Sintering Process Approach

Speaker
Assoc.Prof.Dr. Athorn Vora-ud

Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University, Thailand

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Thermoelectricity of Iron–Titanium–Antimony Distorted Heusler Alloy Thin Films

Speaker
Assoc.Prof. Dr.Aparporn Sakulkalavek

King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Scalable Flexible Thermoelectric Modules for Self-Powered IoT and Wearable Thermal Management

Speaker
Prof. Atsuko Kosuga

Osaka Metropolitan University, Japan

Invited Speaker

Abstract:
Manipulation of crystal symmetry and crystallinity in germanium-antimony-tellurides as thermoelectric bulk materials



Chairs:
Prof. Li-Chyong Chen, National Taiwan University, Chinese Taipei
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anucha Watcharapasorn, Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Co-chairs:
Prof. Dr. Wisanu Pecharapa, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Doldet Tantraviwat, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
Dr. Tossaporn Lertvanithphol, NECTEC, NSTDA, Thailand
Asst. Prof. Dr. Thutiyaporn Thiwawong, King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Thailand
Prof. Dr. Tosawat Seetawan, Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University, Thailand

Symposium topics include (but not limited to):

- Elemental/Compound Semiconductors, Photonics, Thermoelectrics, Narrow- and Wide-Bandgap Semiconductor and Photonic Materials, Oxides, Non-oxides: chalcogenides (sulfides, selenides, tellurides), skutterudites, half-Heusler alloys, and silicides, Heterostructures and Superlattices, Low dimensional structure: Si, Ge, III-V, II-VI, IV-VI, etc.,

- Semiconductor, Photonics and Thermoelectrics Fabrication and Processing: Bulk Single Crystal Growth Techniques, Thin Film Techniques, Chemical Vapor Deposition, Vapor Phase Epitaxy, Liquid Phase Epitaxy, Pulse Laser Deposition, Molecular Beam Epitaxy, Atomic Layer Deposition, Evaporation and Sputtering, Self-assembly, Lithography and Patterning, Metallization, Bonding

- Semiconductor, Photonics and Thermoelectrics Characterization, Defects Investigation, Reliability Testing

- Semiconductor and Photonics Packaging Technologies, system-in-package (SiP), Chiplets

- Semiconductor and Photonics Devices: Diodes, Field-effect Transistors (e.g. Ferroelectric FETs, MOSFETs, FinFET, GAAFET),  Lasers (Quantum Cascade Lasers (QCLs), Vertical-Cavity Surface Emitting Lasers (VCSELs)), Photodetectors, Chip Design and Implementation, Lab-on-a-chip, Microelectromechanical (MEMS) Devices, Optoelectronic Devices, Micro/Nano Sensor Materials and Devices, VLSI (Very Large-Scale Integration) and ULSI (Ultra-Large-Scale Integration), Wave Guide, Electro-chromic Devices, Thermo-chromic Devices, Photo-chromic Devices, Thermo-electric Devices, SiC/GaN power system, Power Management Integrated Circuits, Integrated Photonics, On-chip Optical Links, Resistive RAM (ReRAM)

- Semiconductor and Photonics Clean Room Technologies