Peking University will host the 5th "Boya Caisi" International Doctoral Forum on September 22–24, 2026, at its New Yanyuan Campus. Under the theme "Materials Without Borders, Intelligence for a New Era," the forum will bring together hundreds of doctoral students in materials science from leading universities worldwide for in-depth academic exchange.
Whether you are an established expert, an early-career scholar, or a doctoral student seeking fresh inspiration, this forum offers an exceptional platform to broaden your horizons and exchange ideas.
Advance registration is required for attendees. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
I. Forum Information
Dates: September 22–24, 2026 (on-site registration on September 22)
Venue: Peking University New Yanyuan Campus, Changping District, Beijing
Organized by: School of Materials Science and Engineering, Peking University; School of Advanced Materials, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School
Under the auspices of: Graduate School of Peking University
II. Schedule
i. Opening Ceremony
Wednesday, September 23 · 14:00–17:30
Conference Room 1, Academic Exchange Center, New Yanyuan Campus
14:20–14:25 |
Opening Performance: Materials Without Borders, Intelligence for a New Era |
14:25–14:30 |
Opening Remarks |
14:30–15:00 |
Plenary Talk 1 |
15:00–15:30 |
Plenary Talk 2 |
15:30–15:50 |
Poster Session & Coffee Break |
15:50–17:30 |
Early-Career Scholar Career Development Dialogue |
ii. Parallel Sessions
Wednesday, September 23 · 08:30–12:00
Thursday, September 24 · 09:00–12:00
Conference Rooms 2–5, Academic Exchange Center, New Yanyuan Campus
Session 1— New Energy Materials: Rechargeable Batteries — Cathode Materials, Interfaces, and Advanced Characterization
Session 2— New Energy Materials: Electrolytes, Membrane Materials, and Next-Generation Battery Systems
Session 3— Advanced Carbon Materials: 2D Crystals, Carbon-Based Fibers, and Carbon-Based Functional Materials
Session 4— Novel Structural and Functional Materials and AI for Materials
Session 5— New Energy Materials: Electrocatalysis, Fuel Cells, and Energy Conversion
Session 6— Optoelectronic Materials and Devices: Photovoltaics, Displays, Detection, and Neuromorphic Devices
Session 7— Biomedical Materials: Biomaterials, Theranostics, and Flexible Bioelectronics
iii. Closing Ceremony
Thursday, September 24 · 13:30–14:20
Conference Room 1, Academic Exchange Center, New Yanyuan Campus
13:30–13:35 |
Forum Review |
13:35–13:45 |
Introduction toNational Materials |
13:45–14:00 |
Academic Misconduct, Standardized Dissertation Writing, and Copyright Protection |
14:00–14:15 |
Awards for Outstanding Oral Presentations and Outstanding Posters |
14:15–14:30 |
Closing Remarks |
III. Registration
The forum has received strong support from universities and research institutions in China and abroad. To promote broader academic exchange, a limited number of in-person attendance places are now open.
Online registration: https://aktgqirb.jsjform.com/f/WZ0dlJ
Deadline: September 21, 12:00
Please note: Due to limited venue capacity, the organizing committee will determine the final allocation of places based on actual circumstances. Relevant information will be communicated to registered attendees by email. Please check your inbox regularly.
