


International Symposium on Surface Modifications
Researchers, industry and government leaders meet in Hyderabad to shape what comes next in surface technology.
- Dates
- 17-18 December 2026
- Venue
- University of Hyderabad
- Organized by


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A first-of-its-kind symposium on surface modification
SURFACE 2026 highlights the latest advancements in surface modification techniques, emerging technologies, and industrial applications, bringing together researchers, academia, and industry to explore innovations shaping the future of surface engineering.
Learn about the symposium
Four thematic tracks
Exploring technologies, mechanisms, applications, and the future of surface engineering.
Conventional & Advanced Surface Modification Technologies
- Mechanical and laser peening
- Burnishing
- Laser surface treatments

Process, Structure & Property Correlation
- Microstructure evaluation
- Residual stress and phase analysis
- Hardness, wear and corrosion behaviour

Industrial Application
- Aerospace components
- Power and energy systems
- Automotive and transportation

Automation, Digitalization & System Development
- Automated processing systems
- In-situ monitoring and sensing
- Data-driven process optimization

Voices from academia, industry & government
Patrons, organizers, and confirmed speakers from nine countries join SURFACE 2026.


Important Dates
- Abstract submission deadline15th November 2026
- Early bird registration deadline16th November 2026
- Symposium dates17th-18th December 2026
Submit your abstract
Inviting abstracts across all four thematic tracks of SURFACE 2026, before 15th November 2026.
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