Symposium Topics
The theme of 19th ISAM-2025 is the development, processing and characterization of emerging engineering materials for challenging applications. Contributions in the following fields are invited:
- Smart & Functional Materials
- Nanomaterials & Nanotechnologies
- Polymers, Plastics & Rubbers
- Energetic Materials
- Engineering Ceramics
- Conventional & Emerging Engineering Materials
- Advanced Materials Characterization Techniques
- Additive Manufacturing – Materials & Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Materials Engineering
- Innovative Joining & Bonding Technologies
- Surface Engineering & Functional Coatings
Symposium Format
The following activities will be conducted during the Symposium.
- Keynote Talks
- Oral Presentations
- Poster Presentations
- Video Conferences
- Poster Competition on “Failure & Fracture: Metallurgical Perspective”
Cash prizes for the Best-3 participants in Poster Competition, Poster Presentations and Oral Presentations each.
Call for Papers
Participants intending to present paper(s) are requested to submit abstract(s) (200-400 words), including title, authors' names, affiliation, e-mail and postal address. The Technical Committee will decide the mode of presentation (Oral or Poster); the authors may, however, indicate their preference. English is the official language of the Symposium. Abstracts/papers may be submitted online at: (www.isampk.com.pk)
Selected papers will be published in peer-reviewed journals.
Oral Presentation
MS Power Point Multimedia may be used.
The text should be legible from a distance of at least 6 meters.
Poster Sessions
Each poster paper will be allotted a standard display board of 1 meter in width and 1.2 meter in height, vertically placed.
The poster should be legible from a distance of at least 1 meter.
Posters will be displayed only during the scheduled timings. Poster authors will be notified about the schedule upon their arrival.
Exhibition
PAMF provides an interactive marketing platform for manufacturers and suppliers to exhibit their industrial products to attract end users from private and public sector organizations. Exhibitors are invited to come with full supporting materials to display their products and services at designated stalls. For details and registration, please visit ISAM website.
Registration
Following registration charges will be applicable.
| Category | Overseas (USD) | Local (PKR)* |
|---|---|---|
Participant | 650 | 15,000 (5 Days) |
Participant | 300 | 5,000 (1 Day) |
Student* | 300 | 5,000 |
Exhibitor | 500 | 50,000 |
* Provision of Recommendation letter from HoD
Registration fee may be sent by cross cheque / bank draft in favor of “International Symposium on Advanced Materials." In case of changes/cancellation, the ISAM secretariat may please be informed latest by September 30, 2025.
Attractions
The symposium is being held at Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan with a terrain of Margalla scenic hills and valleys. In October, the weather is pleasant with mercury varying from 18°C to 32°C. The tourists’ attractions in Islamabad are Faisal Masjid, Islamabad Botanical Gardens, the National Heritage Park and Pakistan Monument. The nearby lush green hilly regions of Bhurban and Nathiagali are ideal for trekking. A post Symposium recreational tour to these places can be organized, if desired.
Pakistan Monument
Faisal Mosque
Islamabad
Centaurus Mall
