ABOUT ISMT

Medical technologies form the backbone of modern healthcare. Innovations in diagnostics, therapy, and care are crucial to extending life expectancy and reducing suffering for billions worldwide. However, turning groundbreaking research into real-world applications requires more than just ingenuity; it demands seamless system integration, successful translation into products, and the establishment of robust clinical workflows.

The IEEE ISMT 2026 is a premier platform where researchers, clinicians, founders, and industry leaders can present cutting-edge advancements and discuss the future of MedTech. By bringing together experts from the entire medical technology field — from bench to bedside — we strive to accelerate progress in this highly innovative field.

Beyond inspiring keynotes from established scientists and industry leaders, ISMT 2026 is dedicated to fostering the next generation of innovators. We provide a dedicated forum for young professionals, early-career researchers, and founders to share their ideas with experts.

SUBMIT YOUR CONTRIBUTION UNTIL JUNE 15th

We invite authors to submit high-quality papers representing original results in all areas of integrated medical systems. In addition to paper presentations, the conference will feature poster sessions and an exhibition hall, providing a prime opportunity to showcase demonstrators, prototypes, and market-ready innovations.  We invite the submission of

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. All papers must be written in English and submitted via EasyChair. Accepted and presented papers may be submitted for inclusion in IEEE Xplore, subject to meeting IEEE scope and quality requirements. The following paper categories are welcome:

• Full Papers (4–6 pages): Accepted papers will be published in the IEEE conference proceedings. Authors will be invited to present their work as either an oral presentation or a poster.
• Extended Abstracts (1–2 pages): Selected abstracts will be presented during a poster session.

List of Topics

ISMT 2026 will offer two dedicated tracks focusing on Advanced Mechatronics and Integrated Systems, as well as Translation, Production, and Clinical Applications. 

Advanced Mechatronics & Integrated Systems

• Exoskeleton Systems
• Assistive and Service Robotics
• Micro- and Nanorobotics
• Biosensors, Smart Textiles, and Wearables
• Active and Bioactive Implants
• Surgical Assistance Systems
• Biomimetic Actuators and Artificial Muscles
• Lab-on-a-Chip
• Point-of-Care Diagnostics
• Electronic Travel Aids

Translation, Production & Clinical Application

• Translational Engineering
• Clinical Workflow Integration and Hospital 4.0
• Regulatory Affairs & Certification
• Medical Device Manufacturing
• Quality Management
• Human Factors Engineering
• Usability in MedTech
• Clinical Studies and Evidence-Based Medicine
• Supply Chain Resilience
• Digital Twins for Medical Manufacturing

Organizing Committee

Conference Chairman

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Jens Fürst, Institute for Factory Automation and Production Systems (FAPS), Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Publication Chairman

Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Philipp Beckerle, Chair of Autonomous Systems and Mechatronics (ASM), Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Conference Organisation

Jakob Schreiner, M.Sc., Institute for Factory Automation and Production Systems (FAPS), Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg​​​​​

Publication

ISMT 2026 proceedings will be published in IEEE Xplore, subject to meeting IEEE scope and quality requirements.

Venue

The conference will be held at the SHIFT-Innovation Centre (also known as d.hip) in Erlangen, Germany.

Contact

All questions about the conference and submissions should be emailed to ismt@faps.fau.de