The 52nd International Conference on Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (ICMCTF 2026) will be held at the Town & Country Resort, San Diego, California, USA, from April 19-24, 2026. ICMCTF is the premier international conference in the field of thin film deposition, characterization, and advanced surface engineering, promoting a global exchange of ideas and information among scientists, technologists, and manufacturers. The ICMCTF 2026 technical sessions will feature an overarching theme that emphasizes materials, surface engineering, processes, and applications relevant to the development of future materials, and will include a Topical Symposium focused on sustainability. The Conference includes more than 90 high-profile invited speakers, in over 50 sessions, across technical symposia, plenary and keynote lectures, short courses, an awards program, and daily social networking events.
A major exhibition of equipment, materials, technical literature, and new technologies is a key part of the conference. Attendees from all over the world come to present their findings, exchange ideas, share insights, make new friends, and often establish collaborations. The Conference typically draws 500 attendees.
International Visitor Information:
While AVS cannot offer immigration advice, we can provide you with visa letters and official resources outlining recent and upcoming changes in U.S. visa policies that may affect your travel planning. Please note there are no requirement to provide social media identifiers at this time. To request a visa letter, please e-mail icmctf@icmctf.org as early as possible to ensure you receive your visa well in time for the meeting.