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11th International Conference on Sodium-Ion Batteries

ICNaB 2026

📅 November 11-13, 2026 | 📍 UM6P, Morocco

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ICNaB In Numbers

500+
Expected Participants
3
Conference Days
11th
International Edition
30+
Speakers

About the Event

ICNaB 2026 – A Charge Toward the Future

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We are delighted to welcome all attendees of the 11th International Conference on Sodium Batteries (ICNaB 2026), proudly organized by the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). This prestigious event serves as a vital platform for leading academics, emerging researchers, and industry innovators to share insights, present groundbreaking research, and foster collaborations in the dynamic field of sodium battery technology.

As the global demand for sustainable, cost‑effective, and scalable energy storage solutions rises, sodium batteries are emerging as a promising alternative to lithium-based systems. ICNaB 2026 will highlight the latest advances in materials science, electrochemistry, system engineering, and commercialization pathways — accelerating the transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all distinguished speakers, researchers, and sponsors for their invaluable contributions. Your participation is instrumental in driving the progress and innovation that define this field. The conference promises enriching discussions, inspiring presentations, and meaningful networking opportunities that will shape the next generation of sodium battery technologies.

We look forward to welcoming you to Ben Guerir, Morocco, for ICNaB 2026.

Conference Topics

Aligned with ICNaB 2025 and expanded for ICNaB 2026.

Sodium-Based Battery Systems

Sodium-ion, sodium–sulfur, and sodium–air batteries: chemistries, architectures, and performance targets.

Electrode Materials & Electrolytes

Novel cathode/anode materials, solid and liquid electrolytes, and interphase engineering.

Advanced Characterization

In situ and operando techniques, spectroscopy, microscopy, and multiscale diagnostics.

From Lab to Industry

Scale‑up, manufacturing, and innovation forums connecting academia and industry.

Components & Interfaces

Binder and separator technologies, surface modification, and interface stability.

Modeling & System Integration

Theoretical modeling, multi‑scale simulations, and grid or device‑level integration.

Previous Editions of ICNaB

Explore the rich history of the International Conference on Sodium Batteries

2025 10th Edition

Sydney, Australia

📅 6–10 October 2025

📍 Sydney, Australia

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2024 9th Edition

Richland, Washington, USA

📅 11–14 November 2024

📍 Richland, Washington, USA

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2023 8th Edition

Liyang, China

📅 21–24 September 2023

📍 Liyang, China

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2022 7th Edition

Ulm, Germany

📅 5–8 December 2022

📍 Ulm, Germany

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2018 5th Edition

Saint-Malo, France

📅 June 2018

📍 Saint-Malo, France

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Earlier Editions

2017 2016 2015 2013
2017 Japan (4th)
2016 Australia (3rd)
2015 USA (2nd)
2013 Spain (1st)

Featured Speakers

International experts confirmed for ICNaB.

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Matt Kean

Climate Change Authority · Australia

JW

James Wallman

University of Technology Sydney · Australia

Prof. Teófilo Rojo

Teófilo Rojo

University of the Basque Country · Spain

JP

Jenny Pringle

Deakin University · Australia

Prof. Yuping Wu

Yuping Wu

Southeast University · China

SK

Shinichi Komaba

Tokyo University of Science · Japan

Prof. Robert House

Robert House

University of Oxford · UK

Prof. Atsuo Yamada

Atsuo Yamada

University of Tokyo · Japan

KC

Karena Chapman

Stony Brook University · USA

Prof. Zhongshuai Wu

Zhongshuai Wu

Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics · China

Prof. Yan Yu

Yan Yu

University of Science and Technology of China · China

Prof. Qiang (Qing) Zhang

Qing Zhang

Tsinghua University · China

LC

Laurence Croguennec

Université de Bordeaux (ICMCB-CNRS) · France

Prof. Seung-Taek Myung

Seung-Taek Myung

Sejong University · South Korea

CS

Charles Sorrell

University of New South Wales · Australia

Prof. Michael Metzger

Michael Metzger

Dalhousie University · Canada

MZ

Maider Zarrabeitia

Helmholtz Institute Ulm · Germany

KM

Kazuhiko Matsumoto

Kyoto University · Japan

Prof. Pieremanuele Canepa

Pierremanuele Canepa

University of Houston · USA

ZZ

Zhanying Zhang

Queensland University of Technology · Australia

WL

Weinong Lai

Fudan University · China

Prof. Xin Li

Xin Li

Harvard University · USA

BL

Bin Luo

University of Queensland · Australia

FC

Fangfang Chen

Deakin University · Australia

RK

Ruth Knibbe

University of Queensland · Australia

YT

Yoshitaka Tateyama

Institute of Science Tokyo · Japan

JY

Jian Yang

Shandong University · China

PK

Payam Kaghazchi

University of Twente / FZ Jülich · Netherlands/Germany

GL

Guosheng Li

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · USA

Dr. Valerie Pralong

Valerie Pralong

Université de Caen · France

Dr. Ivana Hasa

Ivana Hasa

University of Warwick · UK

HX

Hui Xia

Nanjing University of Science and Technology · China

NT

Nuria Tapia-Ruiz

Imperial College London · UK

EK

Emma Kendrick

University of Birmingham · UK

JC

Jean-Noël Chotard

Université de Picardie Jules Verne · France

NB

Nolene Byrne

Deakin University · Australia

WB

William Brant

Uppsala University · Sweden

LS

Loïc Simonin

Université de Grenoble Alpes · France

RJ

Raphaël Janot

Université de Picardie Jules Verne · France

MO

Masashi Ohkubo

Waseda University · Japan

SA

Stefan Adams

National University of Singapore · Singapore

JK

Jongsoon Kim

Sungkyunkwan University · South Korea

AH

Akitoshi Hayashi

Osaka Metropolitan University · Japan

HK

Hyung-Seok Kim

Energy Storage Research Center · South Korea

KK

Kei Kubota

National Institute for Materials Science · Japan

FM

Frederick Marton

University of Technology Sydney · Australia

AM

Amartya Mukhopadhyay

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay · India

SH

Safir Ahmad Hashmi

University of Delhi · India

NY

Naoki Yabuuchi

Yokohama National University · Japan

DZ

Dong Zhou

Tsinghua University · China

HK

Hiroaki Kobayashi

Hokkaido University · Japan

YW

Yunxiao Wang

University of Shanghai for Science and Technology · China

MG

Marie Guignard

University of Bordeaux · France

AP

Alexander Ponrouch

ICMAB-CSIC · Spain

YS

Yanan Sun

Humboldt University of Berlin · Germany

HP

Hanna Porter

University of California · USA

WC

Weihua Chen

Zhengzhou University · China

PB

Prabeer Barpanda

Indian Institute of Science · India

XG

Xin Guo

Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology · China

CH

Charles Aram Hall

Uppsala University · Sweden

CP

Cristina Pozo-Gonzalo

ICB-CSIC · Spain

HC

Han-Yi Chen

National Tsing Hua University · Taiwan

YL

Yaqi Lei

University of Technology Sydney · Australia

VK

Vadim M. Kovrugin

Université de Caen · France

Dr. Wesley Dose

Wesley Dose

University of New South Wales · Australia

International Scientific Committee

Global leaders guiding the program’s scientific excellence.

Prof. Teófilo Rojo

Prof. Teófilo Rojo

University of the Basque Country, Spain

Prof. Shinichi Komaba

Prof. Shinichi Komaba

Tokyo University of Science, Japan

Prof. Maria Forsyth

Prof. Maria Forsyth

Deakin University, Australia

Prof. Guoxiu Wang

Prof. Guoxiu Wang

University of Technology Sydney, Australia

Dr. Christopher Johnson

Dr. Christopher Johnson

Argonne National Laboratory, USA

Prof. Christian Masquelier

Prof. Christian Masquelier

Université de Picardie Jules Verne, France

Dr. Xiaolin Li

Dr. Xiaolin Li

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, USA

Prof. Laurence Croguennec

Prof. Laurence Croguennec

ICMCB-CNRS · Université de Bordeaux, France

Prof. Yong-Sheng Hu

Prof. Yong-Sheng Hu

Institute of Physics, CAS, China

Prof. Stefano Passerini

Prof. Stefano Passerini

International Electrochemical Energy Storage Research Institute (IEES), School of Energy and Mechanical Engineering Nanjing Normal University Nanjing 210023, China.

Prof. Laure Monconduit

Prof. Margret Wohlfahrt

ZSW, Germany

Local Organizing Committee

UM6P leadership ensuring flawless delivery.

Prof. Mouad Dahbi

Prof. Mouad Dahbi

UM6P · Materials Science, Energy & Nanoengineering

Prof. Amina Amarray

Prof. Amina Amarray

UM6P

Prof. Zineb Edfouf

Prof. Zineb Edfouf

Université Mohammed V, Rabat

Prof. Omar Monkachi

Prof. Omar Monkachi

Université Mohammed V, Rabat

Prof. Abdelwahed Chari

Prof. Abdelwahed Chari

UM6P

Prof. Mohamed Aqil

Prof. Mohamed Aqil

UM6P

Prof. Toru Tabuchi

Prof. Toru Tabuchi

UM6P

UM6P MSN Taskforce

UM6P MSN Taskforce

Logistics · Sponsorship · Student Affairs

Key Dates

Mark your calendar for these important milestones

Abstract Submission Opens

Submit your research abstracts for consideration

Abstract Submission Deadline

Final date for abstract submissions

Notification of Acceptance

Authors will be notified of their abstract status

Early Bird Registration

Register early and save on conference fees

Conference Days

October–November 2026 | 4 days of scientific exchange

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About University Mohammed VI Polytechnic

Morocco's leading hub for science, innovation, and sustainable development

Founded in 2017 by OCP Group, UM6P is Morocco's leading hub for science, innovation, and sustainable development. Located in Benguerir's Green City, the university hosts world-class laboratories, a 1000-seat conference center, and state-of-the-art research infrastructure.

UM6P has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a Green Campus Award (2024), solar-powered microgrid, and a research ecosystem spanning energy materials, nanotechnology, and data sciences.

The university provides an ideal environment for hosting international scientific events, combining cutting-edge facilities with a commitment to environmental excellence.

Organized by the Materials Science, Energy and Nanoengineering (MSN) Department

The MSN Department at UM6P is a flagship of innovation and interdisciplinary research. It leads major projects in sustainable materials, green energy, and advanced manufacturing.

With over 45 researchers, 160+ publications, and multiple international collaborations, MSN provides the scientific foundation and expertise behind ICNaB 2026.

Venue & Travel Info

UM6P – Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

About UM6P Campus

Located in the heart of Benguerir's Green City, the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) is a hub of innovation and academic excellence. Our state-of-the-art campus combines cutting-edge research facilities with sustainable architecture, creating an inspiring environment for learning and collaboration.

Campus Highlights

  • 1,000+ seat conference hall with advanced AV systems
  • Sustainable, solar-powered green campus
  • State-of-the-art research facilities and labs
  • Modern accommodation and dining facilities
Ibn Rochd Conference Hall at UM6P

Ibn Rochd Conference Hall - UM6P

Location & Directions

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Venue Address

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University,
Lot 660, Hay Moulay Rachid,
43150 Benguerir, Morocco

Coordinates: 32.21864° N, 7.93605° W

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Travel Information

Nearest Airport:
Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
40 minutes by car to UM6P

Alternative Airport:
Mohammed V Airport (CMN), Casablanca
2.5 hours by car to UM6P

Complimentary shuttle service available from major hotels in Marrakech to UM6P campus.

Visa & Entry Requirements

Morocco has a straightforward visa policy, with many nationalities eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival. However, requirements can vary, so we recommend checking with your local Moroccan embassy or consulate well in advance of your travel dates.

Important: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure date from Morocco.

Request Invitation Letter for Visa

Please allow 3-5 business days for processing

Accommodation

Book your stay at our recommended hotels and residences:

Complimentary shuttle service available from selected hotels in Benguerir and Marrakech.

Partners & Sponsors

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