The 3Bs Materials 2026 conference topics are as follow:

Bioinspired & Biomimetic Design

• Structural hierarchy and multifunctionality in biological materials
• Self-assembly and self-repair mechanisms
• Mechanobiology-inspired architectures
• Evolutionary and morphogenesis-inspired materials
• Design of adaptive and responsive bioinspired systems

Biomimetic Materials & Interfaces

• Biomimetic polymers, composites, and hybrid materials
• Functional coatings and surfaces mimicking adhesion, antifouling, or wettability
• Biointerfaces for cell-material interactions and tissue integration
• Dynamic and stimuli-responsive surfaces
• Bioinspired materials for implants, sensors, and medical devices

Adaptive & Intelligent Bioinspired Systems

• Soft robotics and morphing structures
• Biohybrid and living systems
• Bioelectronic and neuro-integrative materials
• Responsive actuators, sensors, and surfaces
• Materials capable of environmental adaptation or self-regulation

Computational & AI-Guided Biomimetics

• AI-driven biomaterials discovery and optimization
• Digital twins for materials and biological systems
• Multiscale modeling of bioinspired structures
• Generative design and simulation for biomimetic systems
• Integration of computational and experimental workflows

Translational & Functional Biomimetic Applications

• Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine
• Bioinspired drug delivery and therapeutic systems
• Implantable biomimetic scaffolds and sensors
• Wearable bioinspired devices and robotics
• Industrial and environmental applications of biomimetic materials

Biobased Materials & Sustainability

• Synthesis and Processing of Bio-Derived Polymers
• Advanced Natural Fiber Composites and Green Composites
• Biodegradation, Composting, and Material Circularity
• Bio-Renewable Feedstocks and Waste Valorization
• Sustainable Manufacturing and Green Chemistry

Cross-Cutting Horizons: Biomimetics Beyond Biology

• Ethics, societal impact, and regulatory considerations in biomimetics
• Design thinking and innovation inspired by nature
• Bioinspired approaches in architecture, art, and engineering
• Education and workforce development for biomimetics
• Responsible research and innovation (RRI) in bioinspired materials

EU Project Spotlight Workshops

As part of the event programme, we are pleased to present a dedicated series of EU Project Spotlight Workshops, highlighting key breakthroughs from selected EU-funded research and innovation projects.

These thematic workshops offer focused insights into project-specific technological roadmaps, showcasing cutting-edge advances across materials science, photonics, sustainability, and agri-tech.

Workshops Line-up

• BioFibreLoop – Circular bio-based technical textiles with innovative bio-inspired, non-toxic functionalisation
• AGRO4AGRI – Fostering the advanced and sustainable use of agrochemicals for resilient agriculture
• PHAntastic – Standardization of production and characterization methods for bio-based PHAs supporting sustainable packaging
• ViSS – Enabling a viable, safe, and sustainable PHBV value chain for food packaging applications
• ANIPH – Avoiding the negative impacts of plastic materials in humanitarian contexts

The workshops are designed to promote direct interaction and collaboration between EU project consortia, researchers, and industrial stakeholders. Participants will gain first-hand insight into emerging standards, methodologies, and best practices that are expected to shape future industrial developments and regulatory frameworks.