UPM, MASS, and MOSTI Host ICSSST 2025 in Cameron Highlands, Strengthening Malaysia's Position as a Global Innovation Hub
Cameron Highlands, Pahang – Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), in collaboration with the Malaysian Solid-State Science and Technology Society (MASS) and the Malaysian Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI), will host the 10th International Conference on Solid State Science and Technology (ICSSST 2025) on September 26–27, 2025, at the Copthorne Hotel, Cameron Highlands.
This 10th edition of the conference is a crucial opportunity for scientists, researchers, and industry players from around the world to gather and exchange views on the latest advances in solid-state science and technology. ICSSST 2025 will feature a series of events, including plenary sessions with internationally renowned keynote speakers, technical presentations of the latest research results, panel discussions, and a networking forum bringing together representatives from academia, government, and industry.
Topics to be discussed include solid-state physics, materials science, nanotechnology, renewable energy, and advanced electronic systems, which are currently key to addressing global challenges, from the energy crisis to environmental sustainability and digital transformation. The presence of global experts is expected to open new perspectives and encourage the birth of applicable and sustainable innovations.
The UPM Rector emphasized that the organization of ICSSST 2025 aligns with the university's commitment to being a driving force in the development of science and technology in the Southeast Asian region. "This conference is not only a scientific event but also a strategic platform for building interdisciplinary collaborations and strengthening the research ecosystem that impacts sustainable development," he said.
Meanwhile, the involvement of MOSTI emphasizes the importance of synergy between academia, government, and industry in facing the global technological revolution. Through ICSSST 2025, Malaysia is committed to strengthening its position as a globally competitive regional innovation hub while making a tangible contribution to the development of science at the international level.
With the overarching theme "Driving Technological Progress through Sustainable Research," this conference is expected to be an inspiring space to encourage research that is not only oriented towards technological advancement but also supports environmental sustainability and public welfare. Participants will have the opportunity to establish research collaborations, build professional networks, and explore investment opportunities in advanced technology.
ICSSST, which has been running for a decade, is known as a vital platform for scientists to present cutting-edge research results and find solutions to global issues. This year, with the full support of UPM, MASS, and MOSTI, the conference is projected to achieve record international participation and produce strategic recommendations for the future development of science.
With the cool and conducive natural setting of the Cameron Highlands, ICSSST 2025 is expected to provide an ideal atmosphere for participants to discuss, collaborate, and formulate new ideas that can strengthen the role of science and technology as drivers of national progress.
Copthorne Hotel, Cameron Highlands
Copthorne Hotel, Cameron Highlands
Copthorne Hotel, Cameron Highlands
Copthorne Hotel, Cameron Highlands