Venue: S.L.Kirloskar Auditorium, BHAU Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Leadership, COEP Technological University, Wellesley Road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune 411005
About India AI Impact Summit
The India AI Impact Summit, to be held in New Delhi from 16 to 20 February 2026, is a flagship global event bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, startups, and international organizations to shape the future of artificial intelligence. Hosted at Bharat Mandapam, the Summit positions India as a leading voice from the Global South in advancing responsible, inclusive, and impact-driven AI. The programme focuses on translating AI innovation into real-world outcomes across sectors such as governance, healthcare, education, sustainability, and economic development.
Pre AI Summit
Ahead of the main Summit, a series of Pre-AI Impact Summit workshops are being organized across the country to build momentum and shape thematic priorities. These workshops are focused on areas such as AI for science, governance, industry applications, and social impact, enabling stakeholder consultations, capacity building, and early collaboration in advance of the New Delhi summit.
AI Enabled Materials: From Discovery to Deployment is an "Official Pre-Summit Event of the AI Impact Summit 2026"
About the Workshop
Join us for an intensive one-day workshop exploring the revolutionary intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Materials Science. This pre-summit event brings together leading researchers, industry experts, Govt organizations, Startups and Entrepreneurs to discuss how Al is transforming materials discovery, characterization, and development.
As we stand at the cusp of a new era in materials science, Al and machine learning technologies are accelerating innovation at unprecedented rates. From computational materials design to automated synthesis and high-throughput experimentation, this workshop will showcase cutting-edge applications and future possibilities.
Key Topics:
- Machine Learning for Material Discovery
- Exploring predictive models and dataÂdriven approaches for discovering new materials
- Computational Material Design
- Al-powered simulations and optimization techniques for materials engineering
- High Throughput Experimentation
- Automated synthesis and characteriza using Al-driven platforms
- Materials Informatics
- Database mining, feature engineering, and knowledge extraction
- Quantum Materials & AI
- Applications in next-generation electronic and photonic materials
- Sustainable Materials
- Al for eco-friendly materials design and circular economy
Workshop Highlights
The proposed programme will include keynote lectures by domain experts, technical sessions, industry and national laboratory case studies, and a panel discussion focusing on transition from research to deployment. The workshop also seeks to initiate a regional collaboration network in AI and Advanced Materials, leveraging Pune's strong ecosystem of academic institutions,R&Dcentres,defenceestablishments,andindustrialinnovation hubs.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is designed for researchers, faculty members, graduate students, industry professionals, Govt agencies, national laboratories and anyone interested in the convergence of Al and materials science. Whether you're working in materials engineering, computational chemistry, data science, or related fields, this event offers valuable insights into emerging trends and practical applications.
Prerequisites:
Basic understanding of materials science or machine learning concepts is helpful but not mandatory. All sessions are designed to be accessible to a multidisciplinary audience.
Workshop Schedule
Register Now
Secure your spot at this transformative workshop and be part of the future of materials science. There is no registration fees. However, registration is mandatory
Register at: https://forms.gle/F5jt4rakgK6LBQey9
Contact Information
For queries and more information:
Email: aimaterials2026[at]coeptech[dot]ac[dot]in
Phone: +91-9765497730
Organizers: COEP Technological University, CANEUS International, Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET)
About the Organizers
COEP Technological University
CoEP Technological University (formerly College of Engineering Pune), established in 1854, is one of India's oldest and most prestigious engineering institutions, now functioning as a unitary public university under the Government of Maharashtra. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, and has emerged as a hub for advanced research in robotics, artificial intelligence, and materials engineering. Through its Department of Robotics & AI, CoEP Tech integrates interdisciplinary expertise to drive innovation in next-generation technologies, aligning with national priorities in advanced manufacturing and sustainable development.
In the field of AI in Advanced Materials, CoEP Tech is actively developing academic programs, research initiatives, and collaborative projects that apply artificial intelligence to materials discovery, design, and deployment. By combining robotics, AI, and computational modeling, theuniversity is working on accelerating materials research for aerospace, automotive, and clean energy applications. Its focus includes automation of materials testing, predictive modeling of material properties, and integration of AI-driven platforms for advanced composites and smart materials.
CANEUS
CANEUS International, based in Canada, is a non-profit organization that fosters international collaboration in aerospace, defense, and emerging technologies, particularly focusing on micro- and nano-technologies. It has historically worked with global institutions, governments, and industry to create frameworks for technology sharing, disaster management applications, and advanced aerospace innovations, positioning itself as a facilitator of cross-border partnerships in high-tech domains.
In the area of AI in Advanced Materials, CANEUS has been actively involved in initiatives that align with Canada's broader push toward accelerated materials discovery. Leveraging artificial intelligence, robotics, and high-performance computing, these efforts aim to drastically reduce the time and cost of developing new materials—especially those critical for clean energy and aerospace applications. By supporting the concept of Materials Acceleration Platforms (MAPs), which are self-driving labs that automate synthesis and characterization, CANEUS contributes to transforming traditional R&D into a data-driven, AI-enabled process that can speed up innovation by nearly tenfold.
C-DAC
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), an autonomous R&D institution under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is India's premier organization driving innovation in advanced computing, high-performance systems, and applied AI. With decades of credibility in supercomputing, software technologies, and national mission projects, CDAC provides the computational backbone for cutting-edge research across domains.
Relevance to AI in Advanced Materials:
- High-Performance Computing (HPC) for Materials Discovery: CDAC's PARAM supercomputers and AI platforms enable large-scale simulations, molecular modeling, and predictive analytics for advanced materials, drastically reducing discovery timelines.
- AI-Driven Research Acceleration: CDAC develops AI frameworks that integrate with materials datasets, supporting machine learning models for property prediction, defect analysis, and optimization of synthesis processes.
- Cross-Domain Integration: By combining expertise in AI, data analytics, and computational modeling, CDAC bridges materials science with digital innovation, enabling breakthroughs in semiconductors, nanomaterials, and sustainable technologies.
- National Mission Alignment: CDAC's role in initiatives like the National Supercomputing Mission ensures that India's AI ecosystem has indigenous, secure, and scalable infrastructure to support advanced materials research.
C-MET
Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET), an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is India's premier institution dedicated to advanced electronic materials research. With specialized laboratories in nanomaterials, sensors, electronic packaging, and ultra-high purity materials, C-MET has established itself as a credible national hub for innovation and technology transfer.
In the context of AI in Advanced Materials, C-MET's is focusing on:
- AI-driven material discovery and design: C-MET's experimental expertise and datasets in nanostructures, functional materials, and high-performance substrates provide fertile ground for AI-enabled predictive modeling, accelerating the discovery of next-generation materials.
- Foundational support for AI hardware ecosystems: By developing advanced substrates, microwave components, and purity-controlled materials, C-MET directly strengthens the semiconductor, sensor, and computing infrastructure that powers AI applications.