The 24th International Conference on Ion Beam Modification of Materials (IBMM‑24) brought together a diverse and highly engaged community of researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to exchange the latest advances in ion beam science and its applications. The scientific sessions included:
The conference was highly successful and well attended, with 213 participants from a broad international community. Its rich scientific program was built from 240 submitted abstracts, including 52 selected oral presentations, highlighting the continued relevance and evolution of ion beam techniques across both fundamental research and emerging technologies. Engagement across career stages was strong, with active student participation and a preconference school attended by approximately 35 PhD students.
IBMM‑24 emphasized both scientific excellence and community spirit, with initiatives such as the 3‑Minute Thesis competition and Best Poster Awards recognizing outstanding contributions. The wide international participation further highlighted the global and collaborative nature of the ion beam community. Sustainability and scalability emerged as important cross‑cutting themes, with contributions addressing energy‑efficient processing, radiation effects in nuclear materials, and material performance under extreme conditions, reinforcing the field’s role in tackling global challenges.
Another key highlight was the strong involvement of early‑career researchers, whose innovative contributions demonstrated new directions and ensured the field’s continued growth. The conference fostered valuable networking, collaboration, and interdisciplinary exchange. Supported by dedicated committees and organizers, the high‑quality program will have lasting impact through dissemination in a planned special issue of Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research B (NIMB).
The list of Participating countries at IBMM 2026 can be found