Institute of Technology University of Moratuwa
5th International Research Conference 2026
"Engineering & Technology in Times of Uncertainty: Preserving Human Values and Cultural Heritage During Global Conflicts"
5th November 2026
ITUM, Diyagama, Homagama, Sri Lanka
About the Conference
Bridging Technology & Humanity
The ITUM International Conference 2026 brings together researchers, academics, and industry professionals to explore how engineering and technology can preserve human values and cultural heritage during times of global uncertainty. Join us for groundbreaking discussions across six interdisciplinary tracks.
Research Tracks
Conference Tracks
Sustainable Infrastructure, Built Environment & Resilient Systems
Exploring resilient infrastructure solutions in uncertain contexts for sustainable built environments.
Energy, Electrical, Electronic & Intelligent Systems
Advancing resilient technologies in energy systems, electronics, and intelligent automation.
Mechanical, Marine & Industrial Systems Engineering
Sustainable operations in mechanical, marine, and industrial engineering systems.
Advanced Materials, Polymers, Textiles & Sustainable Products
Culturally inspired sustainable products through advanced materials and textile innovation.
Digital Technologies, AI & Information Systems
Smart and resilient societies through AI, digital transformation, and information systems.
Education in Times of Uncertainty
Building resilience through language, literature, sports, mathematics, aesthetics & human-centered innovation.
Important Dates
Key Dates
Extended Abstract Submission Deadline
Submit your extended abstract (300 words)
Conference Date
ITUM International Conference 2026
Join Us
Submit Your Research
We warmly invite academics, researchers, postgraduate students, and industry collaborators to submit original contributions aligned with the conference theme. All accepted extended abstracts will be assigned a DOI number and published in the official conference proceedings (ISSN 2773-7055), ensuring global visibility and accessibility.
OUR TEAM
Contact Us
Head - Research Unit
Dr. (Ms.) Nadeeka D. Tissera researchunit@itum.mrt.ac.lk
Conference Chair
Dr. (Mrs.) PBTK Premarathne kpremarathne@itum.mrt.ac.lk
Conference Co-chair
Dr. (Mrs.) GK Jayathunga gayanij@itum.mrt.ac.lk
Conference Co-chair
Dr. RN Wijesena ruchiraw@itum.mrt.ac.lk