NSSY Conference
International Edition
WELCOME
Welcome to the sixth edition of the Nanoscience Summer School @ Yachay Tech (NSSY 2026)—an international event bringing together researchers, students, and enthusiasts in nanotechnology. Over five days, we will explore cutting-edge advances in nanoscience, share innovative ideas, and enjoy the unique environment of the Galápagos Islands.
About
NSSY 2026
The NSSY2026 is a dynamic five-day conference where international scientists, leading researchers, and passionate students in nanotechnology converge. The event features captivating morning keynote sessions, invited talks by top researchers, and contributed talks from outstanding abstract submissions, fostering open discussions during informal poster sessions. With a main focus on a two-day poster session, NSSY202 offers an ideal platform for knowledge exchange. Dedicated to nurturing emerging talent, this international gathering anticipates the participation of 120 delegates, including speakers, researchers, Ph.D. candidates, and undergraduates, creating an informal atmosphere for idea exchange and result sharing across various nanotechnology domains, both theoretical and experimental. NSSY2026 promises innovation, inspiration, and fruitful collaboration.
TOPICS
Local Organizing Team
Organizers
Gema González (chair)
Yachay Tech University - Ecuador
Charlotte Berrezueta (co-chair)
Freie Universität Berlin - Germany
Melany Aguilar Ramirez
Yachay Tech University - Ecuador
Cristina Rubio Apolo
Yachay Tech University - Ecuador
Alexis Garzón
Yachay Tech University - Ecuador
León Ocaña
Yachay Tech University - Ecuador
Scientific Advisory Board
Vincent Meunier (co-chair)
Penn State University - United States
Eric Anglaret
Univ. Montpellier - France
Carla Bittencourt
University of Mons - Belgium
Sofie Cambré
Antwerp University - Belgium
Silvia Giordani
University College Dublin - Ireland
Gema González
Yachay Tech - Ecuador
Shigeo Maruyama
Tokyo University - Japan
Duncan Mowbray
Yachay Tech - Ecuador
Stephanie Reich
Freie Universität Berlin - Germany
Humberto Terrones
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - USA
COMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
NSSY has expanded its horizons by incorporating impactful initiatives that reach out to the local community. We are dedicated to nurturing scientific curiosity among young minds, especially in regions where access to scientific culture is limited.
The STEM ADVENTURES LAB SCHOOL (SALS) stands as a parallel event, wholly committed to empowering children from the Galapagos Islands. Through engaging and enjoyable scientific workshops, kids have the unique opportunity to closely interact with scientists and delve into the wonders of research.
Our vision is to ignite a passion for science and innovation, cultivating a new generation of forward-thinking individuals capable of making enduring contributions to the Galapagos Islands and beyond. We actively promote the significance of STEM education, foster interest in STEM careers, and elevate the academic standards of primary and secondary education in the region.