Scientific exchange
Oral and poster sessions spanning fundamental gel science, functional soft materials and biomedical applications.
15th Joint International Symposium
A four-day international forum connecting researchers in polymer gels, soft matter, biomaterials and biomedical polymers.
About
A milestone meeting in Taipei
Gel Symposium 2027 brings together researchers and industry professionals to exchange advances in polymer gels, soft matter, biomaterials and biomedical polymers through invited lectures, oral presentations, poster sessions and networking activities.
Official language: English.
International community
Researchers, students, invited speakers and industry participants from Taiwan, Japan and around the world.
Taipei experience
A university-based scientific program with a welcome reception, excursion and symposium banquet.
Program
Draft schedule
All times are Taipei local time (UTC+8). Session rooms and social-event venues are subject to final confirmation.
SundayFeb 28Arrival & posters
Poster SessionArea A
Welcome ReceptionVenue to be announced
MondayMar 1Opening day
Opening Ceremony & Oral PresentationsIB-101 / IB-201 / IB-202
Group PhotoEntrance staircase; indoor at IB-101 if raining
Oral PresentationsIB-101 / IB-201 / IB-202
TuesdayMar 2Science & culture
Oral PresentationsIB-101 / IB-201 / IB-202
ExcursionDetails to be announced
Symposium BanquetVenue to be announced
WednesdayMar 3Closing day
Oral Presentations & Closing CeremonyIB-101 / IB-201 / IB-202
People
Speaker profile
Profiles of plenary, keynote and invited speakers will be published here as they are announced.
Speaker information
Coming Soon
Speaker profiles will be announced on this page.
Call for abstracts
Submission rules
Review the abstract format, file requirements and submission steps below before uploading your work.
Abstract requirements
- Language: English.
- Accepted file types: PDF or DOCX.
- Maximum upload size: 20 MB per file.
- One abstract per file; use the official template when released.
- Suggested length: one A4 page, including figures and references.
- The presenting author must be identified and must register after acceptance.
- Work must be original and suitable for scientific presentation.
File naming & revisions
Name the file:
Category_PresentationType_FamilyName_GivenName_v01.pdf
For a revision, increase the version number. Do not overwrite or delete a previously submitted file. Only the latest version received before the deadline will be reviewed.
Presentation types: Oral or Poster. Final assignment is determined by the Scientific Committee.
Submission workflow
Prepare
Use the official English template and confirm the file is no larger than 20 MB.
Upload
Open the secure Google submission form, enter the author details and upload the file.
Confirm
Keep the submission receipt. Contact the Secretariat if no acknowledgement is received within three business days.
Registration & payment
Registration categories & fees
Select the category that matches your current professional or student status. All fees are in New Taiwan dollars (TWD) and include VAT.
| Item | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Industry registration | Employees, executives, practitioners and other non-academic participants. | NT$20,000 |
| Academia registration | Faculty, researchers, postdoctoral fellows and staff affiliated with universities or research institutions. | NT$16,000 |
| Student registration | Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students. A valid student ID or enrollment certificate must be uploaded during registration. | NT$10,000 |
Payment and invoices
- Payment is in TWD. Taiwan participants may use NewebPay or domestic TWD bank transfer; international participants may use PayPal or eligible credit cards.
- Currency conversion and any fees charged by the payer’s card issuer or payment provider are determined by that provider.
- Accuracy Integrated Marketing LTD. is the Taiwan event organizer, registration-fee collector and invoice issuer.
- For a company invoice, please contact the organizer with the invoice title and Unified Business Number.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor applications require review. The application form and registration details will be announced separately; exhibitors do not check out here.
Cancellation and refund policy
- A refund request must be submitted in writing to service@accuracyimc.com from the registered email address.
- Approved refunds will be returned to the original payment method.
- Payment-processing or bank charges that are not returned by the provider may be deducted and will be disclosed before processing.
- If the event is cancelled by the organizer, paid registration fees will be refunded; personal travel and accommodation costs are not covered.
- The detailed refund deadline and any applicable cancellation scale will be displayed before registration opens and must be accepted at checkout.
Registration and submissions
Choose the appropriate path below. The three destinations remain unchanged while the registration workflow is being finalized.
FAQ
Before you submit
Find answers to common questions about abstract submission, registration, payment and invoices.
Can I upload more than one abstract?
Yes. Submit each abstract as a separate file and complete a separate submission record for each work.
Can I replace a submitted file?
Upload a new version with the revised version number in the filename. The latest version received before the deadline will be reviewed.
Does abstract submission include registration?
No. Acceptance and paid registration are separate. The presenting author must complete registration by the deadline stated in the acceptance notice.
How will I receive an invoice?
Provide complete invoice information at checkout. Taiwan Uniform Invoices and overseas Commercial Invoices or receipts will be issued according to the payer information and applicable tax rules.