ICANS History

The ICALS/ICAMS/ICANS conference series has a long and rich history, spanning several decades of advancements in the field of amorphous and nanocrystalline semiconductors. Since its inception in 1965 with the first conference, ICALS1, in Prague, Czechoslovakia, the series has grown to become a premier international event for researchers, scientists, engineers, and industry professionals working in this field. The conferences are held biennially, rotating across various locations worldwide, providing a diverse and global perspective on the subject.

Over the years the topics covered by the conference have evolved, most recently including 2D and perovskite materials. ICANS30 continues this tradition by incorporating research into materials and devices for quantum technologies.

ICALS/ICAMS/ICANS conferences have played a pivotal role in shaping the field of amorphous and nanocrystalline semiconductors. They have provided a platform for researchers to showcase their latest breakthroughs, discuss cutting-edge research, and explore the potential applications of these materials. The conferences have facilitated collaborations between researchers from different disciplines and fostered international partnerships, leading to advancements in technology, scientific understanding, and industrial applications.

The conferences also serve as a forum for networking and professional development, allowing participants to engage in fruitful discussions, share ideas, and establish connections with colleagues from around the world. The conference program typically includes keynote speeches, oral and poster presentations, workshops, and panel discussions, offering ample opportunities for participants to learn, collaborate, and stay abreast of the latest developments in the field.

Location History

Conference Year Location Plenary Speaker
ICALS1
1965
Prague, Czechoslovakia
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ICALS2
1967
Bucharest, Romania
-
ICALS3
1969
Cambridge, England
-
ICALS4
1971
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Sir Nevill Mott
ICALS5
1973
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Federal Republic of Germany
-
ICALS6
1975
Leningrad, USSR
-
ICALS7
1977
Edinburgh, Scotland
-
ICALS8
1979
Cambridge, MA, USA
-
ICALS9
1981
Grenoble, France
David Adler
ICALS10
1983
Tokyo, Japan
Walter Spear
ICALS11
1985
Rome, Italy
Robert Street
ICALS12
1987
Prague, Czechoslovakia
Josef Stuke
ICALS13
1989
Asheville, NC, USA
Hellmut Fritzsche
ICAS14
1991
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Federal Republic of Germany
Kazunobu Tanaka
ICAS15
1993
Cambridge, England
William Paul
ICAS16
1995
Kobe, Japan
Ted Davis
ICAMS17
1997
Budapest, Hungary
Gerry Lucovsky
ICAMS18
1999
Snowbird, UT, USA
Martin Stutzmann
ICAMS19
2001
Nice, France
Lothar Ley
ICAMS20
2003
Campos do Jordão, Brazil
Akihisa Matsuda
ICANS21
2005
Lisbon, Portugal
P. Craig Taylor
ICANS22
2007
Breckenridge, CO, USA
Walther Fuhs
ICANS23
2009
Utrecht, The Netherlands
Sigurd Wagner
ICANS24
2011
Nara, Japan
Jan Kočka
ICANS25
2013
Toronto, Canada
Hideo Hosono
ICANS26
2015
Aachen, Germany
John Robertson
ICANS27
2017
Seoul, South Korea
Sergei Baranovski
ICANS28
2019
Paris, France
Elvira Fortunato
ICANS29*
2022
Nanjing, China
Matthias Wuttig
ICANS30
2024
Manchester, England
TBA

*ICANS29 Impacted by COVID-19 and held in hybrid format

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