Date: November 10-15, 2024

Venue: Sydney, Australia

Host: International Society of Bionic Engineering (ISBE)

Organizer: The University of New South Wales, Australia
                   Jilin University, China
                   Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials, Republic of Korea

Bionics, which involves constructing artificial systems that mimic living organisms, is advancing the frontiers of biology and engineering. The creation of numerous biomimetic materials and devices is transforming the future of human life. As with the previous workshop series, the International Workshop on Bionic Engineering 2024  (IWBE 2024) will be jointly organized with the International Symposium on Nature-Inspired Technology 2024 (ISNIT 2024) on November 10-15 in Sydney, Australia. The workshop will offer a platform for bionic researchers around the world to share the latest achievements and exchange their ideas.

The host city, Sydney, is Australia’s largest city, and with its magnificent harbour and strategic position, is one of the most important ports in the South Pacific. Perched on gentle hills that cradle a vast harbor brimming with countless bays and inlets, the cityscape is crowned by the imposing Sydney Harbour Bridge and the iconic Opera House. To the west of the city center lies Darling Harbour, a modern precinct renowned for hosting conventions, major concerts, indoor sporting events, and political gatherings.

l  Honorary Chairs:

Thomas Stegmaier, DITF Denkendorf, Germany
He Liu, Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development, PetroChina
Lei Ren, Jilin University, China; The University of Manchester, UK
Eui-Sung Yoon, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Republic of Korea

l  General Chairs

Chris D. Rudd, JCU Singapore
Marc Weissburg, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
Hyuneui Lim, Korea Institute of Machinery & Materials, Republic of Korea
Cuie Wen, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia
Sridhar Ravi, The University of New South Wales, Australia
Zhihui Zhang, Jilin University, China

l  Executive Chairs

Tim Jakobi, The University of New South Wales, Australia
Runmao Wang, Jilin University, China
Chunbao Liu, Jilin University, China
Yue Jiang, Jilin University, China
Zhe Wang, Jilin University, China
Wonjung Kim, Yonsei University, Republic of Korea

l  Topics

Biological systems & biodiversity
Bioinspired surfaces and interfaces
Bioinspired structures and materials
Bionic machinery
Biomechanics and bionic healthcare engineering
Motion bionics and bionic intelligence
Environmental perception and bionic sensing
Biofabrication and bionic manufacturing

l  Important Dates

July 31, 2024:  Abstract submission deadline
July 31, 2024:  Early bird registration deadline
November 10, 2024:  Registration
November 11-12, 2024:  Workshop presentations
November 13-14, 2024:  Youth Development Forum
November 15, 2024:  Technical visiting

l  Abstract Submission

Submission page: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/IWBEISNIT2024 

The workshop invites scholars to submit proposals for presentations before July 31, 2024. Please download the Abstract Template of the Workshop for submission. The abstract should be one or two A4 pages in length, may include figures, tables and references.

l  Featured Speakers

l  Location

Galleries of the John Niland Scientia Building (K-G19), The University of New South Wales

Address: G19 library Rd, Kensington, Sydney NSW 2052 Australia

Please download the UNSW Kensington Campus Map for reference.

From the Main Entrance of the John Niland Scientia Building to workshop venue (The Galleries):

1. Enter the John Niland Scientia Building through the main entrance.

2. Walk straight through the foyer and atrium.

3. Follow signs for "The Galleries" or "Exhibition Space."

4. Go down one level using the stairs or  elevator to the lower ground floor.

5. Follow hallway signs to "The Galleries”.

l  Hotel Recommendation

1.  SKYE Suites Green Square

·    Address: 8 Tweed Pl, Zetland NSW 2017, Australia
·    300-350 AUD pn in November.
·    Breakfast is an extra 35 AUD per person per night.
·    https://oneglobalresorts.com.au/ 

2.  Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach, an IHG Hotel

·    Address: 46 Carr St, Coogee NSW 2034, Australia
·    350-400 AUD pn in November.
·    Breakfast is an extra 35 AUD per person per night or often included in booking price.
·    https://coogeebeach.crowneplaza.com/ 

3.  Dive Hotel Coogee

·    Address: 234 Arden St, Coogee NSW 2034, Australia
·    175-225 AUD pn in November.
·    Complimentary continental breakfast is provided in all bookings.
·    https://www.divehotel.com.au/

4.  Veriu Randwick (Within Walking Distance to Workshop Venue)

·    Address: 65-71 Belmore Rd, Randwick, New South Wales 2031, Australia
·    250-350 AUD pn in November.
·    No breakfast available. However, many cafes and food options on the street around the hotel.
·    https://veriu.com.au/hotels/veriu-randwick/

l  Transportation

Please download the Public Transport Directions for reference. 

l  Registration

Link of online registration: http://iwbe2024.huicekeji.com/EnUserCentral/Index/Login 

* Registration fees include workshop materials, catering during the workshop, welcome dinner, and a full access to the workshop.

* Registration fees do not include lodging and participants are responsible for securing their hotel accommodations.

* All payments are handled by Chengdu Tinglan Meeting co., Ltd.  

* The refund requests will receive a full fund minus the processing fee and possible loss. Processing of the refunds may take over 30 days. 

l  Invitation letter

Please send the information of your full name on the passport, gender, date of birth, and passport number to Dr. Tim Jakobi (t.jakobi@adfa.edu.au) to get the invitation letter for visa.

l  Contact Information

Academic inquiry: Dr. Zhe Wang, zhe_wang@jlu.edu.cn

Invitation letter inquiry: Dr. Tim Jakobi, t.jakobi@adfa.edu.au

Registration inquiry: Dr. Ximei Tian, secretariat@isbe-online.org

l  Conference Website: http://iwbe2024.huicekeji.com/