Earth Precision Agriculture
August 10-14, 2026, Calgary, AB, Canada
Biodegradable Electronics Conference
Harnessing transient materials and biodegradable electronics to monitor soil health and agro-ecosystems with unprecedented resolution, paving the way for a zero e-waste future in precision agriculture.
About the Biodegradable Electronics Conference Track
The biodegradable electronics conference track at Earth Precision Agriculture 2026 is dedicated to the pioneering research that is redefining the environmental footprint of modern agriculture. As we transition towards more data-intensive farming, the proliferation of traditional electronic waste (e-waste) presents a significant ecological challenge. This track provides a welcoming platform for researchers to share cutting-edge contributions across the full spectrum of transient, eco-friendly, and green technologies.
As a pioneering initiative, the biodegradable electronics conference emphasizes how the integration of intelligent, “deploy-and-forget” systems can generate actionable and hyper-dense insights into soil health and biodiversity while ensuring the long-term stewardship of our planet. We convene experts working in material science, micro- and nano-bio-electronics, robotics, IoT communication, and data science to develop zero e-waste solutions for precision agriculture.
Participants in the biodegradable electronics conference will interact within the broader Earth Precision Agriculture ecosystem, connecting with 20 complementary tracks such as Soil Health, Sensors & Electronics, and Agricultural Robotics. This unique interdisciplinary environment ensures that innovations in transient materials are rapidly translated into scalable, field-ready agricultural applications.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
Advanced Materials and Bio-Electronics
- Bio-Nano and Transient Materials: Novel research on electronic substrates derived from polymers, silk, cellulose, and other biodegradable & compostable materials.
- Green Semiconductors and Eco-Friendly Conductors: Development of sustainable semiconductor materials and heavy-metal-free conductors for high-performance, low-impact circuitry.
- Micro- & Nano-Bio-electronic Circuits: Design and fabrication of miniaturized circuits, flexible and stretchable electronics, and biodegradable power sources for in-situ applications.
- Zero e-Waste & Plastic-Free Electronics: Strategies for designing fully compostable systems that mitigate the environmental impact of large-scale high-density sensor deployments.
Sensing Systems and Instrumentation
- Real-Time In-Situ Soil Sensing: High-resolution monitoring of soil nutrients, health, and biodiversity using transient sensing platforms.
- Intelligent Sensors & Ag Input Controls: Integration of sensing data with automated control systems for precise management of agricultural inputs, such as fertilizers, water, pesticides, etc.
- Instrumentations and MEMS: Advanced micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and specialized instrumentation designed for the unique challenges of agricultural environments.
- Flexible & Stretchable Electronics: Development of conformable sensing skins and devices that can withstand the mechanical stresses of soil and plant growth.
Robotics and Autonomous Deployment
- Bio-inspired Flexible Soil Robotics: Research on soft, bio-inspired robots designed for subsurface exploration and environmental monitoring.
- Biodegradable Robotic Arms, Grippers & Tactile Systems: Development of transient robotic components for autonomous harvesting, planting, and soft handling of agricultural products.
- Hyper-density Soil Sensor Deployment Systems: Novel strategies and platforms for the large-scale, high-density distribution of biodegradable sensors across diverse terrains.
- Autonomous Sensor Deployment Platforms: Use of UAVs, UGVs, and other autonomous systems for the efficient installation and management of field-based green sensing networks.
Communication, IoT, and AI Integration
- Biodegradable Wireless Networks & IoT Systems: Design of transient communication protocols, antennas, RFID tags, and LC circuits for seamless data transmission from the field.
- AI-embedded bio(degradable) Sensors & Actuators: Integration of edge computing and machine learning directly into biodegradable hardware for real-time decision-making.
- Sensor Data Processing & AI: Advanced algorithms for the analysis of high-density sensor data, predictive modeling of soil-plant interactions, and agro-ecological monitoring.
- Edge-computing for Field Sensors: Development of low-power, localized processing units that reduce the energy and bandwidth requirements of remote sensing networks.
Dr. Abdul Munnaf
Assistant Professor
Agricultural Biosystems Engineering Group
Wageningen University
Dr. Femke van Beek
Assistant Professor
Robotics section, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Eindhoven University of Technology
Dr. Arroyo Cardoso
Assistant Professor, Electronic Instrumentation
Department of Microelectronics
Delft University of Technology
Dr. Sujith Raman
Assistant Professor
Department of Electrical Engineering
Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
University of Twente
Dr. Farhad Maleki
Director
Centre for Precision Agriculture
University of Calgary
Biodegradable Electronics Conference at a Glance
- Conference Track: Biodegradable Electronics Conference 2026
- Schedule: August 10-14, 2026
- Location: BMO Centre, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Partner Airlines: Air Canada, WestJet, and Lufthansa Group (exclusive discounts available)
- Partner Hotels: Hyatt Regency Calgary and Sandman Signature Downtown, both within walking distance
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When and where will the Biodegradable Electronics Conference be held?
The biodegradable electronics conference will take place August 10-14, 2026, at the BMO Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We offer exclusive travel discounts through our partner airlines (Air Canada, WestJet, and Lufthansa Group) and discounted rates at our partner hotels (Hyatt Regency Calgary and Sandman Signature Downtown), both within walking distance of the venue.
Q2: What are the main research themes of the biodegradable electronics conference?
The biodegradable electronics conference covers areas such as advanced materials and bio-electronics (including transient polymers and green semiconductors), sensing systems and instrumentation, robotics and autonomous deployment, and communication/IoT integration for deploy-and-forget networks.
Q3: Who is the ideal attendee for the biodegradable electronics conference?
The biodegradable electronics conference covers areas such as advanced materials and bio-electronics (including transient polymers and green semiconductors), sensing systems and instrumentation, robotics and autonomous deployment, and communication/IoT integration for deploy-and-forget networks.
Q4: Are there publication opportunities for research presented at the biodegradable electronics conference?
Yes. The biodegradable electronics conference provides robust publication opportunities. All accepted abstracts will be published in the official EPA proceedings. Furthermore, selected submissions that meet the scope and rigor of the special issues dedicated to the conference tracks of EPA 2026 will be invited to submit to a long list of reputable peer-reviewed journals.