The Twentieth International Symposium on Magnetic Bearings (ISMB20) will take place at Crowne Plaza Nanjing , an IHG® Hotel, in Nanjing, Jiangning, China, from 16 to 19 August 2027. The primary aims are to promote global scientific exchange and enhance understanding of cutting-edge magnetic bearing developments—including theoretical analysis, control systems, and applications in aerospace, turbomachinery, and medical fields—while fostering academic-industrial collaborations. As the premier gathering for researchers worldwide, ISMB20 will advance innovation and public awareness of magnetic bearing technology. To learn more about the history of ISMB and the past symposia, please visit the web portal URL:https://www.magneticbearings.org/

The ISMB20 will be held at the Crowne Plaza Nanjing Jiangning By IHG in Nanjing, China. The hotel is located in Jiangning District, Nanjing, with convenient access to major transportation hubs including the Nanjing South Railway Station and Nanjing Lukou International Airport.

Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province, is a historic city that once served as the capital of several dynasties and now stands as a hub of modern innovation. It is home to renowned attractions such as the Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao) and Xuanwu Lake. Well-connected by China's high-speed rail network, Nanjing is just about 1.5 hours from Shanghai and 3.5 hours from Beijing.