ISFGM 2024

17th International Symposium on

Functionally Graded Materials

SEP 29 - OCT 2, 2024

Braga - Portugal

Braga - Portugal

Functionally Graded Materials (FGMs) are multi-phase materials in which the micro- and/or nanostructure is manipulated in order to provide a non-uniform distribution of the different phases. The intention is to build different spatial or even time-dependent properties throughout the mass of a single component, giving multi-functionality and sensitivity to various external solicitations.

This is a multi-disciplinary field of work in which scientists with backgrounds in engineering and physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine are involved. Furthermore, the interest of industrials in this challenging field is high because new applications are continuously being discovered and developed to join those already existing in biomedical, biomechanical, automotive, aerospace, mechanical, civil, nuclear, and naval engineering.

It will be a major forum with opportunities for networking, exchanging experiences, discussing, and enhancing state-of-the-art techniques and recent developments in FGMs. 

We count on your presence.

PLENARY SPEAKERS

Join us for an electrifying lineup of plenary speakers at our upcoming event.

From groundbreaking research to innovative ideas, our plenary sessions promise to captivate and motivate. Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to connect with thought leaders and shape the future together.

Reserve your spot now and be part of an unforgettable experience

  • Professor Jeongho Kim

    Director, Connecticut Manufacturing Simulation Center and Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Connecticut

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  • Professor Lars Montelius

    Professor Emeritus Lund University, Sweden

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  • Professor Manuela Gomes

    Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics Research Group, Associate Professor

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  • Prof. Dr. Michael Gasik, Dr. Sci.

    Aalto University Foundation, Finland

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  • Professor Yoshimi Watanabe

    Nagoya Institute of Technology, Japan

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Open call for oral and poster presentations.

Abstracts must be submitted via the Submission Form.
NEW Deadline: April 30, 2024

Language: The official language of the conference is English.

Topics

Manufacturing

  • Nano-FGMs

  • Deposition and Casting

  • Non-Reactive Bulk Processing of FGMs

  • Reactive Bulk and Melt Processing of FGMs

  • Processing of Layers

  • Powder Processing

  • Infiltration Processing

Design, Testing and Characterization

  • Functional Materials

  • Optimal Design of Material Composition Distribution

  • Functionally Graded Composite Structures

  • Material-Property Estimation Techniques

  • Measurement Methods and Characterizations

  • Topology Optimization

  • Homogenization

  • Design, Sintering and Properties of Bulk Materials

  • Properties Characterization

  • Fracture Characterization

Modeling and Simulation

  • Multiscale Multiphysics Modeling

  • Nano, Micro and Meso-Scale Modeling

  • Stress in FGM Coatings and Joints

  • Mathematical Modeling

  • Properties Modeling

  • Computational Techniques

  • Fracture Mechanics

Applications

  • Thin Films

  • Tribological Coatings

  • Thermal Barrier Coatings

  • Graded Abrasive Tools

  • Functional Components

  • Biomedical Applications

  • Biocompatible Materials

  • Biomimetic Materials

  • Energy Conversion Materials & Systems

  • Piezoelectric Systems

Delegate

Student (PhD or MSc)

Accompanying Person

Organization and Committees

  • Chairman: Ana Ribeiro (INL)

  • Co-Chairman: Luís A. Rocha (IPVC)

  • Executive Committee: Conference Office (INL)

 

International Advisory Committee on Functionally Graded Materials (IACFGM)

  • Akinaga Kumakawa,
    Japan Aerospace Technology Foundation (Emeritus Member)

  • Akira Kawasaki, Tohoku University

  • Akinaga Kumakawa, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency

  • B.L. Wang, The University of Sydney

  • Catherine DEBIEMME-CHOUVY, Sorbonne Université

  • Chang-Chun Ge, University of Science and Technology Beijing

  • Choji Endo, Japan Aerospace Technology

  • Emer Bunk, Germany (Emeritus Member)

  • Emer Erdogan, Lehigh University (Emeritus Member)

  • Emilio Silva, University of São Paulo

  • Evgeny Levashov, Moscow State Institute of Steel and Alloys

  • F. Erdogan, Lehigh University

  • Fernando A. Rochinha, Federal University of Rio De Janeiro

  • Fumio Narita, Tohoku University

  • Guannan Wang, College of Civil Engineering and Architecture Zhejiang University

  • G.H. Paulino, Engineering, University of Illinois

  • Hannah Boehrk, German Aerospace Center (DLR)

  • Hansang Kwon, Pukyong National University

  • Humming Yin, Columbia University

  • I. Shiota, Kogakuin University

  • Jean-François Silvain,
    Institut de Chimie de la Materiere Condensee de Bordeaux

  • Jeong-Ho Kim, University of Connecticut

  • Jing-Feng Li, Tsinghua University

  • Kazuhiro Hasezaki, Tokushima University

  • K. Bowman, Purdue University

  • K. Kokini, Purdue University

  • Kiyotaka Matsuura, Hokkaido University

  • Lianmeng Zhang, Wuhan University of Technology

  • Luís Augusto Rocha, IPVC - Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo

  • L. Zhang, Wuhan University of Technology

  • M-J. Pindera, University of Virginia

  • Michael M. Gasik, Helsinki University of Technology

  • M. Niino, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency

  • Nguyen Dinh Duc, Vietnam National University

  • Omer Van Der Biest, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

  • Qiang Shen, Wuhan University of Technology

  • Qingjie Zhang, Wuhan University of Technology

  • Sasa Novak, Jozef Stefan Institute

  • S. Uemura, S. U. Advantech

  • Shinji Muneto, Kyushu University

  • Serkan Dag, Middle East Technical University

  • Serkan Dag, Middle East Technical University

  • Soshu Kirihara, Osaka University (Emeritus Member)

  • Takashi Goto, Tohoku University

  • T. Hirai, Former Vice President of FGM Forum Japan

  • Thorsten Gerdes,
    University of Bayreuth

  • Vladimir Sanin,
    Institute of Structural Macrokinetics and Materials Science

  • Wei Pan, Tsinghua University

  • Xiao-Na Ren, University of Science and Technology Beijing

  • Y. Miyamoto, Osaka University

  • Yoshikazu Shinohara, National Institute for Materials Science

  • Yoshimi Watanabe, Nagoya Institute of Technology

  • Yu Zhang, University of Pennsylvania

  • Zhangijan Zhou, University of Science and Technology Beijing

Everything you need to know before booking your room in Braga

We collected several hotels in Braga where you can book your stay during the conference.

You can see the list of hotels below.

Five-Star Hotels *****

Meliá Braga Hotel &Spa

(Walking distance 0.14 km | 9 minutes)

  • Single: 90€

  • Double: 105€ breakfast included (+1.50€ touristic fee per person)

  • + Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Booking:  res.melia.braga@meliaportugal.com (+)351 253 144 000

Promocode: ISFGM 2024_Conference

Four-Star Hotels ****

Vila Galé Collection Braga

  • Standard single approx 102,00€ | Twin: approx 113,00€

  • Palazzo approx 116,00€ | Twin: approx 130,00€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Booking: braga.grupos@vilagale.com (+) 351 217 907 643

Hotel do Parque

  • Single: approx 54€ Double

  • Twin: approx 66€ / 3rd Person: approx 26€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Direct booking link

Hotel Villa Garden Braga

  • Standard Double: approx 68€ | Twin: approx 68€

  • Classic Suit: approx 110,50€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Booking: reservas@villagarden.pt  (+)351 253 680 020

Mercure Braga Centro

  • Single: approx 85€

  • Double: approx 95€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Direct booking link

Hotel Moon Sun

  • Single: approx 75€

  • Double: approx 80€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Direct booking link

Burgus Hotel

  • Standard Single: approx 84.00€

  • Double: approx 94€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Booking: info@burgushotel.com / (+) 351 253 680 000

Hotel do Elevador

  • Single: approx 54€

  • Double/Twin: approx 66€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

Direct booking link

Three-Star Hotels ***

Hotel Dona Sofia

Porta Nova Collection House

B&B Hotel Braga Lamaçães

  • Approx 47€

  • Tourist fee 1,50€ per night

    Direct booking link 

    info@hotel-lamacaes.com

    (+) 351 253 603 689

The INL International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, located in Braga (North of Portugal), was founded by the governments of Portugal and Spain under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research and deploy and articulate nanotechnology for the benefit of society.

INL aims to become the worldwide hub for nanotechnology, addressing society’s grand challenges.

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