INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
FOR FGMs (IACFGMs)
[U.S.A.]
Prof. Glaucio H. Paulino University of Illinois Prof. Marek-Jerzy Pindera University of Virginia Prof. Jeong-Ho. Kim University of Connecticut Assoc. Prof. Huming Yin Columbia University [ GERMANY ]
(BELGIUM)
Prof. Omer Van Der Biest Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
(FINLAND)
Prof. Michael Gask Aalto University Foundation
[SLOVENIA]
Dr. Sasa Novak Jozef Stefan Institute
[RUSSIA]
Prof. Evgeny Levashov National University of Science and Technology "Moscow Institute of Steel and Alloys" Dr. Vladimir Sanin Institute of Structural Macrokinetics and Materials Science
(CHINA)
Prof. Lianmeng Zhang Wuhan University of Technology Prof. Oingjie Zhang Wuhan University of Technology Prof. Wei Pan Tsinghua University Prof. Chang-Chun Ge University of Science and Technology Beijng Prof. Jing-Feng Li Tsinghua University Prof. Zhangjian Zhou University of Science and Technology Beijng
ISFGMs 2018
15th International Symposium on Functionally Graded Materials, 5-8 August 2018
FURTHER INFORMAtION
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Functionally Graded Materials FORUM of JAPAN 2-1-40 Takamori, Izumi-ku, Sendai Miyagi 981-3203, JAPAN Phone +81-22-343-9161 FAX +81-22-343-9162 E-mail: fgms_2018@f-jost.or.jp First Announcement
15™ INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON
FUNCTIONALLY GRADED MATERIALS
- Structural Sector Approaches for New Functionalities and Durability - 5-8 Auqust 2018 Kitakyushu International Conference Center Kitakyushu, JAPAN Organized by Functionally Graded Materials,FORUM of JAPAN www.fgms.net/isfams2018
Important Dates to Remember
✔ Abstract Submission Open: 20 November 2017 ✔ Abstract Submission Deadline: 20 January 2018
(TURKY)
Prof. Serkan Dag Middle East Technical University
【BRAZIL）
Prof. Femando A. Rochinha Federal University of Rio De Janeiro Dr. Emilo C. N. Silva University of Sao Paulo Dr. Luis Augusto Rocha Universidade Estadual Paulista "Julio de Mesquita Filho"
[SOUTH KOREA]
Assoc. Prof. Hansang Kwon Pukyong National University
[JAPAN]
Prof. Akira Kawasaki Tohoku University Prof. Ichiro Shiota Japan Aerospace Technology Foundation Dr. Akinaqa Kumakawa Japan Aerospace Technology Foundation Dr. Yoshikazu Shinohara National Institute for Materials Science Prof. Takashi Goto Tohoku University Prof. Yoshimi Watanabe Nagoya Institute of Technology Prof. Kazuhiro Hasezaki Tokushima University Prof. Soshu Kirihara Osaka University
[ EMERITUS MEMBERS ]
Prof. Emer. Wolfgang G. J. Bunk Germany Prof. Emer. Fazil Erdogan U.S.A. Prof. Emer. Toshio Hirai Japan
ISFGMs 2018
15th International Symposium on
Functionally Graded Materials - Structural Sector Approaches for New Functionalities and Durability - 5th-8th, August 2018 Kitakyushu International Conference Center, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, JAPAN
TOPICS
Functionally Graded Materials (FGMs) are multi-functional materials which contain spatial variations in composition and microstructure for the specific purpose of controlling variations in thermal, structural or functional properties. These materials are presently in the forefront of material research receiving worldwide attention. Such materials have a broad range of applications including for example, biomechanical, automotive, aerospace, mechanical, civil, nuclear, and naval engineering. New applications are continuously being discovered and developed. This symposium intends to provide opportunities for exchanging ideas and discussing state-of-the-art theories, techniques and applications in the fields of multiscale, multifunctional and functionally graded materials through invited lectures, oral and poster presentations. Topics will include: • Processing • Manufacturing • Design and Characterization • Modeling and Simulations • Multiscale Multiphysics Modeling ● Nano-FGMs • Biomedical and Eco-materials • Biomimetic Materials • Multifunctional Materials • Energy Conversion Materials and Device • Topology Optimization and Homogenization • Thin Films and Coatings • Surfaces and Interfaces • Computational Techniques • Testing and Characterization • Industrial Applications and Commercialization
30% ANNIVERSARY SYMPOSIUM
The first International Symposium on FGMs was held in Sendai (1990) where the concept of FGMs was born. Since then, a series of the symposia has been held every two years in USA, Europe, and Asia. FGMs Forum of Japan formed in 1988 has been strongly supporting these symposia in conjunction with the International Advisory Committee (IACFGMs). The Forum will celebrate the 30th anniversary in 2018    and it was fixed at the IACFGMs meeting in 2016 to hold the 15th symposium in Kitakyushu to commemorate the special year. We invite all of you who are interested in this field and hope to discuss the future of research and applications of FGMs.
YOUNG RESEARCHERS
With the help of sponsorship a special effort will be made to attract the participation of young researchers in the field through a reduction in participation fees. Poster presentation competition for young researchers is planned. For more information of the competition, see the website which is scheduled to open on 20 November 2017; www.fgms.net/istgms2018
SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACT
Those who have interest in the symposium and wish to make a presentation are invited to return the attached reply form. They will receive the second call. Thei deadline of abstract (1 page) submission is 20 January 2018. Your abstract should fit on one A4 page and 297 sent preferably as a PDF-file or as a Word docy dent. Abstract should be submitted through the//wzbsite which is scheduled to open on 20 Novembe /2017; www.fgms.net/isfgms2018 Authors will be notified of its acceptanze/by 20 March 2018. Those who wish to publish their proceedings are encouraged to submit them. The deadline for submission of the proceezíng (2-4 pages) with a camera ready format is 20 May 2018. Peer review of submitted proceedings will be organized before the symposium. The proceedings will be included in a USB memory stick among the conference materials only after the receipt of one full registration fee per proceeding in due time.
PRELIMINARY REGISTRATION
Those who wish to attend the symposium are requested to fill out the attached preliminary registration form and return it t to the secretariat to reach by 20 January 2018.
LOCATION
The conference will take place at Kitakyushi International Conference Center, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, The venue is about 5 minutes' walk from JR X6'4f2 Station, or about 30 minutes' access by the Auser express "Shinkansenn"  from Fukuoka  fris dadona' Airport.
LANGUAGE
The official language will be only Eng Ai Figy As, Tables, and their captions for oral presen Afrons, ay well as posters should be written in Eng Ar
SECRETARIANI
Functionally Graded Materials FORUM of JAPAN 2-1-40 Takamori źźumi-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 981-3283, JAPAN Phone +8X-22-343-9161 FAX /481-22-343-9162 E-mail: fgms 2018et josl.orip