Themes

Theme 1 – Materials for Health

Coordinator: Christophe DROUET

Positioned at the intersection of materials science and life sciences, this session invites researchers, clinicians, industry professionals, and doctoral students to explore the most promising innovations in the field of biomaterials. How can we design intelligent materials to repair tissues, interact with biological systems at the nanoscale, and address the ethical and societal challenges they entail? Contributions focusing on advances in nanobiotechnologies, regenerative medicine, and ethical and societal issues related to acceptability are particularly welcome. Join us to share insights, learn, and collectively shape the materials of tomorrow's healthcare.

Keywords: Biomaterials, Regenerative Medicine, Nanobiotechnologies, Biomedical Ethics.

Theme 2 – Additive Manufacturing of Large-Scale Components: Applications in Transportation and Energy

Coordinators: Yicha ZHANG and Daniel COUTELLIER

Additive manufacturing is experiencing rapid growth, particularly in the production of large-scale components for the sectors of sustainable transportation, soft mobility, and energy. This session aims to provide a state-of-the-art overview of recent developments in processes, materials (metals, polymers, composites), control of mechanical properties, and component qualification. Contributions are expected to address technological bottlenecks, industrialization prospects, and issues related to sustainability, repairability, and reuse within the framework of a circular economy. Special attention will be given to industrial demonstrators and feedback from real-world applications.

Keywords: Additive Manufacturing, Large-Scale Components, Sustainable Mobility and Energy, Industrial Certification.

Theme 3 – Enhancing the Attractiveness of Careers in Materials Science: What Opportunities for Young People?

Coordinators: Amina TANDJAOUI and Jean-Dominique GUERIN

Despite its ubiquitous presence across all industrial sectors, materials science and engineering appears to be losing appeal, particularly among younger audiences in secondary and high schools. At both local and national levels, ambitious initiatives are emerging or being actively implemented by higher education institutions to promote, popularize, and make this field accessible and attractive to all. These include outreach programs, immersion internships, and more targeted initiatives such as Integrated Scientific Studies Programs.

Submissions are expected to highlight feedback from experience, educational tools, or outreach strategies aimed at promoting scientific and technical culture in connection with materials science. This session will serve as a fertile ground for the development of new actions within the community.

Keywords: Careers, Education & Training, Industrial Case Studies, Knowledge Dissemination, Science Communication.