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The first keynote speakers of MaterialsWeek 2025 have been announced. These renowned experts will share their insights and experiences in materials science with us:

• Prof. Dr. Chris Eberl, Fraunhofer Institute for Mechanics of Materials IWM, Freiburg 
• Dr. Manfred Feyer, General Manager Element Materials Technology, Hamburg 
• Prof. Dr.-Ing. Norbert Huber, Vice President of the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM), Berlin 
• Prof. Dr. Erica Lilleodden, Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWS, Halle 
• Prof. Dr.-Ing. Tobias Melz, Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF, Darmstadt 
• Dr. Petra Sonnweber-Ribic, Robert Bosch GmbH, Renningen/Stuttgart 
• Dr. Dirk Treppmann, Head of Materials Technology Evonik Operations GmbH, Marl 
• Dr. Natalia Konchakova, Coordinator of EU project DigiPass and Coordinator of EU project VIPCOAT at Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereo, Geesthacht

MaterialsWeek 2025 will offer a comprehensive program focusing on forward-looking topics in materials science and engineering: 

Main Topics:

• Digitalization and Industry 4.0: Revolution through artificial intelligence and digital technologies 
• Green materials revolution: Strategies for sustainable materials and circular economy 
• Material innovations as drivers of technological progress: From advanced battery technologies to adaptive smart materials 
• From microstructure to macro product: advances in material development and characterization 
• Safety and reliability: modern approaches to material testing and analysis 
• Multidisciplinary lightweight construction: innovations and challenges in aerospace, automotive, construction and beyond 

Young scientists and industry experts in particular are invited to present their latest research results and network with colleagues. Take this opportunity to expand your knowledge and make valuable contacts. The deadline for abstract submission is 16 September 2024.

We look forward to welcoming you from 02 to 04 April 2025 in Frankfurt am Main or online. Mark this date in your calendar and be part of MaterialsWeek 2025!