LightMAT 2023 in Trondheim, Norway

Trondheim, Norway

This year, the conference will be hosted in the beautiful city of Trondheim, Norway, at the NTNU: Norwegian University of Science and Technology's Elektrobygget (Electro Building). For those who can't travel to Trondheim, the conference offers a unique hybrid platform, allowing you to join virtually from anywhere in the world.

The LightMAT 2023 conference is packed with a scientific program featuring over 170 abstracts. The main topics covered at the conference will include:

1. Processing and Additive Manufacturing
2. Applications and Performance
3. Alloy Development
4. Joining and Multi-Material Designs
5. Characterization and Testing
6. Computational Materials Design and Engineering
7. Special Topic – Sustainable and innovative metal processing.

The conference offers a variety of ticket options. For on-site attendees, the ticket includes access to the scientific program, the event on site, participation in the on-site program, the ability to present contributions live on site, access to all presentations by on-site and online participants, and availability of all presentations on demand for up to 14 days after the event. In addition, on-site attendees will enjoy the social program, which includes the conference dinner, catering, coffee breaks, and lunchtime snacks.

For virtual attendees, the online ticket provides access to the scientific program, the ability to present contributions live via the virtual platform directly from your computer, viewing of all posters on the virtual platform, and the chance to interact with other online participants in virtual chat rooms.

Please note, a special discounted ticket category is available for personal DGM members and students (including Ph.D. Students) up to and including the age of 30. A certificate of study for the current semester must be sent by mail for student ticket eligibility.

Not only is the LightMAT 2023 conference an exceptional opportunity for knowledge sharing and networking within the field of light materials, but its location in Trondheim also offers a chance to experience one of Norway's most charming cities. Trondheim, often considered the Norwegian capital of knowledge, is the country's third-largest city and home to the largest university in Norway, NTNU. With a history rich in Nordic culture, Trondheim offers a variety of attractions including the Nidaros Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, and many other museums. Trondheim is also a culinary delight, having been crowned one of the best culinary destinations by Condé Nast Traveler in 2022.

Remember, if you plan on attending in person, book your hotel room early due to the high occupancy rates around the time of the summer solstice.

Join us at LightMAT 2023, either in person or online, to explore the exciting field of light materials, share ideas, and engage in scientific discussions with top minds in the field. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity.

For additional details and ticket purchasing, visit the official conference website.