Material Strength
& Durability Symposium
The Material Strength & Durability Symposium returns for its fifth edition! Join leading global experts as they share the latest in experimental and computational research. Discover cutting-edge insights into material strength and durability.
Material Strength
& Durability Symposium 2026
co-hosted by professors Laura De Lorenzis (D-MAVT) & David Kammer (D-BAUG)
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 08.30 -17.45
ETH Zentrum, Alumni Pavillon (MM C 78.1)
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Strength and durability are key factors that determine the potential and limitations of materials used in all engineering disciplines.
- Accurate prediction of material strength and toughness,
- effective control of material degradation caused by environmental exposure and long-term service conditions,
- and the optimal design of micro- and mesostructures to enhance performance and reliability
are therefore critical challenges in the development of new technologies.
Pitch Your Research - Call for Applications
The symposium offers a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of exciting research in Material Strength & Durability. To foster exchange, doctoral students are encouraged to give a five-minute pitch to share their work with peers and experts.
This is a great chance to refine your presentation skills, showcase your research, and spark new discussions. As a reward, all presenters—as well as doctoral students from the Strength & Durability of Materials track—will be invited to the symposium dinner, offering further opportunities for networking in an informal setting.
At the end of the symposium, the audience will select the best pitch, recognising outstanding research communication.
Take advantage of this opportunity—step up and share your research.
Questions & Support
to the MaP Doctoral School team.