Material Strength
& Durability Symposium 2023

For the second time, the symposium brought together experts in material strength and durability, covering both experimental and modeling/computational research, and discussing recent advances in our understanding of these material properties.

Congratulations to Yaqi Zhao (D-BAUG) for winning the pitch competition and thank you for summing up the event:

The Material Strength & Durability Symposium, hosted by the MaP Doctoral School at ETH Zurich, provided a remarkable platform for expanding knowledge. Engaging talks by renowned speakers, including Prof. Deshpande (Cambridge University), Prof. Mol (TU Delft), Prof. Espinosa (Northwestern University), and Prof. Kolinski (EPFL), covered a wide range of topics, from theory to experiments, and from fracture mechanics to meta materials and machine learning, enhancing my understanding of material properties.

Participating in the pitch session, alongside four other PhD students, was a true honour. Winning the first prize not only validated my research and presentation skills but also ignited a stronger passion for my studies.

The symposium's highlight was the delightful dinner at an Italian restaurant, where I had the invaluable opportunity to connect with the esteemed speakers. Their insights and advice served as guidance, propelling my academic journey with renewed enthusiasm.

Overall, the Material Strength & Durability Symposium was a transformative experience that provided fresh perspectives, recognition, and meaningful connections. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the MaP Doctoral School for organizing this impactful event, which will undoubtedly inspire my continued growth in the field of material science.

Captivated audience during Prof. Deshpande's presentation