HMS Conference
9th International Conference
Thessaloniki, Greece
Research Dissemination Center
3-4 November, 2025
Aim and Topics
The 9th International Conference of the Hellenic Metallurgical Society (HMS) will take place in Thessaloniki, Greece, from November 3rd to 5th, 2025. The event is co-organized by the Hellenic Metallurgical Society (HMS) and the Physical Metallurgy Laboratory (PML) of the School of Mechanical Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
The conference aims to bring together professionals from academia, engineering, and industry, serving as a dynamic platform for the exchange of knowledge and ideas. Participants will have the opportunity to present cutting-edge research, discuss recent developments, and explore innovations in metallic material systems and beyond. The event will feature keynote speeches, technical presentations, and poster sessions, providing a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements and emerging trends in materials science and engineering. Additionally, the conference will foster networking and collaboration opportunities, encouraging interdisciplinary interactions that will shape the future of the field.
The topics of the 9th International Conference of the Hellenic Metallurgical Society include but are not limited to:
• Physical Metallurgy
• Extractive Metallurgy, Metallurgical Thermodynamics, and Sustainable Metal Production
• Casting and Solidification Processes
• Powder Metallurgy Techniques
• Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Solidification
• Metal Forming and Mechanical Processing
• Welding Technologies and Joining Methods
• Surface Treatments and Coatings
• Heat Treatments and Microstructural Evolution (including Aluminum Alloys)
• Mechanical Behavior and Fatigue Performance of Metallic Materials
• Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Alloys, including Advanced Alloys
• Corrosion, Degradation, and Protection of Metallic Materials
• Tribology, Wear, and Friction Analysis
• Design, Simulation, and Applications of Metallic and Composite Structures
• Biomaterials and Biomedical Applications
Committees
Conference Chairmen
Professor Nikos Michailidis (Director of PLM)
Professor Alexis Kermanidis (HMS President)
Venue and Location
Aristotle University’s Research Dissemination Center (KEDEA)
The 9th International Conference of the Hellenic Metallurgical Society will take place at the Research Dissemination Center (KEDEA) of Aristotle University. The conference center features three state-of-the-art auditoriums, a 300 sq.m. exhibition space, and spacious public areas, making it an ideal venue for scientific conferences, symposiums, and cultural events.
KEDEA is conveniently located in the heart of the city, on Tritis Septemvriou Street, within the Aristotle University campus, between the Student Club and the University Gymnasium. A defining architectural feature of the building is its distinctive red color, which has established KEDEA as a new landmark along the Tritis Septemvriou axis.
The KEDEA building is easily accessible via public transportation and is well connected to Thessaloniki’s bus and metro network.
Key Dates
- 16/05/2025 | Deadline for abstract submission
- 30/05/2025 | Notification of acceptance
- 25/08/2025 | Full paper submission
- 01/09/2025 | Early bird registration
- 15/09/2025 | Review of the submitted papers
- 03/10//2025 | Final paper submission
- 3-5/11/2025 | Conference
Program
- 8:30 | Welcome Reception / Registration
- 13:00 | Lunch Break
Materials Characterization
9:00 – 13:00
- 9:00 | Dr. Florencia Malamud, “Neutron Diffraction and Bragg Edge Imaging Techniques for Engineering Materials Analysis”
- 10:15 | Dr. Athanasios Vazdirvanidis, “Electron Backscatter Diffraction applications and case studies”
- 11:30 | Coffee break
- 11:45 | Prof. João Pedro Oliveira, “New Process Variants of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing to Microstructure
Materials Simulation
13:45 – 18:30
- 13:45 | Prof. Gregory Haidemenopoulos, “ICME approach for alloy and process design“
- 15:30 | Prof. Ulrich Prahl, “World of Bainite – recent challenges and new findings”
- 16:45 | Coffee break
- 17:00 | Dr. Andre Schneider, “Thermo-Calc Software´s Additive Manufacturing Module – from printability maps to microstructural evolution””
Registration
To be announced
Contact
Mrs Fani Stergioudi, HMS
Email: conference@met.gr
