Call for Special Session Proposals – ACMSM 27
The organising committee of ACMSM 27 invites proposals for Special Sessions to be featured at the 27th Australasian Conference on the Mechanics of Structures and Materials, taking place from November 25 to 28, 2025, Melbourne, Australia.
Special Sessions provide a platform to explore emerging research areas, facilitate focused discussions, and engage with a specialised audience. We welcome proposals that highlight cutting-edge topics, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to the advancement of research and professional practices in mechanics, structures, and materials.
Proposal Guidelines:
(1) Clearly define the session's focus and its relevance.
(2) Include an estimated number of presentations (minimum of 6).
(3) Please find the template of SS proposal below.
The deadline for submitting your proposal is 30 Apr 2025. Please submit the proposed session by using the template to email (acmsm27@swin.edu.au). We look forward to your contributions in shaping a dynamic and thought-provoking program for ACMSM 27!
Paper Submission
ACMSM27 welcomes three different types of paper submissions:
(1) Abstract/Extend Abstract of up to 4 pages
(2) Conference Paper of at least 6 pages, aiming to be published in Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering by Springer and indexed in Scopus
(3) Full Paper of at least 12 pages, aiming to be published in a special issue of Australian Journal of Structural Engineering
Publication is subject to peer-review.
Authors are invited to submit papers on a wide range of topics related to mechanics of structures and materials, including but not limited to:
Computational mechanics and simulation-based design
Fluid-structure and soil-structure interaction mechanics
Machine learning and data-driven modelling
Impact, blast, and ballistic loadings
Structural optimisation and reliability
Advanced numerical methods
3D printing and additive manufacturing of construction materials
Advanced materials for fire safety and thermal resistance
Nano-engineered concrete and self-healing materials
Sustainable and low-carbon construction materials
Hybrid materials for multi-hazard resilience
Smart materials and shape-memory alloys
Advanced materials and FRP
Mining and tunneling structural systems
Connections and fastening technology
Composite and hybrid systems in construction
Modular and prefabricated construction systems
Innovations in engineering of bridge structures
Resilient design against natural and man-made hazard
Seismic and wind design, assessment, and retrofit strategies
Renewable energy and offshore wind infrastructure
Structural health monitoring and digital twins for infrastructure lifecycle management
Steel and cold-formed structures, reinforced and prestressed concrete structures, masonry and timber structures
other related topics