This conference is planned as an in-person event only. Note: IMA is pleased to offer a 50% discount for basic conference registration for conference presenters (this includes free admission to the president’s reception and closing reception).
The official language of the conference will be English. All abstracts and final presentations MUST be submitted and presented in English. Attendees will have access to a language translation tool for assistance.
IMPORTANT DATES:
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25 November 2024 – Call for Abstracts open
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10 January 2025 – Deadline for abstract submissions
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24 January 2025 – Selection of presentations complete
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10 February 2025 – Notice of acceptance
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31 March 2025 – Papers due for review and referral to Journal of Magnesium and Alloys (optional)
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14 April 2025 – Draft presentation slides due
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21 April 2025 – Final presentation slides due
Presentation Categories
Presentations are being sought on the latest developments in the magnesium industry including new or improved materials, processes, applications, markets, recycling, fundamental research, emerging technologies, and all other topics related to magnesium metal. Presentation slides will be made available to conference attendees. Presenters may submit papers for review and possible publication in the Journal of Magnesium and Alloys. Presentations at the event will be 25-30 minutes each, with 5 minutes allotted for questions and answers.
Suggested topics for papers to present at IMA's World Magnesium Conference include, but are not limited to:
MAGNESIUM APPLICATIONS
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Aerospace applications (cast and wrought)
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Automotive applications (powertrain, body, chassis, interior, etc.)
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Other transportation applications (railway, bicycle, motorcycle, etc.)
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Electronic applications (computers, cell phones & consumer products, etc.)
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Energy applications (battery, fuel cell, hydrogen storage, etc.)
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Aluminum alloying application
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Desulfurization and foundry applications
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Biomedical applications
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Any other new applications
MAGNESIUM PRODUCTION, RECYCLING & MARKET DEVELOPMENT
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Magnesium extraction processes
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New primary magnesium production projects
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Supply, demand and market development
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Health & safety
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Environmental regulations
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Recycling technologies
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Life cycle assessment
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Standards and property databases
MAGNESIUM PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES
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All casting processes including semi-solid and continuous casting
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All wrought processes including sheet, extrusions and forging
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Machining and assembly processes
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Corrosion and coating solutions
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Joining and galvanic protection solutions
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Additive manufacturing and other emerging processes
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
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Cast and wrought alloy development
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Magnesium-based metal matrix composites
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Modeling and simulation technologies
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Emerging technologies and large R&D programs
If your abstract is selected, you will be notified of the decision by 10 February 2025. You will be invited to submit a presentation based on the approved abstract. Acceptance of your abstract does not guarantee acceptance of your presentation. Specific guidelines for preparation of your presentation will be provided at the time of abstract acceptance, along with audio/visual guidelines for your presentation.
Criteria for Presentation Selection
The IMA Program Committee will invite presentations, based on abstracts received, using the following criteria:
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Relevance
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Accuracy
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Practicality
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Appropriate use of case histories, user experiences, and actual industry applications
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Quality
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Completeness of abstract
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Usefulness
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Noncommercial tone and content
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Uniqueness
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Timely submission of application and abstract
How to Submit Your Abstract
Abstracts must be submitted in electronic format using the online submission link below. Please submit your 150-word abstract on or before 10 January 2025. The abstract must include sufficient detail to permit a thorough review and evaluation of the presentation’s proposed content and significance. If you are submitting multiple abstracts, please complete a separate form for each submission.
The official language of the conference will be English. All abstracts and final presentations MUST be submitted and presented in English. Attendees will have access to a language translation tool for assistance.
Source: www.intlmag.org