IMA12

12th Conference of the International Marangoni Association

IMA12

12th Conference of the International Marangoni Association

We cordially invite you to attend the 12th Conference of the International Marangoni Association—Interfacial Fluid Dynamics and Processes, which will be held from June 9 to 12, 2025, in Madrid, Spain.

The IMA conferences have a long-standing reputation in Interfacial Fluid Dynamics, attracting attendees from around the globe. The objective of IMA12 is to foster the advancement and dissemination of knowledge on interfacial fluid dynamics and processes. We encourage scientists, engineers, students, postdoctoral researchers, and university faculty to share and discuss the latest developments in the field.

The 12th Conference of the International Marangoni Association will continue the tradition of previous IMA conferences held in Gießen, Germany (2001); Brussels, Belgium (2004); Gainesville, FL (2006); Tokyo, Japan (2008); Florence, Italy (2010); Haifa, Israel (2012); Vienna, Austria (2014); Bad Honnef, Germany (2016); Guilin, China (2018); Iasi, Romania (2022); and Bordeaux, France (2023).

Join us in Madrid for a dynamic and enriching experience at IMA12.

Topics

Conference of the International Marangoni Association

The topics covered by the conference include:

  • Marangoni effects
  • Interfacial instabilities and surface waves
  • Phase transitions
  • Multiphase flows
  • Thermo- and soluto-capillary flows
  • Boiling and evaporation
  • Heat pipes
  • Thin films
  • Droplet spreading
  • Contact angle dynamics
  • Binary mixtures and surfactants
  • Coating processes
  • Microfluidics
  • Liquid bridges
  • Applications in material processing
  • Applications in bio-fluid systems

The conference will last four days.

Sessions will be scheduled in the mornings and afternoons.

There will be NO parallel sessions; this is one of the fundamental and traditional principles of the IMA conferences. Breaks with Poster sessions are included in the regular program.

Important Dates

Conference of the International Marangoni Association

Jan
31

Abstract Submission

End of
March

Notification of Acceptance

From
April

Registration

June
9-12

Conference dates

Committee

Advisory Committee

  • H. Kuhlmann (Austria)
  • R. Narayanan (USA)
  • A. Oron (Israel)
  • D. Schwabe (Germany)

Scientific Committee

  • S. Amiroudine (France)
  • E. Benilov (Ireland)
  • M. Bestehorn (Germany)
  • R. Borcia (Germany)
  • K. Eckert (Germany)
  • H. Kuhlmann (Austria)
  • S. Kumar (USA)
  • Q.-S. Liu (China)
  • S. Madruga (Spain)
  • M. Medale (France)
  • A. Mizev (Russia)
  • R. Narayanan (USA)
  • A. Nepomnyashchy (Israel)
  • K. Nishino (Japan)
  • A. Oron (Israel)
  • H. Riegler (Germany)
  • R. Savino (Italy)
  • D. Schwabe (Germany)
  • V. Shevtsova (Belgium)
  • V. Starov (UK)
  • I. Ueno (Japan)

Organizing Committee

Logistics

Travel

The conference venue is the city center of Madrid. Easy communication with the metro and buses from the airport (Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas) and any other locations of the city.

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport operates direct flights from most of the world's capitals. From the airport, the city center is directly accessible by:

Taxi

Taxi

Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available at the airport. Taxis have a flat rate 33€ from the airport to any place of Madrid center. About 30-40’ trip.

Metro

L8 / L6

The airport is connected to the city center via Metro Line 8. Itinerary: Line 8: Airport to Nuevos Ministerios, Line 6: Nuevos Ministerios to Argüelles (Venue 400m by foot).

Bus

Bus line 200

From Airport to Avenida América.

Airport Express Bus

Exprés Aeropuerto offers a direct connection between the airport and several central locations in Madrid, including Atocha Railway Station, which is well-connected to Argüelles via metro lines.

To use public transport, it is recommended to purchase a "multi-transport card." It can be purchased at all Metro stations (including at the entrance of the Airport T1-T2-T3 and Airport T4 stations). It is acquired at machines marked with a red sticker indicating "MULTI Card Available HERE" with credit card payment authorized (when clicking on "Purchase card," three ticket options are displayed in this order: 1 journey, 10 journeys, and Airport, and after clicking the arrow for "More options," two additional categories appear: from 1 to 7 days (tourist) and 30-day pass). Choose the most convenient option for you, but always purchase journeys in area A if you are only visiting Madrid center. Notice that the same "multi-transport card” works for the metro network and urban buses.

Accommodation

Madrid receives a large amount of tourists in summer. We strongly encourage booking accommodation in hotels well in advance.

Venue

Universidad Nebrija

Calle de Santa Cruz de Marcenado 27, 28015 Madrid.
GPS Coordinates: 40.4295662080227, -3.712958475719769

The Conference will take place on the Princesa Campus of Antonio Nebrija University, at the assembly hall (Salón de actos, building A). Address: Calle de Sta. Cruz de Marcenado, 27, Centro, 28015 Madrid. In front of the main patio, which is accessed through the entrance door, is the assembly hall.

Madrid is the capital of Spain, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is connected to most major European hubs. From the airport, the city center is directly accessible by:

L8 / L6

The airport is connected to the city center via Metro Line 8. The line goes as far as Nuevos Ministerios from where you can take line 6 to Argüelles.

Taxi

Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available at the airport and offer a convenient but more expensive option to reach the city center and the Argüelles area.


Abstract Submission

Abstracts submitted for oral presentations/posters should describe the purpose and scope of the work, contribution to the state-of-the-art, methods used, essential results already obtained, results to be expected until the conference starts, conclusions, supporting figures and references where appropriate.

The scientific committee will review the abstracts on the basis of originality, technical quality, style clarity of presentation, and importance to the field. Accepted contributions will then be selected either for oral presentations or for posters.

Abstracts should be formatted using one of the two templates below (note that LaTeX would be preferred). Further instructions can be found in the template files. When submitting an abstract, please send the resulting pdf-file, together with the tex- or doc-file and the figures.


If you wish to give a presentation, send an abstract of at most one page length prior to January 31, 2025, to ima12(at)nebrija.es.

The subject title of the E-mail shall be: "[ima12], "first author's name"

The following information shall be sent in the message together with the abstract file itself :

  • Title:
  • Author(s):
  • Affiliation(s) :
  • Session: 'Oral presentation' or 'Poster'
  • Intend to submit a manuscript of your contribution for publication in Physical Journal Special Topics (EPJ-ST): YES or NO

Program

Speakers: The presentation time is 20 minutes, including questions (4 - 5 minutes). To present your talk, you can either transfer your presentation to the conference system or use your own laptop. In the latter case, please check before your session begins (during coffee break, lunch break etc.) if everything works fine.

Posters: Before the poster session, each poster will be briefly presented (5 minutes). Poster presentations do not need to reserve any official time for discussion. Any size of your poster is allowed. The posters will be fixed with the help of double-sided adhesive tape.

EPJ Special Topics

SAs for earlier IMA - conferences, we have an agreement with Springer to publish selected papers as regular reviewed articles in a special issue of European Physical JournalSpecial Topics (EPJ-ST).

Registration

The registration fee includes the book of abstracts, coffee breaks, lunches during the four days of the conference, an excursion to Toledo (half a day), and a banquet.

Excursion to Toledo

Located an hour from Madrid, Toledo, a city steeped in historical significance, offers a plethora of experiences for visitors on an excursion. Renowned as the former capital of Spain, Toledo's rich history spans millennia, with influences from various civilizations, including Romans, Visigoths, Moors, and Christians. Its strategic location on a hill overlooking the Tagus River has made it a site of great importance throughout history, earning it the nickname "The Imperial City" and recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

By visiting Toledo, we would immerse ourselves in its remarkable past by exploring its iconic landmarks, such as the imposing Alcázar fortress, which served as a fortress, royal palace, and military academy. The city's medieval streets are lined with architectural marvels, including the awe-inspiring Toledo Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, and the ancient Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca, a testament to Toledo's multicultural heritage.

Additionally, art enthusiasts can marvel at the works of El Greco, the renowned Renaissance painter who made Toledo his home, with his masterpieces on display in various museums and churches throughout the city. Visiting Toledo promises a journey through time, where the echoes of its illustrious past resonate in every corner, offering a truly unforgettable experience for history buffs and explorers alike.