Mathematics & Physics of Entangled Metamaterials

Information

This workshop explores the interplay between mathematics, physics, chemistry and materials science in the study of entangled metamaterials. By focusing on multiscale structures formed from polymers, textiles, and related systems, the workshop seeks to clarify how mathematical and physical models of entanglement can explain and predict mechanical behavior across diverse contexts. Through interdisciplinary talks and discussions, the event will highlight current advances and open challenges, emphasizing both theoretical perspectives and practical applications.

Date

Monday, October 6, 2025 – Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Venue

TOKYO ELECTRON House of Creativity 3F, Lecture Theater, Katahira Campus, Tohoku University [Access]

Capacity

Onsite: 60 (First–come–first–serve basis, registration required)
Online: 100

Invited Speakers

Tian Chen (University of Houston)
Michael Dimitriyev (Texas A&M University)
Tatsuki Hayama (Keio University)
Katsuya Inoue (Hiroshima University)
Sofia Lambropoulou (National Technical University of Athens)
Yasumasa Nishiura (Tohoku University)
Vanessa Sanchez (Rice University)

Organizers

Sonia Mahmoudi (Tohoku University)
Samuel Poincloux (Aoyama Gakuin University)

Registration

Registration deadline: Monday, September 15, 2025, 17:00 (JST)
Registration Form
Additional Activities Form

Participation fees:
– Workshop: ¥1000
– Reception party: ¥1000

Time Schedule

Monday, October 6, 2025
08:30 – 09:15: Registration & Welcome Coffee

09:15 – 09:30: Opening Remarks; Sonia Mahmoudi (Tohoku University); Takashi Tsuboi (Tohoku University)

09:30 – 10:30: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

10:30 – 11:00: Coffee Break

11:00 – 12:00: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

14:00 – 15:00: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

15:00 – 16:00: TBA

16:00 – 16:30: Coffee Break

16:30 – 18:00: TBA

Tuesday, October 7, 2025
09:00 – 09:30: Registration & Welcome Coffee

09:30 – 10:30: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

10:30 – 11:00: Coffee Break

11:00 – 12:00: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

14:00 – 15:00: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

15:00 – 16:00: TBA

16:00 – 16:30: Coffee Break

16:30 – 18:00: TBA

18:00 – 20:00: Reception Party

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
09:00 – 09:30: Registration & Welcome Coffee

09:30 – 10:30: Invited Speaker (TBA); TBA

10:30 – 11:00: Coffee Break

11:00 – 11:40: TBA

11:40 – 11:50: Closing Remarks

12:00 – 19:00: Excursion to Shiogama & Matsushima
Scheduled return to Sendai (Main Station) / Tohoku University (Katahira Campus)
(Guidelines and transport will be provided at Venue. Prior registration through the form provided above is required.)