The MagLab is funded by the National Science Foundation and the State of Florida.
The MagLab is funded by the National Science Foundation and the State of Florida.
The 11th MEM international workshop is to disseminate results and exchange ideas among researchers studying electromechanical properties of low and high-temperature superconductors, superconductor manufacturers, and superconductor application developers.
On behalf of the advisory, program, and local committees, I invite you to participate in the MEM24 workshop. Electromechanical properties of technological superconductors are at the heart of most superconductor applications, where the impact of stress and strain can be critical to their success. Cutting-edge applications requiring higher magnetic fields to enable fusion-energy production, to propel particle accelerators for high-energy-physics research and proton-radiation therapy to the next levels, or to allow NMR spectroscopy and scientific research in the various areas needing ultra-high magnetic fields explore new frontiers, are all looking to master the usage of strain-sensitive superconductors. This workshop will gather experts in electromechanical properties and testing along with superconductor manufacturers and magnet and application developers, in a workshop setting, not to just discuss, but also to debate and brainstorm for the benefit of superconductor applications.
After successful MEM workshops in South Korea in 2018 and Germany in 2022, it is the turn of the U.S.A. to be the host again. The meeting will be held at the hotel Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection, in the beautiful city of Spokane in Washington State. I am confident you will find the location just before the end of spring season very charming and the venue pleasing and welcoming. I also count on your expert contributions to enrich the MEM24 technical program and candid discussions.
Dr. Najib Cheggour
Chairman of MEM24 Workshop
Applied Superconductivity Center, National High Magnetic Field Laboratory,
Florida State University, U.S.A.
MEM24 is organized by the Applied Superconductivity Center (ASC), National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (National MagLab), Florida State University (FSU).
Chair: Najib Cheggour (National MagLab, USA)
Admin.: Connie Linville (National MagLab, USA)
International Advisory Committee
International Program Committee
Local Steering Committee
MEM workshop is a platform to disseminate results and exchange ideas among researchers studying electromechanical properties of low-and high-temperature superconductors, a topic that is highly relevant to superconductor applications given the strain sensitivity of most superconductors. It also includes topics relating to the superconductors’ electromagnetic properties and magnet fabrication, as well as measurement techniques, benchmarking, and standardization.
MEM24 will bring together electromechanical specialists along with superconductor manufacturers and magnet and superconducting-application developers to facilitate discussions on the following:
The program is structured by conductor, and sessions sequenced from conductor to device fabrication to pinpoint the causality between conductor properties and successes or failures of devices made of such conductor.
Abstracts should be on general and electromechanical properties of superconducting strands and cables, as well as design, fabrication, and performance of application devices made of low- and/or high-temperature superconductors. Particle-accelerator, fusion-energy, medical, laboratory magnets, and other application devices will be included in the program.
Abstracts should specifically cover the workshop purpose, objectives, and themes, and fit in at least one of the sessions outlined above.
Authors should use the abstract template provided, save abstracts in the format FirstLastName_Asbtract#_MEM24, and email them to mem24@magnet.fsu.edu
Download 2024 MEM Workshop Abstract Template
Deadline for abstracts submission is March 22, 2024.
Manuscripts submitted on the work presented at MEM24 will be peer-reviewed
Accepted manuscripts will be published in a special issue of IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity
Submission instructions will follow soon.
Go to MEM24 workshop registration page.
Deadline for early-bird registrations is May 15, 2024.
Cancelations made by May 22, 2024, will be fully refunded.
Cancelations made in May 23, 2024, and later will not be refunded.
The MEM24 venue and accommodation for its attendees will be in the same hotel:
The Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection
333 West Spokane Falls Boulevard
Spokane, WA 99201, USA
A block of rooms was reserved for MEM24 attendees, at discounted rates for June 8-16, 2024. Rates per night excluding applicable fees and taxes are:
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, May 14, 2024
The number of rooms in the MEM24 block is relatively limited. They will be assigned in the order of requests.
| February 19: | Call for abstracts |
| March 22: | Abstract submission deadline |
| April 3: | Abstract acceptance notification |
| May 14: | Hotel reservation cut-off date |
| May 15: | Registration deadline (Early Bird) |
| August 15: | Manuscript submission deadline |
As an industrial superconductor manufacturer or application developer and given the crucial role of the electromechanical studies in the success of any superconductor application, MEM24 workshop will benefit you and your expertise will enrich the workshop discussions.
Platinum $10,000+
Gold $5,000+
Silver $2,500+
Bronze $1,000+
The MEM24 venue is only 7.8 miles away from the Spokane international airport GEG (Spokane Intl Airport > Flight Info > Non-Stop Flights (spokaneairports.net)).
Attendees may use shared-ride services or taxis to get to the Davenport Grand, Autograph Collection hotel. Rental-car companies are also available at GEG airport
The city of Spokane offers several outdoor activities.
Top Tourist Attractions in Spokane: Travel Guide Washington
Flyover: Downtown Spokane River + Nine Mile Falls - Spokane County, Washington
The Spokane Falls is the 2nd (or 3rd) longest urban waterfall in the U.S. after the Niagara Falls.
The Incredible Raging Spokane River in 4k
You can experience the skyride on gondolas over the Spokane Falls and river
Air 4 Adventure: Numerica Skyride in Riverfront Park
The neighboring city Coeur d’Alene (in the state of Idaho, 1/2 hour from Spokane) also offers several outdoor activities. For more information, visit 16 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Coeur d'Alene, ID | PlanetWare.
On June 14-15, 2024, Coeur d’Alene is organizing its annual Classic Car Weekend (Car d’Lane). Visit Car d’Lane Classic Car Weekend – Visit Downtown Coeur d'Alene (cdadowntown.com) if interested.
It is the policy of MEM24 that all participants, including attendees, organizers, and volunteers, will conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner that is welcoming to all participants and free from inappropriate behavior, including any form of discrimination, harassment, bullying, violence, or retaliation. Participants will treat each other with respect and consideration to create a collegial, inclusive, and professional environment. Creating a supportive environment to enable scientific discourse at MEM workshops is the responsibility of all participants.
February 19: Call for Abstracts
March 22: Abstract Submission
April 3: Abstract Acceptance
May 14: Hotel Cut-Off Date
May 15: Registration (Early Bird)
August 15: Manuscript submission
Last modified on 23 April 2024