Welcome to the official website for NCM16. This premier event in the field of amorphous
and glassy materials is scheduled for June 20–24 2027 in Boulder, Colorado, USA. NCM16
will continue the tradition of fostering groundbreaking discussions on the atomic
and molecular structures of non-crystalline solids, bringing together researchers,
students, and industry experts from around the world.
Scope
NCM16 will serve as a global platform for the latest advancements in the structure,
properties, and applications of non-crystalline materials. Anticipated topics include:
- Fundamental aspects of glass and amorphous structure
- Advances in characterizations of glass structure
- Atomistic simulations, property predictions, AI/ML applications
- Bioactive and medical glasses
- Mechanical and thermal properties
- Nuclear waste glasses and sustainability
- Emerging applications in energy, microelectronics, photonics, and quantum materials
- Interdisciplinary approaches combining experiment, theory, and computation
Dates and Location
Dates: June 20-24, 2027 (Sunday-Thursday; arrival Sunday, departure Friday)
Venue: Embassy Suites Boulder and Hilton Garden Inn Boulder – Boulder, Colorado, USA. Boulder offers stunning Rocky Mountain views, world-class
research facilities, and a vibrant academic community, home to the University of Colorado
Boulder and Colorado School of Mines (in Golden CO).
Theme: "Unveiling Hidden Structures: Innovations in Non-Crystalline Materials for a Sustainable
Future"
Contact
University of North Texas 
