Material Point Method Workshop

The 16th Annual MPM Workshop

will be held in

Boulder, Colorado

hosted by

The University of Colorado, Boulder

September 11th and 12th, 2025

This workshop will provide an opportunity for members of the international MPM community to present and discuss recent and ongoing research to advance the theoretical and algorithmic aspects of the MPM, and to showcase applications of the method.

Possible Mini Course Available:

This year, there may be a mini course.

Call for Abstracts:

The 16th Annual MPM Workshop invites researchers, industry professionals, engineers, and academicians to submit abstracts for consideration for oral presentation at our event which will be hosted at the University of Colorado Boulder. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase and share your latest research findings and contribute to the advancement of the Material Point Method. We welcome abstract submissions on a wide range of topics related to MPM such as new integration methods; improvements in stability, scalability, and computational efficiency; applications, among others. Whether you are exploring groundbreaking techniques, innovative methodologies, or practical applications, we encourage you to be part of this enriching event.

Accepted abstracts will be presented as oral presentations during the workshop. Presenters and participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts in the field, gain valuable feedback, and expand their professional network.

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstracts should be submitted in English and must not exceed 300 words.

• Clearly state your work's objective, methodology, key findings, and significance.

• Complete your submission using the abstract review portal here (link to OpenReview Venue).

Early Abstract Acceptance:

If you require a quick abstract acceptance, for example to leave ample time for a travel visa, please feel free to email us at jay.appleton@colorado.edu with your request.

Program Overview:

Join us for an exciting and engaging program featuring groundbreaking research conducted by prominent experts in the field of MPM. This conference is the perfect venue to showcase your work and engage with a welcoming community of researchers. The features of this workshop include presentations, networking opportunities, and training opportunities on the use of MPM codes.

More details about the program and agenda will be made available soon.

Contact Information:

Questions about the 2025 MPM Workshop: 

Jay M. Appleton (jay.appleton@colardo.edu)

General questions about the MPM workshop:  

                                 Jim Guilkey (james.guilkey@utah.edu)  \\  Michael Homel (homel1@llnl.gov)