North American Materials Education Symposium 2026

The North American Materials Education Symposium Scientific Committee and Ansys Academic Development Team are pleased to bring NAMES 2026 to the University of Victoria! Join us on J uly 30-31 st , 2026 (with an optional workshop on July 29 th ) for an event filled with insightful discussions and innovative ideas on materials education. NAMES is a key event for the materials science education community. It focuses on sharing educators’ experiences with fellow practitioners on how and what to teach in materials science to benefit the next generation of engineers and scientists. The themes of the conference this year will be Materials & Sustainability , Student Engagement & Materials Curriculum Development , and AI & Machine Learning in Materials Education . Whether you’re a student, educator, or industry professional, NAMES offers a unique opportunity to network, learn, and collaborate with like-minded individuals. Please register here.