Uncertainty Quantification in Materials Modeling

Over the past few decades, modeling tools have advanced to the point where it is possible to routinely predict material properties, often before experiments are ever carried out. Armed with this knowledge, industries and research institutions alike are leading innovative theoretical studies to identify both high-performance materials and reduce time- and cost-to-market. However, the cutting-edge nature of this research means that modeling approaches are often pushed to their limit, and increasingly, there is a need for methods that can validate theoretical predictions before they are used for decision-making. In this context, uncertainty quantification (UQ) enters as a valuable tool that can address issues related to uncertainty propagation, model calibration and deficiency, optimal sampling techniques, and verification / validation of computer codes, to name a few.

This hot topics workshop is aimed at (i) providing hands on UQ experience to scientists in materials modeling, while (ii) exposing experts in UQ to some of the unique challenges in this realm of applications. The program will feature lectures and labs that give a foundation in basic UQ skills, gradually framing the discussion in terms of relevant applications. By the end of the third day, participants will have performed UQ calculations on problems across multiple length scales in materials science, with an emphasis on the multiscale nature of the phenomena. The workshop ends with a series of academic lectures on hot topics and recent advances at the intersection of both fields.

Accomodations

Participants will be staying in the Hilton Garden Inn West Lafayette Wabash Landing. Please call 765-743-2100 to make a reservation and use code UQMMM for the special rate by June 29.

Location

Parking and transportation will be provided to participants by email. Registration and the first three days of talks will take place in:

Hall for Discovery and Learning Research (DLR)
207 S. Martin Jischke Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907

Last day of the workshop will take place in:

Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering (ARMS)
701 W. Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907