From September 11-13, 2023, the Otto von Guericke Universität Magdeburg hosted the annual meeting of DFG-funded SPP 2311, a meeting that underscored the significance of biomechanical modelling in biomedical science and engineering.
The SPP 2311 annual meeting proved insightful, covering a diverse range of topics including liver diseases, coronary artery problems, neuromuscular diseases, cerebral aneurysms, meniscus tissue regeneration, and neuromodulation. The event fostered collaborations between modellers and experimentalists, enabling the exchange of recent findings. Participants tackled challenges in multiscale modelling, focusing on coupling methods for fluid, mechanical, and electromechanical systems. Additionally, topics such as image processing and acquisition were discussed.
Apart from academic discussions, the meeting provided a conducive environment for networking and collaboration. Attendees engaged in discussions, shared ideas, and established partnerships. This collaborative atmosphere generated new research opportunities, emphasizing the importance of open communication and data sharing. Such interactions laid the foundation for innovative solutions to biomedical challenges.
The SPP 2311 Annual Meeting in Magdeburg exemplified the power of collaboration. By uniting experts from diverse fields, the event not only showcased the latest in biomechanical modelling but also encouraged future advancements. Through shared knowledge and collaborative efforts, attendees explored the frontiers of biomedical science and engineering, promising a future enriched by collective expertise and mutual cooperation.
A huge “Thank you” to the hosts of the Otto-von Guericke University in Magdeburg, Philipp Berg and Sylvia Saalfeld as well as to the organizing team and program committee. We are looking forward to the next annual meeting in 2024.
