| Adaptive Structures and International Cooperation: ICAST 2025 Concludes at CIRA | <img alt="" src="https://www.cira.it/PublishingImages/FOTO%20DI%20GRUPPO%20ICAST%202025.JPG" style="BORDER:0px solid;" /> | https://www.cira.it/en/communication/news/strutture-adattive-e-cooperazione-internazionale-si-chiude-icast-2025-al-cira/Adaptive Structures and International Cooperation: ICAST 2025 Concludes at CIRA | Adaptive Structures and International Cooperation: ICAST 2025 Concludes at CIRA | <p style="text-align:justify;">The 34th edition of ICAST – the International Conference on Adaptive Structures and Technologies – came to a close at CIRA, the Italian Aerospace Research Centre, after three days of intense scientific exchange. Held from May 19 to 21, the event brought together experts from America, Asia, and Europe engaged in the study of adaptive technologies, smart materials, and multifunctional structures.<br></p><p style="text-align:justify;">The conference featured a rich program, including five keynote lectures delivered by leading international figures, around forty scientific contributions, a competitive poster session for young students, and two roundtable discussions focusing on inclusion and equal opportunities.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">“Hosting ICAST 2025 has been a source of pride for CIRA and a concrete opportunity to strengthen our dialogue with the international scientific community," said CIRA President Antonio Blandini. “Our Centre welcomed scientists from across the globe, united by a shared commitment to shaping a more sustainable and efficient future, and by a longstanding tradition of collaboration. Only through cooperation can we tackle the major challenges that lie ahead."</p><p style="text-align:justify;">Participants also had the opportunity to visit several of CIRA's experimental facilities. In addition, to highlight the region's cultural value, the program included cultural activities organized with the support of the Touring Club Italiano – Capua Section, featuring guided tours of historic sites such as the Royal Palace of Caserta, the Amphitheatre of Santa Maria Capua Vetere, and the Campano Museum.<br></p><p style="text-align:justify;"><a href="https://webtest.cira.it/en/PubbChiSiamo/Brochure%20ICAST%202025%20LR.pdf" target="_blank"><span class="ms-rteThemeForeColor-5-0" style="">Download the full conference brochure</span></a><br></p><p><br></p> | 2025-05-21T22:00:00Z |
