Welcome

Welcome to the 10th International Conference on Discrete Element Methods (DEM10), a groundbreaking event set to unfold in the enchanting city of Himeji, Japan, from July 1-5, 2025. The DEM10 conference promises a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements in simulating particulate systems using discrete element methods. Our focus spans a diverse spectrum, including coupled simulations, particle fragmentation, non-spherical particles, multiscale and multiphase systems, and innovative data-driven modeling.

DEM stands as the forefront series of conferences in the realm of Discrete Element Simulation, boasting a rich history spanning over 30 years.

• DEM-1 Golden (Colorado), United States, 1989
• DEM-2 Cambridge (Massachusetts), United States, 1993
• DEM-3 Santa Fe (New Mexico), United States, 2002
• DEM-4 Brisbane, Australia, 2007
• DEM-5 London, United Kingdom, 2010
• DEM-6 Golden (Colorado), United States, 2013
• DEM-7 Dalian, China, 2016
• DEM-8 Twente, The Netherlands, 2019
• DEM-9 Erlangen, Germany, 2023
• DEM-10 Himeji, Japan, 2025

Himeji stands as a testament to beauty and history. The iconic Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, graces the city with its white walls and elegant design. Himeji seamlessly merges modernity with tradition, offering a haven for history enthusiasts and those seeking an authentic taste of Japanese culture. Immerse yourself in the unique charm of Himeji – a city where the past gracefully meets the present in a harmonious blend.

We eagerly anticipate your presence at DEM10, organized in the cultural haven of Himeji.

The DEM10 Local Organizing Committee

Group Photo

Poster Awards

Winners of the Poster Awards

• Zhazira Berkinova, Nazarbayev University
• Aidana Boribayeva, Nazarbayev University
• Maximilian Brommer, Ruhr University Bochum
• Michael Castro, The University of Tokyo
• Carolina Castro-Malaver, Polytechnique Montréal
• Junjie Chen, Zhejiang University
• Xu Han, The University of Hong Kong
• Arata Hashimoto, The University of Tokyo
• Motoshi Iwao, Osaka Metropolitan University
• Ben Jenkins, University of Birmingham
• Samuel Kemmler, Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM)
• Masafumi Komiya, The University of Tokyo
• Dianzhe Li, Dalian University of Technology
• Ruidong LI, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Xiaofei Li, Zhejiang University
• Lvlan Miao, Beijing Institute of Technology
• Kenta Okuno, The University of Osaka
• Koki Sato, Kyushu University
• Kai-en Yang, The University of Tokyo
• Lequan Zeng, The University of Melbourne