Symposium on Solid and Physical Modeling (SPM) 2026

About The Conference

The Symposium on Solid and Physical Modeling (SPM) is a yearly international conference held with the support of the Solid Modeling Association (SMA). In 2026, it will be jointly hosted with Shape Modeling International (SMI 2026). The combined event will take place from July 6 to July 9, 2026, in Istanbul Technical University, Türkiye. The conference focuses on all areas of geometric and physical modeling, including their applications in design, analysis, manufacturing, and fields such as biomedical engineering, geophysics, and digital media. Additionally, the event will feature the presentation of the 2026 Pierre Bézier Prize, honoring outstanding contributions to solid, shape, and physical modeling.

Important Dates

  • Paper Abstract submission: January 25, 2026
  • Full paper submission: February 1, 2026
  • Poster submission: March 29, 2026

SPM Conference Co-chairs

ERKAN GUNPINAR

Istanbul Technical University, Türkiye

Ergun Akleman

Texas A&M University,
USA

Charlie C.L. Wang

The University of Manchester, Great Britain

Jorg Peters

University of Florida,
USA


Program Co-chairs

Xiaohu Guo

The University of Texas,
USA

Tzu Ho Kwok

Concordia University,
Canada

Amir Vaxman

The University of Edinburgh,
UK


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Local Organizing Team

A. Alper Tasmektepligil

Istanbul Technical Univeristy, Türkiye

SERHAT CAM

Istanbul Technical Univeristy, Türkiye

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Location: Hall 1 , Building A, Golden Street, Southafrica
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Location: Hall 1 , Building A, Golden Street, Southafrica
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Location: Hall 1 , Building A, Golden Street, Southafrica
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Location: Hall 1 , Building A, Golden Street, Southafrica
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Location: Hall 1 , Building A, Golden Street, Southafrica
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Location: Hall 1 , Building A, Golden Street, Southafrica
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Social Events

Çırağan Palace Banquet

Enjoy an elegant evening at the historic Çırağan Palace, one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. The banquet will feature fine dining in a stunning waterfront setting, offering a unique atmosphere for networking and celebration.

Bosphorus Boat Tour

Experience the magic of Istanbul from the water with a guided boat tour along the Bosphorus. See the city’s most beautiful sights from a new perspective, with views of bridges, palaces, and historical architecture lining both the European and Asian shores.


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Banquette at
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Bosphorus Tour

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