The High Temperature Corrosion GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
Welcome to GRC2025: High-Temperature Corrosion!
High-temperature oxidation and corrosion are critical factors in determining the lifetime of heat-resistant alloys. Therefore, understanding these mechanisms is key to improving the high-temperature performance of alloys and coatings. However, the degradation mechanisms of materials at elevated temperatures in various environments are highly complex. A comprehensive understanding of both the fundamental and applied aspects of these phenomena is essential for gaining a deeper grasp of these intricate mechanisms, which in turn, extends the lifetime and enhances the reliability of high-temperature materials.
The most important property of heat-resistant alloys as structural materials is their strength. The strategy for materials design to enhance high-temperature oxidation and corrosion resistance differs essentially from that used to improve mechanical performance by controlling alloy microstructure. Therefore, a thorough understanding of both high-temperature oxidation and corrosion behavior, as well as metallurgy, is essential to creating excellent high-temperature materials.
In GRC2025, we will first focus on the fundamental aspects controlling the high-temperature oxidation and corrosion behavior of alloys during the initial/transient stages, followed by those in the steady-state stage. Next, we will explore various factors affecting high-temperature corrosion in the steady-state stage. We will then consider alloy design principles and alloy protection in high-temperature corrosion environments. Finally, we will discuss the future direction of heat-resistant alloys, particularly for moving toward net-zero carbon society.
We welcome attendees at all levels of research experience from graduate student to emeritus/fellow status and all attendees are encouraged to contribute posters on their research. Scientific discussion of all relevant topics is expected during the presentation sessions, the poster sessions, and the informal meeting times throughout the week to promote exchange of ideas and to foster new research directions and collaborations. The conference will be preceded by the High Temperature Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) for graduate students and postdoctoral scientists to encourage participation of early career scientists in this field.
