Fundamental Phenomena and Functional Phases

Over six decades—from its inaugural meeting in 1955—this GRC continues to highlight and advance high-pressure research, establishing new methodologies and phenomena, and embracing interdisciplinary connections. From megapascals to terapascals and beyond, high-pressure plays an important role in scientific discovery ranging from fundamental physics to future functional phases. The 2026 program highlights collaborative efforts from experimental and computational researchers across a range of disciplines spanning physical, chemical, geological and biological sciences. Scientific sessions showcase frontier research on the simplest, most abundant elements, fresh insights into long-standing questions in both static and dynamic compression, and the latest results in high-pressure geosciences, informing our understanding of the deep Earth and beyond. As emerging facilities, techniques and diagnostics enable research on new pressure and time scales, conference topics cover the latest experimental and theoretical tools enabling access to static and dynamic phenomena with unprecedented fidelity, including the impact of transformative tools like artificial intelligence. With demand for novel materials to enable technological innovation, the program will include results on pressure-induced chemical transformations and new phases that defy conventional norms, and feature the latest progress on the quest for room-temperature superconductivity.

Please note that, due to limited accommodations at this venue, guest housing is very limited. To request family/guest housing, please reach out to your Conference Operations Associate.