About CFC 2027

IACM Computational Fluids Conference (CFC 2027)

It is our great pleasure to host the 24th edition of the IACM Computational Fluids Conference (CFC 2027), which will take place at PACIFICO Yokohama, Japan, from March 12 to 15, 2027.

The CFC series originated in Swansea (Wales, UK) as the Finite Element in Fluids (FEF) Conference in 1974, and has since developed into a leading international forum with a long and distinguished history in the computational mechanics community. While its roots lie in finite element methods, the conference has continuously evolved to encompass a broad spectrum of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) methodologies. Today, CFC covers a wide range of approaches, including particle methods (such as Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics, SPH), lattice Boltzmann methods (LBM), finite volume methods (FVM), finite difference methods (FDM), as well as emerging data-driven and hybrid techniques, reflecting the diversity and advancement of the field.

Following successful editions held across Europe, North America, and Asia, CFC 2027 returns to Japan, continuing its global legacy as a premier venue for researchers and practitioners in computational fluid mechanics.

The conference will be held in Yokohama, one of Japan’s most vibrant international port cities, offering a unique blend of modern urban life, rich cultural heritage, and convenient access to Tokyo and surrounding regions.

This international conference provides an excellent opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and discuss recent advances in all aspects of computational fluid mechanics. Topics include, but are not limited to, numerical methods, mathematical modelling, simulation techniques, verification and validation, uncertainty quantification, and applications across science and engineering. Emerging approaches, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, will also be featured.

The conference will cover a broad spectrum of topics, including laminar and turbulent flows, compressible and incompressible flows, multiphase and free-surface flows, moving interfaces, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids, thermo-fluid coupling, and fluid–structure interactions. Applications span both classical and emerging areas such as aerodynamics, energy systems, environmental and geophysical flows, biomedical engineering, industrial processes, and beyond.

The scientific program will include plenary and semi-plenary lectures delivered by distinguished invited speakers, addressing key challenges and recent developments in their respective fields. Minisymposia will provide a platform for participants to present and discuss their latest research, fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and networking within the community.

We warmly invite you to join us in Yokohama for CFC 2027. In addition to the conference, we hope you will enjoy the city’s attractions and experience the rich culture and hospitality of Japan.

Previous CFC Conferences were held in Swansea, United Kingdom (1974), Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy (1976), Banff, Canada (1980), Tokyo, Japan (1982), Austin, Texas, USA (1984), Antibes, France (1986), Huntsville, USA (1989), Barcelona, Spain (1993), Venice, Italy (1995), Arizona, USA (1998), Texas, USA (2000), Nagoya, Japan (2003), Swansea, United Kingdom (2005), Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA (2007), Tokyo, Japan (2009), Munich, Germany (2011), San Diego, USA (2013), Taipei, Taiwan (2015), Rome, Italy (2017), Chicago, USA (2019), Hangzhou, China (2021), Cannes, France (2023), and Santiago, Chile (2025).