The eighth edition of the International Conference on Mechanical Models in Structural Engineering (CMMoST 2025) will be held at the School of Industrial, Computer Science, and Aerospace Engineering of the Universidad de León on November 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2025.
Since its inception at the ETES de Caminos, Canales y Puertos of the University of Granada, CMMoST has followed a path of continuous growth through its previous editions in Granada (2011, 2013), Seville (2015), Madrid (2017), Alicante (2019), Valladolid (2021), and Málaga (2023). Over the years, the conference has become a key meeting point for researchers and professionals interested in mechanical models in structural engineering.
León, with its rich historical heritage, its spectacular Gothic cathedral, and its renowned gastronomy, offers the perfect setting to enjoy a few days of academic and professional exchange in a truly unique environment.
CMMoST 2025 will provide an excellent opportunity to present projects, share experiences, and explore new perspectives in the development and application of mechanical models. Engineers, architects, and other professionals will find an ideal space for learning, collaboration, and the strengthening of international networks.
The official languages of the conference are English and Spanish, with English recommended for written contributions to maximize their international reach.
As in previous editions, all submissions will undergo a peer-review process, and the extended abstracts of accepted papers will be published in a book with an ISBN, along with the proceedings in electronic format. Publications from previous editions have been indexed in the CPCI (Web of Science)..
This is a unique experience where knowledge exchange will be complemented by cultural and gastronomic activities.
León awaits you in November 2025!
El Profesor M. H. Aliabadi es Catedrático de Aerostructuras en el Imperial College London, donde también ejerció como Director del Departamento de Aeronáutica. Antes de incorporarse al Imperial, ocupó puestos académicos en la Universidad de Southampton y en la Queen Mary University of London.
Es reconocido internacionalmente como una de las máximas autoridades en métodos numéricos avanzados para la ingeniería estructural, con contribuciones pioneras en mecánica de la fractura, análisis de estabilidad y materiales compuestos. Ha publicado de manera prolífica, con más de 800 artículos científicos, y es autor o editor de varios libros de referencia en la disciplina. A lo largo de su carrera, el Profesor Aliabadi ha dirigido importantes proyectos internacionales de investigación, ha supervisado a numerosos doctorandos y ha sido elegido Fellow de la Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS) y del Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (FIMA). Su labor científica ha contribuido de forma decisiva al avance de la mecánica computacional y al diseño de estructuras más seguras y sostenibles.
Francisco Carro de Lorenzo is a highly qualified professional with a degree in Industrial Engineering from ICAI (1998) and a PhD in Engineering from the University of León, with a doctoral thesis on electric power systems. After beginning his professional career at Unión Fenosa, he founded Tresca Ingeniería S.A. in 2001. This company is based in León (Spain), and he currently serves as CEO and Managing Director. Under his leadership, Tresca Ingeniería has become a leading company in the industrial and energy engineering sector, with a team of over 100 professionals —mostly engineers— and projects carried out in over 15 countries. The company provides high- value solutions for leading industrial and energy corporations, currently managing projects with an annual volume exceeding 2 billion euros.
Francisco Carro's career combines entrepreneurial vision, technical expertise and innovation, positioning Tresca as a key player in industrial and energy engineering at both the national and international levels.
The social programme of the CMMoST25 conference will offer participants the opportunity to discover the culture, history, and gastronomy of León and its surroundings in a friendly and relaxed academic atmosphere.
After the morning session of presentations at the School of Industrial, Computer and Aerospace Engineering of the University of León, a bus transfer will be organized (13:30 h) to the village of Castrillo de los Polvazares, one of the most unique towns in the Maragatería region.
There, participants will enjoy a traditional cocido maragato at Restaurante Cuca la Vaina, considered one of the benchmarks in the preparation of this iconic Leonese dish.
The return will be around 17:30–18:00, leaving the afternoon free.
The day will begin with the official opening ceremony of the conference, attended by academic and institutional authorities, followed by new academic sessions at the School of Engineering.
Participants will sharelunch at Cafetería Dani y Jose, located on the Vegazana Campus of the University of León, in a university convivial atmosphere.
In the afternoon, at 19:30 h a guided tour of the city of León will take place (lasting approximately one hour and a half), visiting its most emblematic monuments such as the Gothic Cathedral, the Basilica of San Isidoro, and the historic quarter.
The day will conclude with the Conference Gala Dinner, held from 21:30 h at the Real Colegiata de San Isidoro, one of the city’s most representative historic landmarks.
On the final day, the conference will move to the Fundación Sierra Pambley, a cultural institution with a long-standing tradition in León, where the closing session and final events of the Conference will take place.
The official farewell will be celebrated with a closing lunch at Restaurante Ezequiel (around 14:30), renowned for its traditional Leonese cuisine and characteristic atmosphere.
The conference will be held at the School of Industrial, Computer Science, and Aerospace Engineering of the Universidad de León. . León is a city that captivates visitors with its rich history and iconic monuments. After enjoying the scientific sessions, we invite you to immerse yourself in its charm and discover the many secrets this city has to offer. Be sure not to miss its extraordinary gastronomy, widely renowned for its quality and variety. León is also famous for its lively tapas scene, where you can experience authentic Spanish culinary culture around every corner.
León boasts excellent high-speed rail (AVE) connections from Madrid, allowing for a comfortable journey of just 2 hours, as well as an airport with flights to various destinations and convenient road access, making it an exceptionally well-connected city.
The Universidad de León, with two campuses located in León and Ponferrada, stands out as a leader in research institutes. For decades, the region has been home to a strong presence of agricultural, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology companies, contributing to the development and prestige of the area.
La Virgen del Camino (León)
Villanubla (Valladolid, 132Km)
Oviedo (122Km)
Barajas (Madrid, 344Km)
León Station (ADIF), with stops for Regional and High-Speed trains.
A-66 (León-Benavente)
Highway of the Way of Saint James (León-Burgos)
A-66 Asturias Highway
N-120 (León-Orense)
