XI Brazilian Conference on Rheology (BCR) 2026

General Information

The conference is supported by The Brazilian Society of Rheology, a member of The International Committee of Rheology. The event aims to bring together professionals, academics, and students fostering a multidisciplinary environment conducive to the dissemination of knowledge, exchange of ideas, and the establishment of partnerships and collaborations.

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XI BCR 2026

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the XI BRAZILIAN CONFERENCE ON RHEOLOGY (BCR 2026), to be held in Vitória, ES, from March 15th to 19th, 2026, at the Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES). This event is supported by the Brazilian Society of Rheology (a member of the International Committee of Rheology) and organized by the Postgraduate Program in Mechanical Engineering at UFES.

The conference aims to foster the exchange of ideas and knowledge among Brazilian researchers in the field, strengthen Brazil’s international scientific presence, enhance the collaboration between academia and industry, and promote the field of Rheology within Brazil.

At the XI BRAZILIAN CONFERENCE ON RHEOLOGY 2026, a variety of topics will be addressed, including Rheology in industry, polymer blends and composites, biomaterials, and active drag reduction, among others. The event will feature lectures and technical sessions conducted in English, offering an excellent opportunity for Brazilian researchers to engage with distinguished national and international experts and discuss recent scientific and technological advances.

In addition to the conference, we invite you to explore Vitória, one of Brazil’s most scenic coastal cities. The capital of the state of Espírito Santo, Vitória was founded by the Portuguese in 1551. The city is situated on a river-marine island, surrounded by the Bay of Vitória and 34 other islands, with a portion of the municipality located on the mainland. Vitória boasts the 5th highest Human Development Index (HDI) among all Brazilian municipalities and was ranked by the UN as the second-best city to live in Brazil in 2015. In a 2017 survey, it ranked as the third-best Brazilian capital. The city enjoys a tropical climate, with an average temperature of 27°C in March.

Commission

Edson José Soares – Chair

Laboratory of Rheology (LABREO)
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universidade Federal do Espirito Santo, Avenida Fernando Ferrari, 514, Goiabeiras, ES, 29075-910, Brazil

Roney Leon Thompson – Technical chair

COPPE, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Centro de Tecnologia, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Ilha do Fundão, 21945-970 Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

Best Poster Award 2026

The inaugural Best Poster Award at BCR 2026 encourages high-quality research in rheology and non-Newtonian fluids by students and postdocs, showcasing original, excellent work.

Criteria: Relevance of the topic to the field of rheology; Abstract Quality; Effectiveness and professionalism of the presentation; Clarity and quality of the discussions and conclusions; Significance and impact of the results and discoveries obtained.

A scientific technical committee evaluated the works and selected a winner of BCR 2024. The winner was:

Presenter: Matheus Pinto Xavier

Work Title: Displacement flow through enlared regions in annular ducts

Call for Submissions: SBR Best Graduate Work Award

Are you a Master’s or Doctoral graduate whose research has made a significant impact on the fascinating world of rheology and non-Newtonian fluids? Did you graduate from Brazilian universities?

The Brazilian Society of Rheology (SBR) is proud to announce the SBR Best Graduate Work Award, recognizing outstanding academic achievements at both the Master’s and Doctoral levels. This prestigious award celebrates innovative and high-quality research that advances our understanding of the deformation and flow of complex materials.

Why submit your work?

• Gain recognition for your hard work and significant contributions to the field.
• Showcase your research to a community of experts in rheology and non-Newtonian fluids.
• Enhance your academic and professional profile.

If your graduate work (master’s dissertation or PhD thesis) explores topics like complex fluid behavior, viscoelasticity, thixotropy, or any other area related to rheology and non-Newtonian fluid flow, we encourage you to apply!

You can find all the information about the award, including detailed submission guidelines and deadlines, at this link.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be recognized for your excellence in research!Do you have any questions about the award or the submission process? Please, write to [email protected]

Organization and sponsors

BCR XI 2026 is organized by Laboratory of Rheology (LABREO) at UFES, supported by CNPq, LABREO, and sponsored by Anton Paar and ReoTerm.

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If you need any assistance after the event (e.g., certificate or invoice), please send an email to [email protected]

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