14th International Symposium
on Special Topics
in Chemical Propulsion
and Energetic Materials

Milan, Italy 4 - 7 November, 2025

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Join the 14th ISICP 2025

International Symposium on Special Topics

in Chemical Propulsion and Energetic Materials

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we are delighted to invite you to the 14th International Symposium on Special Topics in Chemical Propulsion and Energetic Materials (14- ISICP), which will be held in Milan, Italy, 4-7 November 2025. Scientists, researchers and engineers from all over the world, interested in the synthesis, ignition, combustion of energetic materials, deflagration and detonation phenomena and their applications in thermochemical propulsion and power generation are invited to participate in this international event.

IMPORTANT DATES

30 June 2025

Deadline for receipt of extended abstracts

15 July 2025

Notification of selection of extended abstracts

15 September 2025

Deadline for early registration fee

15 October 2025

Full paper submission

25 October 2025

Distribution of final program

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

Proofreading and grammar check with AI is accepted, but it must be declared at the end of the abstract (include the sentence “Proofreading assisted by AI.”).

Any other use of generative AI for abstract preparation is forbidden. Misuse of AI will be checked by the committee.

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Scientific Secretariat Contact

✉ isicp2025@polimi.it

TECHNICAL PROGRAM

The 14-ISICP will include several invited plenary talks and both oral and poster presentations. The full list of the topics cover the areas of interest of the International Journal of Energetic Materials and Chemical Propulsion, covering the following technical areas:

  • Synthesis and Characterization of Energetic Materials (EM) and Explosives (EX)
      1. Nano-technology and Innovative Methods in EM development
      2. Synthesis and Characterization of EMs
      3. Formulation, Processing and Manufacturing of EMs
      4. Performance evaluation of EMs
      5. Aging, Stability and Compatibility
      6. Test Methods and Diagnostic Techniques in Combustion of EMs
  • Ignition and Initiation Processes
  • Propellants and Combustion
      1. Solid, liquid and hybrid propellants
      2. Thermal Propulsion Systems
  • Detonation and Deflagration Processes
  • Additive Manufacturing of EMs
  • Simulation of Reacting Flows and Combustion Processes
      1. Theoretical Modelling and Numerical Simulation for CP and EMs
  • Pollution, Sustainability and Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA)
      1. Recycling, Disposal, and Environmental Aspects
  • Special Applications of Energetic Materials
      1. Thermobarics and Thermites
      2. Commercial Applications of EMs
  • Engine Testing: Measurement and Uncertainty
      1. Test Methods and Diagnostic Techniques in CP
      2. Performance of Advanced Propulsion Systems
  • Monopropellants: Catalysis and Engine Performance
  • Innovative Recket Propulsion Techniques
  • Safety aspects: handling, using, and disposal of energetic materials, propellants, ammunitions, and propulsion systems
      1. Insensitive Munitions
      2. Hazard reduction and Safety Aspects
  • Dual use regulatory frameworks

  • Special session on green propulsion systems: status and perspectives

      1. Environmentally Friendly Green Propellants

COMMITTEE

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