Deep Mixing 2015, an international conference on deep mixing, San Francisco June 2-5, 2015

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Dear Colleagues:We cordially invite you to submit abstracts for papers to Deep Mixing 2015, an international conference on deep mixing, to be held in San Francisco June 2-5, 2015. Abstracts can be submitted at www.dm2015submissions.org by July 14, 2014. This call for abstracts includes background about the conference series, a list of topics, and the schedule for abstract and paper submission and review.

BackgroundA series of international conferences and symposia focused on deep mixing alternated between Japan (1996, 2002, 2009) and Sweden (1999, 2005). Deep Mixing 2015 marks the first event in the series to be held in North America. Important advances in materials, equipment, system design, and project delivery mechanisms have occurred since 2009. Deep Mixing 2015 will provide a forum for international exchange of this new information. Applications include support and stabilization of embankments and retaining walls, levees, floodwalls, storage tanks, and other structures; excavation support; liquefaction mitigation; seepage barriers; and environmental stabilization. Internationally recognized experts will present the state of the art, descriptions of landmark projects, and cutting edge innovations. The symposium will be structured around plenary sessions and concurrent breakout sessions to optimize benefits to all participants. In keeping with the focus of this series, the symposium scope consists of deep mixing and mass mixing by mechanical means that may be assisted by fluid energy.
Abstract and Paper Schedule:
Abstracts Due:  July 14, 2014
Abstract Decisions:  Aug 11, 2014
Draft Papers Due:  Nov 10, 2014
Paper Review and Decisions:  Feb 2, 2015
Final Papers Due: April 1, 2015

Topics
Laboratory Mixing and Testing
Field Sampling and Testing
Material Properties and Correlations
Mixing Equipment and Technologies
Analysis and Design
Project Delivery Mechanisms
Quality Control and Quality Assurance
Specifications
Performance Monitoring
Case Histories and System Performance:
Transportation Embankments
Retaining Walls
Bridge Abutments and Piers
Dams
Levees and Floodwalls
Storage Tanks
Buildings
Waterfront Bulkheads
Excavation Support
Land Reclamation
Seepage Barriers
Environmental Stabilization
Other
Emerging Deep Mixing Applications
Sustainability
Please submit your abstract(s) at www.dm2015submissions.org by July 14, 2014. Please ensure your abstracts are 300 words or less. We look forward to seeing you in San Francisco at Deep Mixing 2015.Best regards,
George FilzMasaki Kitazume
DM 2015 Conference Co-Chair DM 2015 Conference Co-Chair
Virginia TechTokyo Institute of Technolog

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