The 25th Wei-Wen Yu International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures brings together scientists, researchers, educators and engineers engaged in cold-formed steel (CFS) structures work from across the world. The conference will take place on October 6-7, 2026 at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin.
2026 Conference on Cold-Formed Steel
Date, Time and Location
October 6-7, 2026
The University of Wisconsin’s Memorial Union in Madison, Wisconsin
Conference Description
The Wei-Wen Yu International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures is designed to bring together leading scientists, researchers, educators and engineers who have been engaged in the field of research and design of CFS structures for discussion of recent research findings and design considerations.
Abstract submissions opened November 7, 2025, and closed January 30, 2026, for abstracts. Registration opens March 26, 2026. Organizers will announce abstract selections later. Submit full papers by May 31, 2026. Cancel registrations by September 4, 2026.
Key Dates
- Mar. 26, 2026: Registration opens
- TBD: Abstract selection notifications
- May 31, 2026: Full paper submission deadline
- Sep. 4, 2026: Cancellation deadline
CFS Specialty Conference History
Under the direction of Dr. Hannah Blum, the conference is a continuation of the 24 previous international conferences sponsored by the former Wei-Wen Yu Center for Cold-Formed Steel Structures.
Past CFS specialty conferences have been leading international research forums. These conferences featured dozens of technical presentations and attracted hundreds of participants from around the world. Organizers emphasized global collaboration and recognized student excellence through research and awards presentations. The conference legacy strengthens international partnerships and advances innovation in CFS framing research.