Symposium
Technical Co-Sponsor IEEE/UFFC |
Join the Ultrasonic Innovation Wave at UIA54 – Salt Lake City
Get ready to experience the forefront of ultrasonic technology at UIA54, hosted in Salt Lake City – a vibrant hub of innovation and discovery. This premier symposium brings together global leaders, pioneering researchers, and forward-thinking manufacturers to explore the latest breakthroughs in ultrasonic applications.
From industrial advancements to medical marvels, UIA54 offers a dynamic program that bridges research and real-world impact. Engage in thought-provoking sessions on the convergence of ultrasonic technologies, and gain practical insights through a hands-on workshop focused on intellectual property strategy and entrepreneurial growth.
Connect with an international network of experts from top-tier universities and industry giants, all passionate about shaping the future of ultrasonics. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a rising innovator, UIA54 is your gateway to inspiration, collaboration, and cutting-edge knowledge.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative event.
Tuesday Forum: The Journey from Idea to Acquisition
- How breakthrough scientific ideas are nurtured into viable products
- What it takes to secure early investment and build momentum
- Lessons learned in scaling a company from concept to market readiness
- Strategies for protecting IP and navigating the complex FDA approval process
- How founders position their companies for acquisition and long-term success
Forum participants will include:
- Rebecca Cleary, CTO, Nami Surgical - spin-out from the University of Glasgow developing miniaturized ultrasonic surgical scalpels for applications in robotic surgery and beyond.
- Mark Schafer, Director of Ultrasound Engineering, Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, WVU. Mark is a seasoned veteran of multiple startups and technical leadership roles, and internationally known in ultrasound metrology, regulation, and standards.
- Kevin Houser, St. Andrews Systems, proven technical leader with a passion for innovation.
Discover what’s next in ultrasonics – only at UIA54.
New Sponsorship Levels Now Available
Our network of experts from top-tier universities and industry giants, all passionate about shaping the future of ultrasonics come from around the world.. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a rising innovator, UIA54 is your gateway to inspiration, collaboration, and cutting-edge knowledge.
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Hotel Reservations at the Salt Lake City Hilton
Our Symposium hotel is located In central Salt Lake City, a two-minute walk from Salt Palace Convention Center. City Creek Center mall and Temple Square are both within a half-mile of our door. Cottonwood Canyon is 40 minutes away, offering summer hiking, biking, and climbing, as well as winter skiing. Room rate is $194 per night, plus taxes.
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Sponsorships and Exhibits Information
Here is the UIA 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities for UIA54. Please call Fran Rickenbach at 937.586.3725 if you have questions or email. We look forward to working with you.
UIA54 Program Schedule
Monday, 20 April 2026
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08:55-09:00 |
Tony Crandall & Margaret Lucas |
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Welcome |
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09:00-09:25 |
Andrew Feeney |
University of Glasgow |
The sonochemical extraction and recovery of technology critical metals from shredded photovoltaics |
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09:25-09:50 |
Jack Stevenson |
Nami |
A low-cost approach to metal characterisation using resonant ultrasound spectroscopy |
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10:15-10:40 |
Dominick DeAngelis |
K&S |
Extracting the Properties of Piezoceramic Rings for Optimizing the Design of Ultrasonic Transducers |
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11:00-12:00 |
Leonard Bond |
Iowa State University |
Evaluation of a Hybrid Algorithm for Monitoring Ultrasonic Bone Fracture Healing |
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13:30-13:55 |
Timo Scholehwar |
PI Ceramic GmbH |
Challenges and Application of High Temperature PIC400 Piezo- Ceramic |
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13:55-14:20 |
Alex Darian |
Bioventus |
BoneScalpel Access; Development of an Ultrasonic Hard Tissue Instrument Set Used by Surgeons for Limited Access Surgical Applications |
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14:20-14:45 |
Dan Cotter |
Integra LifeSciences |
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15:15-16:30 |
Student Presentations |
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Tuesday, 21 April 2026 Journey from Idea to Acquisition
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09:00-10:00 |
Dean Constantine |
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Keynote Speaker |
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10:30-12:00 |
Margaret Lucas |
University of Glasgow |
Forum: The Journey from Idea to Acquisition |
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Mark Schafer |
West Virginia University |
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Rebecca Cleary |
Nami Surgical |
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Kevin Houser |
St. Andrews Systems |
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1:45- 3:30 |
Myra Flitcroft |
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Tour of Moog Facilities |
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Wednesday, 22 April 2026
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09:00-09:25 |
Rasmus Lou-Moeller |
CTS Corporation |
Doped Ceria: A Novel Material for Actuators and Low Frequency Ultrasound |
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09:25-09:50 |
Chris Watson |
Ceramtec |
Comparing a range of lead-free materials in ultrasonic Langevin transducers suitable for autoclaving and disposable devices relevant to the medical sector |
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10:15-10:40 |
Karl Graff |
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Developments in Ultrasonic Metal Welding |
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11:00-11:50 |
Mark Schafer |
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Designing Ultrasound neuromodulation systems over different spatial scales |
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Wednesday 1:30-3:45 |
Student Presentations |
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Registration
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UIA54 Registration Fees
Live registration fees:
| 20 February- 31 March 2026 | 1 - 22 April 2026 | |
| Member - full | $ 1,050 | $ 1,150 |
| Member - daily | $ 420 | $ 460 |
| Nonmember - full | $ 1,350 | $ 1,450 |
| Nonmember - daily | $ 540 | $ 580 |
| Student full | $ 550 | $ 575 |
| Student - daily | $ 220 | $ 230 |
| Virtual Registration | $ 495 | $ 495 |
UIA is pleased to underwrite student participation as a full symposium participant OR as a poster presenter. Students submitting posters have the choice of adding either the Monday Industrial Sessions or the Wednesday Medical Sessions at no additional charge.
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General Information
UIA54 Code of Conduct
UIA is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and staff. All participants are expected to abide by this Virtual Programs Code of Conduct.
UIA has zero-tolerance for any form of discrimination or harassment, including but not limited to sexual harassment by participants or our staff at our meetings.
Unacceptable Behavior is defined as:
- Harassment, intimidation, or discrimination in any form.
- Verbal abuse of any participant or UIA staff member.
- Examples of verbal abuse include, but are not limited to, verbal comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, national origin, inappropriate use of nudity and/or sexual images in public spaces or in presentations or threatening or stalking any participant.
Travel Info
Hotel Reservations at the Salt Lake City Hilton
Our Symposium hotel is located In central Salt Lake City, a two-minute walk from Salt Palace Convention Center. City Creek Center mall and Temple Square are both within a half-mile of our door. Cottonwood Canyon is 40 minutes away, offering summer hiking, biking, and climbing, as well as winter skiing. Room rate is $194 per night, plus taxes.
Click here to make your hotel reservations
Tuesday Evening
