25th Biennial Conference of the APS Topical Group on Compression of Condensed Matter (SCCM) 2027

Connect with researchers, national laboratory scientists, defense specialists, and industry innovators advancing shock physics, high-pressure science, dynamic materials, experimental diagnostics, and computational modeling.

The 25th Biennial Conference of the APS Topical Group on Compression of Condensed Matter (SCCM) brings together researchers, national laboratory scientists, engineers, and industry professionals advancing shock physics, high-pressure science, dynamic materials, experimental diagnostics, and computational modeling. Showcase your products and services, connect with research teams evaluating advanced instrumentation, high-speed imaging, materials testing, and simulation technologies, and build relationships with potential customers.

Join us June 18–27, 2027, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, Illinois.

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Why companies exhibit

Reach researchers, national laboratory scientists, and engineers advancing shock physics, high-pressure science, dynamic materials, and computational modeling, including:

  • Principal investigators and research leaders
  • National laboratory scientists
  • Lab managers evaluating instrumentation and diagnostics
  • Defense and government researchers
  • Industry research and development teams and materials engineers
  • Computational modeling and simulation specialists
  • Graduate students and postdocs influencing purchasing

Who you'll meet at SCCM 2027

  • 55%

    from national laboratories, government research organizations, and defense agencies.

  • 39%

    from universities and academic research institutions advancing shock physics and dynamic materials.

  • 6%

    from industry and other organizations specializing in diagnostics, high-speed imaging, materials testing, and simulation

Contact us for audience profiles

Contact the APS Corporate Relations team for the full audience profile from SCCM 2025 and for more information about SCCM.

Who should exhibit?

Ideal for companies seeking visibility with shock physics, high-pressure science, and materials research teams evaluating advanced technologies, including:

  • High-speed imaging and diagnostic equipment manufacturers
  • Shock testing and dynamic materials instrumentation providers
  • High-pressure and extreme-conditions equipment suppliers
  • Materials modeling and simulation software developers
  • Defense, aerospace, and advanced materials technology companies

Exhibitor benefits

Exhibiting at SCCM connects you with national laboratory scientists, academic researchers, and industry research and development teams advancing shock physics, high-pressure science, and dynamic materials research. Showcase your technologies, reach technical decision-makers, and build customer relationships through:

  • Exhibit space positioned for attendee engagement
  • Complimentary full-conference registrations, based on booth size
  • Recognition in the mobile app, website, and on-site signage
  • Lead retrieval and networking opportunities
  • Discounted hotel rates for exhibitors

Purchase process

APS has simplified the process for purchasing exhibit booths and sponsorships — now both can be completed in a single, streamlined transaction. Get a quick overview before you begin.

Exhibit booth options

Each 10 by 10 foot exhibit booth includes two chairs, one six-foot table, one wastebasket, and a company identification sign. Additional furnishings, equipment, and services are available at an additional cost.

Purchase booth

Single exhibit space

One exhibit space for organizations seeking to showcase products, demonstrate technologies, and connect with SCCM researchers and scientists.

Cost

$3,150

Double exhibit space

Expanded exhibit space offering additional room for equipment displays, technology demonstrations, and attendee engagement.

Cost

$4,150

Premium booth

Premium exhibit space providing enhanced visibility for showcasing advanced technologies, engaging researchers, and hosting customer meetings.

Cost

$5,600

Recruiting booth

Dedicated recruiting space for organizations seeking to connect with scientists, engineers, graduate students, and postdocs pursuing careers in shock physics and materials research.

Cost

$4,000

Sponsorship opportunities

Elevate your presence at SCCM with a sponsorship package designed to increase your visibility, connect your organization with the shock physics, high-pressure science, dynamic materials, and national laboratory research communities, and extend your reach beyond the exhibit floor.

Purchase sponsorships now

Student support and travel sponsor

Support student participation and professional development in shock physics and high-pressure science while building visibility with emerging researchers and future industry leaders.

Available: 5

Cost

$10,000

Conference sponsor/major partner

Establish a prominent presence at SCCM through a major conference partnership connecting your organization with the shock physics, national laboratory, and advanced materials research communities.
Available: 1

Cost

$35,000

Promotional opportunities

Extend your SCCM presence with individual promotional opportunities designed to increase brand visibility, engage researchers and scientists advancing shock physics, high-pressure science, and dynamic materials, and reach attendees before and during the meeting.

Brand visibility and meeting essentials

Purchase sponsorship now

Conference badge and lanyard

Build meeting-wide visibility with your branding associated with attendee badges and lanyards.

Cost

$5,500

Meeting app sponsor

Put your brand in attendees' hands through prominent recognition in the SCCM meeting app.

Available: 1

Cost

$3,500

Wi-Fi sponsor

Keep attendees connected while building visibility through recognition associated with meeting Wi-Fi.

Cost

$3,500

Featured promotional signage

Showcase your organization with featured promotional signage displayed during the meeting.

Available: 4

Cost

$1,000

Attendee engagement and networking

Purchase sponsorships now

Welcome reception

Connect your brand with SCCM researchers, national laboratory scientists, and industry professionals through sponsor recognition at the welcome reception.

Available: 1

Cost

$5,000

Coffee/refreshment break

Gain visibility during a scheduled attendee coffee and refreshment break with sponsor recognition.

Available: 3

Cost

$2,500

Poster session sponsor

Build visibility with shock physics and high-pressure science researchers during an SCCM poster session through sponsor recognition.

Available: 2

Cost

$3,500

Thought leadership

Purchase sponsorship now

Thought leadership/industry session

Position your organization alongside a relevant shock physics, high-pressure science, advanced materials, or industry topic through a dedicated thought leadership or industry session.

Available: 3

Cost

$2,500

Digital and pre-event promotion

Purchase sponsorships now

Pre-event sponsored email

Reach the SCCM community before the meeting with a dedicated sponsored email opportunity.

Available: 2

Cost

$3,500

Ad retargeting: 10,000 impression

Extend your reach with a 10,000-impression digital retargeting campaign.

Available: Multiple

Cost

$750

Ad retargeting: 30,000 impressions

Expand your digital visibility with a 30,000-impression retargeting campaign.

Available: Multiple

Cost

$2,000

Ad retargeting: 50,000 impressions

Build broader awareness with a 50,000-impression digital retargeting campaign.

Available: Multiple

Cost

$3,000

Ad retargeting: 100,000 impressions

Maximize your digital reach with a 100,000-impression retargeting campaign.

Available: Multiple

Cost

$5,000

Thank you to our 2025 exhibitors and sponsors

APS is grateful to our 2025 exhibitors and sponsors, and we look forward to welcoming you back to SCCM 2027!

Contact us

For more information about partnership opportunities with APS at SCCM and other scientific meetings, please contact the APS exhibit and sponsorship manager.

Insurance disclaimer

As of April 2025, insurance coverage for exhibitor booths is now included in the cost of the booth space. Proof of this coverage will be provided directly by the insurance vendor approximately three to four weeks prior to each meeting. Accordingly, individual exhibitors are no longer required to submit separate proof of insurance to APS.

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