Exploring the Universality of Hyperuniformity Across Disciplines

Hyperuniformity is reshaping our understanding of order in complex systems. Once considered the hallmark of crystalline structures, long-range uniformity has now been discovered in a wide array of disordered systems across physics, materials science, biology, engineering, and even pure mathematics. From light-guiding photonic materials and resilient transport networks to avian retinal patterns and the large-scale structure of the cosmos, hyperuniformity reveals a profound and unexpected form of organisation, one that blurs traditional boundaries between order and disorder.

This workshop brings together scientists from across disciplines to engage with one of the most exciting and rapidly evolving frontiers in contemporary science. Through a dynamic program of invited talks, flash presentations, poster sessions, and structured discussions, we will explore key open questions at the intersection of theory, experiment, and computation. Topics will range from nonlinear and non-equilibrium dynamics to topological constraints, inverse statistical design, and scalable fabrication strategies. 

Equally importantly, the workshop aims to act as a catalyst for new collaborations, bridging geographical and disciplinary divides and connecting researchers who may otherwise never cross paths. We place special emphasis on fostering participation from students, early-career scientists and pioneers in emerging areas, with the goal of building an inclusive, vibrant, and intellectually stimulating community, ready to expand the horizons of what hyperuniformity can explain, enable, and inspire.

The conference language will be English. The Wilhelm and Else Heraeus-Foundation bears the cost of full-board accommodation for all participants.