During the workshop, I could find many interesting talks and sessions about mathematical and engineering problems relevant to fractures. I've been working on partial differential equations relevant to damage mechanics from (more general) mathematical points of views, but not been interacting with the fracture society. So my participation was a nice opportunity to collect information about recent developments in phase-field models of fracture. Moreover, it is very nice not only for myself but also for my students and postdocs for looking for potential research theme in the future.

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