FRAMILY Meeting & Workshop 2026

15 / 16–17 June 2026 · TUM Headquarter Munich, Germany · Hosted by TUM, Chair of Ergonomics

Exploring resilience & collaboration through the Functional Resonance Analysis Method (FRAM) — join the interactive journey.

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What sparks our work? Every idea, dataset, or case study is an input. Your contribution fuels the FRAMily Meeting 2026 — what will you bring?

Event info

Two complementary parts: a hands-on FRAM Tutorial and the community-focused FRAMily Meeting.

Previous FRAMily years

FRAM Tutorial

Intro · Hands-on

General Info

Foundations of the Functional Resonance Analysis Method
Mini-exercises with real-world examples
Beginner-friendly, no prior experience required

Topics

Track 1 | FRAM from Scratch – no prior knowledge needed; introduction to FRAM elements followed by building your first model
Track 2 | FMV Metadata & Features – learn how to use metadata and advanced FMV functions to enhance your FRAM models
Guided group exercises – hands-on activities in both tracks, applying a learning-by-doing approach
Peer & expert Q&A – solve ambiguities, share challenges, and exchange solutions across domains
Reference material provided – take-home guides to continue exploring FRAM modelling independently

Why you should attend

Learning-by-doing tutorial – hands-on approach to exploring FRAM
Covers the latest FMV features – discover newly developed tools and functions
Inspiration through examples – learn from real cases and diverse applications
Practical experience – gain skills you can immediately apply
Integrated with FRAMily 2026 – held just before the main event on June 16–17 at the same venue

FRAMily Meeting

Community · Exchange

General Info

Talks, workshops, and bring-your-own-model sessions
Cross-domain conversations: healthcare, industry, public sector
Focus on practical takeaways

Topics

FRAM Clinics | BYOM, BYOP – Bring your own model or problem to discuss challenges, ambiguities, and solutions with fellow FRAM users
FMV developments – Explore new and reintroduced features in the latest FMV version, with practical explanations
Collaborative Workshop Tracks – Bring your topic to the table and work with the FRAM community to advance real challenges and concepts, from AI integration to many-method thinking and the future of FRAM.
Abstract Presentations – Limited slots for interactive presentations of FRAM applications or methodological advancements, with emphasis on audience engagement

Why you should attend

Highly interactive sessions with discussions, workshops, and hands-on activities
Exclusive insights into FRAM: latest developments, innovative applications, and new software features
Community building: connect with professionals, researchers, and practitioners worldwide
For all levels: valuable for both experienced users and newcomers to FRAM
Inspiration & learning: fresh ideas to deepen understanding of complex socio-technical systems

Agenda

Use the day switcher and track filters to explore the full program.

Networking

10:30–11:00 · Vorhoelzer Forum

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Registration, Drinks & Snacks

Pick up badge, coffee & snacks.

Workshop

11:00–12:15

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Intro to FRAM elements: functions, aspects, couplings, and modelling basics

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Networking

12:15–12:30

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Coffee Break

Workshop

12:30–13:45

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Guided FRAM modelling exercise

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Workshop

13:45–14:15

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Q&A

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Networking

14:15–14:45

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Coffee Break

Workshop

14:45–16:00

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Intro to FMV use of metadata and advanced functions

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Networking

16:00–16:15

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Coffee Break

Workshop

16:15–17:30

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Guided FRAM modelling exercise

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Workshop

17:30–18:00

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Q&A

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Networking

18:00–20:00 · Vorhoelzer Forum Terrace

Day 1 · Tutorial · 15.06

Drinks & Snacks on the terrace

Speakers, Session Chairs & Scientific Committee

Social Dinner

Augustiner Klosterwirt, 19:30–22:30

Address: Augustinerstraße 1, 80331 Munich · Open in Google Maps

Leisure Activity

Guided tour through Munich, 17:30–19:00

Meeting point: Marienplatz, 80331 Munich · Open in Google Maps

Media

Downloads & videos.

Downloads

⬇ Proceedings (all abstracts with DOIs on Zenodo — coming soon)
⬇ Presentations (ZIP) - coming soon
⬇ Images of the event - coming soon
⬇ Checklist — FRAM Starter

Videos

FRAM Talk 1

FRAM Talk 2

FRAM Talk 3

FRAM Talk 4

Practicalities

Contact, Venue & Hotels.

Contact

Technical University of Munich | TUM School of Engineering and Design

Chair of Ergonomics

Email fram_01.lfe@ed.tum.de

Niklas Grabbe +49 162 1045941

Scientific Committee

Ann-Therese | Linnaeus University
Arie Adriaensen | TU Delft
David Slater | Cardiff University
Doug Smith | Memorial University of Newfoundland
Erik Hollangel | Emeritus
Gesa Praetorius | VTI - The Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute
Niklas Grabbe (Host) | Technical University of Munich
Riccardo Patriarca | Sapienza University

Email fram_01.lfe@ed.tum.de

Accessibility: We have, as far as possible, taken into account wheelchair access possibilities. The venue has wheelchair access, but we wanted to warn you the social dinner may not provide this possibility. Please contact us if you have any questions about the facilities.Venue: The elevator currently only goes up to the 4th floor. To reach the Vorhoelzer Forum, please use the stairs to the 5th floor. A barrier-free elevator to the 5th floor can be activated on request.

The Venue Location

TUM Innenstadtcampus

Vorhoelzer Forum (5th floor)

Arcisstr. 21, 80333 Munich, Germany

Main building, hallway on the left leading to the south staircase, 5th floor, room 5166

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Transport

Munich Airport to Munich Station by train (45 min)
The closest metro stations are “Theresienstraße” (6 min) and “Königsplatz” (9 min)
Walking distance to Munich Station (21 min)

Hotels

We will update this section shortly with recommended hotels near the venue (various price ranges and distances).

Hotel A – details follow
Hotel B – details follow
Hotel C – details follow

Abstract submission

Submit your contribution for Abstract, Bring Your Own Model, or Workshop.

Download Abstract Template Download BYOM Template Download Workshop Template

Instructions and Timeline

We welcome contributions in different formats — whether you want to share research results, discuss an ongoing FRAM model or problem, or host an interactive workshop.

Abstracts

Suitable for research or practice-based contributions. Aim for 1–3 pages using the template. Selected contributions will be part of the Abstract Presentation Sessions and should include interactive elements such as Q&A or short guided discussions.

BYOM (Bring Your Own Model)

Present your FRAM model or a specific challenge you want to discuss with the community. This format focuses on collaboration and shared learning.

Workshops

Propose a topic or problem that can be advanced together with the plenary. Workshops are designed to be hands-on, outcome-oriented, and facilitate discussion.

All submissions will be reviewed, and feedback will be provided. Accepted contributions may be selected for presentation or interactive sessions during the meeting. All accepted submissions will be included in the Book of Abstracts after the conference.

Submit via the “Contribute to the FRAMily” button or email your contribution to: fram_01.lfe@ed.tum.de

• Call for Abstracts opens: 1 December 2025
• Abstract submission deadline: 15 March 2026
• Notification of acceptance: 15 April 2026

Register

Secure your ticket. Registration opens on December 1, 2025.

Practical info (travel & contact)

Early Bird

until March 15, 2026

€ 450

Normal

€ 500

FRAM Tutorial

Optional

€ 100

Social Dinner

Optional

€ 60

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✔ Access to all talks & workshops

✔ Coffee, drinks, snacks & fingerfood included

✔ Materials & Give aways

✔ Leisure activity included