The workshop series "Variational MultiScale (VMS) and Stabilized Finite Elements" started in Göttingen in 2004 with the intention of gathering researchers in the field of stabilized finite element methods, mainly coming from Europe. This branch of the finite element theory aims at enhancing the stability properties of the classical Galerkin approximation by modifying it in different ways. Originally developed in the context of flow problems, it has shown its potential to be applied to a broad variety of problems, including solid mechanics and electromagnetism from the physical side, or optimization, control and others from the side of mathematical techniques.

The objective of VMS2013 is to be a forum where invited researchers can present their latest results in the field of stabilized finite element techniques. Both presentations oriented to the numerical analysis of the formulations and to their application in all areas are encouraged. It is a continuation of the scientific meetings that took place in

2004: Göttingen
2005: Heidelberg
2007: Lausanne
2008: Saarbrücken
2009: Twente
2010: Pau
2011: Glasgow
2012: Kiel