Tutorial DS01: E-MRS/MRS: Deep, Reinforcement, Active Learning for Materials Science and Competition
Monday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 203
The joint E-MRS/MRS tutorial on Deep, Reinforcement, Active Learning for Materials Science & Competition aimed to introduce scientists and engineers from the field of materials science to novel computer-based planning and execution of experiments,
as well as data analysis approaches, in order to support the research and development of new materials and processes.
Tutorial EQ04: Symmetry-Aware Neural Networks for the Material SciencesMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 205
This tutorial presented multiple approaches for incorporating symmetries into machine learning methods, focusing on neural networks.
Tutorial EQ10: Magnetoelectric Antennas—Materials, Design, Simulation, Fabrication, Test and ApplicationsMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 206
In this tutorial, we discussed magnetoelectric antennas, talking about their materials, designs, simulation, fabrication, test and applications. This tutorial targeted an audience interested in working in the area of magnetic, piezoelectric, multiferroic
and magnetoeletcric materials and how they contribute to the performance of magnetoelectric antennas working from VLF (3~30 kHz) to UHF (300~3000 MHz) frequency range. Focus of the tutorial was on the materials, designs, simulation, fabrication, test
and applications of these magnetoelectric antennas.
Tutorial EQ08: Artificial Intelligence in Nanophotonics, Metamaterials and MetasurfacesMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 201
This tutorial focused on applications of artificial intelligence in nanophotonics, metamaterials, and metasurfaces.
Tutorial EQ05: Optical Metasurfaces—Materials, Designs, and Advanced Device ApplicationsMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 210
This tutorial covered the fundamental principles, advanced designs and technological applications of optical metasurfaces, focused on the topics of (I) High Performance Metasurface Flat Optics: from Components to Systems, (II) Nonlinear Optical Metasurfaces,
(III) Electrically Tunable Metamaterials and Metasurfaces for Control of Absorption, Emission and Scattering, and (IV) Optimization and machine learning for metasurface design.
Tutorial EQ02: Heterostructures of Various Dimensional Materials—From Epitaxy to Device ApplicationsMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 200
The tutorial focused on the fundamentals and applications of heterogeneously integrated structures using 1D, 2D, and 3D materials from the growth of 3D materials on 2D materials, and various lift-off technologies to heterogeneous integration of electronic/optoelectronic
devices.
Tutorial CH01: Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy Applied to Interfacial Battery InvestigationMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Virtual
Convenient experimental set-up in order to record unambiguous EIS data; use of adequate EIS signal (a special attention given to GEIS and PEIS); data analysis through the use of both Nyquist and Bode diagrams; understanding the interest and limits of
equivalent electrical circuit models
Tutorial EN12: Emerging Tools for Battery Technologies—Cost, Materials and Performance Analysis and PredictionMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Virtual
This tutorial session reviewed several emerging tools for the cost, materials and performance analysis and prediction for battery applications.
Tutorial CH04: Machine Learning and AI Methods for Materials Science—Applications to Theory, Characterization, and Smart ExperimentsMonday, November 29
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Virtual
The learning objectives were to provide an introduction into state of the art for machine learning in materials science.
Materials VoiceMonday, November 29
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hynes, Level 1, Prudential Foyer
The Materials Voice Booth allowed attendees to send convenient, personalized letters to their representatives on Capitol Hill, and let their voice be heard!
Symposium X—John M. MartinisMonday, November 29
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
John M. Martinis, University of California, Santa Barbara, presented Materials for Superconducting Qubits.
Tutorial EN03: Four-Phonon Scattering—A Critical Process Determining Thermal and Radiative PropertiesMonday, November 29
1:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 202
After this tutorial, the audience was expected to (1) be familiar with the background of three- and four-phonon scattering and their roles in thermal and radiative properties of materials, (2) understand the various characteristics of four-phonon scattering
mechanism in different systems and scenarios, (3) understand the broad impact of four-phonon scattering on thermal transport and radiative properties in various materials, (4) be able to tell in which types of materials and scenarios will four-phonon
scattering be critical, (5) be able to use the open-source code Four-Phonon together with Sheng BTE to calculate four-phonon scattering rates (linewidth) and thermal conductivities for materials.
Tutorial EN04: The Physics and Engineering of Crystalline Silicon Photo-Voltaic Conversion, Technology and SystemsMonday, November 29
1:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Virtual
The learning objective of this comprehensive tutorial was 1) understanding the fundamental principles of photovoltaic energy conversions; 2) understanding of the physics and chemistry behind materials and interface engineering for crystalline silicon
PV technology, 3) understanding of the design principles of the various silicon PV device architectures and module concepts and 4) the understanding of the role of a circular value chain of crystalline silicon photovoltaics in the energy transition
towards a 100% renewable energy future.
Tutorial EQ07: Mechanics and Moirés in 2D MaterialsMonday, November 29
1:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Virtual
The tutorial focused on the fundamental science of the mechanical behavior and the moiré superlattice of 2D materials.
Tutorial EN01: Materials for Sustainable ElectronicsMonday, November 29
1:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Virtual
This tutorial covered the expanding role of electronics in sustainability and power and renewable energy production.
Real-Life Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable Product Design SeminarMonday, November 29
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Room 209
Attendees learned how to incorporate sustainability principles into their research in a more comprehensive way while considering the real-world application of these principles to product design and manufacturing.
Diversifying Materials Event – Broadening Participation in the Materials Community!Monday, November 29
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Constitution Ballroom
This special event highlighted the newly-launched Diversifying Materials Special Interest Groups (SIG). There was a panel overview and discussion of the SIGs followed by interactive breakouts.
Materials VoiceTuesday, November 30
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hynes, Level 1, Prudential Foyer
The Materials Voice Booth allowed attendees to send convenient, personalized letters to their representatives on Capitol Hill, and let their voice be heard!
Plenary Session Featuring The Fred Kavli Distinguished Lectureship in Materials ScienceTuesday, November 30
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
Sir J. Fraser Stoddart, Northwestern University, and a 2016 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, presented Artificial Molecular Machines Going from Solution to Surfaces.
Symposium X—M. Stanley WhittinghamTuesday, November 30
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
M. Stanley Whittingham, Binghamton University, The State University of New York, and a 2019 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, presented The Lithium Battery: From a Dream to Readiness to Take-On Climate Change—The Materials Challenges.
Essentials of Getting Your Work PublishedTuesday, November 30
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
This interactive how-to session highlighted the fundamentals of successful scientific publishing from MRS journal Editors-in-Chief and other respected scientific journal professionals. This event was livestreamed on the virtual meeting platform.
Real-Life Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable Product Design SeminarTuesday, November 30
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Sheraton, 3rd Floor, Hampton
Attendees learned how to incorporate sustainability principles into their research in a more comprehensive way while considering the real-world application of these principles to product design and manufacturing.
Women in Materials Science & Engineering Keynote TalkWednesday, December 1
7:00 am - 8:30 am
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
The MRS Women in Materials Science & Engineering Breakfast event is intended to promote interaction across various ethnic, cultural and gender boundaries and facilitate dialogue among women (and men) working in or pursuing education toward a profession
in materials science or engineering. This event was livestreamed on the virtual platform.
Materials VoiceWednesday, December 1
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hynes, Level 1, Prudential Foyer
The Materials Voice Booth allowed attendees to send convenient, personalized letters to their representatives on Capitol Hill, and let their voices be heard!
Von Hippel Award TalkWednesday, December 1
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
Harry Atwater, California Institute of Technology, presented Trip the Light Fantastic. This event was livestreamed on the virtual meeting platform.
NSF-DMR Materials Innovation Platform ForumWednesday, December 1
10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Sheraton, 3rd Floor, Fairfax
This event showcased the successes and unique capabilities of Materials Innovation Platform national user facilities.
ExhibitWednesday, December 1
11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Hall C
Attendees connected with representatives from over 80 companies in the Exhibit Hall.
Symposium X—Pupa GilbertWednesday, December 1
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
Pupa Gilbert, University of Wisconsin-Madison and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, presented Diverse But Convergent Mesostructure in Biominerals. This event was also livestreamed on the virtual meeting platform.
Meet the New Faculty CandidatesWednesday, December 1
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Hall D
In this live Poster Session, attendees interacted with new faculty candidates as they presented their research and qualifications.
David Turnbull LectureshipThursday, December 2
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
Nicholas A. Kotov, University of Michigan, presented Nanoscale Biomemetics: From Self-Assembled Nanocomposites to Chiral Nanostructures. This event was livestreamed on the virtual meeting platform.
ExhibitThursday, December 2
10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Hynes, Level 2, Hall C
Attendees connected with representatives from over 80 companies in the Exhibit Hall.
Symposium X—Naomi J. HalasThursday, December 2
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Sheraton, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom
Naomi J. Halas, Rice University, presented Nanomaterials and Light Addressing Global Challenges. This event was also livestreamed on the virtual meeting platform.
PowerPoint KaraokeFriday, December 3
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Virtual
PowerPoint Karaoke challenged both the author of the slide and the presenter to improve their communication skills.
Symposium X—John M. MartinisMonday, December 6
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Virtual
John M. Martinis, University of California, Santa Barbara, presented Materials for Superconducting Qubits. This was a rebroadcast of the session recorded at the 2021 MRS Fall Meeting in Boston with a live Q&A session.
PREM Career Paths in Materials Science and EngineeringMonday, December 6
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Virtual
A panel of PREM graduates who have gone on to hold successful careers in academia, industry, government agencies and nontraditional sectors, shared insights about the role of materials science and engineering in their organizations and addressed existing
career paths to explore.
MRS Award Recipients—Lightning Talks and Panel DiscussionTuesday, December 7
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Virtual
During this virtual event, award recipients presented well-formed ideas on their respective research. A panel session for Q&A followed.
Green Cards for Scientific Researchers—How to Win Your EB-1/NIW CaseTuesday, December 7
1:45 pm – 2:45 pm
Virtual
This presentation covered and compared the criteria for EB-1A classification for foreign nationals of extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, EB-1B classification for foreign nationals who are outstanding researchers
and professors, and the National Interest Waiver (“NIW”) Category.
Symposium X—Naomi J. HalasTuesday, December 7
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual
Naomi J. Halas, Rice University, presented Nanomaterials and Light Addressing Global Challenges. This was a rebroadcast of the session recorded at the 2021 MRS Fall Meeting in Boston with a live Q&A session.
PREM Tip & Tricks for Applying to Summer Undergraduate Research ProgramsTuesday, December 7
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Virtual
This session highlighted summer undergraduate research programs, what they can do for you, and how to apply!
Symposium X—M. Stanley WhittinghamTuesday, December 7
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Virtual
M. Stanley Whittingham, Binghamton University, The State University of New York, and a 2019 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, presented The Lithium Battery: From a Dream to Readiness to Take-On Climate Change—The Materials Challenges. This
was a rebroadcast of the session recorded at the 2021 MRS Fall Meeting in Boston with a live Q&A session.
Distinguished KeynoteWednesday, December 8
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Virtual
Sir Kostya Novoselov, The University of Manchester, and a 2010 Nobel Laureate in Physics, presented Materials for the Future.
Plenary Session Featuring The Fred Kavli Distinguished Lectureship in Materials ScienceWednesday, December 8
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual
Sir J. Fraser Stoddart, Northwestern University, and a 2016 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, presented Artificial Molecular Machines Going from Solution to Surfaces. This was a rebroadcast of the session recorded at the 2021 MRS Fall Meeting
in Boston with a live Q&A session.
Science as Art Winners AnnouncementWednesday, December 8
4:00 pm
Virtual
Winners of the Science as Art competition were announced.
Real-Life Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable Product Design SeminarWednesday, December 8
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Virtual
Attendees learned how to incorporate sustainability principles into their research in a more comprehensive way while considering the real-world application of these principles to product design and manufacturing.
MRS PREM Research Scholars Summit Poster Session and ReceptionWednesday, December 8
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Virtual
The participants of the MRS PREM Research Scholars Summit presented their advances in scientific research.
Symposium X—Pupa GilbertWednesday, December 8
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Virtual
Pupa Gilbert, University of Wisconsin-Madison and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, presented Diverse But Convergent Mesostructure in Biominerals. This was a rebroadcast of the session recorded at the 2021 MRS Fall Meeting in Boston
with a live Q&A session.