In Memory of our Microanalysis Colleague Daniel Kent Ross
We are saddened to hear of the passing of our colleague Daniel Kent Ross.
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Cast your vote for the Microscopy Today 2021 Micrograph Awards!
Voting is now open for the Microscopy Today 2021 Micrograph Awards! Cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award.
One more day to get the Early Bird registration rate for M&M 2021!
Don’t miss out on the discounted registration fee for M&M2021! The Early Bird registration rate deadline was extended to June 15, 2021. Register by this Tuesday and save money at all registration levels. Register here for M&M 2021!
ZEISS SCOPEs Grant: Apply to win a free microscope for your K-12 classroom
During these challenging times, science teachers are seeking ways to develop cutting-edge, engaging remote-learning lessons and curriculum. ZEISS has launched a granting program to give away microscopes throughout the school year of 2021 to K-12 schools in districts that are interested in incorporating digital microscopy into their lesson plans in the coming year.
The votes are in: 2021 MAS Leadership Election Results
Thanks to everyone who voted in the 2021 MAS Leadership Election! Find out who will be joining the MAS Council in the new year.
The M&M 2021 Submission Site is now open!
Get ready for M&M 2021! Mark your calendar and Save the Date for the premier microscopy education and networking event of the year — Microscopy & Microanalysis 2021, August 1-5, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! The paper submission site just opened and the submission deadline is Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 11:59 PM, U.S. Eastern Time.
Upcoming: ASTM E42 Surface Analysis Community Forum on 11/06/2020
ASTM committee E42 on surface analysis invites you to attend our community forum discussion on issues affecting credibility in XPS analysis and interpretation. Join us for a virtual discussion of this surface analysis research community topic and help determine the best solution path that addresses these pressing issues.
MAS webinar: “TKD 101: An Introduction to Transmission Kikuchi Diffraction”
Please join us for another MAS webinar on November 20 2020 at 1 p.m. (EDT)! Chad Parish, Oak Ridge National Laboratory will talk about the basics of Transmission Kikuchi Diffraction, analytical strategies and error sources and show a few examples of practical materials problem solving using TKD. The live webinar will consist of a 50-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A.
New President’s Address
Read here the letter from our new MAS president Heather Lowers!
MAS webinar: “Correcting the Scientific Record: RNA Mediation of Pd Metal-Metal Bonds”
Please join us for another MAS webinar on September 22 2020 at 2 p.m. (EDT)! Leonard Donovan, Oak Ridge National Laboratory will talk about RNA Mediation of Pd Metal-Metal Bonds and his role in correcting the scientific record. The live webinar will consist of a 50-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A.
Solicitation of Nominations for MAS Fellow and New Nomination Deadline
The Microanalysis Society is soliciting nominations for the 2021 Class of MAS Fellows. This 2021 Class should represent outstanding MAS members who have made sustained contributions to the field and the Society. Please consider any nominations you wish to make and submit a 2021 Fellow nomination package. The deadline for 2021 nominations is September 30, 2020.
Congratulations to the 2020 M&M Scholar Award Winners!
Each year the MAS supports students to attend the Microscopy and Microanalysis annual meeting. Find out who are this year’s awardees and consider seeking out their presentations at the upcoming M&M conference.
M&M 2020: Panel Discussion on Mentoring for an Inclusive M&M Community
Please join us for a panel discussion on Mentoring for an Inclusive M&M Community on Tuesday, August 4, 12-1 CDT.
Congratulations to Best Paper Award Winners!
Each years, MAS gives out awards for superior microanalysis papers presented at the previous year’s Microscopy and Microanalysis meeting, judged to be best in each of four categories. See who this year’s winners are.
Congratulations to the 2020 Major Award Winners!
The Major Awards of the Society honor distinguished scientific contributions to the field of microscopy and microanalysis by technologists and by scientists at various career stages, as well as distinguished service to the Society. The honor will be conferred at the Microscopy & Microanalysis 2020 (M&M 2020) meeting.