ACerS is pleased to announce David Poerschke has been selected for Volunteer Spotlight, a program that recognizes a member who demonstrates outstanding service to The American Ceramic Society through volunteerism.
Poerschke is assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota. He received his Ph.D. in materials from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and B.S. and M.S. degrees in materials science and engineering from Case Western Reserve University.
Poerschke is a member of the Engineering Ceramics Division and Basic Science Division. He is active in ACerS as chair of the Publications Committee, as a member of the Committee on Strategic Planning for Emerging Opportunities, and as a member of the Young Professionals Network steering committee. He regularly serves on symposium organizing committees for ACerS meetings, and in organizing and facilitating ACerS networking and professional development events. He is presently the faculty advisor for the UMN Material Advantage student chapter.
We extend our deep appreciation to Poerschke for his service to our Society!