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March for Science set to mobilize scientists worldwide and emphasize role of science in public policy

By April Gocha / April 18, 2017

The March for Science is set for this upcoming Saturday, April 22, in Washington, D.C., and some 400 other cities around the world, in which scientists and science supporters will converge for a rally to display their support for the role of science in society and its place in public policy.

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ECerS hosts summer school in conjunction with annual conference

By Faye Oney / April 13, 2017

The European Ceramic Society is hosting Summer School 2017 in Budapest on July 7-8, 2017, in conjunction with its annual conference July 9-13. Students interested in attending can apply for travel support from ACerS before May 5.

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Dr. Skateboard inspires science learning by connecting with students through action sports

By April Gocha / March 28, 2017

Bill Roberston, better known as Dr. Skateboard, catalyzes STEM learning through a unique pairing of his passions—skateboarding and teaching.

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ACerS UK Chapter attracts 55 members to its inaugural meeting

By Faye Oney / March 24, 2017

It’s an exciting time for ceramics professionals in the U.K., as ACerS recently launched its first international chapter. The inaugural meeting featured eight speakers on a variety of ceramic-related topics and attracted 55 attendees.

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Women of NASA officially set to enter LEGO universe

By April Gocha / March 10, 2017

It’s official—the Women of NASA LEGO Ideas concept set that debuted last year has gained enough fan support and passed LEGO board scrutiny to become an official LEGO set.

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Young material scientists, apply for ASPIRE competition for chance to win $25,000

By April Gocha / February 15, 2017

Young scientists, listen up—the U.S. State Department is seeking applicants to represent the country in the 2017 ASPIRE Competition, with an opportunity to win a $25,000 grand prize.

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Elsevier seeks nominations for glass award in honor of W.H. Zachariasen

By April Gocha / January 9, 2017

The Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids (JNCS) is now accepting nominations for the W.H. Zachariasen Award, an early-career honor that recognizes excellence in research and JNCS publication in the field of amorphous materials.

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Awards, meetings, networking, shattered mugs, art, and so much science—MS&T16 continues in Salt Lake City

By April Gocha / October 26, 2016

Materials Science & Technology 2016 continues to deliver top-quality materials science and engineering research at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, this week—here are a few more shots of all the materials science action.

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MS&T16 elevates materials science research with strong start in Salt Lake City, Utah

By April Gocha / October 25, 2016

Materials Science and Technology 2016 kicked off in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Sunday—check out some of our first snapshots of the action.

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Video: Luminaries of The American Ceramic Society presents past-president Delbert Day

By Stephanie Liverani / September 2, 2016

Delbert Day, ACerS past-president, former Missouri University of Science and Technology professor, and cofounder of Mo-Sci Corporation (Rolla, Mo.), reflects on his long and impactful career and gives advice to those just getting started.

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