F03 Symposium Q: Mechanical Properties of Nanostructured Materials and Nanocomposites; December 1-5, 2003; Boston, MA

Materials Research Society, Warrendale PA

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Abstract

Symposium Q Mechanical Properties of Nanostructured Materials and Nanocomposites to be held at the 2003 MRS Fall Meeting Boston MA, during December 1-5, 2003 The main aim of this Symposium is to provide a critical, up-to-date review and discussion on science and technology of nanostructured materials and nanocomposites, with focuses placed on a fundamental understanding of the relationships between their fabrication, structure, strength and ductility. The organizers aim to gather researchers who will review recent advances in mechanical properties of nanostructured materials and nanocomposites, assess the impact across materials science, and chart a course for future work in research, fabrication, design, and application. The Symposium covers nanoscience and nanoengineering of bulk and composite materials, thick coatings and thin films with enhanced mechanical properties for structural and functional applications. Particular emphasis is placed on bringing researchers working on theoretical and modeling aspects closer to those working on developing processing, fabrication, and characterization techniques in this new and rapidly growing area. Project/Abstract Summary This award will provide partial financial support of travel and registration fees for graduate students, Post-doctoral researchers and invited speakers to attend the MRS Symposium Q: Mechanical Properties of Nanostructured Materials and Nanocomposites, which will be held in Boston, MA, from December 1-5, 2003. MRS meetings promote a unique communication among materials researchers from academia, industry and government for the advancement of interdisciplinary materials research. Symposium Q creates a forum for researchers involved in nanoscience and nanoengineering of bulk and composite materials, thick coatings and thin films with enhanced mechanical properties for structural and functional applications. Invited speakers for the symposium include well-known researchers from academia, industry and national laboratories, providing a critical, up-to-date review and discussion on science and technology of nanomaterials and nanocomposites, with focuses on a fundamental understanding of the relationships among fabrication, structure, strength and ductility, and performance. Prepared: 8/23/03