2023 Chemical Reactions at Surfaces Gordon Research Conference and Seminar
Abstract
The goal of the GRS is to introduce young scientists to the GRC topics and speakers, network with other like-minded young scientists with different backgrounds, and ultimately to maximize the value of their experience at the subsequent GRC. The GRS will bring together an interdisciplinary group of students and young researchers from chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, and materials science. They will have an opportunity to present their work in the form of an oral or poster presentation during a two-day technical session. The subsequent GRC will convene an interdisciplinary group of world-recognized experts and young researchers from chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, and materials science to address and discuss fundamental aspects of surface and interfacial chemistry, representing grand challenges the world is faced with. In line with the theme chosen for the 2023 GRC, "From Single Atoms and 2D Materials to Electrified Interfaces", specific emphasis will be given to cutting-edge methods and topics in surface science, which would ultimately bring to a unifying picture bridging functional materials over a broad range of size domains, from single atoms to 3D materials. The multi-disciplinary nature of the conference will be highlighted by presenting applications of surface science spanning from electrocatalysis to new advances in in-situ spectroscopy and microscopy techniques. Discussion leaders, speakers, and young attendees will exchange views on highly debated topics of surface science, thereby delineating the future goals of a research field that has direct implications on the Nation s technological advancement, including its defense capabilities. The speakers invited to the 2023 GRC include 11 from the USA, 9 from Europe, 1 from Asia, and 1 from Canada. Among the 32 invited speakers and discussion leaders, 9 are women scientists, and 4 are URM. Participation by young researchers will add significant value to this conference and will foster communications among current and future leaders in the field, both in industry and academia. Stimulating the interest in science, engineering, and surface science among young scientists at the very early stages of their careers is among the main objectives served by the GRS. This is also reflected in the choice of the organizer of this event, a young female Ph.D. student in the early stage of her career. An important goal of the GRC/GRS is to foster diversity and increased the representation of underrepresented groups in the scientific panorama. Specific events inside the conference are organized to achieve this mission. For example, the GRS will include a panel discussion focusing on the role of women in STEM disciplines. Furthermore, differently from the 2019 (last) edition, the 2023 GRC: Chemical Reactions at Surfaces will include also the popular GRC Power Hour TM, a new forum for conversations on the barriers to inclusivity within its 400 communities. Furthermore, at least 3 speakers are in the early stages of their independent scientific careers. GRC presents a first-rate opportunity for young students and postdocs to present their results in front of many world-class surface scientists.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Mar 08, 2023
- Source ID
- W911NF2310108
Entities
People
- Manos Mavrikakis
Organizations
- Army Contracting Command
- Gordon Research Conferences
- United States Army