AVS Prairie Chapter Symposium -

Join us for the 2025 AVS Prairie Chapter Annual Symposium at Lake Forest College, scheduled for Thursday, August 7, 2025. The event brings together researchers, industry professionals, and students interested in materials science and engineering to advance research and collaboration across the midwestern region. The symposium features an open theme to showcase the diverse research interests with the AVS community. Lake Forest College's unique holography gallery will provide an inspiring fusion of science adn art to your visit

Featured Speakers include:

  • Hakim Iddir, Argonne National Laboratory
  • Robert Klie, University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Teri Odom, Northwestern University
  • Elijah Thimsen, Washington University at St. Louis

Student Poster Awards

There will be $1,000 in awards available for outstanding student poster presentations recognized during the closing ceremony.

Important Dates

  • Registration Opens: June 18, 2025
  • Abstract Submission Deadline: July 18, 2025
  • Early Registration Deadline: July 18, 2025

Registration Information/Fees -

EARLY REGISTER BY JULY 18, 2025

Symposium registration includes lunch and refreshments during breaks

Symposium Registration Type & Fees

Price

Regular Attendee

$ 70.00

Student or Postdoc

$30.00

Sponsor/Exhibit Registration Type & Fees

Price

Sponsor/Exhibit: One (1) table, two (2) chairs

$ 300.00

Cancellation Policy

If for any reason you cannot attend the AVS Prairie Chapter Annual Symposium you must contact vwalkosz@lakeforest.edu or jmcchesn@anl.gov by July 18, 2025, to receive a refund, less a $5 processing fee.  No refunds can be given for cancellations after July 18, 2025.

Questions -

If you have questions about the AVS Prairie Chapter Annual Symposium please contact:

Veronika Walkosz, vwalkosz@lakeforest.edu
Jessica McChesney, jmcchesn@anl.gov

Website: https://lakeforest.edu/avs

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