AUS Hosts Successful Frontiers in Materials Science and Engineering Conference
Sharjah, The Gulf Observer: The American University of Sharjah (AUS) recently concluded the Frontiers in Materials Science and Engineering Conference, bringing together over 250 distinguished scientists and engineers from more than 40 universities and companies worldwide. The three-day conference, chaired by Dr. Ali Alnaser, Professor of Physics and Director of the Materials Research Centre at AUS, aimed to foster global collaborations in the dynamic intersection of materials science and engineering.
The event provided a crucial platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration among academics, industry professionals, and government stakeholders. With a diverse range of topics covered, including materials synthesis and processing, materials for energy and the environment, and materials modeling and simulations, the conference showcased the latest advancements in the field.
Dr. Alnaser emphasized the significance of the conference, stating, “The Frontiers in Materials Science and Engineering conference provided a crucial platform for researchers and professionals to explore innovative solutions to pressing global challenges. It was inspiring to witness the exchange of ideas and the formation of new collaborations that have the potential to drive significant advancements in the field.”
Organized by the College of Arts and Sciences’ Materials Research Centre, the conference featured eight keynote speeches and numerous talks by renowned researchers. Topics ranged from silicon nanostructures to femtosecond laser-induced processes and semiconducting polymers for electronics.
The event’s dynamic nature was highlighted by ten sessions exploring various subfields, offering attendees a comprehensive overview of the latest research trends. A poster session complemented these insights, featuring over 75 posters presenting groundbreaking research findings and innovative solutions.
The recently launched Materials Research Centre at AUS serves as a hub for multidisciplinary research, combining sciences and various branches of technology and engineering. Equipped with state-of-the-art lab facilities, the center focuses on discovering novel solutions in energy, environmental, healthcare, and construction sectors, leveraging the expertise of world-class faculty and researchers.
The success of the Frontiers in Materials Science and Engineering Conference underscores AUS’s commitment to advancing research and collaboration in materials science and engineering on a global scale.
