Parent Organization Information

Information on our chapter:

Any BU MSE-GSA student can have — FREE — attendance to the ASM Boston Events.

Student’s are also encouraged to attend the annual MRS conference hosted (15 mins away) near Hynes Convention Center each year. Below are links to sign-up to become members of our parent organization:

• Join the Materials Research Society here. As a member of MRS, you will receive access to their online journals and webinars as well as a discounted rate to the Spring and Fall Meetings. (Cost of joining is not covered by MSE)
• Join ASM (American Society of Metals) International here. As a member of ASM International, you will receive access to their online journals and information on events. (Cost of joining is not covered by MSE)

If you are a member of any of the above, please help us by filling out your membership information here. This will allow us to easily fill out chapter reports! Thanks!

Below is some more information:

MRS – Materials Research Society

In addition to hosting two annual conferences, MRS inspires and supports scientists and engineers from around the world through professional, advocacy, and outreach initiatives.

The Fall MRS meeting is held in Boston at the end of November/beginning of December. BU MSE students are encouraged to register by the early bird deadline.

ASM International – American Society of Materials

ASM events include the annual ASM Materials Experience, meetings, and panels.  We are engaged with the ASM Boston chapter.

Founded in 1933, ASM International has now over 36,000 members with a broad range of expertise in Materials Science and Engineering. The BU Chapter materialized in 2011 to help students advance their knowledge and careers in the field.

ASM mission:

• Advancing careers and knowledge in materials science through networking and collaboration with leaders in the field
• Increase Awareness of cutting-edge technology
• Explore Industry Exposure
• Help its Members to Achieve Advanced Careers

Details on joining ASM:

By going through this process you become a “Material Advantage” student member, which includes membership to ASM International, The American Ceramic Society (ACerS), The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS), and the Association for Iron and Steel Technology (AIST).

1. Log on to the Material Advantage program page, and select “New User”, then proceed by entering your information and following the steps to create your TMS account.
2. Once your TMS account is created, use the “Click Here” link to apply for membership. Select “Material Advantage Student”, then click next. Enter your education background then proceed to the payment screen. “Material Advantage Student” should be highlighted at a reduced rate. Click through until you can enter your credit card information, then submit the order.
3. Fill out your membership information here