Advocacy
MRS's Public Affairs goals, undertaken by the Government Affairs Committee, are to:
- Contribute to the development of the U.S. government's science and technology policy in materials-related areas by serving as a resource for reliable, unbiased technical and professional information, stimulating responsible technical discussion and facilitating the exchange of information between policy makers, materials scientists and engineers, and the public.
- Provide timely information on materials-related emerging public policy issues, Federal programs and other activities to MRS members and others in the materials community.
- Facilitate teaming with other materials-related professional societies to create a larger voice for the materials field in order to enhance the information, implementation and broaden understanding of materials-related policy for the benefit of society.
Government Affairs Committee Chair
Nabil D. Bassim
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
nabil.bassim@gmail.com
Additional contact information:
Ronald L. Kelley
MRS Office of Public Affairs
Suite 600
499 South Capitol St. SW
Washington, DC 20003
202-256-5211
PublicAffairs@mrs.org
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Donna Gillespie
Government Affairs Coordinator
Materials Research Society
506 Keystone Drive
Warrendale, PA 15086
724-779-2732
gillespie@mrs.org
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Congressional Fellows »
MRS co-sponsors two Congressional Fellowships to provide an invaluable public policy learning experience and to broaden awareness about the value of scientific and engineer-government interaction among society members and the federal government. The application period for the 2013-2014 Congressional Fellowships runs through January 4, 2013.
Materials Voice »
Tell your legislators why support of the physical sciences and science education is necessary -- for national security, quality of life, and a strong economy. With Materials Voice, you can create personalized letters addressed to your representatives on Capitol Hill. You can customize them, if you choose, and send via email, or print and send via mail or fax.
Resources »
Materials research plays a critical role in advancing science and technology, manufacturing processes, establishing new businesses and driving economic prosperity. These printable resources include examples of how materials impact our lives.
Issues »
Issues and actions affecting public policy regarding materials research.