I Am a Materials Science Enthusiast and I Want to Get Involved

Volunteer for a Public Outreach Project

• MRS Public Outreach Committee 
  Educates the general public on the importance of materials research 
• NISE Network
  Science researchers and educators encouraging awareness, understanding and engagement of nanoscale science, engineering and technology 
• Materials Research Science & Engineering Centers (MRSEC)
  Numerous opportunities for involvement with university and industry research 

Organize a Materials Science Outreach Project

• Materials Research Society Foundation
  Advances MRS' mission to benefit a variety of innovative member-driven grass-roots education and outreach initiatives 
• NanoDays Planning Guide
  A NISE Network toolkit that includes a guide and materials list to help with planning NanoDays events 
• Engage the Public in Nano
  A NISE Network toolkit to educate and engage others in nanoscale science, engineering and technology  
• Mastering Science and Public Presentations
  A NISE Network video seminar that covers the best tools, tips and tricks for sharing science through presentations  

Get Involved with Materials Science on Campus

• Join an MRS University Chapter
  Learn more about MRS' university chapters and find one at your college or university   
• Women in Materials Science and Engineering
  An MRS interest group that fosters discussion, ideas and strategies for the advancement of women in materials science education and careers  
• Enter the Science as Art Competition
  An art contest sponsored by MRS held in conjunction with our fall and spring meetings 
• Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Education & Workforce Development
  A directory of internships, scholarships, fellowships and post-doctoral research awards  
• MRSEC
  Interdisciplinary research groups working together to address major topics and areas of materials research, science and engineering 
• National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network (NNIN)
  A network of nanotechnology facilities providing collaboration opportunities for nanoscience and nanotechnology research   

Find Others Involved in Materials Science Outreach Programs

• NISE Network Partners
  A nationwide network of universities, research institutions, museums and others collaborating to engage the public in nanotechnology  
• Ainissa Ramirez: Science Evangelist
  Dr. Ramirez is an MRS member who has developed two series of educational videos about materials and science 
• Science & Engineering Ambassadors
  A National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Engineering program that is working to engage the public on current issues in science and engineering
   

 Learn More about Informal Science Education

• Engage the Public in Nano
  A NISE Network toolkit to educate and engage others in nanoscale science, engineering and technology    
• A Guide to Building Partnerships Between Science Museums and University-Based Research Centers
  Advice on developing, funding and maintaining education outreach partnerships 
• Center for Advancement of Informal Science Education (CAISE)
  Working to strengthen and advance informal science education through broadcast and digital media, games, zoos and aquariums, science centers, museums, nature centers, botanical gardens, and youth and community programs