ARL Science of Extreme Materials Workshop
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

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Local Area Set-Aside (FAR 26.2) (LAS)

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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory (DEVCOM ARL), is hosting a workshop titled "Science of Extreme Materials" on October 30, 2024, at Northeastern University in Burlington, Massachusetts. The workshop aims to foster collaboration between academic institutions and industry by informing participants about ARL's mission and opportunities for partnership in advancing materials science, particularly in areas such as materials for extreme conditions, smart materials, novel processing techniques, and AI-driven materials design. Attendance is free, but registration is required by October 11, 2024, with a limit of 100 participants and three representatives per organization. For inquiries, attendees can contact Stefanie Applegate at 732-532-2570 or via email at stefanie.applegate@conus.army.mil.

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    Stefanie Applegate, 732-532-2570 <a href="mailto:stefanie.applegate@conus.army.mil">US Army C-E LCMC Acquisition Center - DAAB07</a>
    Shawn Coleman
    shawn.p.coleman8.civ@army.mi
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    The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory (DEVCOM ARL) is hosting a workshop on the Science of Extreme Materials on October 30, 2024, at Northeastern University. This event aims to foster collaboration between academic institutions and industry regarding advancing materials science. The workshop will feature presentations by ARL experts on their materials research and capabilities, followed by opportunities for participants to present short, lightning talks on their relevant research efforts. Key topics include materials suited for extreme conditions, smart materials, novel processing techniques, and AI-driven materials design. Participation is free, with a maximum of 100 attendees, limiting each organization to three representatives. Registration is required by October 11, 2024, and no on-site registration will be available. The workshop serves informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or contracts. Attendees will bear their own costs related to participation, as the government will not cover expenses. Questions can be submitted to an ARL email, and all provided information is subject to changes. This initiative reflects ARL's commitment to advancing materials research to support future Army requirements.
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