Materials Day 2026

Join fellow industry leaders, researchers, students, and faculty for a dynamic day of discovery, collaboration, and innovation. This year’s refreshed format is designed to spark new ideas and connections through engaging, hands-on experiences. 

What's in store:

  • Interactive poster sessions happening throughout the day: Meet graduate students and faculty members representing many research groups from across Penn State and dive into emerging materials science breakthroughs.
  • Guided and self-guided tours of the MSC: See our cutting-edge facilities up close with live demonstrations!
  • Flash talks: These talks give a quick look at the latest research techniques and tools across the Materials Research Institute. In just a few minutes, you’ll hear about new methods, discoveries, and ideas designed to spark connections and conversations.
  • Plenty of networking opportunities: Reconnect with colleagues and meet new potential collaborators from across disciplines, like in past Materials Day events, with a few new twists.