M&M 2013 Advance Meeting Guide is Now Available Online and contains key information on the meeting: General Meeting Information, Program Highlights & Week-at-a-Glance Schedule, Hotel Information, Exhibitor Listing, Vendor Tutorials, Indianapolis overview and much more! Download the PDF Today!  Download the PDF today!

The awards process is one way in which the Microscopy Society of America recognizes the significant and diverse contributions that individuals make to our field. The Awards Ceremony will take place at M&M 2013 in Indianapolis, Indiana, Monday, August 5, 2013.

Distinguished Scientist Awards

Distinguished Scientist - Biological Sciences
Dr. David DeRosier, Brandeis University

Distinguished Scientist - Physical Sciences
Dr. C. Barry Carter, University of Connecticut

Burton Medal
Dr. John L. Rubinstein, University of Toronto

Outstanding Technologist Awards
Ms. Robyn Roth, Washington University in St. Louis

Outstanding Technologist, Physical Sciences
Ms. K. Shawn Reeves, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Morton D. Maser Distinguished Service Award
Caroline Miller, Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis

The Albert Crewe Award
Dr. Lena Fitting-Kourkoutis, Cornell University

The George Palade Award
Dr. Peng Ge, University of California, Los Angeles


MSA Fellows
The "MSA Fellow" designation is intended to recognize senior distinguished members of the Society who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the science and practice of microscopy imaging, analysis and diffraction techniques. Contributions can include, for example, technique development or applications, extensive service to the microscopy profession (e.g., education, outreach) or distinguished service to the Society. A minimum of ten years MSA membership is required for nomination, except in very special circumstances.

2013 MSA Fellows:

Dr. Nigel Browning
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Dr. Hamish Fraser
Ohio State University

Dr. David Muller
Cornell University

Dr. Michael Radermacher
University of Vermont

Dr. David Smith
Arizona State University

Dr. Eric Stach
Brookhaven National Laboratory  Awards Page

Online registration is now open for M&M 2013! Register early to take advantage of discounted registration fees. Hotel reservations can now be made via the M&M 2013 website as well. M&M 2013 Indianapolis Housing Bureau is a part of the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association (ICVA). It is the official housing bureau for the M&M Annual Meeting and is handling all hotel reservations. Please help MSA honor its contractual agreements and avoid penalties by reserving your room through the official housing bureau.  M&M 2013 Registration and Hotel Reservations Now Open

The M&M 2013 Exhibit Hall represents the largest exhibition of microscopy and microanalysis instrumentation and services. Visit our virtual Exhibit Hall now and take advantage of the "My Briefcase" and "My Expo Plan" to begin planning your Indy schedule....lots of companies to visit, all under one roof! If your company is interested in a booth at M&M 2013, you can make a booth reservation online, act now...booths are selling quickly!  M&M 2013 Exhibit Hall

2013 Membership Dues - Don't let your membership lapse! The grace period to renew your membership for 2013 ends March 15! We look back on what has certainly been a successful year for the Society, and we look forward to this year's M&M 2013 meeting in Indianapolis. As always, our ultimate goal is to provide you with more value for your membership. Your membership includes:
- A subscription to the Microscopy and Microanalysis Journal, the #1 impact factor journal in the field of microscopy;
- Our magazine, Microscopy Today, now with over 17,000 subscribers;
- Reduced registration fees for the Microscopy & Microanalysis meeting, the premier meeting for microscopists and microanalysts with the largest exhibition of microscopy and microanalysis instrumentation;
- And it supports increased funding for Local Affiliated Societies and student awards.
2013 Membership Dues Renewal grace period ends March 15!  Renew Your Membership Now!

 

Individuals with the requisite educational and/or occupational qualifications can attain certification by completing an application and passing both written and practical examinations. Successful candidates are awarded an official numbered MSA Certificate and a Certification Pin. Two examination cycles are offered each year.  Click here for more information.

Thomson Reuter has released the 2011 Impact Factors and Microscopy and Microanalysis is once again ranked #1 in our discipline with a 2011 IF of 3.007 and a five year IF of 3.381. Please consider submission of your manuscripts to the leading journal in microscopy.  Microscopy and Microanalysis Journal

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Looking for the next great employee? Recruiters and other interested companies may create an online profile, post one or more jobs, view resumes, and much more. Special pricing allows you to pay only for the postings that you need. And Sustaining Member companies save with every job posting. Click on the link below to get started. Login is required the first time you use the new service.  MSA Placement Office