Participation in a local AVS chapter provides an excellent opportunity to interact in a smaller venue compared to the larger national conferences, affording the participants time to focus on presentations of scientific work that is happening in our immediate geographic proximity, along with ample time for professional networking.

These local chapter meetings are also an ideal setting for students and early career researchers and professionals to present their research. Therefore, student participation is strongly encouraged. At the end of the meeting, awards will be given for the best student oral and poster presentations. The student award winners will receive a cash award, be given an award certificate, and be publicized in the AVS Newsletter. Established professionals are also welcome to submit abstracts, which could include recent studies or provide overviews of topics of general scientific interest to the society and chapter members.

Registration is required, but the meeting is free and open to non-AVS members. Pizza and refreshments will be provided around 5:30 PM.