Sponsored by UL Research Institutes (ULRI) on behalf of Electrochemical Safety Research Institute Nomination period: October 15–January 15, annual Presented: ECS Texas Section meeting The  Texas Section Electrochemistry Research Award was established in 2026 to recognize a scientist or engineer working in Texas in the field of electrochemical science and technology and/or solid state science. Eligibility criteria Member in good standing of The Electrochemical Society and ECS Texas Section. A scientist or engineer working in Texas in the field of...
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Takeuchi to Present ECS Lecture at 250th Meeting Esther Takeuchi (SUNY Distinguished Professor and William and Jane Knapp Chair in Energy and the Environment at Stony Brook University and Chief Scientist and Chair of the Interdisciplinary Science Department at Brookhaven National Laboratory) will present the ECS Lecture—“Electrochemistry: A Keystone of the Energy Future”—at the 250th ECS Meeting Plenary Session. Her participation is especially fitting as ECS celebrates its 250th meeting since its founding in 1902. As she noted, “Scientific participation…
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One of Nobel laureate Dr. M. Stanley Whittingham’s earliest memories of ECS (he’s been a member for more than 50 years!) dates back to receiving a Young Author Award: “…when I got a Young Author Award and went to the Shamrock Hotel in Houston, the reception was around the pool, and the Texas Rangers came on their horses. And that was amazing!”1, 2

Elizabeth (Lisa) J. Podlaha-Murphy is Chair of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Clarkson University. Her research focuses on the electrodeposition of novel alloy and composite materials for applications including water splitting for hydrogen generation, corrosion-resistant coatings, nanostructured materials for micro- and nanoscale devices, and the modeling of battery and electrochemical systems. Prof. Podlaha-Murphy earned her BS in Chemical Engineering with a concentration in materials science and Honors Program distinction in 1986. After completing an MS and working…
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(Click to enlarge) Congratulations to the spring ECS award recipients! These distinguished individuals have demonstrated exceptional achievement and made meaningful contributions to the fields of electrochemistry and solid state science. Their dedication, innovation, and commitment are an inspiration to the broader community. Their accomplishments will be formally recognized at the 250th ECS Meeting in Calgary, Canada, as well as at select upcoming ECS Section Meetings. Join us in celebrating their impact on the scientific community. The Society looks forward to…
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Gerard Bree  University of Warwick  Date: June 24, 2026 Time: 1000–1100h ET

ECS 249: Z05 Young Researchers in Western North America – A Special Symposium and Workshop The Z05 Symposium and Workshop takes place on Sunday and Monday, May 24–25, 2026, in Seattle, WA, during the 249th ECS Meeting. The symposium includes three expert panels from academia and industry, offering graduate students and postdocs valuable insights into career paths and professional development in the ever-evolving field of electrochemistry. Nobel laureate M. Stanley Whittingham is featured in the third panel. The symposium is…
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Their experiences reveal not just what happens at the meetings, but why they matter—and barriers that can make participation challenging. Thanks to these ECS Student Chapter student members for sharing what it’s like to attend ECS Meetings! Mohammed Abdullah Al Murisi (President, ECS University of South Carolina Student Chapter, US) attended and presented talks and posters at the 245th and 248th Meetings. Rose Yesl Lee (President, ECS University of Washington Student Chapter, US) presented a talk at 2024 PRiME. Tyra…
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June – August 2026 Nomination Deadlines Recognize the outstanding individuals who strengthen and inspire our community. Award winners are announced in November 2026. Why ECS Awards matter ECS Awards honor excellence in research, education, leadership, service, and academic achievement. They recognize dedication and impact, increase visibility, and inspire continued excellence. Awards also support career advancement for professionals and expand academic and professional opportunities for students. Most importantly, they help foster a culture that values achievement, leadership, and service.

A02—Battery Safety and Failure Modes 5   G03—Semiconductor Wafer Bonding: Science, Technology, and Applications 18 G01—Atomic Layer Deposition & Etching Applications 22   G02—19th International Symposium on Semiconductor Cleaning Science and Technology (SCST 19)   G04—SiGe, Ge, and Related Compounds: Materials, Processing, and Devices 12   G01—Atomic Layer Deposition & Etching Applications 22      G03—Semiconductor Wafer Bonding: Science, Technology, and Applications 18   G04—SiGe, Ge, and Related Compounds: Materials, Processing, and Devices 12 BioLogic Malvern Panalytical  Neware Technology Limited…
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