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will be held in Columbus, Ohio, on October 14-18 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The annual fall gathering of the materials community is expected to draw nearly 3000 scientists, engineers, and students who will participate in a variety of networking events, knowledge exchanges, and professional development activities. Over the course of the meeting, more than 2000 peer-reviewed presentations will be delivered along with several invited lectures and educational courses. MS&T will also showcase the latest commercial technology frommore than 70 industry suppliers and provide multiple opportunities for social interaction. Regenerative Engineering: Materials in Convergence Work in the area of musculoskeletal tissue regeneration has focused on a number of biomaterial technologies. Polymeric nanofiber systems create the prospect for biomimetics that recapitulate connective tissue ultrastructure. Polymer and polymer- ceramic systems can be utilized for the regeneration of bone. Novel systems using graphene-ceramics provide new possibilities for bone regeneration. Hybrid matrices possessing micro and nano architectures can create advantageous systems for regeneration, while the use of classic principles of materials science and engineering can lead to the development of 3D systems suitable for functional regeneration of knee tissues. Through convergence of a number of technologies, with advanced materials science playing an important role, engaging future grand challenges is possible. Cato T. Laurencin University of Connecticut New steel products have enabled steel to play a continuing and important role in the economy and society. This presentation will highlight the continuing importance of steel and will tell the story of one recent development involving both product and process concepts. The quenching and partitioning (Q&P) concept was developed to utilize carbon in as-quenched martensite to stabilize retained austenite and thereby enhance the mechanical properties. Some background and advancements made in understanding important aspects of physical metallurgy and microstructure development will be discussed. These efforts have led to interest in implementing Q&P as a route for producing commercial high strength steels in volume, such as for lighter automobiles. Insights from research discoveries trigger innovation and invention, and ultimately lead to commercialization of new products. This influx of new technologies feeds the economy and also sparks interest in the community. It is this excitement and promise that attracts students to the field—our future workforce of policymakers, manufacturing experts, engineers, scientists, educators, and other leaders. Appreciation of the interdependence of these three corner- pins—research, education, and society—is essential to creating our best future. Steel: A Lot to Learn John G. Speer Colorado School of Mines Lynnette D. Madsen National Science Foundation The Ecosystem of Research, Education and Community Co-sponsored by: Organizers: