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INCLUDED IN THE REGISTRATION FEE: Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee and Refreshments, Evening Banquet
Separate registration required – see registration form (Spring 2026)
PROGRAM CHAIR: : Austin Houston, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
PROGRAM CO-CHAIR: Naomi Pieczulewski, Cornell University
PHYSICAL SCIENCES CO-CHAIR: Blake Dorame, Arizona State University
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES CO-CHAIR: Nicholas Rienstra, University of Wisconsin, Madison
EARLY CAREER CO-CHAIR: Bryan Lim, Oak Ridge National Lab
EARLY CAREER CO-CHAIR: Allison Mis, National Institute of Standards and Technology
EARLY CAREER CO-CHAIR: Selda Nayir, Oak Ridge National Lab
SOCIAL CHAIR: Essance Ray, University of Washington
SPONSOR LIAISON: Andres Marquez
Join us as the Microscopy Society of America Student Council hosts its 10th Annual Pre-Meeting Congress. This year’s theme— “A Decade in Focus: From microscopic beginnings to a magnified community & career”—highlights the growth of our field and the expanding opportunities for early-career microscopists. We’re celebrating with distinguished keynote speakers, including past MSA Student Council presidents and other leaders in microscopy. Our keynote, panel session, and breakout discussions will center on career development and lessons learned over the past decade. Attendees are encouraged to present their work in our poster session—a supportive setting to share research and receive feedback. Beyond the sessions, connect with fellow early-career microscopists through interactive social events and games, culminating in our Saturday Night Banquet at Gather at Deer District. Come learn, present, celebrate, and help launch the next decade of microscopy
This pre-meeting congress is organized by and for students, postdocs, and early-career professionals, and provides:
- A forum for early-career professionals to present to peers ahead of the meeting
- Opportunities for students and postdocs to present posters and win peer-voted awards
- Career workshops on interview skills and exploring career paths
- A supportive setting to share research in an engaging and interactive way
- Networking opportunities with people from diverse research backgrounds
PMC Poster Sessions & Submission
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: June 30, 2026
Submit Today!
We are now accepting submissions for the PMCx60 poster session. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your work and practice presenting in a more informal setting ahead of the main M&M meeting. Several awards will also be offered.
Poster requirements for sizing and orientation are the same as the main M&M meeting. We will have thumbtacks available.
If you have any questions, please contact the PMCx60 Chair, Austin Houston (ahoust17@vols.utk.edu), or Co-Chair, Naomi Pieczulewski (nap65@cornell.edu).
PMC Travel Award Application
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
Apply Today!
STUDENT AWARD DETAILS
The PMCx60 organizers are pleased to offer financial support to qualifying registrants to help offset the additional travel costs associated with attendance to PMCx60 before M&M 2026. These awards are made possible through a Microscopy Society of America Strategic Initiative, celebrating our 10th annual PMCx60. All student PMCx60 registrants are welcome to apply for this award. A limited number of awards are available, providing reimbursement of up to $500 for expenses associated with attending PMCx60. Reimbursement will be issued after the meeting.
Awards will be granted primarily based on financial need, with priority given to those who would be unable to attend without assistance. Second criterion for consideration may be given to individuals presenting posters at PMCx60 and then finally time of application submission in determining award recipients.
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