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What is PREM?

The NSF Partnership for Research and Education in Materials (PREM) Center for Intelligent Materials Assembly (CIMA) works to strengthen the pipeline of students in materials science and STEM careers through research and education. 

Publications published under NSF DMR 2122041.

Upcoming Events

See details below!

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Fall 2026 PREM-Organized Events for Researchers and Affiliates

  • Friday, September 11 - Welcome Back PREM Event @ ALKEK 441AB [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, September 25 - PREM X MRSEC Seminar: Irene Sarro (Stachowiak Lab) @ INGR 4101 [1:00-2:00 pm]
  • Friday, October 2 - PREM Research Meeting @ COMAL 116 [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, October 9 - Applying to Graduate School Workshop @ THH 208 [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, October 16 - Professional Development Workshop @ ALKEK 441AB [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, October 30 - Applying to REU Programs Workshop @ ALKEK 441AB [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, November 6 - PREM X MRSEC Seminar: Naomi Jones (Roberts and Baiz Lab) @ ALKEK 441AB [1:00-2:00 pm]
  • Friday, November 13 - Follow up on REU Applications Workshop @ ALKEK 441AB [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, November 20 - PREM Research Meeting @ RFM 3219A [12:00-1:00 pm]
  • Friday, December 4 - PREM End of Semester Celebration & Awards Social

Summer 2026 PREM-Organized Events for Researchers and Affiliates

  • Tuesday, May 26 - PREM Outreach: CAST Med Field Trip
  • Thursday, June 25 - PREM Outreach @ Centro Cultural Girls Like Us Camp
  • Friday, July 10 - Tour of STAR Park
  • Thursday, July 16 – 17: PREM Day @ TXST & UT Austin
  • Wednesday, July 29: RICE Undergraduate Poster Showcase ​
  • Wednesday, July 29 - 31: CAMPS 2026 Conference @ U Michigan

Become a PREM CIMA Associate or Researcher

Undergraduate and graduate students interested in joining PREM as Associates or Researchers are encouraged to read our highlights page. PREM Associates participate in student meetings where they gain professional development and are exposed to materials research, with the hope of becoming a hands-on researcher in the near future. Browse faculty pages to learn more about their research interests.

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Get Involved with PREM CIMA!

Engage with our PREM Center & Affiliated Programs at Texas State University!