Malcolm G. McLaren Lecture Symposium
The annual Malcolm G. McLaren (MGM) Lecture Symposium brings renowned experts in the field of materials science together with our school's faculty and students for a unique networking and educational experience.
2026 MGM Symposium Distinguished Lecturer
"Novel Processing of Entropy Stabilized and Compositionally Complex Materials"
Helen M. Chan, Ph.D.
New Jersey Zinc Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Lehigh University
Dr. Chan is the author of over 180 publications and holding five U.S. Patents, Dr. Chan's research interests include the application of reactive processing to fabricate unique ceramic/metal structures; the mechanical behavior of ceramic composites; and the role of interfacial chemistry in determining the elevated temperature mechanical behavior of ceramics. Dr. Chan has also been actively involved in research on the processing and microstructural development of lead-based relaxor ferroelectrics for transducer/actuator applications.
MGM Technical Program
Featured Presentations
- High-entropy Fracture: Towards High-Toughness Ceramics
- Using Entropy to Stabilize Unique (and useful) Grain Boundary States
- The Role of Entropy and Complexity in Materials Science: Microstructure and Properties
Student Poster Showcase
Reception
For more than three decades, the MGM Lecture Symposium has honored Malcolm G. McLaren, alumnus, professor, and former chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering for his contributions to the fields of materials science, engineering, and education.
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