Highlighted Events

SOFC Opening Reception

SB: Republic Ballroom & Foyer

Sunday, 1900-2100h

Do not miss your chance to join fellow colleagues for light snacks, open bar, and ample time to network at this event!

Session Chair and Symposium

Organizer Breakfast

HCC: Room 208

Monday, 0700-0800h

The meeting’s success is very much due to the hard work of session chairs, symposium organizers, and division members. All are encouraged to attend this orientation to ensure that they are best prepared for their roles in the meeting, and learn helpful information about future meetings.

SOFC Plenary Session(s)

HCC: Room 210

Monday, 0820-1220h

Join us as SOFC-XVIII co-organizers Eric Wachsman and Teruhisa Horita welcome all attendees to the conference and conduct a session with updates from the leading SOFC programs around the world.

SOFC Poster Sessions

HCC: Hall A

Monday and Wednesday, 1800-2000h

Presenters meet and greet peers, professors, and industry representatives; field questions; make connections; and discuss compelling research questions. After a full day of sitting in session rooms, this event is a great way to continue researching while in motion. Browse the aisles to find the posters that spark your interest!

Technical Exhibition

HCC: Hall A

Monday, 1800-2000h

Tuesday and Wednesday, 1400-2000h

Take time to explore exhibits from the leading vendors in the electrochemical and solid state science fields. Also, stop by the Exhibit Hall for Poster Sessions, Networking Breaks, Professional Portraits, Meet the Editors, and the ECS Booth. Check the DEVguide for information on our exhibitors!

Professional Portraits

HCC: Hall A, Booth 130

Monday 1800-2000h, Tuesday, Wednesday, 1700-2000h

Entering the job market? Seeking new career opportunities? Expanding your professional network? A great first impression opens doors and takes your career to new heights. Update your LinkedIn profile with a new headshot. Stop by our professional portrait session, compliments of ECS! No appointment required.

SOFC Coffee and Networking Breaks

See Featured Events on pages 18-19 for locations

Monday through Friday, 0930-1030h

Monday through Friday, 1530-1630h

Take a moment before your next session to stretch your legs, reenergize with coffee or tea, and network with fellow attendees and exhibitors.

SOFC Banquet

SB: Independence Ballroom & Grand Ballroom

Tuesday, 1900-2100h

Take time out from the technical formalities of the meeting for the opportunity to network and socialize with your peers at this exquisite banquet. The evening starts with a reception in the Independence Ballroom and then transitions to a formal dinner in the Grand Ballroom. A banquet ticket is included with all SOFC registrations. To purchase an additional ticket or for more information, stop by Registration.

PLUS ECS Members Reception*

SB: Constitution Ballroom

Sunday, 1800-1900h

Are you an ECS Member? Join us as we gather before the Opening Receptions to kick off the meeting and enjoy appetizers and an open bar—along with fabulous giveaways. Not a member? Sign up today so you don’t miss this must-attend member event!

ECS Plenary Session

SB: Grand Ballroom

Monday, 1630-1800h

Come join in and honor the accomplishments of the distinguished ECS award winners and volunteers and then listen to the plenary speaker give the ECS Lecture.

Meet the Editors

HCC: Hall A

Tuesday, 1730-1830h; 1830-1930h

Wednesday, 1730-1830h; 1830-1930h

We are excited to invite you to meet esteemed editors of our journals family at the ECS Booth! They are ready to connect with you, answer your questions on journal processes, and discuss editorial opportunities and the vision for ECS Publications’ growth. As you determine your personal meeting schedule, take this opportunity to connect directly with ECS Publications Editorial Team members! Check the online program for the full schedule of editors and their appearance times.