Our Mission
The Glass & Optical Materials Division of The American Ceramic Society focuses on the scientific research and development, application and manufacture of all types of glass, including fiber optics, the encapsulation of nuclear and hazardous wastes in glasses and the interaction of glass and ceramics in biosystems. Members of this division work with glasses in the optical, aerospace, window and electronic industries among others.
Latest News
GOMD Back to School Membership Drive
Attention all graduate students! Are you wondering how to promote your professional careers? Start by joining the largest network of ceramic and glass professionals, at The American Ceramic Society (ACerS).
The first 50 graduate students to sign up by September 30, 2024 will be free. You must choose the Glass & Optical Materials Division at the link below to be considered.
International Year of Glass (IYOG)
Learn the history of the IYOG initiative and what activities occurred throughout the United States and Canada.
A volume that commemorates the opening event that initiated the US celebration of the International Year of Glass (IYOG).
A collection of videos to stimulate collaboration among glass researchers and students.
Division Resources
Leadership
The Glass & Optical Materials Division of The American Ceramic Society is dedicated to the development of its members. If you would like to contact any of the GOMD officers, visit the ACerS online Membership Directory for contact information. You must be a member to access the directory. You may also contact Vicki Evans who will assist you.
2023–2024 GOMD Officers
Chair: Irene Peterson | Corning Research and Development Corporation
Chair-elect: Michelle Korwin-Edson | Owens Corning
Vice-chair: Mathieu Bauchy | University of California, Los Angeles
Secretary: Jessica Rimsza | Sandia National Laboratory
Chair Emeritus: Joseph Ryan | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
ACerS Board of Directors Division Liaison: Shibin Jiang | AdValue Technology LLC
President’s Council of Student Advisors Delegate: Sikder Ayon | Northwestern University
Katie Kirchner | The Pennsylvania State University
Young Professional Network Division Liaison: Caio Barca Bragatto | Coe College
Division Awards
Glass & Optical Materials: L. David Pye Glass Hall of Fame Award
The L. David Pye Glass Hall of Fame Award is presented by the Glass & Optical Materials Division annually to...
Glass & Optical Materials: Norbert J. Kreidl Award
The Norbert J. Kreidl Award for Young Scholars, recognizing research excellence in glass science, is open to all degree-seeking graduate...
Glass & Optical Materials: Stookey Lecture of Discovery
The Glass & Optical Materials Division invites nominations for the Stookey Lecture of Discovery, named in honor of materials pioneer...
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Diversity Statement
The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) values and seeks diverse and inclusive participation within the field of ceramic science and engineering.
ACerS strives to promote involvement and access to leadership opportunity regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, appearance, geographic location, career path or academic level.
About the Glass & Optical Materials Division
The GOMD Division flyer provides an at-a-glance representation of the division’s benefits, mission and focused meetings.