Precise Measurement, Mechanistic Understanding and Enhanced Avoidance of Corrosion

Corrosion is a continual and insidious threat to most industrial, civil, and military installations and activities. Corrosion losses are valued at over US $2.5 trillion, annually! Not surprisingly, therefore, extensive research efforts are underway to develop precise corrosion measurement and monitoring tools and methods, to investigate and understand the basic mechanisms controlling corrosion processes and to devise advanced methodologies and improved procedures to control, limit, or avoid corrosion damage. This meeting will explore the latest advances in these areas, as they apply to a range of corrosion phenomena, through invited presentations by established and emerging leaders in the field, insightful discussions both within and beyond the conference sessions, and collegial interactions between participants from all sectors and stages of the field during the variety of social activities and ample rejuvenation periods available throughout the week. The meeting will consist of 9 topical sessions and a GRC Power Hour™, which is a forum for addressing challenges faced by women and all underrepresented groups in achieving equity and inclusion in science. Each session will consist of presentations followed by an extended discussion period (not just a simple Q&A), facilitated by a knowledgeable Discussion Leader. Poster submissions and presentations from attendees at all levels from student to senior are welcome, to populate our lively and stimulating late afternoon poster sessions.