“The Tennessee Valley Chapter advances the science and technology of materials, interfaces, and processing — connecting researchers, students, and industry across a five‑state region.”
What the chapter offers
Short Courses
Chapter-sponsored short courses run in late fall or spring when there's enough local interest. Any AVS-sanctioned course can be adapted to the needs of our region.
Explore short courses →A Five-State Network
Every National AVS member in Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama, and South Carolina is automatically a member of this chapter, connecting researchers across the region in materials, surfaces, and vacuum science.
About the chapter →The Full AVS Network
Chapter membership opens the door to AVS's national divisions, technical groups, student chapters, and awards — alongside your local, regional community.
Join AVS →Get Involved
The chapter is run by volunteers from the membership. To propose a short course, organize a regional meetup or student poster session, or join the executive committee, contact the officers below.
Get in touchChapter leadership
A volunteer executive committee runs the chapter. Full officer list & contacts →