Connect

Connect with a community of spectroscopists in your discipline, geographical location, or other areas of interest

  • Technical Sections: Technical sections help you expand your knowledge base through mentoring activities, educational opportunities and networking events focused around a particular spectroscopy technique or interest. These sections connect technology experts and users across academia, government and industry. Learn more about the technical sections here.
  • Regional Sections: Regional sections have regular meetings, both in person and virtual, that facilitate local collaborations and connections among different kinds of scientists. Grow your breadth of spectroscopy knowledge with exposure to multiple disciplines and discover new ways that spectroscopy can be used. Learn more about our regional sections here.
  • Student Sections: These sections have a student-centered approach to connecting to the world of spectroscopy, building collaborations, friendships, and future employment opportunities. Student members learn about both the cutting-edge and the well-established ways spectroscopy is used throughout scientific communities. Learn more about our student sections here.
  • Early Career: The early career group is for scientists who have graduated within the past 5 years. Whether you have just entered industry or academia, membership in this group provides career-focused opportunities to enrich your spectroscopy knowledge, grow your network, and navigate professional challenges. Learn more about our early career membership here.

SAS’s online Membership Directory provides access to the titans of spectroscopy around the world, empowering members to connect with each other outside of formal sections and events.