The technical structure of AVS is organized as a matrix. Members can participate in one or more Divisions or Technical Groups, each of which is focused around a major topical area. Members may also participate in Chapters and Student Chapters, which are regional organizations that focus on local area needs. The science and technology community is warmly invited to participate in all AVS events regardless of membership.

The topical highlights for each of our Chapters, Technical Groups, and Divisions are provided below. You are invited to peruse additional information for each by following the links.

Additional information important for the effective functioning and governance of these organizations may be found in the following documents:

• AVS Policy and Information Manual for Chapters, Technical Groups, and Divisions
• Guidelines for AVS Chapter, Group, and Division Treasurers

AVS CHAPTERS

Unique to their own local needs, 17 regional chapters throughout the United States serve members and their communities through a variety of activities such as symposia, monthly dinner meetings, short course programs, student awards and industry tours.

AVS INTERNATIONAL CHAPTERS

In 2006, the AVS International Interactions and Chapters, Divisions, & Groups Committee worked to broaden the AVS borders with the formation of international chapters.

• Taiwan AVS

AVS INTERNATIONAL AFFILIATES

• Israel Vacuum Society

AVS STUDENT CHAPTERS

• University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa
• University of Florida
• University of Central Florida
• Northwestern University
• University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

AVS TECHNICAL GROUPS

Technical groups focus on newly emerging, dynamic growth areas of science and technology. They possess many of the attributes of a Division and are characterized by a more agile governing structure.