The Materials Research Society (MRS) recently announced that Amit Misra, Edward DeMille Campbell Collegiate Professor of Materials Science & Engineering, has been named the next Editor-in-Chief of MRS Bulletin. He succeeds Gopal R. Rao, who retired in December 2024.

A respected MRS Fellow (FMRS) and leader in the materials field, Misra brings deep expertise in complex alloys, electron microscopy, nanomechanics, additive manufacturing, and thin films. As MRS Bulletin celebrates 50 years, he is committed to driving the journal forward as the premier destination for groundbreaking materials research.

Todd M. Osman, Executive Director of MRS, shared his thoughts on Misra’s appointment: "We are excited to welcome MRS Fellow Amit Misra as the Editor-in-Chief of MRS Bulletin, to take the flagship publication of the Materials Research Society to new levels of excellence and build upon the foundation laid by Gopal R. Rao. Professor Misra brings a breadth of expertise that will ensure MRS Bulletin advances MRS’s focus on advancing materials research and innovation. We look forward to watching the publication continue to develop under his leadership. At the same time, we extend our gratitude to Dr. Rao for his vision and efforts to advance the publication over 13 years, leaving it poised for continued success under Professor Misra’s leadership."