Stanford Advanced Materials Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Stanford Advanced Materials

Uncommon metals, such as rhenium, lithium, beryllium, titanium, zirconium, germanium, niobium, hafnium, tungsten, tantalum, and rare earth metals, are either scarcely found in the Earth's crust, unevenly distributed, or challenging to mine from ores. These metals, due to their distinctive physical and chemical attributes, are indispensable and crucial in sectors like high-tech, energy, medical, and other vital industries. But what exactly is the role of these rare metals in these sectors, and what are their prospective growth trends?

Overview of the Scholarship

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM), a reliable provider of superior materials for sectors such as aerospace, technology, healthcare, and energy, has always been keen on the industrial uses and growth trends of rare metals. To fully harness the potential of these uncommon metals, we are inviting exceptional students to engage in a discussion about their applications and future trajectories. We are also delighted to announce the inception of the 2025 College Scholarship by Stanford Advanced Materials to aid students who exhibit exceptional skills in this domain.

Prizes

$1,000 Scholarship: This will be awarded to the entry that excellently showcases innovation, practical usage, and potential influence in the realm of rare metals.

Feature on SAM Website: The project that emerges victorious will be showcased on the Stanford Advanced Materials website and disseminated to our industrial and academic networks.

Qualification Criteria

• Open to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students globally. Entries are only accepted in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Japanese.
• Entries must concentrate on the industrial uses and growth trends of rare metals.
• Projects that are original, technically viable, and have potential influence on the industrial growth of rare metals are highly encouraged.
• Entries created using artificial intelligence (AI) are not allowed and will be disqualified.

Guidelines for Submission

Abstract: Submit a succinct abstract (maximum 250 words) that outlines the project's objectives, methods, and importance.

Article: A comprehensive article (approximately 1,000 words) focusing on the industrial uses and growth trends of rare metals. You may choose one or more rare metals to concentrate on in your analysis.

Biography: Include a short biographical sketch (approximately 150 words) in italics at the end of the article, with the author's name in bold.

Note: Ensure your application comprises the following three components: abstract, article, and biography. The article forms the basis for our evaluation. Submitting only a biography will be considered invalid. We also encourage you to include relevant images in your article where necessary, such as charts, graphs, and photos. Please ensure you have the rights to use these materials. By submitting your work, you consent that Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) may use it for potential future marketing and educational purposes.

Key Dates

• Deadline for Submission: September 1, 2025, 22:00
• Announcement of Winner: September 8, 2025

Application Process

Application materials (including the abstract, article, and biography) should be submitted through the online form on this page. Ensure that all parts of the submission comply with the provided guidelines.