Sections

Southwest Section of SIAM

The Southwest Section of SIAM services members in the U.S. Southwest region, specifically Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico. 

Section Purpose

Formed in 2025, the Southwest Section of SIAM was established to foster stronger connections between these institutions, create opportunities for collaboration, student development, and broaden the impact of SIAM across the Southwest.

Activities

The Southwest Section of SIAM will organize informal gatherings at host institutions across the region and a yearly meeting that rotates among member states. These meetings may include short talks, student presentations, research symposia, networking activities, and professional development sessions.

Leadership

Term: 2025-2026

Chair
Malena Ines Espanol, ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

Vice Chair
Daniel M Dunlavy, SANDIA NATIONAL LABORATORIES

President
Malena Ines Espanol, ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

Vice President
Cynthia A Phillips, SANDIA NATIONAL LABORATORIES

Secretary
Tonatiuh Sanchez-Vizuet, THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

Treasurer
Frederic Marazzato, UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA LAS VEGAS

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