Convergence Center for Living Multifunctional Material Systems
The Convergence Center for Living Multifunctional Material Systems (LiMC²) at Penn State brings together researchers from across disciplines and campuses to shape the future of living engineered materials. Our mission is to advance the science, technologies, and practices that will enable a sustainable and resilient world.
Opportunities for Faculty, Students, and Industry
Opportunities for Faculty
LiMC² offers faculty visibility for their research to the broader community, seed grants to launch new ideas, and pathways to build interdisciplinary teams tackling sustainable, bio-inspired, and responsive materials. The center fosters community across labs and facilities, while workshops and seminars provide leadership development and professional growth.
Opportunities for Students
LiMC² provides students with opportunities to collaborate across departments and colleges at Penn State, present their research through poster sessions and conferences, and build lasting interdisciplinary communities. Through workshops, seminars, and global research internships, students gain professional development experiences that prepare them to become the next generation of leaders in industry, academia, and research.
Opportunities for Industry
Partner with LiMC² to access Penn State’s expertise and facilities, co-develop innovative materials solutions, and gain early insight into emerging technologies. Engage through workshops, networking, and joint projects that connect you with faculty, students, and the future workforce.
Educational Resources
Towards Living and Self-Healing Fungal Materials
Featured Speaker: Elise Elsacker
Plants and Fungi as Models and Building Materials for Bioinspired Architecture and Soft Machines
Featured Speaker: Thomas Speck
Lichens: Keystone Fungal Symbionts and the Paradox of Anthropocene Resiliency
Featured Speaker: James Lendemer