Alloy design using first principles density functional theory and ab-initio calculations P. Kumta (Pitt), Z. Xu (NCAT), C. Sfeir (Pitt), D. Pai (NCAT), M. Datta Project Goals Describe the work is intended to accomplish The Project’s Support of Strategic Plan Describe how this proposal support RMB ERC strategic plan Fundamental Questions/Challenges Discuss the fundamental research barriers and the methodologies used to address them. Describe other relevant works that have been conducted outside of ERC and how this project is different. Describe major preliminary results conducted by project participants in support of project research goals Industry/Member Company Benefits • Specify research interactions with ERC industrial partners. • Specify IP transfer (disclosures, patents, etc.) Year 3 Research Results Education and Outreach Describe major technical results achieved in Year 2. Specify connection of your results with project goals. Describe role of your students in the research and where the results were presented. Specify connectivity between this project and other ERC projects/Devices to fulfill RMB ERC goals. Specify education and outreach activities connected with this project Future Research Plans Specify research, collaborative and educational activities connected with this project for Year 4 and beyond. Comment how planned activities will achieve project goals and overall RMB ERC Objectives. ES1: Craniofacial and Orthopedic Applications