The International Liquid Crystal Society (ILCS) is a voluntary, non-profit international organization. Its objectives are to: ... encourage the scientific and educational advancement of liquid crystals and associated phenomena, provide a forum for individuals and organizations to exchange information and ideas relating to liquid crystals and serve the needs of the liquid crystal community, including both individual scientists and the industry. Membership of the Society consists of student members, associate members, members, honored members, sustaining members, and affiliate society members. read more