“It is my great honor to be selected for this award,” Du said. The award provides leadership and networking opportunities for TMS members to advance in the field of materials science, according to the organization’s website. Jing Du, associate professor of mechanical engineering, was selected for the Young Leaders Professional Development Award by The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS). Credit: Penn State Mechanical engineer Jing Du receives young leader award from global society Jing Du, associate professor of mechanical engineering, received the Young Leaders Professional Development Award from The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS).