The objectives of these two meetings were to:
• articulate a vision;
• define and validate directions to consider over the next 10 years;
• define and validate gaps in technology development and applications; and
• prepare a list of research needs for new products, materials and services during the next 10 years.
At each meeting there were approximately 30 participants, representing a wide range of disciplines and interests, who exchanged views on the needs of CIS during the next decade.