MANA held a MANA/ICYS Reunion Workshop at the WPI-MANA Building Auditorium over two days, March 3 (Monday) and 4 (Tuesday), 2014. The recent workshop, which was the first of its kind, was held to encourage exchanges among fellow former researchers (Alumni) at MANA or the ICYS (International Center for Young Scientists) and current researchers, and to strengthen and enhance the global research network.

At this workshop, a total of 21 MANA/ICYS Alumni and current researchers reported on their respective research, which was discussed enthusiastically by the participants. Approximately 113 persons participated over the 2-day period. In addition to renewing old friendships, the participants also exchanged ideas on plans for future exchanges. The meeting concluded with a pledge to hold similar meetings in the future.