Friday, January 19th
12:36 PM
Dear CNF User Community:
Lots of interesting events coming up! Note that for some, you need to register today!
But first -- CNF has a job opening!
CNF Senior Nanotechnology Process Engineer
Melanie-Claire
CNF Public Relations
MCM's STANDARD REMINDER & DISCLAIMER:
REMINDER; If you are no longer a CNF User / PI and or want to update your status with us, send your message to userprogram@cnf.cornell.edu -- not to me! Thank you.
DISCLAIMER; I do not necessarily know the people running the conferences and webinars included below. So, buyer beware! I do know the CNF news of course, and who the job opportunities are coming from, so those are trusted sources.
[NT24 DEADLINE TODAY!]
Deadline Today: NT24 abstract submissions due January 19!
The Twenty-Fourth International Conference on the Science and Applications of Nanotubes and Low-Dimensional Materials
Submit your 1-page abstract for NT24 today! The deadline is Friday, January 19.
Visit the website for submission details.
https://nt24.mit.edu/event-data
We hope you'll join us this June 23-28 at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The conference will cover a broad range of topics of interest to the nanotube and low-dimensional materials communities.
NT24 will follow the usual NT format of tutorials on the first day (Sunday) and then daily plenary morning sessions, followed by parallel symposia sessions in the afternoon, and poster sessions in the early evening. Symposia topics to include Bio, Computation & Theory, Electronics & Energy, Synthesis, Macromaterials, and Fundamental Properties.
We gratefully thank our sponsors.
IMPORTANT DATES
Jan. 19, 2024: Abstract submission deadline
Feb. 26: Notification of acceptance
April 1: Early bird registration deadline
June 18: Late registration deadline
June 23-28: NT24
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Prof. Youfan Hu, Peking University
Prof. Pablo Jarillo-Herrero, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Prof. Ute Kaiser, University of Ulm
Prof. Junichiro Kono, Rice University
Prof. Stephanie Reich, Free University of Berlin
INVITED SPEAKERS
Dr. Christophe Bichara, CNRS and Aix-Marseille University
Prof. Ardemis Boghossian, EPFL
Prof. Cinzia Casiraghi, University of Manchester
Prof. Ralph Krupke, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Dr. David Lashmore, American Boronite Corporation
Prof. Qingwen Li, Suzhou Institute of Nano-Tech & Nano-Bionics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Prof. Hyeon Suk Shin, UNIST
Prof. Bruce Weisman, Rice University
Prof. Ohno Yutaka, Nagoya University
Prof. Xiaolin Zheng, Stanford University
NT24 ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Brian L. Wardle, AeroAstro and Mechanical Engineering, MIT
Luiz H. Acauan, AeroAstro Engineering, MIT
A. John Hart, Mechanical Engineering, MIT
Jing Kong, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT
Mingda Li, Nuclear Science and Engineering, MIT
Xi Ling, Dept. of Chemistry, Boston University
Desiree Plata, Civil & Environmental Engineering, MIT
Michael Strano, Chemical Engineering, MIT
[NNI ROUNDTABLE]
One week away!
Nano4EARTH Roundtable Discussion on Catalysts
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET
Online and L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, D.C.
The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO), on behalf of the U.S. Government’s National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI), invites you to listen in on a roundtable discussion on nanotechnology-enabled catalysts that could help achieve climate goals. This moderated discussion will focus on near-term opportunities for impact that could pave the way toward larger-scale implementation. These opportunities could have a near-term impact on reaching net-zero carbon emission, sustainable development, and overall climate targets. The moderated discussion will tackle all aspects of the topic – ranging from exciting R&D opportunities to commercialization challenges – by featuring a small group of invited experts from different sectors and backgrounds (listed below). Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from this exciting exchange!
This roundtable is a critical part of the Nano4EARTH National Nanotechnology Challenge, which aims to leverage recent investments in understanding and controlling matter at the nanoscale to develop technologies and industries that address climate change. Nano4EARTH focuses on facilitating opportunities for members of the nanotechnology community to convene, collaborate, and share resources. Nano4EARTH also strives to provide mechanisms that support technology development and commercialization of nanotechnology-enabled climate solutions.
The topic of this roundtable was identified at the Nano4EARTH Kick-off Workshop (summary readout and video archive) as a particularly promising area that could have an impact in a short timeframe (four years or less). This roundtable is the final of four. See the summaries of the other roundtable discussions here.
Click here for the agenda and other details.
REGISTRATION:
ZOOM, https://nnco-nano.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_AfTmaLHJQvSP5ErNgPGnSw#/registration
IN PERSON, https://www.nano.gov/nano4earthroundtable4registration
INVITED PARTICIPANTS:
Mark Banash, President, Neotericon
Massimiliano Delferro, Chemist, Group Leader, Argonne National Laboratory
Abdoulaye Djire, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, Texas A&M University
Jacek Jasinski, Theme Leader, Materials Characterization, Conn Center for Renewable Energy Research, University of Louisville
Ivan Konstantinov, Senior Scientist, Dow
Matteo Pasquali, A.J. Hartsook Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Professor of Chemistry and Materials Science and Nanoengineering, Director of Carbon Hub, Rice University
Sridhar Seetharaman, Chief Executive Officer, Electrified Processes for Industry Without Carbon (EPIXC), Arizona State University
Brenna Teigler, Chief Fellowship Officer, Activate
Lei Zhang, Expert Active Materials Scientist, Materials and Catalysis, Active Materials Development and Scale-Up, ExxonMobil Technology and Engineering Co.
Julie Zimmerman, Vice Provost for Planetary Solutions, Professor of Green Engineering, Assistant Director for Research at Center for Green Chemistry and Green Engineering, Yale University
[COE CEIS PANEL]
Reminder to Register for the January 25th Intelligent Imaging Event
Join Us for the Intelligent Imaging Panel Session
Event Details:
Intelligent Imaging Panel Session: Exploring the Intersection of AI and Electronic Imaging
Application Areas:
Biomedical
Geospatial
Industrial
Consumer
Security
Sponsors: Center for Emerging & Innovative Sciences and the Center of Excellence in Data Science at the University of Rochester
Date: Thursday, January 25th
Time: 4-5PM followed by a networking session from 5-6PM
Location: Larry and Cindy Bloch Alumni and Advancement Center, 300 East River Road, Rochester, New York 14627
Virtual Attendance:
A zoom link will be emailed to all registrants
Register Now:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intelligent-imaging-tickets-789368240657
Opportunities for Industry/University Collaboration in NY State
The Center for Emerging and Innovative Sciences and the Center of Excellence in Data Science at the University of Rochester are kicking off a series of events on "Intelligent Imaging" to explore the intersection of imaging and Artificial Intelligence. Rochester has a rich legacy in imaging and is well-positioned to lead in this area. The University of Rochester and RIT both have strong educational and research programs in imaging and AI.
In industry, there are over 30 companies in Rochester that specialize in the fields of imaging and/or AI or have large programs in these areas, including Carestream, L3Harris, VisualDx, FLX AI, and JADAK. With this rich combination of industrial and academic expertise, the Rochester region is well-positioned to become a leader in this area.
To spur local economic development based on Intelligent Imaging we will be holding a series of events open to the public. One objective is to spur more industry/university collaboration. Such collaborations, when they involve a company with operations in New York State, are eligible for support from CEIS and the COE in Data Science. Our first event will be a panel session consisting of leading area experts from academia and industry. We hope you can attend.
Questions or for more information contact:
Paul Ballentine, Ph.D
Executive Director
Center for Emerging and Innovative Sciences
University of Rochester
paul.ballentine@rochester.edu
Nick Koziol
Business Engagement & Communications Manager
Center of Excellence in Data Science
University of Rochester
n.koziol@rochester.edu
[REU PROGRAM]
NSF REU in Nanoscience/Nanoengineering at Vanderbilt University
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15
SUMMER 2024 PROGRAM DATES: MAY 27 - AUGUST 2
I am reaching out to inform you that we are now accepting applications for the summer 2024 NSF REU program in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering at Vanderbilt University. The application deadline is February 15th. The Vanderbilt Institute for Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE) focuses on interdisciplinary nanoscale research at the interface of chemistry, physics, biology and engineering. More than 50 faculty participants from the School of Engineering, College of Arts and Science, and the School of Medicine inspire students by creating an atmosphere of excitement and creativity. Each REU participant will work directly with VINSE faculty members and their research groups and be part of the larger VINSE community.
The VINSE REU has a record of success, 95% of former VINSE NSF REU students either attend graduate school or are employed in STEM related fields. Many have received several awards and honors including:
23 NSF Graduate Research Fellowships (another 13 received honorable mentions)
7 Goldwater Fellowships
3 SMART Fellowships
3 NDSEG Fellowships
1 Rhodes Scholar
1 Gates Cambridge Fellowship
1 NASA Graduate Fellowship
1 PD Soros Award for New Americans
3 NIH Awards: 1 Graduate Fellowship, 1 Postbac ITRA, 1 Oxford-Cambridge Scholar
>57% of former REU students have (or are expected to) co-author a journal publication
More than half of our former REU students have given a presentation at a National Conference, many funded by the REU site
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Hands-on research in state-of-the-art facilities
Seminars, workshops, and field trips
Group social activities and banquet
Optional outreach opportunities to high school students
ELIGIBILITY
Undergraduate students majoring in science or engineering
U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
Minorities and women strongly encouraged to apply
AWARD
$7,000 stipend
$500 travel allowance
Room and board
We would like to make this opportunity available to your students at all stages of the undergraduate careers and from all institutions, including community colleges. We would appreciate if you would forward them this information.
VINSE REU Admissions Team
vinse@vanderbilt.edu
http://www.vanderbilt.edu/vinse/reu/index.php
[NNCI's Science Outside the Lab]
NNCI's Science Outside the Lab Applications Open
More information: nnci.net/science-outside-lab
or contact Jamey Wetmore Wetmore@asu.edu
NCI-SW and the NNCI Coordinating Office will cover all program fees, housing, most meals, local transportation, and transportation to and from Washington, D.C. for students. Faculty will need to cover their own housing and transportation costs to and from DC.
We are excited to announce that applications are open for our summer 2023 Science Outside the Lab programs. As usual, we’ll be hosting a program for graduate students in Washington, DC the first week of June. The program is perfect for any scientists or engineers interested in better understanding the relationship between science, technology, and policy. Many of the participants also are especially excited to learn about career opportunities outside of academia. Please do help us get the word out by forwarding this to students and faculty you think might be interested as well as those at your units/schools/centers that are especially good at distributing announcements like this. We’d love to have as many NNCI sites represented as possible.
We’re also going to be offering a specialized 3 day program for faculty. As education coordinators you probably know more faculty who are interested in things like public outreach than many! So if you know of any faculty that might be especially interested in better understanding how their work impacts and relates to the broader public and policy issues, please do let them know about this program.
If you or anyone interested has any questions, feel free to have them contact me.
Sincerely,
Jameson Wetmore
Associate Director for Societal and Ethical Implications
National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure Coordinating Office
Nanotechnology Collaborative Infrastructure Southwest
Science Outside the Lab: Nanotechnology & Policy
Faculty: May 29-31, 2024 | Students: June 2-8, 2024
In 2024 the Nanotechnology Collaborative Infrastructure Southwest (NCI-SW) and the NNCI Coordinating Office will sponsor two Science Outside the programs: a three day program for faculty and a one week program for graduate students. These programs bring small cohorts of scientists and engineers to Washington, D.C. to explore the relationships among science, innovation, and policy.
The programs will investigate the context of science and technology decision-making with a focus on the US Federal Government. Participants will meet and interact with congressional staffers, funding agency officers, regulators, journalists, museum curators, and others to learn how and why nanotechnology and other emerging technologies are funded, regulated, shaped, critiqued, and publicized. Student participants will also design and prepare engagement projects to share what they’ve learned with their home institutions. The ultimate goal is to empower participants to extend the impact of their research beyond their labs.
Faculty and graduate students affiliated with National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure universities are especially encouraged to apply to this program. We are looking for candidates interested in how decisions are made about science and innovation funding, regulation, and policy. Applications are due on February 26, 2024
More information: nnci.net/science-outside-lab
or contact Jamey Wetmore Wetmore@asu.edu
NCI-SW and the NNCI Coordinating Office will cover all program fees, housing, most meals, local transportation, and transportation to and from Washington, D.C. for students. Faculty will need to cover their own housing and transportation costs to and from DC.
[OVPRI FUNDING]
Ignite Your Venture Journey: Join the Fellow for New Ventures Program!
https://ctl.cornell.edu/ignite/fellow-for-new-ventures/
Are you ready to turn Cornell's groundbreaking ideas into thriving ventures? The Ignite Fellow for New Ventures program, one of the four signature programs of the Ignite: Cornell Research Lab to Market gap fund series, is your ticket to entrepreneurial success!
Launched by Cornell University's Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI), this program is your gateway to transforming cutting-edge inventions into thriving technology ventures.
Why Ignite Fellow for New Ventures?
- Advance technology commercialization: grow as an entrepreneur scientist or engineer by partnering with a Cornell faculty inventor.
- Funding Package of Up to $120,000: We're here to de-risk your journey with a comprehensive funding package covering your salary for up to two years and essential experiment costs.
- Cornell's Inclusive Ethos: Built on the principle of "...any person...any study," our program encourages you to explore a diverse range of groundbreaking discoveries in Cornell labs.
- Open to aspiring entrepreneurs: We're seeking master graduates, PhDs, and postdocs who dream big, take risks, and envision themselves as a CEO, CSO, or CTO founder.
Applications open until March 1, 2024, at 5 p.m. Apply here.
https://cornell.infoready4.com/#competitionDetail/1922882
[NNCO PROFILE]
"Nanoscience is for Everyone!" For Rachel Miller, the path from aspiring astronaut to nanoscience researcher has been a long and winding road. From her childhood in Los Angeles to completing her Ph.D. at Cornell University in June 2023 (research performed in part at the CNF). Miller says, "I would like to teach science and engineering not just as part of a curriculum, but also as a lens to find solutions to problems..."
https://www.cnf.cornell.edu/highlights/rachel_miller
[NNCO SYMPOSIUM]
Nanotechnology Symposium - March 5, 2024 - Washington, DC
Enabling the Nanotechnology Revolution: Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the 21st Century Nanotechnology Research and Development Act
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Washington, DC
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Representatives from academia, government, and industry will speak to U.S. success in nanotechnology and future directions in this field. Experts will address quantum engineering; optics; advanced polymers; microelectronics; medicine; education; manufacturing; the environmental, health, and societal implications of nanomaterials; diversity, equity, inclusion, and access; and more. This lively discussion will benefit from including diverse perspectives – including yours!
Speakers of particular note include:
Arati Prabhakar, Assistant to President Biden for Science and Technology, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy
Neal Lane, Rice University and Former Science Advisor to President Clinton
Ron Wyden, Senior United States Senator from Oregon
Chad Mirkin, Northwestern University
Kathleen Rubins, NASA Astronaut
And many more!
Students and postdoctoral fellows are invited to submit a poster to showcase how they are “enabling the nanotechnology revolution.” Abstract submission deadline is December 15, 2023. Selected applicants will be notified January 5, 2024.
Register for free at the symposium's website: https://www.nano.gov/anniversarysymposium.
Quinn Spadola, PhD
Deputy Director, National Nanotechnology Coordination Office
www.nano.gov
202 517-1050
CNF REMINDERS:
1) If you are no longer a CNF User / PI and or want to update your status with us, send your message to userprogram@cnf.cornell.edu
2) Acknowledging the CNF and including our CORRECT grant number -- NNCI-2025233 -- is CRITICAL to our continuing to be your research facility. We cannot stress this enough.
Just copy & paste the following...
This work was performed in part at the Cornell NanoScale Facility, a member of the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI), which is supported by the National Science Foundation (Grant NNCI-2025233).
OR if space is a concern, copy & paste the following...
This work was performed in part at the Cornell NanoScale Facility, an NNCI member supported by NSF Grant NNCI-2025233.
We THANK YOU for your efforts! The acknowledgement you include today means we will still be here for you tomorrow!