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Re: [BNC-all] BNC News: Week of February 28th
by Abrol, Sangeeta Saddul 28 Feb '22

28 Feb '22

Seminars /Workshops / Events / Announcement Announcement Mask Protocols Dear Birck Research Community, There has been further clarification of the new mask policy and direction as it pertains to the Birck center. Effective Friday, February 18th Birck will require all users to wear a mask upon entering any laboratory, the cleanroom, and any conference room. For all other space(s) in Birck you have the option of wearing or not wearing a mask. With this policy of having some areas requiring masks and others not, please remember to carry your mask with you for entering lab spaces and conference rooms These guidelines have been set by REM, and we appreciate your cooperation. Please let us know if you have any questions and/or concerns. Ron Reger Hello BNC Community, We are pleased to announce that Greg Laorange has accepted our offer to fill open Nanotechnology Research Facility Engineer position. Greg Laorange brings 8 years of direct experience working at center involving complex building operations with experience with Siemens building automation and research HVAC/environmental sub systems. With Greg's extensive knowledge of the center will allow too quickly contribute quickly. Please welcome Greg to our team as we look forward to work together. Mark Voorhis Building Manager Purdue University Birck Nanotechnology Center Office: (765) 494-3036 Birck Events<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/events/index.php> and Birck News<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/news/index.php> Virtual Judges needed for the 2022 Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair Hello! Would you be willing to act as a virtual judge at the 2022 Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair? If you are receiving this message, it means you are eligible to volunteer as a judge in the 2022 Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair in March 2022. This year, we have over 200 young experimentalists (5-12 graders) eagerly awaiting a chance to share their projects with you. The fair is only a few weeks away, so right now they are working hard on their projects. Students are going the extra mile this year to prepare virtual presentations, and having many judges from a variety of disciplines helps us award prizes most fairly to deserving projects. That's where you come in. Students will be submitting their work in a brief, 7-10 slide powerpoint, along with a 30 second introduction and optional narration. If you sign up to judge you will be assigned about 10 projects to score, which should take 2-3 hours at most, and will need to submit feedback through a google form. Judging will occur in two sets based on age group, and you may participate in either one or both sets according to your availability. The judging materials are made available on the morning of the first day, and we ask that you submit your responses by midnight on the final day. The dates for judging rounds are as follows: Senior (grades 9-12): March 9-18 Junior (grades 5-8): March 9-21 If you are able to judge, please sign up using the link below. You will receive an email closer to the time of the fair with your category assignment and detailed instructions. Sign-up link: https://forms.gle/C8DKTpMFPd7cZuuU8 Feel free to email me at lrsef2022(a)gmail.com<mailto:lrsef2022@gmail.com> with any specific questions or concerns not covered in the survey. Thank you so much for your help, and we hope to hear from you! Best Regards, Vicki Bower (lrsef2022(a)gmail.com<mailto:lrsef2022@gmail.com>) 2022 Judge Coordinator and Dr. Cynthia Stauffacher 2022 Director JOB POSTINGS: R&D Senior Design Engineer at Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is looking for a Senior Design Engineer who will work in a dynamic team environment at AOS headquarter located in Sunnyvale, CA. The main responsibility of this position is to work with marketing/process integration/product engineering group to develop silicon power device technology. Application link: Senior Design Engineer - Sunnyvale, CA - Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Jobs (applicantpro.com)<https://caosmd.applicantpro.com/jobs/2050960.html> Opening in OxideMEMS lab Sunil Bhave's OxideMEMS Lab <https://engineering.purdue.edu/oxidemems/publications.html> explores inter-domain coupling in Opto-mechanical, Spin-Acoustic and Atom-MEMS devices. PhD, Postdoctoral and Research Associate positions are available in these areas: * Superconducting qubit and cryo-CMOS circuits * Resonators and switches * MEMS-engine for LIDAR * Piezo-on-nitride transducers for atom-mechanics Expertise in many and most of Microfabrication, PiezoMEMS, Photonics, Quantum Mechanics, Microwave circuits, PCB design, ADS/HFSS, Comsol, Python and Labview is required. Please send CV to bhave(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bhave@purdue.edu> if you are interested link<http://interested.link> Graduate Research Assistantship Opportunity: Deposited Gate Oxides for SiC MOSFETs Up to two graduate research assistantships are available in the area of silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) devices. SiC is a wide bandgap semiconductor with a high critical field, making it an exciting material for power electronic devices. SiC MOSFETs are now commercially available, but do not yet achieve their full potential. Our group is approaching this problem from several directions, including a new device trench MOSFET geometries inspired by modern FinFETs and alternative gate insulator fabrication methods. Research activities will include fabrication and characterization of SiC MOS capacitors and MOSFETs with gate oxides formed by thermal oxidation, atomic layer deposition (ALD), and other methods. The student will gain a detailed understanding of the physics of the MOS interface and will learn various methods of characterizing devices, including MOS CV analysis, interface state density and carrier mobility. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Dallas Morisette Research Assistant Professor morisett(a)purdue.edu<mailto:morisett@purdue.edu> [cid:image014.png@01D81133.C6F37D40] Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellow Position in the NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology Fields: Mechanobiology, Biophysics, Engineering, High-resolution Imaging, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology Research Project Title: Mechanobiology of Self-Organization in Cancer Project Description: The NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology (https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/section-mechanobiology) at the National Institutes of Health is recruiting a Staff Scientist. The focus of the Cartagena-Rivera lab the development and use of advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) tools for cellular and tissue mechanics investigation. We seek to understand several important biological processes by applying physics and engineering principles, particularly: the molecular-mechanical regulation of the actomyosin cortex and glycocalyx of highly malignant cancers (including melanoma, breast, ovarian, and pancreatic); the structural-molecular-mechanical regulation of the solid tumor microenvironment for deciphering self-organization, morphogenesis, and growth in cancer biology; and the anisotropic mechanical properties of developmental and mature inner ear sensory and non-sensory epithelial tissues using a novel noncontact AFM approach. This position will work at the intersection of biophysics, engineering, mathematics, and molecular/cellular/developmental biology to study the mechanobiological regulation of cells and tissues during development and disease. Furthermore, will work on development of new Atomic Force Microscopy-based technologies to study fast multiparametric and multidimensional cellular and tissue processes, advances the state of the art AFM imaging methods for high spati-temporal and quantitative nanomechanical mapping. In addition, will work closely with collaborating cell biologist, geneticists, engineers, and byophysists within and outside the NIH. Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in cellular biology, biophysics, biomedical or mechanical engineering, or related discipline, with some background in molecular cell biology and developmental biology. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a demonstrated record of productivity and success in scientific and engineering projects. The candidate must have experience on cellular and tissue mechanics, tissue culture, AFM imaging, high-resolution optical imaging, and programming for data analysis (preferably Julia, Python, MATLAB, or R) and/or experimental devices control (preferably LabVIEW). Position Location: Bethesda, Maryland (NIH main campus) To Apply: Salary is determined by the NIH stipend level for Post-Doctoral Trainees and Fellows.Applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a maximum one-page summary of research interests, and names and contact details of three referees to Dr. Cartagena-Rivera by email at alexander.cartagena-rivera(a)nih.gov<mailto:alexander.cartagena-rivera@nih.gov>. The National Institutes of Health is an equal opportunity employer. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Daniel M. Suter, PhD Professor Department of Biological Sciences Purdue University 915 West State Street West Lafayette, IN 47906 dsuter(a)purdue.edu<mailto:dsuter@purdue.edu> NSAC Fab Forum NSAC Fab Forum every Tuesday 2:00pm-2.30pm NSAC Coffee Hour NSAC Fab Forum every Friday 3:00pm-3.30pm Birck Nanotechnology Center Advanced Capabilities Helios G4 UX Dualbeam SEM/FIB [Helios 5 UC DualBeam for Materials Science] Features: * Phoenix ion column with accelerating voltage range from 500V - 30kV and current range from 0.1pA-65nA * Electron beam resolution of 0.6 nm at 30kV * STEM detector with 0.7nm resolution at 1kV * EDX detector * Great for cross section imaging and chemical characterization, patterning, TEM sample prep, and 3D reconstruction Location: BRK 1237 Staff in charge: Rosa E Diaz- rdiazri(a)purdue.edu ***To post an announcement in the weekly BNC E-news please send to Sangeeta Abrol @ abrols(a)purdue.edu***<mailto:abrols@purdue.edu***> Follow us on Facebook and Twitter [Facebook icon]<https://www.facebook.com/nano.purdue.edu/> [Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/BNCPurdue>

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Upcoming Events
by David Stewart 22 Feb '22

22 Feb '22

Dear all, I want to bring to your attention two upcoming events which may be of interest: 1. PQSEI seminar by Prof. Sebastian Will (Columbia) titled "Creating Ultracold Dipolar NaCs Molecules". Wednesday, February 23, 2022; 11:00 a.m.; Zoom Link<https://purdue-edu.zoom.us/j/97714977974>; Seminar announcement attached. Host: Mahdi Hosseini 2. Midwest Quantum Collaboratory<https://www.midwestquantum.org/> Workshop #2. Thursday, February 24; Session 1: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Session 2: 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Agenda attached. Zoom Link<https://purdue-edu.zoom.us/j/96845477469> Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, David David J. Stewart, Ph.D. Managing Director, Purdue Quantum Science and Engineering Institute (PQSEI) Industry Liaison Officer, Center for Quantum Technologies (CQT, a planned NSF IUCRC) Birck Nanotechnology Center | 1205 West State Street | Room 1287C | West Lafayette, IN 47907 o: 765-496-3117<tel:7654963117> | davidstewart(a)purdue.edu<mailto:davidstewart@purdue.edu> | www.purdue.edu/dp/quantum<http://www.purdue.edu/dp/quantum> *Follow us! Twitter: @PurdueQuantum<https://twitter.com/PurdueQuantum>, LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/pqsei/>, Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/QuantumPurdue> [8A5592F8]<https://www.purdue.edu/>

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BNC News: Week of February 21st
by Abrol, Sangeeta Saddul 21 Feb '22

21 Feb '22

Seminars /Workshops / Events / Announcement Workshop Quantum Programming Workshop for Purdue Women Engineers and Scientists Date & time: Feb 25th 2022, 11:59 AM to 4:00 PM In-Person Location: Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Room 2008 (Virtual attendees can use Zoom) Open registration: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yifGFEsUYmUX8q Learning from the history of the digital revolution in which women played a significant role in driving software development in the early days, the IQPARC project is paying particular attention to attracting women scientists and engineers from different disciplines at Purdue. IQPARC is holding a half-day hands-on hybrid workshop (lunch provided for in-person attendees at 11:30 am) for women engineers and scientists at Purdue. The workshop features webinars by Industry leaders, e.g., Microsoft, IonQ, and Quantum Computing Inc., and Purdue's Professors and students on the following topics: ? Introduction to IQPARC (10min) Prof. Mahdi Hosseini (Purdue ECE) ? Introduction to IonQ quantum processors (50min) Sarah Kreikemeier, Senior Mechanical Engineer, IonQ Inc. (NYSE: IONQ) ? Cloud quantum programming, Microsoft Azure Quantum (120min) Mariia Mykhailova, Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft Quantum ? Solving optimization problems with quantum computers, Quantum Computing Inc.(50min) QCi Presenter: TBA ? Cloud quantum programming using IBM Qiskit language (50min) Purdue student presenter: Ganga Jayarathna, recorded video will be available on IQPARC.com after the workshop All attendees will receive a certificate of competition from IQPARC. Moreover, attendees will have opportunities to participate in follow-up programming events (with free access to quantum computers) and apply for awards and summer scholarships offered by IQPARC. To learn more about the Center for Innovation in Quantum Pedagogy, Application and its Relation to Culture (IQ-PARC), please visit the home page at https://www.iqparc.com Questions can be directed to: lidongyang(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lidongyang@purdue.edu> This effort is supported by the National Defense Education Program (NDEP-STEM) under Grant No. HQ0034-21-1-0014 [cid:image007.jpg@01D81133.C6F37D40] Announcement Mask Protocols Dear Birck Research Community, There has been further clarification of the new mask policy and direction as it pertains to the Birck center. Effective Friday, February 18th Birck will require all users to wear a mask upon entering any laboratory, the cleanroom, and any conference room. For all other space(s) in Birck you have the option of wearing or not wearing a mask. With this policy of having some areas requiring masks and others not, please remember to carry your mask with you for entering lab spaces and conference rooms These guidelines have been set by REM, and we appreciate your cooperation. Please let us know if you have any questions and/or concerns. Ron Reger Birck Events<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/events/index.php> and Birck News<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/news/index.php> Congratulations to Professor Mahdi Hosseini February 2, 2022 Prof. Mahdi Hosseini receives NSF CAREER Award [Mahdi Hosseini] Mahdi Hosseini, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Mahdi Hosseini, assistant professor in Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award. These prestigious awards are in support of junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through research and education, and the integration of these endeavors in the context of their organizations' missions. The awards, presented once each year, include a federal grant for research and education activities for five consecutive years. Hosseini's five-year, $500K grant will support a project entitled "CAREER: Active Nonlinear Photonics with Applications in Quantum Networks<https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2144356&HistoricalAwards=f…>," which involves the investigation of a new paradigm of light-matter interactions. Using novel photonic materials controllably incorporated with optical centers (e.g. rare-earth atoms), the optical properties of the material can be engineered to develop quantum photonic devices as building blocks of future quantum networks. Hosseini says he is humbled to receive this award. "The NSF CAREER Award recognizes the significance of our study and enables us to continue cutting-edge research in the field of photonics and quantum communications," he says. "Joining the league of distinguished CAREER awardees as outstanding researchers is a remarkable opportunity and recognition for me and my research group." Hosseini says this research could lead to reducing the footprint of quantum devices while addressing some of the fundamental limitations related to low-loss and low-noise interfacing quantum information with atoms. Virtual Judges needed for the 2022 Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair Hello! Would you be willing to act as a virtual judge at the 2022 Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair? If you are receiving this message, it means you are eligible to volunteer as a judge in the 2022 Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair in March 2022. This year, we have over 200 young experimentalists (5-12 graders) eagerly awaiting a chance to share their projects with you. The fair is only a few weeks away, so right now they are working hard on their projects. Students are going the extra mile this year to prepare virtual presentations, and having many judges from a variety of disciplines helps us award prizes most fairly to deserving projects. That's where you come in. Students will be submitting their work in a brief, 7-10 slide powerpoint, along with a 30 second introduction and optional narration. If you sign up to judge you will be assigned about 10 projects to score, which should take 2-3 hours at most, and will need to submit feedback through a google form. Judging will occur in two sets based on age group, and you may participate in either one or both sets according to your availability. The judging materials are made available on the morning of the first day, and we ask that you submit your responses by midnight on the final day. The dates for judging rounds are as follows: Senior (grades 9-12): March 9-18 Junior (grades 5-8): March 9-21 If you are able to judge, please sign up using the link below. You will receive an email closer to the time of the fair with your category assignment and detailed instructions. Sign-up link: https://forms.gle/C8DKTpMFPd7cZuuU8 Feel free to email me at lrsef2022(a)gmail.com<mailto:lrsef2022@gmail.com> with any specific questions or concerns not covered in the survey. Thank you so much for your help, and we hope to hear from you! Best Regards, Vicki Bower (lrsef2022(a)gmail.com<mailto:lrsef2022@gmail.com>) 2022 Judge Coordinator and Dr. Cynthia Stauffacher 2022 Director JOB POSTINGS: R&D Senior Design Engineer at Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is looking for a Senior Design Engineer who will work in a dynamic team environment at AOS headquarter located in Sunnyvale, CA. The main responsibility of this position is to work with marketing/process integration/product engineering group to develop silicon power device technology. Application link: Senior Design Engineer - Sunnyvale, CA - Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Jobs (applicantpro.com)<https://caosmd.applicantpro.com/jobs/2050960.html> Opening in OxideMEMS lab Sunil Bhave's OxideMEMS Lab <https://engineering.purdue.edu/oxidemems/publications.html> explores inter-domain coupling in Opto-mechanical, Spin-Acoustic and Atom-MEMS devices. PhD, Postdoctoral and Research Associate positions are available in these areas: * Superconducting qubit and cryo-CMOS circuits * Resonators and switches * MEMS-engine for LIDAR * Piezo-on-nitride transducers for atom-mechanics Expertise in many and most of Microfabrication, PiezoMEMS, Photonics, Quantum Mechanics, Microwave circuits, PCB design, ADS/HFSS, Comsol, Python and Labview is required. Please send CV to bhave(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bhave@purdue.edu> if you are interested link<http://interested.link> Graduate Research Assistantship Opportunity: Deposited Gate Oxides for SiC MOSFETs Up to two graduate research assistantships are available in the area of silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) devices. SiC is a wide bandgap semiconductor with a high critical field, making it an exciting material for power electronic devices. SiC MOSFETs are now commercially available, but do not yet achieve their full potential. Our group is approaching this problem from several directions, including a new device trench MOSFET geometries inspired by modern FinFETs and alternative gate insulator fabrication methods. Research activities will include fabrication and characterization of SiC MOS capacitors and MOSFETs with gate oxides formed by thermal oxidation, atomic layer deposition (ALD), and other methods. The student will gain a detailed understanding of the physics of the MOS interface and will learn various methods of characterizing devices, including MOS CV analysis, interface state density and carrier mobility. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Dallas Morisette Research Assistant Professor morisett(a)purdue.edu<mailto:morisett@purdue.edu> [cid:image014.png@01D81133.C6F37D40] Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellow Position in the NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology Fields: Mechanobiology, Biophysics, Engineering, High-resolution Imaging, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology Research Project Title: Mechanobiology of Self-Organization in Cancer Project Description: The NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology (https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/section-mechanobiology) at the National Institutes of Health is recruiting a Staff Scientist. The focus of the Cartagena-Rivera lab the development and use of advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) tools for cellular and tissue mechanics investigation. We seek to understand several important biological processes by applying physics and engineering principles, particularly: the molecular-mechanical regulation of the actomyosin cortex and glycocalyx of highly malignant cancers (including melanoma, breast, ovarian, and pancreatic); the structural-molecular-mechanical regulation of the solid tumor microenvironment for deciphering self-organization, morphogenesis, and growth in cancer biology; and the anisotropic mechanical properties of developmental and mature inner ear sensory and non-sensory epithelial tissues using a novel noncontact AFM approach. This position will work at the intersection of biophysics, engineering, mathematics, and molecular/cellular/developmental biology to study the mechanobiological regulation of cells and tissues during development and disease. Furthermore, will work on development of new Atomic Force Microscopy-based technologies to study fast multiparametric and multidimensional cellular and tissue processes, advances the state of the art AFM imaging methods for high spati-temporal and quantitative nanomechanical mapping. In addition, will work closely with collaborating cell biologist, geneticists, engineers, and byophysists within and outside the NIH. Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in cellular biology, biophysics, biomedical or mechanical engineering, or related discipline, with some background in molecular cell biology and developmental biology. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a demonstrated record of productivity and success in scientific and engineering projects. The candidate must have experience on cellular and tissue mechanics, tissue culture, AFM imaging, high-resolution optical imaging, and programming for data analysis (preferably Julia, Python, MATLAB, or R) and/or experimental devices control (preferably LabVIEW). Position Location: Bethesda, Maryland (NIH main campus) To Apply: Salary is determined by the NIH stipend level for Post-Doctoral Trainees and Fellows.Applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a maximum one-page summary of research interests, and names and contact details of three referees to Dr. Cartagena-Rivera by email at alexander.cartagena-rivera(a)nih.gov<mailto:alexander.cartagena-rivera@nih.gov>. The National Institutes of Health is an equal opportunity employer. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Daniel M. Suter, PhD Professor Department of Biological Sciences Purdue University 915 West State Street West Lafayette, IN 47906 dsuter(a)purdue.edu<mailto:dsuter@purdue.edu> NSAC Fab Forum NSAC Fab Forum every Tuesday 2:00pm-2.30pm NSAC Coffee Hour NSAC Fab Forum every Friday 3:00pm-3.30pm Birck Nanotechnology Center Advanced Capabilities Keyence 950F Digital Microscope<https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/display/BNCWiki/Keyence+VHX-950F+Digital+Micro…> [cid:image009.jpg@01D82736.2451AF80]Features: * Two lenses with magnification from 20x to 2000x * Anti-vibration control * Multiple image viewing options and 3D viewing and measuring Location: Cleanroom N Bay Contact: Bill Rowe (wrowe(a)purdue.edu)<mailto:wrowe@purdue.edu> Please visit the Birck Wiki to learn about the wide array of fabrication and characterization equipment at the facility<https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/display/BNCWiki/> ***To post an announcement in the weekly BNC E-news please send to Sangeeta Abrol @ abrols(a)purdue.edu***<mailto:abrols@purdue.edu***> Follow us on Facebook and Twitter [Facebook icon]<https://www.facebook.com/nano.purdue.edu/> [Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/BNCPurdue>

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Mask Protocol
by Abrol, Sangeeta Saddul 17 Feb '22

17 Feb '22

Dear Birck Research Community, There has been further clarification of the new mask policy and direction as it pertains to the Birck center. Effective Friday, February 18th Birck will require all users to wear a mask upon entering any laboratory, the cleanroom, and any conference room. For all other space(s) in Birck you have the option of wearing or not wearing a mask. With this policy of having some areas requiring masks and others not, please remember to carry your mask with you for entering lab spaces and conference rooms These guidelines have been set by REM, and we appreciate your cooperation. Please let us know if you have any questions and/or concerns. Ron Reger

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Mask Policy
by Reger, Ronald K 17 Feb '22

17 Feb '22

Dear BNC Research Community, You have undoubtedly seen the below message from Protect Purdue regarding a new Purdue-wide mask policy effective Friday, February 18th. We are working to interpret this new direction as it applies to Birck. Per the highlighted sentences we could infer that masks would be required in our labs (& cleanroom), and perhaps our conference rooms (instructional areas), but not other areas. Or we could interpret it to require masks in our whole building since we are a research facility. At this time we are working with Bindley and reaching out to Protect Purdue and REM to get guidance. In the meantime we are maintaining our current policy of requiring masks in all areas. We will update the policy as new information and guidance becomes available. Thanks for your patience. Ron <https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/42695500/1558164363/80194456/0/1003844/?72f7…> View as a Web page<https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/42695500/1558164363/90006001/0/1003844/?b44e…> [https://mailimages.purdue.edu/purdueuniversity/PU_SIG_Logo_RGB__PU-H-Full-R…] [Protect Purdue logo] Protect Myself. Protect Others. Protect Purdue. February 16, 2022 PURDUE TO MAKE MASKS OPTIONAL IN MANY INDOOR SPACES <https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/42695500/1558164363/90006834/0/1003844/?x=53…> Given that campus case numbers are dropping and severity continues to remain low, effective Friday, Feb. 18, Purdue University will make face masks optional on the West Lafayette campus, except for instructional, research and health care settings, as well as where contractually required. Purdue Athletics venues will be among the indoor spaces where masks will be considered optional. The university decision was made with the support of the Protect Purdue Medical Advisory Team after carefully evaluating campus and community factors. According to Protect Purdue Health Center data, since Jan. 1, more than 99% of positive cases at Purdue University have been reported as asymptomatic, mild or moderate, with 0 hospitalizations, as expected in a campus community as vaccinated as Purdue’s. The overall, seven-day positivity rate has fallen by 76% from a high of 21% in January to its current 5%. “Our Boilermaker students, faculty and staff continue to demonstrate just how committed they are to protecting our campus community from the spread of serious disease. We believe this is the next step toward greater normalcy based on rapidly declining national, state and campus case numbers,” says Esteban Ramirez, Protect Purdue Health Center’s chief medical officer. Masks will continue to be required in classrooms, research laboratories, and instructional spaces, as well as health care areas where there is close patient contact such as the campus COVID-19 testing center and vaccine clinic at the Co-Rec, the Center for Healthy Living, the Purdue University Student Health Center, the Purdue University Pharmacy, the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL). Due to preexisting contractual obligations, Purdue Convocations will continue to require that masks be worn by all patrons for the remainder of the Spring 2022 semester at all of its events, including events sponsored by the Student Concert Committee and TEDxPurdueU. Purdue will continue to conduct routine surveillance testing at least through the month of March, including two weeks of testing after Purdue’s Spring Break. Throughout March, the Medical Advisory Team and campus leadership will review campus and community COVID-19 data with the intention to further relax Protect Purdue protocols in April, assuming conditions continue to improve. Data-driven targeted testing will continue as a response to areas where there are concerns of potential outbreaks. As always, the Protect Purdue team will be guided by the latest science and medical experts, and all rules and regulations will be subject to change. If a surge or change in case severity occurs, the masking policy and other protocols could be adjusted. Purdue continues to encourage all Boilermakers to get vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 by scheduling an appointment online<https://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/42695500/1558164363/88946243/0/1003844/?x=0e…>. 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BNC News: Week of February 14th
by Abrol, Sangeeta Saddul 15 Feb '22

15 Feb '22

Seminars /Workshops / Events / Announcement Dear All Members of the Faculty, Prof Segev who is ECE Inaugural Neil Armstrong Distinguished Visiting Fellow will be visiting Purdue from February 21-25: https://engineering.purdue.edu/NADVF If you would like to meet up with him, please use this google link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CFKRneYL1047s5dA0rSFuKOq9CLBhNGjXx3… Thanks, Boltasseva, Alexandra (Sasha) Workshop Quantum Programming Workshop for Purdue Women Engineers and Scientists Date & time: Feb 25th 2022, 11:59 AM to 4:00 PM In-Person Location: Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Room 2008 (Virtual attendees can use Zoom) Open registration: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yifGFEsUYmUX8q Learning from the history of the digital revolution in which women played a significant role in driving software development in the early days, the IQPARC project is paying particular attention to attracting women scientists and engineers from different disciplines at Purdue. IQPARC is holding a half-day hands-on hybrid workshop (lunch provided for in-person attendees at 11:30 am) for women engineers and scientists at Purdue. The workshop features webinars by Industry leaders, e.g., Microsoft, IonQ, and Quantum Computing Inc., and Purdue's Professors and students on the following topics: ? Introduction to IQPARC (10min) Prof. Mahdi Hosseini (Purdue ECE) ? Introduction to IonQ quantum processors (50min) Sarah Kreikemeier, Senior Mechanical Engineer, IonQ Inc. (NYSE: IONQ) ? Cloud quantum programming, Microsoft Azure Quantum (120min) Mariia Mykhailova, Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft Quantum ? Solving optimization problems with quantum computers, Quantum Computing Inc.(50min) QCi Presenter: TBA ? Cloud quantum programming using IBM Qiskit language (50min) Purdue student presenter: Ganga Jayarathna, recorded video will be available on IQPARC.com after the workshop All attendees will receive a certificate of competition from IQPARC. Moreover, attendees will have opportunities to participate in follow-up programming events (with free access to quantum computers) and apply for awards and summer scholarships offered by IQPARC. To learn more about the Center for Innovation in Quantum Pedagogy, Application and its Relation to Culture (IQ-PARC), please visit the home page at https://www.iqparc.com Questions can be directed to: lidongyang(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lidongyang@purdue.edu> This effort is supported by the National Defense Education Program (NDEP-STEM) under Grant No. HQ0034-21-1-0014 [cid:image007.jpg@01D81133.C6F37D40] Announcement Mask Protocols in the Cleanroom We have observed various masking practices in the cleanroom recently so as a reminder for those using our Birck cleanroom, please continue to follow our COVID mask protocols. Masking requirements are either to use an M3 N95 mask by itself or use a standard mask under the cleanroom veil. If you have any questions please contact a staff member. Thanks, Ron Reger Birck Engineering Mask Protocols (REMINDER) Dear All Birck Users, Please remember that masks are required to be worn at all times when in Purdue buildings. The exceptions are when eating or drinking. The official Purdue policy states: "Masks are currently required inside all campus buildings, regardless of vaccination status. Full Protect Purdue masking protocols are available online. Violations of these protocols will be considered violations of the Protect Purdue Pledge and will be subject to disciplinary action." We've had reports of Birck users passing through Bindley with no masks. Please follow these masking requirements whether in Birck, Bindley, or any other campus building. Thanks for your support and cooperation. Ron Reger Birck Events<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/events/index.php> and Birck News<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/news/index.php> Congratulations to Professor Mahdi Hosseini February 2, 2022 Prof. Mahdi Hosseini receives NSF CAREER Award [Mahdi Hosseini] Mahdi Hosseini, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Mahdi Hosseini, assistant professor in Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award. These prestigious awards are in support of junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through research and education, and the integration of these endeavors in the context of their organizations' missions. The awards, presented once each year, include a federal grant for research and education activities for five consecutive years. Hosseini's five-year, $500K grant will support a project entitled "CAREER: Active Nonlinear Photonics with Applications in Quantum Networks<https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2144356&HistoricalAwards=f…>," which involves the investigation of a new paradigm of light-matter interactions. Using novel photonic materials controllably incorporated with optical centers (e.g. rare-earth atoms), the optical properties of the material can be engineered to develop quantum photonic devices as building blocks of future quantum networks. Hosseini says he is humbled to receive this award. "The NSF CAREER Award recognizes the significance of our study and enables us to continue cutting-edge research in the field of photonics and quantum communications," he says. "Joining the league of distinguished CAREER awardees as outstanding researchers is a remarkable opportunity and recognition for me and my research group." Hosseini says this research could lead to reducing the footprint of quantum devices while addressing some of the fundamental limitations related to low-loss and low-noise interfacing quantum information with atoms. JOB POSTINGS: R&D Senior Design Engineer at Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is looking for a Senior Design Engineer who will work in a dynamic team environment at AOS headquarter located in Sunnyvale, CA. The main responsibility of this position is to work with marketing/process integration/product engineering group to develop silicon power device technology. Application link: Senior Design Engineer - Sunnyvale, CA - Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Jobs (applicantpro.com)<https://caosmd.applicantpro.com/jobs/2050960.html> Opening in OxideMEMS lab Sunil Bhave's OxideMEMS Lab <https://engineering.purdue.edu/oxidemems/publications.html> explores inter-domain coupling in Opto-mechanical, Spin-Acoustic and Atom-MEMS devices. PhD, Postdoctoral and Research Associate positions are available in these areas: * Superconducting qubit and cryo-CMOS circuits * Resonators and switches * MEMS-engine for LIDAR * Piezo-on-nitride transducers for atom-mechanics Expertise in many and most of Microfabrication, PiezoMEMS, Photonics, Quantum Mechanics, Microwave circuits, PCB design, ADS/HFSS, Comsol, Python and Labview is required. Please send CV to bhave(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bhave@purdue.edu> if you are interested link<http://interested.link> Graduate Research Assistantship Opportunity: Deposited Gate Oxides for SiC MOSFETs Up to two graduate research assistantships are available in the area of silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) devices. SiC is a wide bandgap semiconductor with a high critical field, making it an exciting material for power electronic devices. SiC MOSFETs are now commercially available, but do not yet achieve their full potential. Our group is approaching this problem from several directions, including a new device trench MOSFET geometries inspired by modern FinFETs and alternative gate insulator fabrication methods. Research activities will include fabrication and characterization of SiC MOS capacitors and MOSFETs with gate oxides formed by thermal oxidation, atomic layer deposition (ALD), and other methods. The student will gain a detailed understanding of the physics of the MOS interface and will learn various methods of characterizing devices, including MOS CV analysis, interface state density and carrier mobility. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Dallas Morisette Research Assistant Professor morisett(a)purdue.edu<mailto:morisett@purdue.edu> [cid:image014.png@01D81133.C6F37D40] Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellow Position in the NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology Fields: Mechanobiology, Biophysics, Engineering, High-resolution Imaging, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology Research Project Title: Mechanobiology of Self-Organization in Cancer Project Description: The NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology (https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/section-mechanobiology) at the National Institutes of Health is recruiting a Staff Scientist. The focus of the Cartagena-Rivera lab the development and use of advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) tools for cellular and tissue mechanics investigation. We seek to understand several important biological processes by applying physics and engineering principles, particularly: the molecular-mechanical regulation of the actomyosin cortex and glycocalyx of highly malignant cancers (including melanoma, breast, ovarian, and pancreatic); the structural-molecular-mechanical regulation of the solid tumor microenvironment for deciphering self-organization, morphogenesis, and growth in cancer biology; and the anisotropic mechanical properties of developmental and mature inner ear sensory and non-sensory epithelial tissues using a novel noncontact AFM approach. This position will work at the intersection of biophysics, engineering, mathematics, and molecular/cellular/developmental biology to study the mechanobiological regulation of cells and tissues during development and disease. Furthermore, will work on development of new Atomic Force Microscopy-based technologies to study fast multiparametric and multidimensional cellular and tissue processes, advances the state of the art AFM imaging methods for high spati-temporal and quantitative nanomechanical mapping. In addition, will work closely with collaborating cell biologist, geneticists, engineers, and byophysists within and outside the NIH. Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in cellular biology, biophysics, biomedical or mechanical engineering, or related discipline, with some background in molecular cell biology and developmental biology. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a demonstrated record of productivity and success in scientific and engineering projects. The candidate must have experience on cellular and tissue mechanics, tissue culture, AFM imaging, high-resolution optical imaging, and programming for data analysis (preferably Julia, Python, MATLAB, or R) and/or experimental devices control (preferably LabVIEW). Position Location: Bethesda, Maryland (NIH main campus) To Apply: Salary is determined by the NIH stipend level for Post-Doctoral Trainees and Fellows.Applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a maximum one-page summary of research interests, and names and contact details of three referees to Dr. Cartagena-Rivera by email at alexander.cartagena-rivera(a)nih.gov<mailto:alexander.cartagena-rivera@nih.gov>. The National Institutes of Health is an equal opportunity employer. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Daniel M. Suter, PhD Professor Department of Biological Sciences Purdue University 915 West State Street West Lafayette, IN 47906 dsuter(a)purdue.edu<mailto:dsuter@purdue.edu> NSAC Fab Forum NSAC Fab Forum every Tuesday 2:00pm-2.30pm NSAC Coffee Hour NSAC Fab Forum every Friday 3:00pm-3.30pm Birck Nanotechnology Center Advanced Capabilities Kinzel Roll-to-Roll Screen Printer [cid:image011.jpg@01D82245.6BCA0880] Features: * Print patterns of conductive, dielectric, and graphic inks on flexible substrates (polymeric films or paper) * Automatic, roll-to-roll operation for large volume flexible electronics fabrication. * Large format up to 300 mm x 450 mm printed per impression, 200 mm resolution. Other Capabilities: ? Ink curing via in-line UV lamp or thermal convection dryer. ? Multi-layer printing via multiple passes with registration. Location: Indiana Manufacturing Institute (1105 Challenger Avenue, West Lafayette, IN) Contact: Nick Glassmaker (nglassma(a)purdue.edu) <mailto:nglassma@purdue.edu> Please visit the Birck Wiki to learn about the wide array of fabrication and characterization equipment at the facility<https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/display/BNCWiki/> ***To post an announcement in the weekly BNC E-news please send to Sangeeta Abrol @ abrols(a)purdue.edu***<mailto:abrols@purdue.edu***> Follow us on Facebook and Twitter [Facebook icon]<https://www.facebook.com/nano.purdue.edu/> [Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/BNCPurdue>

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BNC News: Week of February 7th
by Abrol, Sangeeta Saddul 07 Feb '22

07 Feb '22

Seminars /Workshops / Events / Announcement Workshop Quantum Programming Workshop for Purdue Women Engineers and Scientists Date & time: Feb 25th 2022, 11:59 AM to 4:00 PM In-Person Location: Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering Room 2008 (Virtual attendees can use Zoom) Open registration: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3yifGFEsUYmUX8q Learning from the history of the digital revolution in which women played a significant role in driving software development in the early days, the IQPARC project is paying particular attention to attracting women scientists and engineers from different disciplines at Purdue. IQPARC is holding a half-day hands-on hybrid workshop (lunch provided for in-person attendees at 11:30 am) for women engineers and scientists at Purdue. The workshop features webinars by Industry leaders, e.g., Microsoft, IonQ, and Quantum Computing Inc., and Purdue's Professors and students on the following topics: * Introduction to IQPARC (10min) Prof. Mahdi Hosseini (Purdue ECE) * Introduction to IonQ quantum processors (50min) Sarah Kreikemeier, Senior Mechanical Engineer, IonQ Inc. (NYSE: IONQ) * Cloud quantum programming, Microsoft Azure Quantum (120min) Mariia Mykhailova, Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft Quantum * Solving optimization problems with quantum computers, Quantum Computing Inc.(50min) QCi Presenter: TBA * Cloud quantum programming using IBM Qiskit language (50min) Purdue student presenter: Ganga Jayarathna, recorded video will be available on IQPARC.com after the workshop All attendees will receive a certificate of competition from IQPARC. Moreover, attendees will have opportunities to participate in follow-up programming events (with free access to quantum computers) and apply for awards and summer scholarships offered by IQPARC. To learn more about the Center for Innovation in Quantum Pedagogy, Application and its Relation to Culture (IQ-PARC), please visit the home page at https://www.iqparc.com Questions can be directed to: lidongyang(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lidongyang@purdue.edu> This effort is supported by the National Defense Education Program (NDEP-STEM) under Grant No. HQ0034-21-1-0014 [cid:image007.jpg@01D81133.C6F37D40] Announcement Mask Protocols in the Cleanroom We have observed various masking practices in the cleanroom recently so as a reminder for those using our Birck cleanroom, please continue to follow our COVID mask protocols. Masking requirements are either to use an M3 N95 mask by itself or use a standard mask under the cleanroom veil. If you have any questions please contact a staff member. Thanks, Ron Birck Engineering Mask Protocols (REMINDER) Dear All Birck Users, Please remember that masks are required to be worn at all times when in Purdue buildings. The exceptions are when eating or drinking. The official Purdue policy states: "Masks are currently required inside all campus buildings, regardless of vaccination status. Full Protect Purdue masking protocols are available online. Violations of these protocols will be considered violations of the Protect Purdue Pledge and will be subject to disciplinary action." We've had reports of Birck users passing through Bindley with no masks. Please follow these masking requirements whether in Birck, Bindley, or any other campus building. Thanks for your support and cooperation. Ron Reger Birck Events<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/events/index.php> and Birck News<https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/birck/news/index.php> Congratulations to Professor Mahdi Hosseini February 2, 2022 Prof. Mahdi Hosseini receives NSF CAREER Award [Mahdi Hosseini] Mahdi Hosseini, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Mahdi Hosseini, assistant professor in Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award. These prestigious awards are in support of junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through research and education, and the integration of these endeavors in the context of their organizations' missions. The awards, presented once each year, include a federal grant for research and education activities for five consecutive years. Hosseini's five-year, $500K grant will support a project entitled "CAREER: Active Nonlinear Photonics with Applications in Quantum Networks<https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2144356&HistoricalAwards=f…>," which involves the investigation of a new paradigm of light-matter interactions. Using novel photonic materials controllably incorporated with optical centers (e.g. rare-earth atoms), the optical properties of the material can be engineered to develop quantum photonic devices as building blocks of future quantum networks. Hosseini says he is humbled to receive this award. "The NSF CAREER Award recognizes the significance of our study and enables us to continue cutting-edge research in the field of photonics and quantum communications," he says. "Joining the league of distinguished CAREER awardees as outstanding researchers is a remarkable opportunity and recognition for me and my research group." Hosseini says this research could lead to reducing the footprint of quantum devices while addressing some of the fundamental limitations related to low-loss and low-noise interfacing quantum information with atoms. JOB POSTINGS: R&D Senior Design Engineer at Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is looking for a Senior Design Engineer who will work in a dynamic team environment at AOS headquarter located in Sunnyvale, CA. The main responsibility of this position is to work with marketing/process integration/product engineering group to develop silicon power device technology. Application link: Senior Design Engineer - Sunnyvale, CA - Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Jobs (applicantpro.com)<https://caosmd.applicantpro.com/jobs/2050960.html> R&D Senior Process Integration Engineer at Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is looking for a Senior Process Integration Engineer who will work in a dynamic team environment at AOS Semiconductor's leading technology fabrication facility (Jireh Semiconductor) located in Hillsboro, Oregon. The focus of this position is to work with device/process module/product engineering group to develop silicon power device process technology and improve existing technology yield. Primary responsibilities are to process flow implementation, electrical characterization (failure analysis), and wafer level testing yield monitoring. Application link: Entry Level MS or PHD Process Integration R&D Engineer - Hillsboro, OR - Jireh Semiconductor Jobs (applicantpro.com)<https://aosmd.applicantpro.com/jobs/1949301.html> Opening in OxideMEMS lab Sunil Bhave's OxideMEMS Lab <https://engineering.purdue.edu/oxidemems/publications.html> explores inter-domain coupling in Opto-mechanical, Spin-Acoustic and Atom-MEMS devices. PhD, Postdoctoral and Research Associate positions are available in these areas: * Superconducting qubit and cryo-CMOS circuits * Resonators and switches * MEMS-engine for LIDAR * Piezo-on-nitride transducers for atom-mechanics Expertise in many and most of Microfabrication, PiezoMEMS, Photonics, Quantum Mechanics, Microwave circuits, PCB design, ADS/HFSS, Comsol, Python and Labview is required. Please send CV to bhave(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bhave@purdue.edu> if you are interested link<http://interested.link> Graduate Research Assistantship Opportunity: Deposited Gate Oxides for SiC MOSFETs Up to two graduate research assistantships are available in the area of silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) devices. SiC is a wide bandgap semiconductor with a high critical field, making it an exciting material for power electronic devices. SiC MOSFETs are now commercially available, but do not yet achieve their full potential. Our group is approaching this problem from several directions, including a new device trench MOSFET geometries inspired by modern FinFETs and alternative gate insulator fabrication methods. Research activities will include fabrication and characterization of SiC MOS capacitors and MOSFETs with gate oxides formed by thermal oxidation, atomic layer deposition (ALD), and other methods. The student will gain a detailed understanding of the physics of the MOS interface and will learn various methods of characterizing devices, including MOS CV analysis, interface state density and carrier mobility. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Dallas Morisette Research Assistant Professor morisett(a)purdue.edu<mailto:morisett@purdue.edu> [cid:image014.png@01D81133.C6F37D40] Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellow Position in the NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology Fields: Mechanobiology, Biophysics, Engineering, High-resolution Imaging, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology Research Project Title: Mechanobiology of Self-Organization in Cancer Project Description: The NIBIB's Section on Mechanobiology (https://www.nibib.nih.gov/labs-at-nibib/section-mechanobiology) at the National Institutes of Health is recruiting a Staff Scientist. The focus of the Cartagena-Rivera lab the development and use of advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) tools for cellular and tissue mechanics investigation. We seek to understand several important biological processes by applying physics and engineering principles, particularly: the molecular-mechanical regulation of the actomyosin cortex and glycocalyx of highly malignant cancers (including melanoma, breast, ovarian, and pancreatic); the structural-molecular-mechanical regulation of the solid tumor microenvironment for deciphering self-organization, morphogenesis, and growth in cancer biology; and the anisotropic mechanical properties of developmental and mature inner ear sensory and non-sensory epithelial tissues using a novel noncontact AFM approach. This position will work at the intersection of biophysics, engineering, mathematics, and molecular/cellular/developmental biology to study the mechanobiological regulation of cells and tissues during development and disease. Furthermore, will work on development of new Atomic Force Microscopy-based technologies to study fast multiparametric and multidimensional cellular and tissue processes, advances the state of the art AFM imaging methods for high spati-temporal and quantitative nanomechanical mapping. In addition, will work closely with collaborating cell biologist, geneticists, engineers, and byophysists within and outside the NIH. Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in cellular biology, biophysics, biomedical or mechanical engineering, or related discipline, with some background in molecular cell biology and developmental biology. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has a demonstrated record of productivity and success in scientific and engineering projects. The candidate must have experience on cellular and tissue mechanics, tissue culture, AFM imaging, high-resolution optical imaging, and programming for data analysis (preferably Julia, Python, MATLAB, or R) and/or experimental devices control (preferably LabVIEW). Position Location: Bethesda, Maryland (NIH main campus) To Apply: Salary is determined by the NIH stipend level for Post-Doctoral Trainees and Fellows.Applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, a maximum one-page summary of research interests, and names and contact details of three referees to Dr. Cartagena-Rivera by email at alexander.cartagena-rivera(a)nih.gov<mailto:alexander.cartagena-rivera@nih.gov>. The National Institutes of Health is an equal opportunity employer. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. For more information or to apply, send resume and contact information to: Daniel M. Suter, PhD Professor Department of Biological Sciences Purdue University 915 West State Street West Lafayette, IN 47906 dsuter(a)purdue.edu<mailto:dsuter@purdue.edu> NSAC Fab Forum NSAC Fab Forum every Tuesday 2:00pm-2.30pm NSAC Coffee Hour NSAC Fab Forum every Friday 2:00pm-2.30pm Birck Nanotechnology Center Advanced Capabilities RCA Cleaning Process Hood & Spin Rinse Dryer<https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/pages/viewpage.action?spaceKey=BNCWiki&title=R…> A dedicated area and equipment for performing SC1, SC2 and HF Dip baths [cid:image022.png@01D81C35.38EA6740] SC1 - Organic and Particle Clean UPW, NH4OH, and H2O2 at 80C. Removes organic residues & particles SC2 - Ionic Clean UPW, HCL, H2O2 at 80C. Removes metallic contaminants and leaves a thin passivizing layer on surface. HF - Oxide Strip UPW and HF at 25C. Removes thin oxide layers and some ionic contaminants. [cid:image024.jpg@01D81C35.38EA6740] Spin Rinse Dryer Automatically rinses and dries up to 14 4" wafers at a time. Location: Cleanroom R Bay Contact: Rich Hosler (hosler0(a)purdue.edu)<mailto:hosler0@purdue.edu> Please visit the Birck Wiki to learn about the wide array of fabrication and characterization equipment at the facility<https://wiki.itap.purdue.edu/display/BNCWiki/> ***To post an announcement in the weekly BNC E-news please send to Sangeeta Abrol @ abrols(a)purdue.edu***<mailto:abrols@purdue.edu***> Follow us on Facebook and Twitter [Facebook icon]<https://www.facebook.com/nano.purdue.edu/> [Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/BNCPurdue>

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Resumption of normal operations at Birck
by Jurss, Stephen E 05 Feb '22

05 Feb '22

Birck Community, Now that snow has been cleared we can resume normal operations. This includes use of chemicals and equipment using hazardous gases. Please check i-labs for equipment availability.. Birck Safety Manager-

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Temporary suspension of chemical use at Birck
by Jurss, Stephen E 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

Dear Birch Research Community, Due to the inclement weather we have reached a point where it would be difficult or impossible for an emergency vehicle to get to our building in a timely manner. This would include fire trucks in the event of a fire or hazardous gas leak, and an ambulance in the event of a personal accident within our building. Therefore, for the safety of our people and facilities, we are immediately restricting work within our cleanroom and labs to be non-hazardous work only. Any work requiring hazardous gases (toxic, flammable, or pyrophoric) is not allowed, and all fume-hood work is suspended. Non-hazardous processing, characterization, and analysis may continue. We realize this places a burden or research project flow but by these short-term restrictions we're keeping safety as our number one priority. We fully expect this restriction to be short-term, and all normal processing will be reinstated once our driveways and roadways are cleared. We will put out another announcement when this occurs. Thanks for your cooperation and for keeping Birck safe! Birck Safety Manager

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