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Monday Memo: 02.25.08
by Deborah S. Starewich 23 Feb '08

23 Feb '08

WEEKLY MEMO, February 25, 2008 **************** 1. Announcements **************** 1.1: TOUR TRAINING: A make-up tour training session has been scheduled for Wednesday March 5th, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. If you could not make the first training session, this is your next opportunity to attend. The session will be held in MRGN 121. Please RSVP to Valerie Lawless, lawlessv(a)purdue.edu. In addition, all training materials have been posted: <http://www.purdue.edu/dp/trainingGuide.php>. Check out this site for lots of information regarding visits: they¹ve even included an events calendar. Feel free to join any of the posted tours. Lastly, a Discovery Park video made available during the training session is posted on the Discovery Park homepage: <http://www.purdue.edu/dp/index.php> 1.2: CLEANROOM AND LAB PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: MONDAY, 03.31.08 TO FRIDAY, 04.04.08 Monday, 03.31.08, 10:00 AM: All materials must be removed from cleanroom solvent hoods. Monday, 03.31.08, 4:00 PM: All materials must be removed from the remaining cleanroom hoods. CLEANROOM CLOSED. Tuesday, 04.01.08 7:30 AM: No ultrapure water available. No acid processing in laboratories. No hazardous gases available. CLEANROOM CLOSED. Wednesday, 04.02.08, all day: No ultrapure water available. No acid processing in laboratories. No hazardous gases available. Wednesday, 04.02.08, 4:00 PM: All materials must be removed from laboratory hoods (including biosafety cabinets; all bio materials must be removed from exhausted enclosures). Thursday, 04.03.08, 8:00 AM: Cleanroom will re-open, barring unforeseen circumstances. All solvent hoods and processes will remain down for general exhaust upgrades. LABORATORIES CLOSED. Thursday, 04.03.08 Friday, 04.04.08, 8:00 AM: Laboratories will re-open and Cleanroom general exhaust should be operational, barring unforeseen circumstances. Questions or comments? Contact Mark Voorhis (mvoorhis(a)purdue.edu) ******************** 2. TOURS/VISITORS ******************** 2.1: Monday, 02.25.08, 8:15AM: 3M Corporation, will meet with Prof. Sands; this is a DP visitor. 2.2: Monday, 02.25.08, 1:30PM: Father Jenkins, President of Notre Dame University. 2.3: Monday, 02.25.08, 1:00-3:00: Purdue¹s for Me visitors admitted students and parents; please make them feel welcome. 2.4: Thursday, 02.28.08, 9:40AM: Dr. Yan Shao, faculty candidate, Chemical Engineering. 2.5: Thursday, 02.28.08, 1:30PM: Joe Rosenberger, facilitator, Nano Technology Focus; preliminary visit with subsequent visits to be scheduled. 2.6: Friday, 02.29.08, 4:15PM: Purdue University Life Science education [PULSe]. *********************** 3. SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS *********************** 3.1: 17th Biennial University Government Industry Micro/nano Symposium, Louisville, KY, July 13-16, 2008. Abstracts due March 10, 2008. For additional information, visit http://louisville.edu/conference/ugim2008 *********************** 4. KUDOS *********************** 4.1: John Weaver named Fellow of the Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology for ³his numerous publications and significant technical contributions to the advancement of cleanroom design and construction, particularly in the emerging field of nanotechnology.² Formal announcement will be made in the late Spring. *********************** 5. DISCOVERY PARK NEWS *********************** 5.1: Fifth Annual Idea-to-Product Competition for Environmental and Social Entreneurship, March 1, 2008, Krannert Center; Lunch available to registered guests (http://innovate.ecn.purdue.edu/i2p08/src/preg_input.html) See their website for additional information. **************** 6. OPPORTUNITIES **************** 6.1: Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs): The Department¹s FY09 budget has been released. Undersecretary of Science Dr. Orbach¹s budget rollout presentation is available as well (http://www.science.doe.gov/Budget_and_Planning/Budget_Rollouts/RLO%20SC%20F Y%202009-2-04-08-v1%20final.pdf?ReleaseNumber=mr20080124-00 <http://www.science.doe.gov/Budget_and_Planning/Budget_Rollouts/RLO%20SC%20F Y%202009-2-04-08-v1%20final.pdf?ReleaseNumber=mr20080124-00> ). There are significant increases in the BES budget as compared to the FY08 appropriations, especially in high priority research areas identified in the series of Basic Research Needs workshops. As an implementation strategy, BES will institute the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs), which will bring together the skills and talents of multiple investigators to enable research of a scope and complexity that would not be possible with the standard individual investigator or small group award. While such centers were under consideration in BES for a few years, it wasn't until the FY2009 request that we will have available sufficient new budget authority to solidify and execute an EFRC plan at the level of funding needed to do a proper job. You may find specific details of the EFRCs at the BES website, http://www.sc.doe.gov/bes/EFRC.html <http://www.sc.doe.gov/bes/EFRC.html> . In brief, the EFRC awards are expected to be in the $25 million range annually for an initial 5-year period. A Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will be issued later in FY 2008 to request applications from the scientific community for the establishment of the initial suite of EFRCs. It is anticipated that approximately $100 million will be available for multiple EFRC awards starting in FY 2009. Please monitor the ERFC website for news/updates on the FOA. In addition, we plan on putting out web-announcements for single-PI and small group awards for the remaining research increases (~ $60 million) as part of the core research solicitation. Information provided by Dr. Aravinda (Arvind) M. Kini; Director (Acting); Division of Materials Sciences and Engineering; Team Lead, Materials Discovery, Design and Synthesis Team; Program Manager, Biomolecular Materials; Office of Basic Energy Sciences; U. S. Department of Energy; 301-903-3565; Fax301-903-9513; a.kini(a)science.doe.gov; http://www.science.doe.gov/bes/dms/Staff_Contacts/Kini.htm <http://www.science.doe.gov/bes/dms/Staff_Contacts/Kini.htm> .

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TOWN HALL MEETING: TODAY, 1:30 BRK 1001
by Deborah S. Starewich 21 Feb '08

21 Feb '08

REMINDER REMINDER REMINDER

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Chemical Gloves
by John Weaver 18 Feb '08

18 Feb '08

Please see attached memo regarding usage of chemical gloves John R. Weaver Facility Manager Birck Nanotechnology Center Purdue University (765) 494-5494 jrweaver(a)purdue.edu

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Semi Annual cleanroom and Lab PM - PLEASE READ
by Weaver, John R 18 Feb '08

18 Feb '08

From: Voorhis, Mark L. Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 1:17 PM To: Weaver, John R; 'Jennifer Monahan'; Steve Jurss; 'Dave Lubelski' Subject: Semi Annual cleanroom and Lab PM Shutdown Schedule for Monday, March 31 2008, through Friday, April 4 2008 Monday, 10:00 AM: All materials must be removed from cleanroom solvent hoods. Monday, 4:00 PM: All materials must be removed from the remaining cleanroom hoods Tuesday, 7:30 AM: CLEANROOM CLOSED. No ultrapure water available. No acid processing in laboratories. No hazardous gases available. Wednesday, all day: CLEANROOM CLOSED. No ultrapure water available. No acid processing in laboratories. No hazardous gases available. Wednesday, 4:00 PM: All materials must be removed from laboratory hoods (Including biosafety cabinets; all bio materials must be removed from exhausted enclosures). Thursday, 8:00 AM: Cleanroom will re-open, barring unforeseen circumstances. All solvent hoods and processes will remain down for general exhaust upgrades. Thursday, all day: LABORATORIES CLOSED. Friday, 8:00 AM: Laboratories will re-open and Cleanroom general exhaust should be operational, barring unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for your cooperation and patience during this important preventive maintenance procedure. Regards, Mark Voorhis Building Manager Purdue University Birck Nanotechnology Center Office: (765) 494-3036

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MONDAY MEMO, 02.18.08
by Starewich, Deborah S. 18 Feb '08

18 Feb '08

WEEKLY MEMO, February 18, 2008 **************** 1. Announcements **************** 1.1: TOWN HALL MEETING, Thursday, 02.21.08, 1:30, BRK 1001. 1.2: ATTN faculty, staff, and users of BNC: There is an online source for Powerpoint presentations, posters, and other publications under the "Resources" menu on the Birck website. Templates, graphics, logos, and pictures are stored on the "Visual/Presentation Resources" page for easy one-click downloading. http://www.purdue.edu/dp/Nanotechnology/Resources/PPT_resources.php Several additional resources are also available, including equipment information, ordering information, a boilerplate for the Birck facilities, a FAQ section, room reservations, and much more. Please bookmark the page when you have a chance. http://www.purdue.edu/dp/Nanotechnology/Resources/fac_resources.php ******************** 2. TOURS/VISITORS ******************** 2.1: Monday, 02.18.08, 1:00-3:00: Purdues for Me visitors admitted students and their parents; please make them feel welcome. 2.2: Tuesday, 02.19.08, 1:30-3:30: Dr. George Elvin, Director, and Ashley VanOsdol, Marketing Director, Green Technology Forum. Tour to take place at 3:30 beginning at BRK 1027A. 2.3: Thursday, 02.21.08, 4:00-5:00: University of Louisville Micro/Nano Technology Department. ******************** 3. SEMINARS ******************** 3.1: Tuesday, February 19, 2008, 1:30PM, Food Science Bldg, Morgan Boardroom (2nd floor): Novel Applications of Magnetic Resonance Imaging to Moisture Transportation in Foods and Other Consumer Products, by Yong Pan, Principal Scientist The Procter & Gamble Company, Mason Research Center, Mason, OH ABSTRACT: Non-medical applications of Magnetic Resonance Imaging have gained increasing attention in recent years. Its non-invasive and 3-D nature makes it ideal to study moisture and water transportation in various product matrices. With our Bruker 500 MHz and 300 MHz micro- and mini-imaging spectrometers along with a Biospect 200 large bore imager, various spectroscopy-based imaging techniques were used to investigate the relationship between structural characteristics and quality of products such as French fries, coffee beans, fresh vegetables and flowers. Quantitative imaging of fluid transportation in real time allows us to extract intrinsic property parameters such as partially saturated permeability and diffusion coefficients, which are used for modeling of fluid partitioning and drying. Preliminary work on Magnetic Resonance Thermography, Flowing Imaging and Rheo NMR will also be discussed in the context of process understanding and modeling. 3.2: Tuesday, February 19, 2008, 4:00PM, BRK 2001: Plasmonic Metamaterials: Unusual Optics and Applications, by Igor Smolyaninov, Advanced Technologies, BAE Systems. ABSTRACT: Surface plasmon-polaritons (or plasmons) are collective excitations of the conduction electrons and the electromagnetic field on the surface of such good metals as gold and silver. Near the frequency of surface plasmon resonance, plasmons may perceive regular dielectrics as negative index metamaterials. As a result, unusual microscopy, lithography, and wave-guiding devices may be realized. Nonlinear optics of these metamaterials is also extremely interesting. I will describe recent experiments on plasmon-induced inverse Faraday effect in plasmonic metamaterials. The plasmonic control of the spins opens new interesting avenues for all-optical ultrafast control of the magnetization at a nanometer length scale. BIO: Igor Smolyaninov is a Principal Electronic Engineer at BAE Systems. He received his PhD from the Kapitza Institute for Physical Problems of the Russian Academy of Sciences. He has published six review articles and more than 80 journal papers in various areas of nanophotonics, low temperature physics, and optical wireless communication. 3.3: Thursday, February 21, 2008, 3:30 refreshments, PHYS 242; 4:00 seminar, PHYS 223, Recollections of Oppenheimer and Schwinger, Edward Gerjuoy, University of Pittsburgh. The career of J. Robert Oppenheimer, who was born on April 22, 1904, was celebrated in a June, 2004 Los Alamos Symposium, wherein I recalled my experiences as a Ph.D. student of Oppenheimer's in Berkeley, California during the period August 1938 to January 1942. I shall recount some of these recollections, concentrating on conveying a portrait of Oppenheimer as creator and inspiration of probably the most important pre-war United States school of theoretical physics. During a portion of this period (the 1940 academic year) Julian Schwinger, who shared the 1965 Nobel Prize for the development of the modern formulation of quantum electrodynamics and deservedly has been termed a genius, was employed as what today would be termed Oppenheimer's post doc. Therefore, especially because Schwinger now seems almost forgotten although he died less than thirteen years ago (on July 16, 1994), I also will recall some of Schwinger's interactions with Oppenheimer and Oppenheimer's students including myself, in an attempt to convey some comprehension of Schwinger's astonishing theoretical physics talents. 3.4: Friday, February 22, 2008, 3:30 refreshments, 3:45 seminar, ARMS 1010: Nanoscale Surface Energy Modulation Via Probe Tips as a Route Towards Controlled Nanomanufacturing, Dr. Curtis Taylor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Commonwealth University. ABSTRACT: The development of practical, low-cost nanomanufacturing tools and processes that are capable of atomic-level control is one of the greatest challenges to the commercialization of nanotechnology and the harnessing of its unique benefits. In order to enable the full potential of recent discoveries and advances in understanding matter at the nanoscale in the biological, chemical, electrical, mechanical, optical and other domainsnew paradigms in manufacturing are needed. This presentation will highlight recent work on the exploration of nano probe tips to nanomechanically engineer and enable controlled nanomanufacturingrobust and repeatable nanofabrication of structures with atomic-level control of size, shape, spatial position, and chemical composition. Probe tips are used to indent or stamp the surface of a semiconductor to create nanoscale volumes of deformation, which modulate the growth surface strain, topology, and overall surface energy. These nanostamped features form a template that directs nucleation hence allowing for positional and size control of epitaxial quantum dots, nanoparticles, and nanowires. Scaling-up of this approach using thousands of highly parallel tips is extremely promising as a high-precision, low-cost, and low-complexity nanomanufacturing technology. Opportunities and important issues needed to assess the limits and further the viability of probes for nanomanufacturing will be discussed. BIO: Curtis Taylor is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, Virginia. Also, he is the Director of VCUs NanoManufacturing (NanoMan) lab. He received his B.S. degree (1998) in mechanical engineering from the University of Maryland, and his M.S. (2002) and Ph.D. (2005) in electrical engineering and physics from the University of Arkansas. Before coming to Arkansas in 2000, he worked for one year as a software development project manager at Capital One Financial Corporation in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Taylor has also held internship and research appointments at the Central Intelligence Agency, United Technologies Corporation, and the National Center for Electron Microscopy at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Dr. Taylors research interests include nanomanufacturing for the production of novel nanoelectronic and quantum devices, nanomechanical characterization of materials for development and improved reliability of nanodevices, and nanobiomechanics for cell biology and tissue engineering. 3.5: Friday, February 22, 2008, 3:00 refreshments PHYS 242, 3:30 seminar PHYS 223, Quantum Computation, Edward Gerjuoy, University of Pittsburgh. ABSTRACT: Quantum mechanics, as formulated more than 80 years ago by Schrodinger, Heisenberg, Dirac and other greats, is a wholly sufficient foundation for its modern interrelated subfields of quantum computation (qc)and quantum information (qi), which generally are lumped together into asingle subfield (qc/qi). In short qc/qi, though it has been exciting the attention of a very rapidly increasing number of physicists, involves no genuinely new physics. On the other hand some of the important featuresand implications of quantum mechanics had been only barely appreciated before the advent of qc/qi researches, about 25 years ago. The first portion of this talk will define the fundamental qc component, namely the qubit, and will describe some possible physical realizations of qubits. The talk then will focus on one alluded-to feature (entanglement) and one implication (the so-called no cloning theorem), which for unfathomable reasonsstill receive little or no attention in modern quantum mechanics texts.The talk will close with an explanation (as detailed as time permits) of how a qc computation actually is performed. This explanation will involvepertinent brief references, but no more than brief references, to the so-called Shor factoring algorithm, which provides the best known illustration of the potential power of qc; an adequate explication of Shorâs algorithm would require a full colloquium in itself. My entire talk shouldbe quite comprehensible to any graduate student who has taken an introductory course in quantum mechanics, even if only at the undergraduate level. **************** 4. OPPORTUNITIES **************** 4.1: NIH grantsmanship opportunity 1 Thursday, February 21, 2008, 8:30-10:30, STEW 202: Grantsmanship for the NIH, by Dr. Nancy Pilotte, Chief, Functional Neuroscience Research Branch, Division of Basic Neuroscience and Behavioral Research of the National Institute on Drug Abuse; this presentation will cover general grantsmanship issues for the NIH, and will be most appropriate for newer investigators. The second, from 2:30-4:00, will specifically cover research opportunities in neuroscience. 4.2: NIH grantsmanship opportunity 2 Thursday, February 21, 2008, 2:30-4:00, MRGN 129: Neuroscience Research, by Dr. Nancy Pilotte, Chief, Functional Neuroscience Research Branch, Division of Basic Neuroscience and Behavioral Research of the National Institute on Drug Abuse; this presentation will specifically cover research opportunities in neuroscience. 4.3: NSF: A new solicitation has been released for the Nanotechnology Undergraduate Education (NUE) in Engineering program, which aims at introducing nanoscale science, engineering, and technology through a variety of interdisciplinary approaches into undergraduate engineering education. The focus of this years competition is on nanoscale engineering education with relevance to devices and systems and/or on the societal, ethical, economic and/or environmental issues relevant to nanotechnology. The request for proposals is available at http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2008/nsf08544/nsf08544.htm. For this competition, Purdue may submit one proposal as lead institution, with a second proposal allowed only if it is focused on the societal, ethical, economic and/or environmental issues relevant to nanotechnology. Internal deadlines are as follows: Monday, March 10: Letters of Intent due to the OVPR; Monday, April 7: Preproposals due to the OVPR; Thursday, April 10: Preproposal rankings due to the OVPR. Please note: Letters of intent, preproposals, and rankings to the OVPR should be e-mailed to OVPRlimited(a)purdue.edu. Purdue's limited submission policy and template for letters of intent may be found at http://dagon.admin.purdue.edu/cgi-bin/lsid.cgi. For any case in which the number of internal letters of intent received is no more than the number of proposals allowed by the sponsor, the OVPR will notify the PI that an internal preproposal will be unnecessary. 4.4: Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs): The Departments FY09 budget has been released earlier this week. In addition, you may find Undersecretary of Science Dr. Orbachs budget rollout presentation at: http://www.science.doe.gov/Budget_and_Planning/Budget_Rollouts/RLO%20SC%20F…. There are significant increases in the BES budget as compared to the FY08 appropriations, especially in high priority research areas identified in the series of Basic Research Needs workshops. As an implementation strategy, BES will institute the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs), which will bring together the skills and talents of multiple investigators to enable research of a scope and complexity that would not be possible with the standard individual investigator or small group award. While such centers were under consideration in BES for a few years, it wasn't until the FY2009 request that we will have available sufficient new budget authority to solidify and execute an EFRC plan at the level of funding needed to do a proper job. You may find specific details of the EFRCs at the BES website, http://www.sc.doe.gov/bes/EFRC.html. In brief, the EFRC awards are expected to be in the $25 million range annually for an initial 5-year period. A Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will be issued later in FY 2008 to request applications from the scientific community for the establishment of the initial suite of EFRCs. It is anticipated that approximately $100 million will be available for multiple EFRC awards starting in FY 2009. Please monitor the ERFC website for news/updates on the FOA. In addition, we plan on putting out web-announcements for single-PI and small group awards for the remaining research increases (~ $60 million) as part of the core research solicitation. ********************* 5. LIFE ON THE OUTSIDE ********************* 5.1: Police to offer defense course: A Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) System course is being offered by the Purdue Police Department in February. The course is free and is offered at the Police Department (TERY) Conference Room, 205 South Martin Jischke Drive, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the following dates: Friday, Feb. 22; Monday, Feb. 25; and Wednesday, Feb. 27. The program is a 12-hour, self-defense-system course designed primarily for women. P articipants must be 12 years of age or older. Attendance at all sessions is required for successful completion of this course. More information about the course may be found at this web site address: http://www.purdue.edu/police/programs/types/rad.htm. For additional information or to register for the course, please send an e-mail to sasheppard(a)purdue.edu. 5.2: NEED A JOB? The laboratory of Dr. Eric Lagally in the Michael Smith Laboratories at the University of British Columbia designs and develops integrated microfluidics for molecular diagnostics, including selection and evolution of affinity reagents and detection of bacterial pathogens. A postdoctoral researcher is needed to lead efforts to develop a suite of integrated microfluidic systems for the detection of various cancers using novel electrochemical biosensors. Applicants should posses a PhD in Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field and should not be more than 3 years from the receipt of their PhD Desirable skills include electrochemical detection methods (CV, ACV), molecular biology methods, tissue culture methods, and microfabrication techniques. The anticipated start date is April 1, 2008. Review of the applications will start from February 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified applicants should submit their CV, copies of recent published work, and three letters of reference. Applications should be directed by mail to: Dr. Eric Lagally; Michael Smith Laboratories; The University of British Columbia; #301 2185 East Mall; Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4; or via email to lagally(a)msl.ubc.ca. Initial appointment will be for a period of one year with the opportunity for reappointment for up to two additional years. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. 5.3: Raggs to Riches Fashion Show: Monday, 02.25.08, 6:00PM, Christina and Company Education Center; $5.00 admission paid in advance; $7.00 at the door. For additional information, phone 448-1811. Deborah S. Starewich Administrative Assistant to Tim Sands, Director Birck Nanotechnology Center Purdue University 1205 W. State Street West Lafayette IN 47907-2057 765-494-3509 Fax 765-496-8383 www.nano.purdue.edu

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TOWN HALL MEETING: Thursday, 02.21.08
by Deborah S. Starewich 15 Feb '08

15 Feb '08

REMINDER: Town hall meeting, Thursday 02.21.08 1:30PM BRK 1001 We¹ll enjoy seeing you there :)

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Hazardous Gases Shut Off at BNC
by John Weaver 11 Feb '08

11 Feb '08

Users of BNC cleanroom and laboratories - Until further notice, all hazardous gases in the BNC are shut down. This is necessary to fully troubleshoot the fault that caused the evacuation earlier this morning. Please see Coral for status of the systems affected by this shutdown. Inert gases are still available, and all processes not using hazardous gases may run as normal. I will send another e-mail when the gases have been restored. Unfortunately, I do not have a timeframe in which that will happen - it depends on the length of time it takes to solve the problem. For your information, the evacuation this morning was caused by an active alarm in the exhaust of a gas cabinet. While initial troubleshooting points to a good probability that it was an actual leak, that has not been fully determined at this time. More definitive information will be available when the troubleshooting has been completed. Again, notification of the system restoration will be given both by e-mail and Coral status. Thank you for your understanding, John John R. Weaver Facility Manager Birck Nanotechnology Center Purdue University (765) 494-5494 jrweaver(a)purdue.edu

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MONDAY MEMO: February 11, 2008
by Deborah Starewich 09 Feb '08

09 Feb '08

WEEKLY MEMO, February 11, 2008 **************** 1. Announcements **************** 1.1: TOUR TRAINING !!!! Al Rebar encourages each one of us to sign up for the upcoming workshop designed to provide you with the information and materials necessary to host a wide variety of guests at Discovery Park. This workshop will be offered on February 12 from 1:303:30, in Burton Morgan 121. If you cannot attend at that time but could attend a morning session on that same day from 9:00-11:00, please RSVP with that information. Since last July, over 1500 individuals have visited Discovery Park and many of you have been tapped for assistance. This workshop will provide you with a DVD of a video that you can use for a broad overview as well as one-page handouts and a list of key talking points for audiences with whom you would like to highlight the key characteristics of Discovery Park. We have a broad range of supplemental materials, guides to assist you in considering what areas to stress for differing audiences, a brochure about our facilities, and a website where these materials can be found. A script for tours of both Bindley and Birck have been developed with stopping points and key information on posters, so that it will be easy for everyone to host groups. Candiss¹s goal is to create a large group of FACULTY, STAFF, AND STUDENTS who are confident that they can host visitors at Discovery Park and will convey a consistent message to these guests. This workshop should be a big step toward this end. If you cannot attend a session on the 12th, but are interested in hosting guests to Discovery Park, please send your name so that other sessions may be held. Please RSVP to Valerie Lawless at (lawlessv(a)purdue.edu) and Deborah Starewich (dstarewi(a)purdue.edu) 1.2: Faculty: highlight your group research and contribute to learning with a display produced by Purdue¹s own Agcom. Discovery Park has a display on loan about biofuels, that will displayed in Mann Hall for a period of time this spring semester. Agcom created this display, which was selected from those available because it relates to research and work conducted by Discovery Park faculty and students. The objective of this display is for you to be aware of the skills, talents, and work capabilities of the staff in Agcom. Agcom has staff dedicated in the work to place these displays in museums around the country and at events in Indiana, like the State Fair. Agcom staff has a wonderful workplace with equipment to design sophisticated exhibits. They would work with faculty to design an exhibit that represents the goals and research of our faculty. Candiss Vibbert encourages you to consider writing into proposals the funding/possibility to partner with Agcom in the creation of exhibits and/or to consider sponsors for the creation of exhibits. It would be terrific to have displays in Discovery Park that represent some of the Center activities¹ housed elsewhere on Purdue¹s campus. If you have questions or would like to look into this possible, contact either Candiss Vibbert (vibbert(a)purdue.edu) or Chris Sigurdson, Agcom department head and the contact to discuss future displays. 1.3: DURI projects are due to the Discovery Learning Center by March 10, 2008, which is the last day for faculty to submit projects for Fall 2008. Students will be able to begin submitting applications for Fall 2008 after this date. If you want to include undergraduates in your research, DURI is a way to do it. For additional information, visit http://www.purdue.edu/dp/duri/. ******************** 2. TOURS/VISITORS ******************** 2.1: Monday, 02.11.08, 9:30-2:30: Eli Lilly and Company, follow up visit. 2.2: Monday, 02.11.08, 11:15-12:00PM: Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) and Ewha Womans University. 2.3: Wednesday, 02.13.08, 2:00PM: Forest Products Nanotechnology Research Program ******************** 3. SEMINARS ******************** 3.1: Thursday, 02.14.08, 9:00AM, BMED 2001: ³The New Biology of Breast Cancer and Its Therapeutic Implications,² by George Sledge, MD, Ballvu Lantero Professor of Oncology, IU School of Medicine; and Leader, Breast Cancer Group, IU Simon Cancer Center. 3.2: Thursday, 02.14.08; 1:30, refreshments, 1:45, Seminar; CIVL 1144: ³Disorder in the solid state (defects nano-crystalline glassy amorphous) an investigation using x-ray powder diffraction and computational modeling of organic molecular systems,² by Dr. Simon Bates. ABSTRACT: Disorder is ubiquitous in solid state materials; this is especially true for organic molecular solid forms due to the inherent molecular complexity and relatively weak intermolecular potentials. Molecular complexity acts like a local random field competing against the drive toward long-range order. This competition sets up a rich display of local molecular order with examples of both random networks and random close packing. X-ray powder diffraction is in many cases an ideal tool for probing solid-state structure, providing a window through which the short-range structural relationships that exist in disordered systems can be observed. Because of the relatively featureless form of x-ray amorphous diffraction, analysis of the data in any meaningful way requires the building of computational models of the proposed molecular structure. Using total X-ray diffraction calculation, the powder pattern (or PDF) of the proposed structure can be compared to the measured data. In being able to characterize the local structure of disordered systems, the ultimate goal of this work is the prediction of the propensity toward crystallization over time (physical stability). For pharmaceutical materials physical stability represents one of the most critical physical properties relating to the usefulness of the disordered form as a solid dosage form. BIO: Dr. Simon Bates is currently a Principal at Aptuit Consulting, focusing on the solid state and intellectual property issues relevant to the pharmaceutical community. Dr. Bates is an Applied Physicist by training with expertise in materials science and the solid state. His specific expertise is in structural characterization of the solid state using x-ray and neutron diffraction. Before moving to Aptuit Consulting, Dr. Bates held the position of Fellow at SSCI Inc and was responsible for the Computational Methods and Innovation group. In this role, he developed new technologies for solid-state characterization and materials properties prediction dealing with both crystalline and amorphous materials. A number of these technologies are subject to patent applications and have opened up new areas of characterization for pharmaceutical solids. In addition, he has served as a scientific consultant and expert witness to attorneys representing pharmaceutical companies involved in patent infringement cases. In addition to his role at Aptuit Consulting Dr. Bates is an Associate Adjunct Professor in Industrial Pharmacy at Purdue University. In 1985 He received his PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Hull for his work on Neutron Diffraction of Magnetic Rare Earth Alloys. The Neutron Diffraction Measurements were performed at the Institute Laue Langevin (Grenoble). Upon graduation, he worked as a Fellow in the Department of Physics at Edinburgh University. In this capacity, he used x-ray diffraction and neutron diffraction measurements to study phase transitions in solid state materials. From 1988 to 2003, he worked in the Analytical X-ray equipment manufacturing and sales industry. His positions as Product Manager at Philips Analytical and later at Kratos (Shimadzu), as well as Vice President of Science at Bede Scientific resulted in new business and technology development for X-ray diffraction and X-ray fluorescence. Dr. Bates currently has over 40 international publications on diffraction analysis of solid state materials. 3.3: Friday, 02.15.08, 3:30PM refreshments, 3:45PM Seminar, ARMS 1010: ³Effects of strain rate and temperature on the properties and behavior of AHSS and austenitic stainless sheet steels,² by Prof. Veli-Tapani Kuokkala, Department of Materials Science, Tampere University of Technology, Finland; and Visiting Scholar, Aeronautics and Astronautics, Purdue University. ABSTRACT: Steels are interesting although some people think they are just old-fashioned and boring! The fact of the matter is, however, that of the ca. 3,500 different steel grades currently commercially available, 75 % have been developed during the past 20 years or so. For example, DP, TRIP and TWIP steels are good representatives of the group of advanced high strength steels (AHSS) that have been developed to meet the special demands put forward by the automotive industry. High strain rates are interesting, too. The reason for this is that the behavior of most materials changes quite markedly when the rate of loading becomes high enough. This is especially true for AHSS steels, whose microstructure is partially metastable and therefore sensitive to both strain rates as such and, in particular, to the changes of material temperature due to the deformation induced (adiabatic) heating at high strain rates at large strains. In this presentation, current developments of the AHSS sheet steels as well as some austenitic stainless steels are reviewed with emphasis on the deformation and strain hardening mechanisms that give these steels at the same time high strength and high ductility (formability), which are usually contradictory properties for metals and alloys. The most important high strain rate phenomena and testing techniques are also reviewed and discussed. Finally, some recent results of the high strain rate testing of sheet steels with Hopkinson Split Bar technique are presented and discussed. BIO: Dr. Kuokkala is Professor of Materials Science at the Tampere University of Technology in Tampere, Finland. He obtained his PhD in Materials Science from Tampere University of Technology (TUT) in 1984. Since then, he has held several academic positions at TUT, including Deputy Associate Professor of Materials Science, Deputy Professor of Electron Microscopy, Associate Professor of Materials Science, and Professor of Materials Science since 1998. He has also worked as an Academic Guest at the Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule in Zurich, Switzerland, and as a Long Term Visiting Staff Member at the Center for Materials Science, Los Alamos National Laboratory, New Mexico, USA. His current research interests are the elastic properties and ultrasonic attenuation in solids, computer applications in electron microscopy, and especially the high strain rate behavior of materials. He is currently on sabbatical leave at the Purdue University. **************** 4. ONE PURDUE **************** 4.1: Need to place your own orders? Purchasing will present SRM Requisitioner Hands-on Workshops in February: 02.12, 8-9:45am; 02.12, 10-11:45; 02.14, 8-9:45am; 02.14, 10-11:45; 02.19, 8-9:45am; 02.19, 10-11:45; 02.21, 8-9:45am; 02.21, 10-11:45; 02.26, 8-9:45am; 02.26, 10-11:45; 02.28, 8-9:45am; 02.28, 10-11:45. All sessions are located in the ITAP Training Room, 2nd floor of FREH southwest corner of the building. Description: This workshop is intended to aid Requisitioners in ordering through SRM. The first hour will be a presentation of tips and tricks, including setting default ship-to information, using vendor lists, proper procedures for identifying pricing, and more. The remaining time will be spent entering live orders with the assistance of Purchasing Services staff. Please bring several orders to enter during the workshop. You need the requisitioner role in order to participate in the system. All sessions are the same material, you only need to attend one session. Space is limited, so please register as soon as possible. To register and view available dates and times, please follow the instructions below. If you are not able to attend, please cancel through the system to allow others to attend. For questions regarding the workshops, please contact the Purchasing Services Helpdesk at 765-494-7279 or pshelpdesk(a)purdue.edu <mailto:pshelpdesk@purdue.edu> . To register: Go to: http://www.itap.purdue.edu/training <http://www.itap.purdue.edu/training > , click on the header ³OnePurdue² (about three-quarters down the left column). All the showcases and workshops currently available for enrollment will appear. When the you click on ³Register Now,² you will be prompted to log in with your Career Account user ID and password. You will then be asked to verify your name, e-mail address and phone number. Click on the ³Submit² button. Several things will then happen: Your registration will be confirmed on the screen, including the date, time and training location. Click on a ³Download² icon to add the event to your Outlook calendar. An e-mail confirmation will be sent to you. This system maintains an automated waiting list for each class. If a class section is full, you may choose to be added to its waiting list. If registered people cancel, you will automatically be bumped, (in the order of the waiting list) into the vacant seats. You will be sent an e-mail confirmation, so it's important that you cancel your registration if you are unable to attend. ********************* 5. LIFE ON THE OUTSIDE ********************* 5.1: Police to offer defense course: A Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) System course is being offered by the Purdue Police Department in February. The course is free and is offered at the Police Department (TERY) Conference Room, 205 South Martin Jischke Drive, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the following dates: Friday, Feb. 22; Monday, Feb. 25; and Wednesday, Feb. 27. The program is a 12-hour, self-defense-system course designed primarily for women. P articipants must be 12 years of age or older. Attendance at all sessions is required for successful completion of this course. More information about the course may be found at this web site address: http://www.purdue.edu/police/programs/types/rad.htm. For additional information or to register for the course, please send an e-mail to sasheppard(a)purdue.edu. Deborah S. Starewich Administrative Assistant to Timothy D. Sands, Director Birck Nanotechnology Center Purdue University 765-494-3509 dstarewi(a)ecn.purdue.edu http://www.nano.purdue.edu/

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MONDAY MEMO: 02.04.08
by Deborah Starewich 04 Feb '08

04 Feb '08

WEEKLY MEMO, February 4, 2008 **************** 1. Announcements **************** 1.1: TOUR TRAINING !!!! Candiss Vibbert, Associate Director for Discovery Park Engagement and Associate Vice Provost for Engagement, invites you to a workshop designed to provide you with the information and materials necessary to host a wide variety of guests at Discovery Park. This workshop will be offered on February 12 from 1:303:30, in Burton Morgan 121. If you cannot attend at that time, but could attend a morning session on that same day from 9:00-11:00, please RSVP with that information. Since last July, over 1500 individuals have visited Discovery Park and many of you have been tapped for assistance. This workshop will provide you with a DVD of a video that you can use for a broad overview as well as one-page handouts and a list of key talking points for audiences with whom you would like to highlight the key characteristics of Discovery Park. We have a broad range of supplemental materials, guides to assist you in considering what areas to stress for differing audiences, a brochure about our facilities, and a website where these materials can be found. A script for tours of both Bindley and Birck have been developed with stopping points and key information on posters, so that it will be easy for everyone to host groups. Candiss¹s goal is to create a large group of FACULTY, STAFF, AND STUDENTS who are confident that they can host visitors at Discovery Park and will convey a consistent message to these guests. This workshop should be a big step toward this end. If you cannot attend a session on the 12th, but are interested in hosting guests to Discovery Park, please send your name so that other sessions may be held. Please RSVP to Valerie Lawless at (lawlessv(a)purdue.edu) and Deborah Starewich (dstarewi(a)purdue.edu) 1.2: Blood-borne Pathogen Training: Friday, 02.08.08, 2:00PM, BRK 1099. 1.3: The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) and TechPoint will host the Indiana Collegiate Entrepreneur Bootcamp in Indianapolis at the Indiana Roof Ballroom on Thursday, March 20 (2:008:00PM). The program is specifically designed for undergraduate and graduate students with the desire to become the next wave of successful Indiana entrepreneurs. This highly interactive program features practical tips and advice from some of the best entrepreneurs and investors in Indiana, as well as renowned business coach Bill Joos, Principal at Silicon Valley-based Go to Market Consulting. The Bootcamp teaches students the art and science of creating and managing a high growth venture. Joos will put participants through the paces of business positioning, refining the ³elevator pitch,² and avoiding the most common business planning mistakes. The program will conclude with interactive round tables at dinner where groups of students will have the opportunity to get feedback on their big idea as well as network with entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. The dinner will also provide an opportunity for 10-15 students to pitch their big idea and receive immediate and candid feedback from a panel of investors. The top pitches will win $1,000, $500, or $250. There is no cost for attendance thanks to the generous support of Indiana Secondary Market for Education Loans (www.ismloans.org) Visit www.indianabootcamp.org for additional information and to sign up. 1.4: Dr. Richard Kuhn, Director of the Bindley Bioscience Center, is pleased to announce the establishment of the Bindley Strategic Council (BSC). The following Purdue faculty members will be serving 3-year terms as advisers to the administrative and scientific leadership of the BBC: Clint Chapple (Biochemistry); Rebecca Doerge (Statistics); Jim Fleet (Foods and Nutrition); Michael Gribskov (Biological Sciences); Tony Hazbun (Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology); Catherine Hill (Entomology); Scott Jackson (Agronomy); Richard Kuhn (Biological Sciences); and Phil Low (Chemistry) ******************** 2. TOURS/VISITORS ******************** 2.1: Monday, 02.04.08, 11:25-11:55AM: Purdue Women¹s Club. A group of 30 women of various ages; most are affiliated with Purdue in some way. The tour is part of the Purdue Women¹s Club Lecture Series. They are interested in learning about the current technology and research at Purdue as well as seeing the facilities. 2.2: Tuesday, 02.05.08, 12:45PM: NASA personnel and Purdue research group. 2.2: Friday, 02.08.08, 10:00-11:00AM: Dr. Mildred Dresselhaus, College of Science¹s Centennial Distinguished Lecture Series speaker. 2.3: Friday, 02.08.08, 11:00-11:30AM: Dr. Barbara Karn, Discovery Lecture Series speaker. ******************** 3. SEMINARS ******************** 3.1: Wednesday, 02.06.08, 2:30PM, EE317: ³Heat Transfer Across Solid Contacts Enhanced with Nanomaterials,² by Timothy S. Fisher, Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University. ABSTRACT: This presentation will describe thermal transport processes at solid-solid material interfaces. An overview of applications in the electronics industry will serve to motivate the subject, and then the basic diffusive constriction theory will be developed. The addition of carbon nanotube arrays to solid-solid interfaces has been shown to improve heat transfer significantly, and these materials will serve as an example of enhanced transport with nanomaterials. Experimental techniques and results will be reviewed, and a model that employs ballistic transport principles will be introduced to interpret these results. BIO: Timothy S. Fisher received Ph.D. and B.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University in 1998 and 1991, respectively. He joined the Purdue's School of Mechanical Engineering and Birck Nanotechnology Center in 2002 after several years at Vanderbilt University. He is currently serving as a Visiting Professor in the Chemistry and Physics of Materials Unit of the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research in Bangalore, India. 3.2: Thursday, February 7, 2008, 4:30PM, Physics 114: ³The Potential of Nanostructured Materials to Address the Challenge of a Sustainable Energy Resource,² by Professor Mildred Dresselhaus, Institute Professor, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Reception prior to seminar, 3:30, Physics 242. Mildred Dresselhaus received her PhD degree at the University of Chicago in 1958. Following her doctoral studies, Dr. Dresselhaus spent two years at Cornell University as an NSF postdoctoral fellow, and then seven years as a staff member of the MIT Lincoln Laboratory in the Solid State Physics Division. She joined the MIT faculty in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science in 1967 and the Department of Physics in 1983, and was named an Institute Professor in 1985. She served as the Director of the Office of Science at the US Department of Energy in 2000-2001. Professor Dresselhaus is a member of the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. She has served as President of the American Physical Society (1984), President of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS 1997), Treasurer of the National Academy of Sciences (1992-96), and Chair of the Board of the American Institute of Physics (2003-2008). 3.3: Thursday, February 7, 2008, 5:00PM, POTR 118: ³Gen-Nano Competition Call Out,² WITH PIZZA SERVED. Learn more about generation-nano project and competition details. Invent the Best Gen-Nano Game and win up to $300 in cash! The competition is open Jan 16, 2008 with a deadline for proposal submission of Mar 15, 2008. Bring in your creativity and expertise into this growing e-learning project for kids! Competition Overview: The Network for Computational Nanotechnology (NCN) is accepting proposals from students on Purdue¹s West Lafayette campus interested in designing a storyboard for an interactive K-12 learning activity to be published within one of the learning modules of the generation-nano.org website, which aims to excite middle school children about science by teaching them nanotechnology concepts. The individual or team authors of the three winning storyboards will receive cash awards of up to $300. Additional prizes will be awarded to authors of activities selected for implementation. For details visit: http://www.generation-nano.org/competition; Questions: feedback @generation-nano.org 3.4: Friday, February 8, 2008, 5:30PM, MRGN 121: ³Nanotechnologies and Environmental Concern,² by Dr. Barbara Karn, US EPA, Head of the Research Grant Program for Nanotechnologies, The Wilson Center, Member of Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies. FREE PIZZA AND BEVERAGES. **************** 4. OPPORTUNITIES **************** 4.1: The National Science Foundation has released this year¹s solicitation for the Departmental Multi-User Instrumentation component of Chemistry Research Instrumentation and Facilities program (CRIF:MU), which provides funds to universities, colleges, and consortia thereof for the purchase of multi-user instruments. Approximately $6 million per fiscal year will fund approximately 20 awards as standard or continuing grants depending upon the quality of proposals and the availability of funds. Awards will have a three-year duration and are non-renewable. Award size is limited to $500,000 plus personnel costs for cyber-enabled projects. The request for proposals is available at http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2008/nsf08539/nsf08539.htm <http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2008/nsf08539/nsf08539.htm> . For this competition, Purdue may submit two proposals, with the requirement that at least one proposal must involve cyberinfrastructure. Internal deadlines are as follows: Monday, March 3: Letters of Intent due to the OVPR; Monday, April 14: Preproposals due to the OVPR; Thursday, April 17: Preproposal rankings due to the OVPR. Please note: Letters of intent, preproposals, and rankings to the OVPR should be e-mailed to OVPRlimited(a)purdue.edu. Purdue's limited submission policy and template for letters of intent may be found at http://dagon.admin.purdue.edu/cgi-bin/lsid.cgi <http://dagon.admin.purdue.edu/cgi-bin/lsid.cgi> . For any case in which the number of internal letters of intent received is no more than the number of proposals allowed by the sponsor, the OVPR will notify the PI that an internal preproposal will be unnecessary. 4.2: The National Science Foundation has released this year¹s solicitation for the Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship Program (IGERT), which ³has been developed to meet the challenges of educating U.S. Ph.D. scientists and engineers who will pursue careers in research and education, with the interdisciplinary backgrounds, deep knowledge in chosen disciplines, and technical, professional, and personal skills to become, in their own careers, leaders and creative agents for change. The program is intended to catalyze a cultural change in graduate education, for students, faculty, and institutions, by establishing innovative new models for graduate education and training in a fertile environment for collaborative research that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries. It is also intended to facilitate diversity in student participation and preparation, and to contribute to a world-class, broadly inclusive, and globally engaged science and engineering workforce.² The request for proposals is available at http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2008/nsf08540/nsf08540.htm <http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2008/nsf08540/nsf08540.htm> . An estimated 20 Traineeship grants will be awarded, as well as one award for a Resource Center (a new component of this program). For this competition, Purdue may submit four preliminary Traineeship proposals, and one Resource Center proposal. Internal deadlines are as follows: Monday, February 18: Letters of Intent due to the OVPR; Monday, March 17: Preproposals due to the OVPR; Thursday, March 20: Preproposal rankings due to the OVPR. Please note: Letters of intent, preproposals, and rankings to the OVPR should be e-mailed to OVPRlimited(a)purdue.edu. Purdue's limited submission policy and template for letters of intent may be found at http://dagon.admin.purdue.edu/cgi-bin/lsid.cgi <http://dagon.admin.purdue.edu/cgi-bin/lsid.cgi> . Those submitting for the Resources Center component should so indicate on the letter of intent. For any case in which the number of internal letters of intent received is no more than the number of proposals allowed by the sponsor, the OVPR will notify the PI that an internal preproposal will be unnecessary. 4.3: Summer Teaching OpportunityApply now! The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is seeking an Instructor for Nanotechnology, a course that we are offering at a summer program for gifted adolescents on Duke University's West Campus and Texas A&M University. Staff employment dates for this position are Term 1 - June 10 - July 2 and Term 2 - July 10 - August 2. The instructor, with the help of a teaching assistant, is responsible for designing a course or using a Duke TIP syllabus to teach the course to a group of approximately 16-20 gifted students. The instructor position requires at least a year of graduate coursework and/or teaching experience with specific emphasis on nanotechnology. In addition to a competitive salary, Duke TIP also provides housing and meals for all summer staff, as needed. The course description is as follows: ³Nanotechnology²: The 21st century's "industrial revolution" will be fueled by the emerging science of nanotechnology. The fields of medicine, electronics, textiles, quantum computing, and alternative energy source development are but a few of the topics that will be highlighted in this course. Presently, industries, governments, and academia are working together to develop the potential of nanoscience. What once seemed a futuristic dream has progressed to cutting edge reality. In this course, students will survey the progress and the potential of nanotechnology. This course is open to current ninth and tenth graders only. Please visit the Duke TIP web site for complete information about our programs and the summer employment process. Below are several links that will be helpful in addressing your questions.Summer Employment Information: www.tip.duke.edu/about/employment <http://www.tip.duke.edu/about/employment <http://www.tip.duke.edu/about/employment> > (job descriptions, salary information, application materials); Summer Program Information: www.tip.duke.edu/summer_programs <http://www.tip.duke.edu/summer_programs <http://www.tip.duke.edu/summer_programs> <http://www.tip.duke.edu/summer_programs > > (course offerings, site information) If you are interested in this instructor position, please contact Liz Morgan, Academic Coordinator at emorgan(a)tip.duke.edu or call at (919) 681-6981 as soon as possible. 4.4: The Regenstrief Center for Healthcare Engineering (RCHE) is soliciting research proposals from Purdue faculty in all disciplines with research interests related to healthcare delivery. Approximately $240,000 has been allocated for this year's research-funding cycle. It is anticipated that up to six projects will receive funding. Highly successful projects may be eligible to receive subsequent funding from RCHE in the form of proposal cost-sharing, etc. RCHE welcomes proposals leveraged with other proposal opportunities at Purdue. E-mail Intent to Submit Proposal Deadline is Feb. 15. Proposal due date is March 3rd. Full RFP and more information are available at the RCHE Web site <http://www.purdue.edu/rche <http://www.purdue.edu/rche> >. ********************* 5. LIFE ON THE OUTSIDE ********************* 5.1: Congratulations to new daddy, Dan Hosler, and family: Samuel Thomas Hosler came to be on Sunday (01.27.08) morning. 5.2: IRS Warns Taxpayers of New E-mail Scams: A new variation of the refund scheme may be directed toward organizations that distribute funds to other organizations or individuals. In an attempt to seem legitimate, the scam e-mail claims to be sent by, and contains the name and supposed signature of, the Director of the IRS Exempt Organizations area of the IRS. The e-mail asks recipients to click on a link to access a form for a tax refund. In reality, taxpayers claim their tax refunds through the filing of an annual tax return, not a separate application form. The IRS recommends that recipients do not click on links in, or open any attachments to, e-mails they receive that are unsolicited or that come from unknown sources. Deborah S. Starewich Administrative Assistant to Timothy D. Sands, Director Birck Nanotechnology Center Purdue University 765-494-3509 dstarewi(a)ecn.purdue.edu http://www.nano.purdue.edu/

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Weekly Memo: Monday, 01.28.08
by Deborah Starewich 28 Jan '08

28 Jan '08

WEEKLY MEMO, January 28, 2008 **************** 1. Announcements **************** 1.1: Bindley Bioscience Center announces its Bindley Strategic Council (BSC). The following faculty members will be serving 3-year terms as advisers to the administrative and scientific leadership of the BBC: Clint Chapple (Biochemistry); Rebecca Doerge (Statistics); Jim Fleet (Foods and Nutrition); Michael Gribskov (Biological Sciences); Tony Hazbun (Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology); Catherine Hill (Entomology) Scott Jackson (Agronomy); Richard Kuhn (Biological Sciences); Phil Low (Chemistry); Suresh Mittal (Comparative Pathobiology); Alyssa Panitch (Biomedical Engineering); Tim Ratliff (Comparative Pathobiology); Tim Sands (Materials Engineering); Cynthia Stauffacher (Biological Sciences); and Connie Weaver (Foods and Nutrition). Bindley Strategic Council members will function as liaisons among academic departments, other Purdue units, external organizations and the BBC in order to enhance communications and establish effective collaborations among center life sciences researchers. The BSC currently consists of 15 members representing 6 different schools/colleges and 11 different academic departments. Input from interested BBC affiliates is welcomed by the BSC. Members¹ contact information is attached to this message and will soon be available on the BBC website (www.bindleybioscience.com <http://www.bindleybioscience.com/ <http://www.bindleybioscience.com/> > ). 1.2: The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) and TechPoint will host the Indiana Collegiate Entrepreneur Bootcamp in Indianapolis at the Indiana Roof Ballroom on Thursday, March 20 (2:008:00PM). The program is specifically designed for undergraduate and graduate students with the desire to become the next wave of successful Indiana entrepreneurs. This highly interactive program features practical tips and advice from some of the best entrepreneurs and investors in Indiana, as well as renowned business coach Bill Joos, Principal at Silicon Valley-based Go to Market Consulting. The Bootcamp teaches students the art and science of creating and managing a high growth venture. Joos will put participants through the paces of business positioning, refining the ³elevator pitch,² and avoiding the most common business planning mistakes. The program will conclude with interactive round tables at dinner where groups of students will have the opportunity to get feedback on their big idea as well as network with entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. The dinner will also provide an opportunity for 10-15 students to pitch their big idea and receive immediate and candid feedback from a panel of investors. The top pitches will win $1,000, $500, or $250. There is no cost for attendance thanks to the generous support of Indiana Secondary Market for Education Loans (www.ismloans.org) Visit www.indianabootcamp.org for additional information and to sign up. 1.3: 17th Biennial University Government Industry ³Micro/nano Symposium,² Louisville, KY, July 1316, 2008. Information may be found at http://louisville.edu/conference/ugim2008/. 1.4: TRAVELERS take note! When completing your Form 17s and 25s, the new mileage rate is $0.505. ******************** 2. TOURS/VISITORS ******************** 2.1: Monday, 01.28.08, 8:30AM-4:00PM: Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. Visiting Prof. Shalaev¹s group. 2.2: Tuesday, 01.29.08, 1:00-2:00PM: Dr. Jingyan Dong, Industrial Engineering faculty candidate. 2.3: Tuesday, 01.29.08, 1:40-2:15PM: Dr. William Stephen, Vice President for Engagement, Indiana University 2.4: Wednesday, 01.30.08, 9:00-4:00PM: Dr. Devanand Shenoy, DARPA. Visiting Prof. Shalaev. 2.5: Thursday, 01.31.08, 8:30AM-5:00PM: SVTC Technologies, Dave Bergeron, CEO. ******************** 3. SEMINARS ******************** 3.1: Tuesday, January 29, 9:00AM, MRGN 121: ³Plans for Moving the Energy Center Forward,² by Dr. Robert P. Lucht, Ralph and Bettye Bailey Professor of Combustion, School of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University and Candidate for Director, Energy Center. 3.2: Thursday, January 31, 10:30AM, MRGN 121: ³Plans for Moving the Energy Center Forward,² by Dr. Jay Gore, Vincent P. Reilly Professor of Engineering, Interim Director, Energy Center, Purdue University and Candidate for Director, Energy Center. **************** 4. OPPORTUNITIES **************** 4.1: 2008 Amelia Project Invitation Announcement: The Amelia Project-Giving Wings to Research; Project Chair, Dr. George W. Sledge, Ballve-Lantero Professor of Medicine, Indiana University Cancer Center; Saturday, February 2, 2008, 9:30AM-4:30PM; University Place Conference Center, located on the IUPUI Campus; Indianapolis, Indiana. The trustees of the Catherine Peachey Fund are pleased to invite you to the 10th Annual Amelia Project Retreat. This meeting is designed to 1) bring together the scientists and clinicians working on basic research in breast cancer at institutions across Indiana; 2) foster collaboration across institutional boundaries and enhance research through collegial sharing; and 3) encourage and educate pre and post-doctoral candidates. There is no registration fee as the Indianapolis Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation has approved an education grant for this meeting. Registration will begin at 9:30AM. Meetings will run from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Lunch will be provided. A Poster Session will follow lunch. Parking vouchers will be provided. To view the agenda, visit http://www.breastcare.org/Peachey/Amelia/2008/Final_Agenda2008.pdf. This forum is designed to allow for meeting fellow researchers and opportunities for beginning relationships that will lead to new collaborations. You are also invited to submit an abstract for a poster presentation. For instructions on poster session submissions, visit http://www.breastcare.org/Peachey/Amelia/2008/CallforSubmission2008DeadlineE xtended.pdf. To register, visit mailto:Nikkole@breastcare.org?subject=Amelia%20Project%20Registration. We¹re getting this information a bit late as notification of attendance was due on January 15. If you¹re interested in attending, please make inquiries as there still may be room. Contact Connie Rufenbarger, Director of the project, 574-269-2198 or mailto:connierufe@maplenet.net. For potential funding mechanisms, visit http://www.breastcare.org/Peachey/Amelia/2008/PotentialFundraisingMechanisms .htm. Deborah S. Starewich Administrative Assistant to Timothy D. Sands, Director Birck Nanotechnology Center Purdue University 765-494-3509 dstarewi(a)ecn.purdue.edu http://www.nano.purdue.edu/

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