April 2011 - Bnc-grads-list

Seminar at Birck today for Boris Luk'yanchuk in Rm 2001 @ 1:30PM
by Black, Nancy Lee 29 Apr '11

29 Apr '11

Boris Luk'yanchuk Senior Scientist and Division Manager at Data Storage Institute, Singapore Bio: Here we are discussing the magnification effect of the transparent spherical particle. It is well known that transparent spherical particle can work as a focusing lens in the near field. For example, for transparent particle with refractive index n < 2 it was shown experimentally that it is possible to localize light up to scale beyond 50-100 nm in agreement with calculations by the Mie theory. Especially great localization can be obtained for particles with n > 2 (photon jet). Thus, we believe that according to reciprocity principle one can expect high resolution of the spherical lens in the near-field. It is possible to find exact relation between lens magnification M and field enhancement I/I0 under the approximation of geometrical optics, . This function with a high accuracy can be approximated by power-like law . We also are discussing the virtual image construction applying the reciprocity principle and virtual prolongation of the Poynting vector lines. Both methods show that it is possible to reach magnification of the virtual image 4-8 times which is sufficient to resolve nano structures with dimension of 50-100 nm in white light. Abstract: Prof. Dr. Boris Luk`yanchuk graduated from the Moscow State University in 1967, PhD (1979) from the P. N. Lebedev Physical Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences and Doctor of Sciences (1991) - from the General Physics Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences. State Professor's degree since 1992. He was working as Senior Scientist and a Head of the Laboratory at the General Physics Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences till 1999. He was also working abroad as invited Professor in Austria, Italy, France, Sweden, Japan and Australia. Since 1999 he is working as a Senior Scientist and a Division Manager of Advanced Concepts Group at the Data Storage Institute, Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Singapore. He published 5 monographs and above 300 papers. He is a Honorary Professor at Johannes Kepler University, Linz, Austria and a Fellow of the Optical Society of America. Fields of his interest are related to laser matter interactions. Host: Vladimir Shalaev, shalaev(a)purdue.edu, 494-9855

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Invitation to West Lafayette History Block Party--Saturday 11-2
by Schwartz, Melissa J 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Sent on behalf of: Steve Wereley, Professor of Mechanical Engineering Colleagues, The attached invitation is for an all-ages, greater Lafayette event, hosted by the students of "Archival Theory and Practice" and the West Lafayette Public Library. This semester, the graduate seminar has been focused on West Lafayette history, and the results have been terrific! Except for concessions, it's all free. We hope you can take a break from studying and grading, have some fun, and find out a bit more about the history of our community. The event is Saturday, from 11-2, with activities and exhibits in the Morton Center, the West Lafayette Public Library, and in the street between the two buildings. There will be tours of fire house #1 and a fire truck at the block party; readings of historic radio dramas, first broadcast on WBAA, concessions, performances, and children's games hosted by the Greater Lafayette Chinese Alliance Church and much, much more! Feel free to contact me (kbross(a)purdue.edu<mailto:kbross@purdue.edu>) or Susan Curtis (curtis(a)purdue.edu<mailto:curtis@purdue.edu>) if you have any questions. Regards, Kristina Bross Associate Professor, English and American Studies Purdue University 500 Oval Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2038

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FW: Olympus Tech Tour at Purdue University
by Black, Nancy Lee 20 Apr '11

20 Apr '11

We would like to invite you to join us for the Olympus tech Seminar/Workshop on April 27. This will be held at the MRGN building. Please post at appropriate areas. Thanks, Nancy Black Secretary Birck Nanotechnology Center 1205 West State Street West Lafayette, IN 47907-2057 (765) 494-8675 Email: blackn(a)purdue.edu

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Seminar 4.22.2011 1:30PM BNC RM 2001 Dr. Ildar Gabitov
by Black, Nancy Lee 18 Apr '11

18 Apr '11

Please post in proper areas: Second Harmonic Generation in Spatially Inhomogeneous Metamaterials 4/22/2011 BRK, ROOM 2001, 1:30 PM

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FW: Seminar 4/14/2011 FRANKLIN JARAMILLO ISAZA,
by Black, Nancy Lee 13 Apr '11

13 Apr '11

4/14/2011 BRK, ROOM 2001, 10:30 AM FRANKLIN JARAMILLO ISAZA, Eng., Ph.D.Center for Research Innovation and Development of Materials - University of Antioquia, Colombia. Nanocomposite based on conducting polymers/nanoparticles are useful materials in a wide number of technological applications. Incorporation of nano-metallic oxides into polymers offers important changes in the electronic, optical, thermal, mechanical properties. In the present study films and bulk polypyrrole and polyaniline were obtained in the presence of iron oxide nanoparticles. Also it is showed how synthetic iron oxide nanoparticles can be doped to tune the electronic energy levels. The effect of the nanoparticles on the structure of the polymer matrix is determined using Raman and Mossbauer spectroscopy and electrochemical techniques. The results show that the magnetite incorporation decreases polymeric film resistance and Raman experiments have evidenced that the incorporation of nanoparticles into polymeric matrix not only stabilizes its polaronic form, but also preserves the polymer from further oxidation. Education: 2002 - 2005 PhD in Chemistry, semiconducting polymers. The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK. Scholarship from The Colombian Institute for the Development of Science and Technology -COLCIENCIAS-. 1996 - 2002 BSc in Chemical Engineering. The University of Antioquia, Colombia. Young researcher COLCIENCIAS scholarship.Young graduated researcher COLCIENCIAS scholarship. Work Experience: 2006 - present Leader of the polymers and composite materials research area on the Center for Research Innovation and Development of Materials CIDEMAT - Professor, Materials Engineering Department, University of Antioquia, Colombia. Courses in advanced polymers, nanocomposite materials and transport phenomena. 2004 - 2005 Laboratory teaching assistant of the polymers spectroscopy course, School of Chemistry, The University of Manchester, UK. 2001 Associated researcher at the Corrosion and Protection Group, University of Antioquia, Colombia. Analysis of atmospheric contaminants by chromatographic techniques. Host: JP Allain, allain(a)purdue.edu, 496-9718

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FW: US Student Fulbright Program Info Session
by Salazar, Cynthia S 13 Apr '11

13 Apr '11

For those of you who are interested in applying for the 2012-2013 US Student Fulbright Program grants, there will be an informational session on April 21 at 5:00 PM in STEW 307. US Student Fulbright Program Info Session Thursday, April 21 STEW 307 5:00-6:00 pm This info session will provide an overview of the U.S. Student Fulbright Program and offer suggestions for preparing a competitive application. All students are welcome, but especially those who will graduate in December 2011, May or August 2012. Cristy Gosney National/International Scholarships Coordinator University Honors Program crgosney(a)purdue.edu

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Notre Dame Trip - Deadline this Wednesday!
by Alfredo Tuesta 11 Apr '11

11 Apr '11

In one week, on Monday April 18, NSAC will be touring the University of Notre Dame's campus and nanoscience facilities. Deadline to register is this Wednesday. The cost of the trip is only $5. If interested in joining us please complete the following quick steps: 1. Online registration form - https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dEpEWTc5clY4bXM4SkZT… 2. Fill out FORM 17, attached. I have partially filled it out for you. You only need to complete boxes 1, 2, 3, 4, and have our adviser sign on box 17. You also need to sign in at the bottom of box 16 under "No cost to university". 3. Submit FORM 17 to Kali in BRK 1014 downstairs in the business office no later than this Wednesday. Alfredo NSAC Vice-President -- Purdue University Birck Nanotechnology Center 1205 West State Street (Office 2234) West Lafayette, IN 47907-2057 973.462.6810

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Post-Doc Positions in Nanostructured Materials & Devices at the Air Force Research Laboratory
by Salazar, Cynthia S 04 Apr '11

04 Apr '11

For your information: ------------------------------------- Post-Doc Positions in Nanostructured Materials & Devices at the Air Force Research Laboratory We are seeking qualified candidates to conduct post-doctoral research in the areas of nanostructured materials and devices as part of a team of scientists in the Materials & Manufacturing Directorate, Air Force Research Laboratory, WPAFB, Ohio. Our research covers a broad range of topics including structure/processing/properties relationships in nanomaterials, polymers, and metamaterials. We also investigate materials, processes, and architectures for devices such as sensors, flexible electronics, batteries, capacitors, and solar cells. Applicants should have experience in one or more of the areas listed as well as a PhD in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field. Experience in characterization methods, device physics, and device fabrication is also desired. Our work commonly involves techniques such as scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, x-ray diffraction, and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy among others. Candidates must have permanent U.S. residency status and can contact Benjamin Leever (Benjamin.Leever(a)wpafb.af.mil<mailto:Benjamin.Leever@wpafb.af.mil>) for more information.

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NSAC to visit Notre Dame - REGISTRATION
by Alfredo Tuesta 03 Apr '11

03 Apr '11

Hello: If you are interested in joining us on Monday, April 18 please follow the instructions below to register. We have limited seating and seating will only be provided on a first-come first-serve basis; this means priority will be given to those who register first. 1. Fill out the online registration form. Please look over the details of the trip on the registration form: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dEpEWTc5clY4bXM4SkZT… 2. Fill out FORM 17, attached. I have partially filled it out for you. You only need to complete boxes 1, 2, 3, 4, and have our adviser sign on box 17. You also need to sign in at the bottom of box 16 under "No cost to university". 3. Submit FORM 17, once completed, to Kali in BRK 1014 downstairs in the business office no later than Monday, April 18. Meet on Monday, April 18, in the Birck atrium at 8AM sharp. The cost for this trip is $5. You may pay on the day of the trip. Alfredo NSAC Vice-President -- Purdue University Birck Nanotechnology Center 1205 West State Street (Office 2234) West Lafayette, IN 47907-2057 973.462.6810

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