January 2019 - Bnc-grads-list

Convergence Conference Reminder - Jan. 24th
by Turner, Jaime J 23 Jan '19

23 Jan '19

Dear all, Please find below information regarding the Convergence and the Future of Research Conference hosted by Discovery Park that is tomorrow Jan. 24th. If you would like to attend please make sure to RSVP. Thanks Jaime [http://mailimages.purdue.edu/discovery_park/DP_reverse_onBlack.jpg] DON'T MISS IT! [http://mailimages.purdue.edu/discovery_park/c0872fc9_f8ee_421a_b107_ac16a8d…]<http://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/36527586/1330614887/79031637/0/70628/?x=c67b5…> Please RSVP<http://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/36527586/1330614887/79031521/0/70628/?x=30b8f…> for the Discovery Park Convergence and the Future of Research Conference, January 24, 2019, from 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. in the Burton D. Morgan Center for Entrepreneurship. The event will feature a panel discussion, reception, and our annual Voss Talks: [http://mailimages.purdue.edu/discovery_park/Untitled-3.png] For more information, visit www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/convergence<http://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/convergence>. Register Now!<http://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/36527586/1330614887/79031521/2/70628/?x=3f4e9…> [http://mailimages.purdue.edu/discovery_park/8fa011c7_9d35_4e0e_8f1d_6db40a4…] You are receiving this email as a member of the Purdue University research community. Office of the Executive Vice President for Research and Partnerships: www.purdue.edu/research/<http://www.purdue.edu/research/> Discovery Park: www.purdue.edu/dp<http://www.purdue.edu/dp> Purdue University is an equal access, equal opportunity university. Produced and published by the Executive Vice President for Research and Partnerships office. © 2019 Purdue University Forward to a Friend<http://mailimages.purdue.edu/vo/Forward.aspx?FileID=fc2eda96-dcec-4151-a2bc…> | Unsubscribe<http://www.ne16.com/u?id=1330614887.2bbdd9bb5ab0d2ec7a90ca15a039be2f&o=3652…> | Privacy Policy<http://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/36527586/1330614887/78527025/0/70628/?x=249bc…> This email was sent to: aiyer(a)purdue.edu<mailto:aiyer@purdue.edu> This email was sent by: Discovery Park Burton D. Morgan Building (MRGN) West Lafayette, IN 47907 765-496-6625 [http://mailimages.purdue.edu/Shared/PoweredByDelivra_CMCompany.png]<http://maillinks.purdue.edu/t/36527586/1330614887/67032785/0/70628/?x=88333…>

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2019 Nanodays Activity Tables
by Turner, Jaime J 23 Jan '19

23 Jan '19

Dear Birck faculty and students, We are planning our yearly NanoDays outreach event, for April 4th and 5th from 9:30am - 2:30pm and Girl Scout/Birck Family Evening on April 3rd from 6-8pm. As in years past, we would really appreciate having some research groups provide demonstration/activity tables alongside our standing lineup of activities. They are generally aimed at kids in elementary school up to high school. Please contact me ndilley(a)purdue.edu<mailto:ndilley@purdue.edu> by February 28th, 2017 if you would like your group to have an activity table at this year's Nanodays. Thank you very much for your interest in engaging kids in science! Best regards, Neil -- Neil R. Dilley Research Scientist Birck Nanotechnology Center , Rm 1010 1205 West State St. West Lafayette, IN 47907-2057 765-496-6080

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NSAC Coffee Hour
by Prabhu Kumar Venuthurumilli 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

Dear all, We kick off our NSAC Coffee hour for the new semester from this Friday. We will have an exciting talk by Aaditya Candadai from Prof. Amy Marconnet's group titled “Rapid colorimetric analysis of graphene on copper" for this week’s Coffee hour. Please join us this Friday at 3:30 pm in the BNC Atrium. What: NSAC Coffee hour talk When: Friday, 01/18/2019, 3:30 pm Where: BNC Atrium Speaker: Aaditya Candadai Title: Rapid colorimetric analysis of graphene on copper As always, there will be snacks to help us understand the talk better!!! Also, please feel free to sign up for Spring semester coffee hour slots in the Google sheet<https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/5344678298c721bb50342f098fe753f8f03f6852?ur…> by clicking here<https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/bb5c95004599369487c7b5413ddb588e28a1b512?ur…>. Regards Prabhu

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[NSAC] Blood Drive! Jan 29th
by Samuel Peana 08 Jan '19

08 Jan '19

[cid:image003.jpg@01D4A45E.61E621E0]<https://www.donorpoint.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/126417> January is National Blood Donor Month! Help re-FILL urgently needed supplies at our blood drive: Birck Nanotechnology Ctr TUESDAY, January 29 11:00 am — 3:30 pm Birck Nanotechnology Center ~ Room 1001 Discovery Park @ Purdue | 1205 W State St ~ West Lafayette, IN 47907 Click here to sign up<https://www.donorpoint.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/126417>! Double Red appointments available Each donation provides a life-giving gift for MULTIPLE patients Bring a Photo ID. Don’t skip meals. Hydrate. Questions about donating blood? Click here<https://www.versiti.org/ways-to-give/blood-donation/donation-eligibility-faq>.

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[Mentoring_at_Purdue] Spring 2019 Workshop Lineup
by Alexander, Elizabeth M 07 Jan '19

07 Jan '19

Happy New Year! As you come back to campus after a restful break and fill in your new planners, we hope you take time to mark down the Mentoring @ Purdue Spring 2019 workshop lineup. The new year brings promise for healthy habits and new projects-but this year, the M@P team would like to encourage you to make a resolution to be more intentional in your mentoring relationships. A great place to start is by attending our monthly workshops. Lunch is provided, networking is encouraged, and we have some great topics to explore this semester! [cid:image002.png@01D4A67B.E40DE0D0] On behalf of the entire M@P team, Liz Liz Alexander Graduate Research Assistant Coordinator of On-Campus Activities Mentoring@Purdue Department of Youth Development and Agricultural Education Purdue University Lilly Hall Rm. 4-401 915 W. State St. West Lafayette, IN 47907-2053 [MALTS_logo_small] _______________________________________________ Mentoring_at_Purdue mailing list Mentoring_at_Purdue(a)lists.purdue.edu https://lists.purdue.edu/mailman/listinfo/mentoring_at_purdue

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The Yogurt Study
by Byers, Adam W 07 Jan '19

07 Jan '19

Hello, We are still accepting participants for our ongoing yogurt study. Below is more information if you are interested. Are there benefits to eating yogurt for breakfast? You can help answer this question by taking part in our study! You will be provided different types of yogurts to consume at home for breakfast. For each type of yogurt, you will complete a 4-h testing day that measures your feelings of appetite (hunger & fullness) and cognitive performance. If you qualify, you will be paid for completing all study procedures. For more information contact: leidylab(a)purdue.edu<mailto:leidylab@purdue.edu> and mention: The Yogurt Study. Best, The Leidy Lab Research Team

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SURF 2019-Graduate student positions
by Leavitt, Vicki 02 Jan '19

02 Jan '19

Reminder--- If you are interested in the SURF GA position, please apply. SURF is part of the new engineering office that will support undergraduate researchers. See the news story here: https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/AboutUs/News/Spotlights/2018/college-of… Best wishes for the new year! Vicki Dear Graduate Students, The SURF program<https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Research/SURF> is seeking to hire PhD students from STEM disciplines who enjoy sharing their knowledge and experience with undergraduates. The dates of employment are May 6 - August 9, 2019. SURF Graduate Assistants gain a unique experience that contributes to their professional portfolio in the following areas: * Support and development of undergraduate researchers in and outside their discipline * Interactions with students from diverse backgrounds and disciplines in engineering, science, and agriculture * Administrative and leadership experience gained from implementing a large university research program This position could be particularly beneficial for the graduate student planning a career in academia. The position announcement and details are posted here: https://www.purdue.edu/SURF/Programs/Campus/GAposition Submit application documents by January 23, 2019. Best regards, Vicki Leavitt SURF Program

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