November 2015 - Che-student-staff-list

EPA inspection yesterday
by Nagy, Gabriela 19 Nov '15

19 Nov '15

Hello everyone, As you know, EPA representatives inspected different labs on campus yesterday and as part of their inspection they visited 4 labs in our building (FRNY 3190, 3184, 3150 and 2153). The inspectors also talked to the graduate students working in the labs they visited; everyone did a good job on handling their questions. No violations were found and Adam Krajicek from REM, who accompanied the EPA inspector, informed me that the inspector was happy to see that we are in compliance. Well done to everyone and keep up the good work you do! Thank you for your commitment to safety! Gabriela On behalf of the ChE Safety Committee __________________ Gabriela Nagy, PhD Industrial Education Director ChE Safety Committee Chair School of Chemical Engineering Room FRNY G051 Purdue University Tel: (765)-496-1710 E-mail: nagyg(a)purdue.edu<mailto:nagyg@purdue.edu> From: Nagy, Gabriela Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2015 9:30 AM To: chmegrad(a)ecn.purdue.edu; chepostdoc(a)ecn.purdue.edu Cc: McGlothlin, Ricky L <mcglothr(a)purdue.edu> Subject: EPA inspection Importance: High Hello everyone! Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) representatives are on campus today, performing inspections of labs to check for compliance with the hazardous waste storage and disposal regulations in the lab. It became customary that EPA is visiting our building whenever they are on campus for inspections, therefore we can expect their visit on this occasion, too. Please ensure that all chemical containers in the lab are closed and labeled correctly, including the HPLC waste containers. Thank you for your commitment to safety! Gabriela, On behalf of the ChE safety Committee __________________ Gabriela Nagy, PhD Industrial Education Director School of Chemical Engineering Room FRNY G051 Purdue University Tel: (765)-496-1710 E-mail: nagyg(a)purdue.edu<mailto:nagyg@purdue.edu>

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FW: "a time to reflect and start the conversation"
by Varma, Arvind 19 Nov '15

19 Nov '15

Pl read the important message below – thank you. Arvind Varma R. Games Slayter Distinguished Professor Jay and Cynthia Ihlenfeld Head of Chemical Engineering Purdue University From: Engfaculty-list [mailto:engfaculty-list-bounces@ecn.purdue.edu] On Behalf Of Jamieson, Leah H. Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2015 8:06 AM To: Engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu; Engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu; Engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu Subject: "a time to reflect and start the conversation" College of Engineering Colleagues - Diversity is a core value of Purdue’s College of Engineering. Recent events around the country and at Purdue remind us - as some of our students, faculty, and staff are reminded every day - that we have much work to do to create a place that is genuinely diverse, welcoming, and inclusive. There will be no simple solution, there is no easy answer. I know, though, that it will take the entire community to make this a better place. For that reason, I am gong to borrow words from a message that ECE Professor Mimi Boutin sent to the ECE faculty. Their simplicity speaks volumes: "I would like to encourage each one of you to take a moment to read this collection of students' experiences with racism on campus, and to reflect on these: https://shareyournarrativeblog.wordpress.com<https://shareyournarrativeblog.wordpress.com/> Let's start the conversation.” We can and will add structure, discussions, programs, plans - but right now let us listen to our students' stories and let those stories give new empathy and renewed urgency to the conversation - because creating a respectful, welcoming climate is something that must belong to all of us. leah --- Leah H. Jamieson The John A. Edwardson Dean, College of Engineering Ransburg Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall +1 765 494 5346 701 West Stadium Avenue +1 765 494 9321 (fax) Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045 lhj(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lhj@purdue.edu> https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr<http://www.ece.purdue.edu/~lhj>

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FW: COMMUNICATION: EPA inspector is on campus today
by Valley, Jeffrey L 18 Nov '15

18 Nov '15

FYI..............Please check to make sure all labs are as they should be. Thanks. From: Terry, Rebecca L Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2015 8:54 AM Subject: COMMUNICATION: EPA inspector is on campus today Communications Announcement Purdue University - Physical Facilities TO: Building Deputies FR: Adam Krajicek, Radiological and Environmental Management DA: Wednesday, November 18, 2015 RE: EPA inspector is on campus today A representative from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is on campus today to conduct a hazardous waste inspection. Please ensure that all chemical containers are closed and properly labeled, including high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) waste containers. For detailed waste storage procedures, please see the following REM webpage: http://www.purdue.edu/rem/hmm/wststo.htm. Feel free to contact the REM Hazardous Materials Management area at (765) 494-0121 if you have any questions.

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Today Seminar Abstract/Announcement
by Jackson, Christa N 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

[cid:image003.png@01D11717.26FA9CA0]<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE> Purdue University School of Chemical Engineering GRADUATE SEMINAR SERIES Dr. Jeremiah Zartman Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University Notre Dame "Engineering Approaches to Investigate the Regulation of Epithelial Growth and Homeostasis" Tuesday, November 17 2015 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. FRNY G140 Reception at 2:30 p.m. in Henson Atrium Abstract: The revolution in molecular biology within the last few decades has led to the identification of multiple, diverse inputs into the mechanisms governing the measurement and regulation of organ size. In general, organ size and homeostasis is controlled by both intrinsic, genetic mechanisms as well as extrinsic, physiological factors. Examples of the former include the spatiotemporal regulation of organ size by morphogen gradients, and instances of the latter include the regulation of organ development by endocrine hormones, oxygen availability, nutritional status and the mechanics of the microenvironment. However, integrated model platforms, either of in vitro experimental systems amenable to high- resolution imaging or in silico computational models that incorporate both extrinsic and intrinsic mechanisms are lacking. Here, I will discuss collaborative efforts to bridge the gap between traditional assays employed in developmental biology and computational models through quantitative approaches. These interdisciplinary efforts are being applied to develop integrated models of epithelial growth and homeostasis in the larval wing imaginal disc of the fruit fly, due to the wealth of previous genetic knowledge for the system. In particular, I will discuss our current understanding of how intrinsic and extrinsic factors impact the spatiotemporal dynamics and possible functional roles of calcium signaling in development and homeostasis using a combination of microfluidics devices, organ culture and computational modeling of signal transduction. An integrated model of intrinsic and extrinsic growth control is expected to provide greater insight into how cells communicate to coordinate tissue-level responses. Bio: Dr. Jeremiah Zartman received his Bachelors degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a dual major in Chemical Engineering and Engineering Physics in 2004. In 2009 he obtained his Ph.D. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering under the supervision of Prof. Stanislav Shvartsman at Princeton University as a Princeton Hertz Fellow. From 2009-2011, he worked as post-doctoral research in the lab of Prof. Konrad Basler, University of Zurich, in Molecular Life Sciences as an EMBO Long-term Post-doctoral Fellow. Since 2012, Dr. Zartman has led a research group at the University of Notre Dame. The lab focuses on the integration of computational and experimental approaches toward the development and function of multicellular systems as well as the development of advanced in vivo screening approaches for target discovery in cancer and regenerative medicine.

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Seminar Abstract/Announcement
by Jackson, Christa N 16 Nov '15

16 Nov '15

[cid:image003.png@01D11717.26FA9CA0]<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE> Purdue University School of Chemical Engineering GRADUATE SEMINAR SERIES Dr. Jeremiah Zartman Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering University Notre Dame "Engineering Approaches to Investigate the Regulation of Epithelial Growth and Homeostasis" Tuesday, November 17 2015 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. FRNY G140 Reception at 2:30 p.m. in Henson Atrium Abstract: The revolution in molecular biology within the last few decades has led to the identification of multiple, diverse inputs into the mechanisms governing the measurement and regulation of organ size. In general, organ size and homeostasis is controlled by both intrinsic, genetic mechanisms as well as extrinsic, physiological factors. Examples of the former include the spatiotemporal regulation of organ size by morphogen gradients, and instances of the latter include the regulation of organ development by endocrine hormones, oxygen availability, nutritional status and the mechanics of the microenvironment. However, integrated model platforms, either of in vitro experimental systems amenable to high- resolution imaging or in silico computational models that incorporate both extrinsic and intrinsic mechanisms are lacking. Here, I will discuss collaborative efforts to bridge the gap between traditional assays employed in developmental biology and computational models through quantitative approaches. These interdisciplinary efforts are being applied to develop integrated models of epithelial growth and homeostasis in the larval wing imaginal disc of the fruit fly, due to the wealth of previous genetic knowledge for the system. In particular, I will discuss our current understanding of how intrinsic and extrinsic factors impact the spatiotemporal dynamics and possible functional roles of calcium signaling in development and homeostasis using a combination of microfluidics devices, organ culture and computational modeling of signal transduction. An integrated model of intrinsic and extrinsic growth control is expected to provide greater insight into how cells communicate to coordinate tissue-level responses. Bio: Dr. Jeremiah Zartman received his Bachelors degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a dual major in Chemical Engineering and Engineering Physics in 2004. In 2009 he obtained his Ph.D. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering under the supervision of Prof. Stanislav Shvartsman at Princeton University as a Princeton Hertz Fellow. From 2009-2011, he worked as post-doctoral research in the lab of Prof. Konrad Basler, University of Zurich, in Molecular Life Sciences as an EMBO Long-term Post-doctoral Fellow. Since 2012, Dr. Zartman has led a research group at the University of Notre Dame. The lab focuses on the integration of computational and experimental approaches toward the development and function of multicellular systems as well as the development of advanced in vivo screening approaches for target discovery in cancer and regenerative medicine.

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Seminar Abstract/ Announcement Reminder
by Jackson, Christa N 13 Nov '15

13 Nov '15

Dear All, Included is the Seminar Abstract/ Announcement Reminder for November 17th. All the best, Christa Jackson Forney Hall School of Chemical Engineering, 480 Stadium Mall Drive Room1060 West Lafayette, IN 47907 Phone(765)494-4050 jacksonc(a)purdue.edu

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Melissa Sweat Dissertation Defense, Tuesday, November 17th, at 9:00 a.m. in FRNY 3062B
by Green, Corwin S 10 Nov '15

10 Nov '15

This e-mail is to announce that Melissa Sweat will be defending her dissertation, Compressive behavior of simulated explosive-filled granular material, on Tuesday, November 17th, at 9:00 a.m. in FRNY 3062B. The dissertation is directed by Dr. Beaudoin, and the abstract is attached. All are welcome to attend. Corwin Green Graduate Office Secretary School of Chemical Engineering Purdue University 480 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907 E-mail: csgreen(a)purdue.edu<mailto:csgreen@purdue.edu> www.engineering.purdue.edu/ChE<https://engineering.purdue.edu/ChE/index.html>

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LAST DAY for United Way donations
by Hadley, JoAnna M 10 Nov '15

10 Nov '15

Good afternoon everyone, Today by 4pm is the deadline to turn in your United Way pledge cards to me in FRNY 1057. If you've misplaced your copy of the Purdue University United Way Campaign pledge form, please find the form attached. I know a lot of you are attending the AIChE meeting out of town this week, if you are interested in donating via credit card the link is located at: www.uwlafayette.org/givenow-purdue.html<http://www.uwlafayette.org/givenow-purdue.html>. Thank you all in playing a role in making our community stronger! For more information about United Way please feel free to watch this short video<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNbuyvugQSY> or by visiting www.purdue.edu/unitedway<http://www.purdue.edu/unitedway>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D11B9F.1FBC28F0] JoAnna Hadley Account Clerk Forney Hall of Chemical Engineering, Room 1057 480 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2100 765-494-4072 Fax: 765-494-4073 hadleyj(a)purdue.edu<mailto:hadleyj@purdue.edu>

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United Way campaign deadline tomorrow November 10
by Hadley, JoAnna M 09 Nov '15

09 Nov '15

Good morning everyone, Last day to turn in your United Way pledge cards to me in FRNY 1057 is tomorrow Tuesday November 10 at 4pm. Thank you to those who have already donated! As of 11/3/15 we were 55% towards our goal of $65,833.59 for the College of Engineering and Purdue was at 80% towards its goal of $760K. For more information about United Way please feel free to watch this short video<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNbuyvugQSY> or by visiting www.purdue.edu/unitedway<http://www.purdue.edu/unitedway>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D11AC8.75AC9100] JoAnna Hadley Account Clerk Forney Hall of Chemical Engineering, Room 1057 480 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, IN 47907-2100 765-494-4072 Fax: 765-494-4073 hadleyj(a)purdue.edu<mailto:hadleyj@purdue.edu> From: Engcs-list [mailto:engcs-list-bounces@ecn.purdue.edu] On Behalf Of Jamieson, Leah H. Sent: Thursday, November 05, 2015 9:14 AM To: Engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu; Engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu; Engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu Subject: [engcs-list] United Way Colleagues - As we approach the end of this year’s of the United Way Campaign, I encourage you to make a gift that will help support our community. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Windows of Opportunity.” The campaign leaders have recognized that Engineering has some spectacular windows and selected the MSEE windows as their signature image. In reality, our windows of opportunity are both physical and symbolic. However, Engineering is at only 55% of its goal of $65,833.59. Engineering’s goal is a part of the Purdue goal of $760K, which in turn is part of the Greater Lafayette goal of $5M. I hope you will play a role in making our community stronger. Information about the campaign is at http://www.purdue.edu/unitedway Best, leah --- Leah H. Jamieson The John A. Edwardson Dean, College of Engineering Ransburg Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Neil Armstrong Hall +1 765 494 5346 701 West Stadium Avenue +1 765 494 9321 (fax) Purdue University West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045 lhj(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lhj@purdue.edu> https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr [cid:20092457-FA87-4FE7-87B3-2C6D70B2D9FF@itap.purdue.edu]

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Our School's reception at the AIChE meeting on Monday
by Varma, Arvind 06 Nov '15

06 Nov '15

Dear All, For those who will attend the AIChE meeting... Attached is the invitation to our School's reception on Monday evening. Pl attend, if you can. Owing to health issues, I'll miss the AIChE annual meeting this year. I've attended these meetings since 1976 - this would have been my 40th in a row! Dr. Sang Kim and Cristina Farmus have kindly agreed to serve as hosts for our reception. I wish you a productive and enjoyable meeting! Arvind Varma R. Games Slayter Distinguished Professor Jay and Cynthia Ihlenfeld Head of Chemical Engineering Purdue University

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