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Opportunities in Nanotechnology
Online Presentations | 07 Oct 2021 | Contributor(s):: Anthony Dalessio, Robert Ehrmann, NACK Network
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A Look into the Nanoworld: An introduction to Nanoscale Science and Engineering
Teaching Materials | 23 Aug 2021 | Contributor(s):: NNCI Nano, Jackie Smith
This is a four-part lesson that has students explore the nanoscale. The lesson includes: size and scale, metric system and conversions, measurement, nanotechnology applications, and careers in nano-science. The activities can be done in groups of 2-4 and requires viewing of videos.
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Selective Microbial Control in Drinking Water Systems Using Bacteriophages Conjugated with Superparamagnetic Nanoparticles
Online Presentations | 12 Jan 2021 | Contributor(s):: Laurel Bingman, NEWT Center
This whiteboard video is designed to engage K-12 students in high-level nanotechnology research. Bacteriophages have been studied for decades as a possible treatment for bacterial diseases. Now, scientists are trying to use them for the purpose of water treatment. Show students this...
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The Effect of Sulfidation on Solubility of Silver Nanoparticles On Water Treatment Membranes
Online Presentations | 12 Jan 2021 | Contributor(s):: Richard Daines, NEWT Center
This whiteboard video is designed to engage K-12 students in high-level nanotechnology research. Biofouling hinders water treatment membranes. Coating them with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) increases their antimicrobial biofouling resistance. Unfortunately, AgNPs are soluble,...
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MNT-EC Dissemination: Journal and Podcast
Online Presentations | 13 Nov 2020 | Contributor(s):: Peter Kazarinoff, The Micro Nano Technology - Education Center
This talk presents resources from the Pacific Northwest region for community college faculty interested in micro/nano technician education.
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Supporting Community Colleges Engagement with Military Bases to Build MNT Workforce
Online Presentations | 12 Nov 2020 | Contributor(s):: Kate Alcott, The Micro Nano Technology - Education Center
Many community colleges are familiar with recruiting veterans for admission into degree programs, but have you considered working with active duty military that are preparing to transition into the workforce?
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Nanotechnology, IoT, Data Analytics, 100G+: 2050 and Beyond
Online Presentations | 13 Oct 2020 | Contributor(s):: Ali Shakouri
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Nanocluster Irradiation Evolution Predictor
Tools | 20 May 2017 | Contributor(s):: Didier Ishimwe, Matthew John Swenson, Janelle P Wharry
Predict size evolution of solute nanoclusters in metallic alloys under irradiation.
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Stories from the NNI: A Platform to Share Nano Simulation Tools - A Conversation with Gerhard Klimeck
Online Presentations | 13 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: Gerhard Klimeck, Lisa Friedersdorf
In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office, speaks with Gerhard Klimeck, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University and Director of nanoHUB, about an online platform that shares modeling and...
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Diagnostics for All: Teaching Relevance of Science and Engineering to Solving Societal Problems
Teaching Materials | 21 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: J. Marc Abelard, NNCI Nano
This a cross-disciplinary lesson that connects chemistry with social and ethical issues. It is tied to a new and promising inexpensive form of diagnostics called paper diagnostics. The issue discussed focuses on HIV Aids.
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Exploring Nanotechnology through Consumer Products
Teaching Materials | 14 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: Robert Ehrmann, Nancy Healy, NNCI Nano
This lesson should begin with the Introduction to Nanotechnology PowerPoint or use any of the videos on YouTube that introduce nanoscale science. Students then extend their knowledge by exploring consumer products that have been developed with nanotechnology.
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Big vs. Little - Micro to Nano
Teaching Materials | 02 Jan 2020 | Contributor(s):: Ellie Devine, Lisa Perazone, NNCI Nano
This is a five part lesson dealing with size and scale. Elementary children will explore the concept of size by comparing and categorizing objects, then constructing various sized structures. The lesson is designed to begin their understanding of big and small which will be important as...
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NSAC-OSA-SPIE Birck Research Conference
Workshops | 13 Aug 2019 | Contributor(s):: Sam Peana (organizer)
This conference celebrates and highlights the work of several Professors who work primarily in the Birck Nanotechnology Center. The talks were designed in particular to highlight the sheer depth and breadth of research occuring within the walls of the Birck Nanotechnology Center.
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Structural Analysis for Molecular Dynamics Trajectories
Presentation Materials | 03 Mar 2019 | Contributor(s):: Nicholas J Finan, Saaketh Desai, Sam Reeve, Alejandro Strachan
This tool reads in LAMMPS trajectories and performs the following analysis: Radial Distribution Function (RDF), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Vibrational Density of States, and (More to Come!). By default the tool requires trajectory files to be input by the user however there are some...
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Water From Urine
Teaching Materials | 30 Jan 2019 | Contributor(s):: Christina Crawford, Krystal Dunn, NEWT Center
The average person on Earth uses about 80 gallons of water per day, however, in space astronauts only use about 3 gallons of water per day. Because water is a limited resource in space, NEWT scientists are working on a solution to recycle water from urine using nanotechnology. ...
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Environmental Impacts of Nanoparticles: The Good, the Bad and the Beautiful
Online Presentations | 16 Jul 2018 | Contributor(s):: James Kubicki, NACK Network
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PDMS: An Example of a Versatile Material for Micro- and Nanotechnology
Online Presentations | 16 Jul 2018 | Contributor(s):: Travis L. Benati, NACK Network
OutlineProperties of PDMSApplications of PDMSModification of PDMS
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Physical and Chemical Vapor Deposition
Online Presentations | 23 Apr 2018 | Contributor(s):: Sebastien Maeder, NACK Network
OutlinePlasma Deposition IntroductionDeposition CoverageThe Six Basic Steps of Chemical Vapor DepositionFilm GrowthIssues Concerning PECVD DepositionTypes of PECVD Deposition
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Plasmas and Materials
Online Presentations | 27 Mar 2018 | Contributor(s):: Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
OutlinePart 1: This lectureIntroductionModels to understand the plasma processPart 2: Can be viewed hereChemistryAnalyzing recipe parameters, and the resultant etch profilesEndpoint
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Plasma Removal Process
Online Presentations | 27 Mar 2018 | Contributor(s):: Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
OutlinePart 1: Can be viewed hereIntroductionModels to understand the plasma processPart 2: This lectureChemistryAnalyzing recipe parameters, and the resultant etch profilesEndpoint