Where Electricity and Light Meet: The Power of Infrared Spectroelectrochemical Techniques in Observing Surface Chemistry
Online Presentations | 22 May 2023 | Contributor(s): Yujia (Jerry) Zhai, NACK Network
The aim of the talk is to introduce a state-of-the-art spectroscopic technique based on infrared spectroscopy that can be used to characterize the chemical species adsorbed on the electrode surfaces and provide ample information about the changes in the structures of adsorbed species under...
Nanobiotechnology Workforce Training on a Shoe-String Budget
Online Presentations | 13 Apr 2023 | Contributor(s): M V (Leena) Pattarkine, NACK Network
Dr Pattarkine will share some strategies that enable low-cost, hands-on nanobiotechnology activities and projects that have been developed as a part of the workforce leadership activities undertaken through Capital Area Biotechnology Partnership (CABP) by the biotechnology program at Harrisburg...
Introduction to X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
Online Presentations | 02 Dec 2022 | Contributor(s): Peter Kazarinoff, NACK Network
Standalone Stretchable Device Platform for Human Health Monitoring
Online Presentations | 08 Dec 2022 | Contributor(s): Huanyu (Larry) Cheng, NACK Network
his talk presents the challenges, design strategies, and novel fabrication processes behind a potential standalone stretchable device platform that (a) integrates with 3D curvilinear dynamically changing surfaces, and (b) dissolves completely after its effective operation.
DNA Automation with Nano-Structured Ceramics
Online Presentations | 03 Jan 2023 | Contributor(s): NACK Network
We will discuss how the use of nano-structured ceramic films enables the synthesis of hundreds of DNA genes in gram quantities overnight. Furthermore, we will describe how these nano-structured ceramics can be manufactured without the use of expensive, currently highly backlogged, nanofabs...
Like Driving a Car: Acquiring Quality SEM/FESEM Images in Different Situations
Online Presentations | 18 Nov 2022 | Contributor(s): Bangzhi Liu, NACK Network
Getting good SEM/FESEM images is dependent on both the sample conditions (conductivity, bulk vs. thin film, etc) and the instrument’s imaging parameters (e.g., beam voltage, beam current, working distance, detector, etc). This webinar will simplify and explain the complex nature...
Optical Lithography
Online Presentations | 04 Jan 2023 | Contributor(s): Atilla Ozgur Cakmak, Rich Hill, NACK Network
Confocal Microscopy for Technicians
Online Presentations | 12 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Peter Kazarinoff, Grant Shao, NACK Network
Ion Implantation, Thermal Oxidation and Atomic Layer Deposition
Online Presentations | 07 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Atilla Ozgur Cakmak, Rich Hill, NACK Network
NanoMedicine
Online Presentations | 07 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Jared Ashcroft, NACK Network
Transmission Electron Microscopy
Online Presentations | 07 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Glen Johnson, NACK Network
FTIR and and UV-Vis Spectroscopy Techniques
Online Presentations | 28 Sep 2022 | Contributor(s): Neda Habibi, NACK Network
Microfluidics: Hands-On Computational Examples
Online Presentations | 12 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Atilla Ozgur Cakmak, NACK Network
Simulation of a microfluidic channel to separate red blood cells will also be covered as an immediate application.
X-ray Diffraction (XRD) Part 2
Online Presentations | 18 Nov 2022 | Contributor(s): Atilla Ozgur Cakmak, NACK Network
Introduction of Transmission Electron Microscope
Online Presentations | 11 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Nan Yao, NACK Network
For Nanotechnology, Nanobiotechnology, and Nanomaterials characterization and quality control Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) is still used for its ability to produce images of relevant features from angstroms to microns. In this course we will discuss the state of the art in TEM...
Confocal Microscopy
Online Presentations | 12 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Fatma Pri-Cakmak, NACK Network
Introduction to Microfluidics
Online Presentations | 11 Oct 2022 | Contributor(s): Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
Prof. Terence Kuzma will discuss how modern manufacturing processes are used to create lab on a chip devices. He will discuss the unique physics of fluids on the microscale, and the solutions to meet these challenges.
Nano-Characterization and Nano-Fabrication using EB/IB Tools
Online Presentations | 29 Sep 2022 | Contributor(s): Tomoko Borsa, NACK Network
Fabricating a MEMS Pressure Sensor – You Can Do This!
Online Presentations | 03 Aug 2022 | Contributor(s): Matthias Pleil, NACK Network
Plasma Technology, An Enabling Tool for Modern Manufacturing
Online Presentations | 15 Apr 2022 | Contributor(s): Terry Kuzma, Rich Hill, NACK Network
This presentation discusses one of the prevalent manufacturing processes in semiconductor manufacturing, defined as selective removal of material or simply etching.
Deposition 2: Sputtering and Nucleation of the Deposited Material
Online Presentations | 26 Feb 2022 | Contributor(s): Atilla Ozgur Cakmak, NACK Network, Rich Hill
Sputtering is a fundamental Physical Vapor Deposition method that utilizes plasma. This session will focus on igniting a plasma for the benefit of a thin film deposition. Both DC and RF plasma based sputtering methods will be discussed. The physics of plasma will be elucidated by emphasizing the...
Fabrication and Characterization of Nanostructures Using AFM
Online Presentations | 26 Feb 2022 | Contributor(s): Wesley C. Sanders, Glen Johnson, NACK Network
The atomic force microscope (AFM) is a versatile characterization tool that allows users to acquire high-resolution images of nanoscale surface features. In addition to probing nanoscale surface topography, AFMs can be used to print nanoscale structures using additive and subtractive lithographic...
Chemical Vapor Deposition 2 Modes, 1D, 2D
Online Presentations | 07 Jan 2022 | Contributor(s): Terry Kuzma, NACK Network
The foundations of Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) will be reviewed, with a focus on Low Pressure CVD (LPCVD), typical deposition system design, and the two modes of deposition.
Charged-Particle Interaction Analysis
Online Presentations | 07 Jan 2022 | Contributor(s): Atilla Ozgur Cakmak, NACK Network
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) has traditionally been the most frequently used micro-/nano- characterization technique to overcome the optical losses coming from lenses. In this talk we are going to begin by discussing the fundamental blocks of an SEM starting from the electron beam emission....
Thermal Evaporation
Online Presentations | 07 Jan 2022 | Contributor(s): Peter Kazarinoff, Rich Hill, NACK Network
In this presentation, you’ll learn about how thermal evaporation works and what type of materials and products involve thermal evaporation.