Stories From The Nni

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Synopsis

This podcast series features voices from the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI). Researchers and innovators discuss their work at the nanoscale, the challenges theyve faced, and how theyve connected with the NNI. If you want to learn more about nanotechnology, visit www.nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov and check back here for more stories.To celebrate the NNI, special anniversary episodes of the Stories from the NNI podcast series will share the perspectives of experts from academia, government, and industry on key research and development advances in nanotechnology and how the NNI has changed the nanotechnology landscape. These experts will share their thoughts on emerging applications and research questions at the expanding boundaries of nanotechnology. The series will also highlight what has been learned about the potential environmental, health, and safety implications of nanomaterials, as well as the safe handling procedures that have been developed.If youd like to share your story, please contact us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Produced by Dr. Mallory HinksMusic: "Corporate Uplifting" by Scott Holmeshttp://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sco...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties. Any mention of commercial products, processes, or services cannot be construed as an endorsement or recommendation.

Episodes

  • Developing Approaches to Treat Trauma of the Central Nervous System: A Conversation with Erin Lavik

    14/03/2022 Duration: 10min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Erin Lavik, Professor of Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, discusses her work on developing approaches to treat trauma and diseases of the central nervous system. She also talks passionately about her students, their work and helping them grow and flourish.   If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube Channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/po0VD9R4eiQ CREDITS Special thanks to:  Erin LavikUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore County  Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Offi

  • Addressing Big Societal Challenges with Nanotechnology: A Conversation with Tod Pascal

    28/02/2022 Duration: 18min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Tod Pascal, Assistant Professor of NanoEngineering and Chemical Engineering at the University of California, San Diego, discusses the role of nanotechnology in addressing big societal challenges. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/LVqJFO6UYsw CREDITS Special thanks to:  Tod PascalUniversity of California, San Diego  Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommenda

  • The Importance of Interdisciplinarity in Nanomedicine: A “Stories from the NNI” Podcast Snippet with Paula Hammond

    21/02/2022 Duration: 03min

    In this Snippet from the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Paula Hammond, the David H. Koch Professor in Engineering and Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering at MIT, discusses the importance of interdisciplinarity in her research. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/2j535O_j5xs CREDITS Special thanks to:  Paula HammondMIT  Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties

  • Developing Sensors to Detect Environmental Pollutants: A Conversation with Sherine Obare

    14/02/2022 Duration: 18min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Sherine Obare, the Dean of the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering at the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, discusses her work developing sensors to detect environmental pollutants.   If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/QYwBrL0631M CREDITS Special thanks to:  Sherine ObareNorth Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and University of North Carolina at Greensboro  Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coor

  • Fostering Interest in Nanotechnology at the Community College Level: A Conversation with Peter Kazarinoff

    31/01/2022 Duration: 23min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Peter Kazarinoff, Professor in Engineering at Portland Community College, discusses how he makes his students excited about nanotechnology and its applications in many sectors of the economy.   If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/gi9DtXFYv2E CREDITS Special thanks to:  Peter KazarinoffPortland Community College Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation b

  • Nanotechnology’s Role in Solving Global Societal Challenges: A Podcast Snippet with Himanshu Jain

    17/01/2022 Duration: 11min

    In this snippet from the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO, speaks with Prof. Himanshu Jain, the T.L. Diamond Distinguished Chair in Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University, about nanotechnology’s role in solving global societal challenges. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/qd-rp0nvjec CREDITS Special thanks to:  Himanshu JainLehigh University Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constit

  • Developing Nanotechnology-Enabled Devices for Renewable Energy Applications: A Conversation with Jeff Blackburn

    10/01/2022 Duration: 18min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Dr. Jeff Blackburn, a senior scientist and group manager at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, CO, discusses how he and his team are developing new devices that incorporate nanomaterials and could be used for renewable energy applications. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. CREDITS Special thanks to:  Jeff BlackburnU.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement

  • The Importance of Standards in the Commercialization of Graphene: A Podcast Snippet with Jeff Draa

    27/12/2021 Duration: 03min

    In this Snippet from the "Stories from the NNI" podcast, Jeff Draa, CEO of Grolltex, talks about the importance of standards in the commercialization of graphene. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/7ClDq8dUoAA CREDITS Special thanks to:  Jeff DraaGrolltex Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties. Any mention of commercial products, processes, or services cannot be const

  • Investigating the Properties of Oxide Nanostructures and Interfaces: A Conversation with Xia Hong

    13/12/2021 Duration: 11min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Xia Hong, Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discusses her work investigating the properties of complex oxide nanostructures and interfaces. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/T8TRjBxKnSw CREDITS Special thanks to:  Xia HongUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of

  • Assessing the Safety of Cellulosic Nanomaterials: A Conversation with Jo Anne Shatkin

    29/11/2021 Duration: 13min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Dr. Jo Anne Shatkin, President and Founder of Vireo Advisors, discusses how her company is leading efforts to assess the safety of cellulosic nanomaterials. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/ioD-9Kq5YpU CREDITS Special thanks to:  Jo Anne ShatkinVireo Advisors Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties. Any mention o

  • Using Nanotechnology to Prevent Infections on Medical Devices: A Conversation with Scott VanEpps

    15/11/2021 Duration: 14min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Scott VanEpps, an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Emergency Medicine and Biomedical Engineering and the Macromolecular Science and Engineering Program at the University of Michigan, describes nanotechnology-related strategies that he and his team have developed to prevent bacterial infections on medical devices. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/0pq-kO_WgGs CREDITS Special thanks to:  Scott VanEppsUniversity of Michigan Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States

  • Measuring biochemicals in the body at the nanoscale: A Conversation with Heather Clark

    01/11/2021 Duration: 08min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Heather Clark, Professor of Bioengineering and Chemistry at Northeastern University, discusses her work on developing biosensors to measure, at the nanoscale, how biochemicals are regulated in the body. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/mcqWDtcJvUw CREDITS Special thanks to:  Heather ClarkNortheastern University Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendatio

  • Pushing the Resolution Limits of Electron Microscopes to Explore Atomic Structures: A Conversation with David Muller

    18/10/2021 Duration: 21min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, David Muller, the Samuel B. Eckert Professor of Engineering in  Applied and Engineering Physics at Cornell University and the co-director of the Kavli Institute at Cornell for Nanoscale Science, highlights the progress made over the years to continuously improve the resolution of electron microscopes in order to explore atomic structures in more detail.   If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/bUrhtmQIMlA CREDITS Special thanks to:  David MullerCornell University Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordina

  • Locating Nanoparticles Inside Cells with Specialized Equipment: A Podcast Snippet with Scott VanEpps

    11/10/2021 Duration: 03min

    In this snippet from the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO, speaks with Scott VanEpps, Assistant Professor in the Departments of Emergency Medicine and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan, about the specialized equipment that he uses to locate nanoparticles inside cells. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/-dXmLv2Y_7Q CREDITS Special thanks to:  Scott VanEppsUniversity of Michigan Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names

  • Studying the behavior of cement at the nanoscale: A Conversation with Ange Akono

    20/09/2021 Duration: 15min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Ange Akono, an Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northwestern University, discusses her work on improving the properties of cement by studying its behavior at the nanoscale.   If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/A95_lLAg89I CREDITS Special thanks to:  Ange AkonoNorthwestern University Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation

  • Nanotechnology’s Impact on Research, Education, and Public Outreach: A Conversation with Vinayak Dravid

    23/08/2021 Duration: 20min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Vinayak Dravid, the Abraham Harris Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University, describes nanotechnology’s significant impact on scientific research, educational programs, and public outreach activities. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/D_2yzQZ97w4 CREDITS Special thanks to:  Vinayak DravidNorthwestern University Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constit

  • Advancing Nanotechnology with User Facilities: A Conversation with Adam Rondinone

    02/08/2021 Duration: 21min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Dr. Adam Rondinone, Co-Director for the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies, a user facility funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), discusses the critical role DOE-funded user facilities have in nanotechnology research and development. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to:https://youtu.be/_KO7MMbpX2Y CREDITS Special thanks to:  Adam RondinoneCenter for Integrated Nanotechnologies Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercia

  • Teaching Nanotechnology in High School: A Conversation with John Weisenfeld

    19/07/2021 Duration: 15min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, John Weisenfeld, a high school science teacher in Pasco, WA, discusses how he teaches nanotechnology and motivates his students to pursue STEM careers. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to:https://youtu.be/AKoK2Disc58 CREDITS Special thanks to:  John WeisenfeldPasco High School, Pasco, WA Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties. Any m

  • Nanotechnology’s Role in Solving Global Societal Challenges: A Podcast Snippet with Himanshu Jain

    05/07/2021 Duration: 02min

    In this snippet from the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO, speaks with Prof. Himanshu Jain, the T.L. Diamond Distinguished Chair in Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University, about nanotechnology’s role in solving global societal challenges. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/qd-rp0nvjec CREDITS Special thanks to:  Himanshu JainLehigh University Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constit

  • Quantum Sensors and Nanotechnology: A Conversation with Clarice Aiello

    28/06/2021 Duration: 11min

    In this episode of the “Stories from the NNI” podcast, Clarice Aiello, Assistant Professor and quantum engineer at UCLA, discusses her work on quantum sensors and how it is benefiting from advances in nanotechnology. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/OYRK4zgSYQw  CREDITS Special thanks to:  Clarice AielloUCLA Produced by:Andrew Pomeroy Music:  Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes  https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sc...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by any of the aforementioned parties. Any mention of com

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