Stories From The Nni

We’re wrapping up our 15-year anniversary series of Stories from the NNI with an episode featuring Chad Mirkin, Professor and Director of the International Institute for Nanotechnology at Northwestern University. In this episode, Professor Mirkin discusses how nanotechnology enables technologies in the biomedical sector, explains the importance of working across disciplines, and gives his advice to future generations of nanoscientists. 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/OOQnCYd3CL0 CREDITS Special thanks to:  Chad MirkinNorthwestern University Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sco...https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Fabio Pulizzi, Editor of Nature Nanotechnology shares his thoughts on the overall nanotechnology landscape, trends in nanotechnology, and the impact that the NNI has had. 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/uhJy7XcYZV4 CREDITS Special thanks to:  Fabio PulizziEditorNature Nanotechnology Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO 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 nam

Today, on National Entrepreneur’s Day, we are pleased to launch a new community of interest to support entrepreneurs interested in commercializing nanotechnologies. The Nanotechnology Entrepreneurship Network (NEN) brings new and seasoned entrepreneurs together with the people and resources available to support them. This emerging network will create a forum for sharing best practices for advancing nanotechnology commercialization and the lessons learned along the technology development pathway. Activities are likely to include a monthly podcast series, webinars, workshops, and town hall discussions.  To kick things off, the inaugural podcast in this series features a conversation between NNCO Director Lisa Friedersdorf and Joe Sprengard, CEO and Founder of Veelo Technologies. Joe talks about his journey as an entrepreneur and shares the advice he received when he was getting started.  Check back here for more information, and contact nen@nnco.nano.gov if you would like to join the conversation! If you would

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Paul Weiss, Distinguished Professor at UCLA and Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ACS Nano, discusses his research, the unique interdisciplinarity of nanotechnology, and his thoughts on the future of 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/ZmaHcSBEUG4 CREDITS Special thanks to:  Paul WeissUC Presidental ChairDistinguished ProfessorUCLA Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO 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 U

In this Snippet from the Stories from the NNI podcast, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with speaks with Paul Weiss (UC Presidential Chair and Distinguished Professor at UCLA) about his advice to students interested in pursuing a career 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/sTtXKK4BhK8 CREDITS Special thanks to:  Paul WeissUCLA Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO 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 Governmen

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Lynn Bergeson, a Chemical Law Attorney and Managing Partner of Bergeson & Campbell P.C. shares her perspective on the intersection of nanotechnology and the law. To listen to Lisa's episode of All Things Chemical, go to: https://www.natlawreview.com/article/all-things-nano-lisa-e-friedersdorf-phd-podcast To listen to NIOSH's Chuck Geraci's Story from the NNI go to: https://youtu.be/RPmPcqVvrq4 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/wfcI2Xxj5mA CREDITS Special thanks to:  Lynn BergesonManaging PartnerBergeson &Campbell, P.C. Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions,

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Sangeeta Bhatia, Director of the Marble Center for Cancer Nanotechnology, discusses how nanotechnology is helping to address some of medicine’s grand challenges and how the current nanotechnology toolset is being used to develop the next-generation of cancer therapeutics.   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/ByZZ4p4MDVc CREDITS Special thanks to:  Professor Sangeeta BhatiaMIT Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO 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 Nanote

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Leonardo Spanu, Senior Researcher in R&D Chemistry at Shell Technology Center, discusses how nanotechnology can help address energy issues, his work on the conversion of methane into valuable chemicals and materials, and challenges along the technology development pathway. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/O9bxVHQbjBk 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:  Dr. Leonardo SpanuShell Technology Center Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of the

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office interviews Qilin Li, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and co-Director of the Nanosystems Engineering Research Center for Nanotechnology-Enabled Water Treatment, or NEWT, at Rice University. Qilin highlights the impact NEWT has had at Rice, how nanotechnology can help improve access to clean water around the world, and the importance of addressing the issue of an aging water infrastructure. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode go to: https://youtu.be/DaFYugYVnb4 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:  Professor Qilin LiRice University Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. M

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Professor Dan Ratner (Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Washington) about his passion for education and how the Northwest Nanotechnology Infrastructure celebrates National Nanotechnology Day.  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/ky2GOclL8Gs CREDITS Special thanks to:  Professor Dan RatnerUniversity of Washington Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:  Dr. Mallory Hinks  AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO 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 N

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Matt Hull, Associate Director for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at NanoEarth and Founder of Nanosafe Inc., describes his experience as a nanoentrepreneur, his work to help students interested in entrepreneurship, and his advice to those thinking of starting a company. He also discussed the importance of the availability of tools to small companies. 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:  CREDITS Special thanks to:Dr. Matthew HullNanoEarthNanoSafe Inc. Music:Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmeshttp://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by:Dr. Mallory HinksAAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not n

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Paula Hammond, the David H. Koch Professor in Engineering and Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering at MIT, describes her research activities designing nanoparticles for drug delivery and nanomaterials for energy-related applications. She also discusses the importance of collaborating with scientists from other disciplines and explains why communicating science to the public is critical to make people not only aware but excited about advances in nanotechnology. Paula's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1N39Z0ODeME&t=99sLearn more about nanotechnology in agriculture by listening to Jason White's Stories from the NNI episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oi81bdQZNcs 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:  Professor Paula HammondMIT Music:  Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corpo

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Stan Williams (Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University) about his extensive career in nanotechnology, what his plans are for the future, and the importance of interdisciplinarity and science communication. Closed captioning is available on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/strChuOi7Bs 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: Professor Stan Wiliams Texas A&M University Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the guest and do not necessarily

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Matt Laudon (CEO of TechConnect Ventures) about the importance of helping innovators advance technologies, the role of the Student Leaders Conference in connecting undergraduate students to new opportunities, and how he works to bring together different aspects of the innovation ecosystem. Closed captioning is available on our YouTube channel. For this episode please go to: https://youtu.be/Sv00qDsREhg 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: Dr. Matt Laudon CEO TechConnect Ventures Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcas

In this Snippet from the Stories from the NNI podcast, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with speaks with Bob Ehrmann (Managing Director at Penn State University’s Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization) about the educational resources that are freely available to teachers, such as the Remotely Accessible Instruments for Nanotechnology (RAIN). Check out Bob Ehrmann's previous episode of Stories from the NNI here! Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/SzxiHUni2Iw 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: Bob Ehrmann Managing Director Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization Penn State University Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Brent Segal (Corporate Technology Scout and Deputy Enterprise Autonomy at Lockheed Martin) about his experience working for small nanotechnology companies, areas where he sees nanotechnology playing a role in the future, and the opportunity for intersection of disciplines enabled by nanotechnology. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/JQUIlE7cE3g CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Brent Segal Lockheed Martin Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Supratik Guha (Director of the Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory) about the role of sophisticated equipment available at CNM in pushing the boundaries of science at smaller scales of space and time; CNM's engagement with industry users and its role in fostering technology commercialization; and the importance of multidisciplinary collaborations in nanotechnology research. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/V6mvPlx247c CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Supratik Guha Center for Nanoscale Materials Argonne National Laboratory Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Saniya LeBlanc (Professor at George Washington University) about the importance of educating undergraduate students about nanotechnology, her work with high school students and teachers to familiarize them with nanotechnology, and her efforts to find ways to explain nanotechnology to the general public. 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/QWE7MMH76hA CREDITS Special thanks to: Professor Saniya LeBlanc George Washington University Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expr

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Chuck Black (Director of the Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN) at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory) about the unique tools and capabilities that are available at user facilities such as CFN, the importance of working across boundaries to impact many areas of science, and some of the accomplishments enabled by nanoscience and nanotechnology over the past 15 years. 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/ONiAmGk4XUQ CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Charles Black Center for Functional Nanomaterials Brookhaven National Laboratory Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalco

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Julia Greer (Professor at CalTech) about the exceptional properties of nano-architected materials, their potential applications for stimulus-responsive shirts, 3D logic circuits, and ultrasensitive capacitors, and the importance of bringing together scientists and engineers from different disciplines to better understand and characterize nano-architected materials. 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: Professor Julia Greer California Institute of Technology Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the gue