Stories From The Nni

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Tina Brower-Thomas (Executive Director of the Center for Integrated Quantum Materials at Howard University) about the importance of user facilities and cutting-edge tools in nanotechnology and quantum research, the work that CIQM is doing to increase diversity in STEM, and the importance of raising awareness of STEM opportunities among young people so they can make informed career decisions. 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/8G1T7UGNo58 CREDITS Special thanks to: Tina Brower-Thomas Executive Director Center for Integrated Quantum Materials Howard University Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.org/licenses

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Bob Ehrmann (Managing Director at Penn State University’s Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization) about the work that is being done in nanotechnology workforce development and nanotechnology education. 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/PV0B4HwVI3M 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 AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this podcast are those of the gu

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Professor Bill Wilson (Executive Director of the Center for Nanoscale Systems at Harvard University) about the importance of working across disciplines, the critical role of facilities and equipment enabled by the NNI to pursue research in nanotechnology, and the benefits that CNS provides to the research community and industry. If you would like to learn more about nanotechnology, go to nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is available on our YouTube channel. For this episode go to: https://youtu.be/HG6l31btq_w CREDITS Special thanks to: Professor Bill Wilson Executive Director of the Center for Nanoscale Systems Harvard 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

In this Tech Pathways episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Christina Lomasney (CEO and President of Modumetal Inc.) about the electrochemical process her company has developed to produce corrosion-resistant nanolaminated alloys, the company’s comprehensive approach to protecting its intellectual property portfolio, and the significant role user facilities and government funding have played in enabling experts at her company to characterize materials with high-end equipment. 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/7PDD3pwl8ng CREDITS Special thanks to: Christina Lomasney CEO Modumetal Inc. 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:

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Jeff Neaton (Director of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s Molecular Foundry) about the convergence of theory and experiment in nanoscience, the computational tools that are available at the Molecular Foundry, and where he sees nanotechnology making an impact on world 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/MizozXibruk CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Jeff Neaton Director of the Molecular Foundry Lawrence Berkeley 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/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dan Herr (Professor & Nanoscience Department Chair at the Joint School for Nanoscience and Nanoengineering) about his personal nanotechnology journey, his experience in the semiconductor industry, and his recent work on biomimetic materials and bioinspired systems and processes. 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/qT3k51Hae2M CREDITS Special thanks to: Professor Dan Herr Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering 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

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Jason White (Vice Director of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station) about his work at the intersection of nanotechnology and agriculture, including the potential for nanoscience to improve the efficiency of crop production. 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/_N8OC623iks CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Jason White Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station 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 necessa

In this Tech Pathways episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Vince Caprio (Founder and Executive Director of the NanoBusiness Commercialization Association [NanoBCA]) about his memories of the early establishment of the NNI, his thoughts on major advances in nanotechnology for the past 15 years, and NanoBCA’s role in advocating for the NNI and enabling a better understanding and appreciation of nanotechnology by legislators and the Federal and State governments. 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/9aEbvFQEHfc CREDITS Special thanks to: Vincent Caprio NanoBusiness Commercialization Association 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

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Professor Kurt Kolasinski (Professor of Chemistry at West Chester University) about using self-limiting chemistry to form porous silicon nanoparticles and nanostructured silicon materials, key research advances enabled by nanotechnology -- such as the development of better catalysts, novel 2D materials, and faster computer memory devices -- and future challenges that nanotechnology will help to solve in the future. 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 Kurt Kolasinski West Chester 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 ex

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Celia Merzbacher (Associate Director of the Quantum Economic Development Consortium) about the connection between nanotechnology and quantum information science and technology, the role of nanotechnology in enabling multidisciplinary research, and the impact of nanotechnology on the private sector. 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/leclFPIdKj8 CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Celia Merzbacher Quantum Economic Development Consortium 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

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Sean Hearne (Director of the Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences at Oak Ridge National Laboratory) about the unique role of nanotechnology user facilities in enabling key research advances in electronic miniaturization, energy storage, the conversion of carbon dioxide into fuel, and biomimicry. Dr. Hearne also highlights the critical role played by these facilities in allowing scientists from different disciplines to work together to address major societal challenges. 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. Sean Hearne Oak Ridge 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/legalcode Produced by: Dr. Mallory Hinks AAAS S&T Policy Fellow at NNCO

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Michelle Bradbury (Professor of Radiology at Memorial Sloan Kettering and Weill Cornell Medical College at Cornell University) about the progress being made in developing nanoparticle-based imaging agents and their potential in enhancing the diagnosis of diseases and the treatment of patients. Dr. Bradbury also discusses the importance of collaborating with teams of scientists and engineers from different disciplines to make advances move faster and to facilitate the commercialization of products. 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/_0jWu7KtmcY CREDITS Special thanks to: Michelle Bradbury MSK Cornell University Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_

In this episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Dr. Mark Reed (Professor of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Yale University) about the significant impact that nanotechnology has been having in many areas, including electronics, energy, and the environment. Dr. Reed also discusses the importance of the national user facilities that have been enabled by the NNI to make high-end instrumentation available to scientists across the world and describes the critical role nanotechnology is currently playing in the field of quantum information science. Learn more about nanotechnology at www.nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. CREDITS Special thanks to: Mark Shaw CEO UltraTech International 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

In this Tech Pathways episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of the NNCO) speaks with Mark Shaw (CEO of UltraTech International, Inc.) about the materials his company is developing that use nanotechnology, including a superhydrophobic coating that repels liquids. Mark also shares his experience taking an invention to the marketplace, discusses his company’s efforts in nanotechnology education, and describes how the NNI has been fostering the transfer of new nanotechnologies into commercial products. Check out Mark’s viral TED Talk here: https://youtu.be/z5L_vPkorBU Learn more about nanotechnology at www.nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning is available on our YouTube channel. For this episode go to: https://youtu.be/EIc3ZRGgS_M CREDITS Special thanks to: Mark Shaw CEO UltraTech International Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Uplifting_1985 https://creativecommons.o

In this special 15-year anniversary episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO, speaks with Dr. Mike Meador, Program Element Manager for Lightweight Materials and Manufacturing for NASA’s Game Changing Technologies Program about the exciting nanotechnology research currently happening at NASA and nanotechnology developments that have taken place at NASA over the past 15 years. In particular, Dr. Meador discusses how research activities around two materials – carbon nanotube-reinforced composites and aerogels – have been critical to the successful development of several NASA missions and various commercial products. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. Find this episode here: https://youtu.be/e7j4z1l8fhg Learn more about nanotechnology at www.nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Mike Meador NASA Music: Corporate Uplifting by Scott Holmes http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate

In this special 15-year anniversary episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO, talks with Jennifer Miller, an undergraduate Nanoengineering and Materials Science student at UCSD, about getting started in nanotechnology, capitalizing on opportunities, and building transferable skills for your career while in college. Closed captioning provided on our YouTube channel. Find this episode at: https://youtu.be/otT9pfoGvnE CREDITS Special thanks to: Jennifer Miller UCSD 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 reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of tr

In this special 15-year anniversary episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO, talks with Professor Mark Tuominen of University of Massachusetts, Amherst, about the path nanotechnology R&D has taken, the many commercial applications of nanotechnology, and the challenges that nanotechnology will likely address in the future. Learn more about nanotechnology at www.nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. Closed captioning provided on our YouTube channel. Find this episode here: https://youtu.be/0jpGQMzoPU0 CREDITS Special thanks to: Professor Mark Tuominen University of Massachusetts, Amherst 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

In this Technology Pathways episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of the NNCO talks with Miguel Galvez, CEO of NBD Nano, about his company, their story, and his advice to future entrepreneurs. Closed captioning is provided on our YouTube channel. Find this episode here: Learn more about nanotechnology at www.nano.gov or email us at info@nnco.nano.gov. CREDITS Special thanks to: Miguel Galvez CEO NBD Nano 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 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

In this special anniversary episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf (Director of NNCO) talks with Dr. Chuck Geraci (Associate Director for Emerging Technologies at NIOSH) about how NIOSH works with industry to ensure workplace safety, the progress that’s been made in nano EHS over the last 15 years, and areas where nanotechnology can help solve problems in the future. Closed captioning provided on our YouTube channel. Find this episode at: https://youtu.be/RPmPcqVvrq4 CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Chuck Geraci Associate Director for Emerging Technologies NIOSH 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 reflect the views of the National Nanotechnol

In this special anniversary episode of Stories from the NNI, Dr. Lisa Friedersdorf, Director of NNCO, talks to Dr. Marcie Black, CEO and Co-founder of Advanced Silicon Group. Marcie and Lisa discuss the promise of nanotechnology to solve the world’s problems, Marcie’s experience developing her technology, and her thoughts on the NNI. Closed captioning provided on our YouTube channel. For this episode, go to: CREDITS Special thanks to: Dr. Marcie Black CEO and Co-founder Advanced Silicon Group 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 reflect the views of the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office or United States Government. Additionally, mention of trade n