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Ep 4. Nano Superheros: At the Interface of Art and Science
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Ep 4. Nano Superheros: At the Interface of Art and Science

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Miriam Krause

In this episode, we interview the three high school student finalists from NSF’s Generation Nano contest about their amazing nanotechnology-based superheroes. Continue reading →

Ep 1. Why Do We Care About Sustainable Nanotechnology?
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Ep 1. Why Do We Care About Sustainable Nanotechnology?

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Miriam Krause • 1 Comment

On this first episode of our brand new podcast, we talk with the Director of the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology, along with students, faculty, and a few complete strangers about some questions related to our Center’s research: What is nanotechnology? What is sustainability? And what does it mean when we put the two terms together? Continue reading →

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CSN t-shirts are here!

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Miriam Krause

Want to show off your science style and support Sustainable Nano students in the process? Now’s your chance with our brand new Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology t-shirts! Continue reading →

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Dr. Carlson Goes to Washington

Posted on May 17, 2016 by carlsone00

My recent visit to Washington, D.C. to receive the PECASE award was amazing, overwhelming, unbelievable, such an honor… Continue reading →

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December: Time to Think About Summer Research!

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Miriam Krause • 1 Comment

For many undergraduate students, winter break is the time to start thinking ahead about research opportunities for the coming summer. Hands-on research experience is a great way to supplement their coursework, and summer is often the only time that students have more than a few hours a week available to spend time in the lab. Continue reading →

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Buckle Your Seat Belts: The Phase II Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology is Ready for Launch!

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Bob Hamers

Over the last 10 years the world has seen revolutionary changes in how we see, how we communicate, and how we move. That new hybrid vehicle you’re driving? Its batteries are made possible by the ability to control the nanostructure of new kinds of materials. That new laptop or e-reader display? The light you see … Continue reading →

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