Sarah Ross

The Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRINA) is now a proud member of the VINSE Industry Affiliates Program. Since its founding in 2008, TRINA has been at the forefront of exploring next-generation core technologies through fundamental research, driving breakthroughs for a sustainable mobility society. TRINA is dedicated to advancing… Read More

We are proud to announce that Vanderbilt University has been awarded $965,000 by the National Science Foundation (NSF) for the acquisition of a 50 kV, high-throughput electron beam lithography (e-beam) tool. This grant, part of the NSF’s Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) program, represents a significant step forward for research,… Read More

Jojo Pearson, a swimmer and Ph.D. student in Interdisciplinary Materials Science at Vanderbilt, is conducting cutting-edge research in tissue engineering that could significantly impact the fight against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Her work, led with advisor Leon Bellan, focuses on neurovascular coupling, exploring how stem cell models could improve… Read More

Download a copy of your VINSE 2025 Calendar. Members of the VINSE community can request a complimentary printed copy of the calendar by clicking here (deadline 12.11.24). Here’s a quick trip down memory lane for VINSE in 2024. Established Vanderbilt’s first Industry Affiliates Program with 11… Read More

VINSE is taking applications for undergraduate tech crew. Tech Crew is an integral part of maintaining a clean, functional lab space for high-quality research, education, and outreach in the VINSE cleanroom lab. Employment in the Tech Crew provides hands-on experience with state-of-the-art fabrication and characterization equipment and opportunities for technical… Read More

VINSE is excited to announce that Dr. Mark Hersam from Northwestern University will give the keynote lecture at the 25th annual Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Forum on November 14, 2025. Mark C. Hersam is the Walter P. Murphy Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Director of the Materials Research Center, and… Read More

SensoriumTL is the newest member in the VINSE Industry Affiliates Program. Sensorium is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge nanophotonic infrared technologies, building on over a decade of academic research in mid-infrared nanophotonics. By harnessing machine-learning technology, the company designs and creates advanced metamaterials with customized optical responses across… Read More

VINSE has broadened its newly established Industry Affiliates Program to welcome government and non-profit entities. The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is the first organization to join under this expanded category. RSC, a prominent UK-based professional association, aims to advance excellence in the chemical sciences and its applications. With a… Read More

CFD Research Corporation (CFDRC) is the latest member of the VINSE Industry Affiliates Program, expanding our collaboration with industry leaders in various fields. Known for its expertise in engineering simulations and cutting-edge designs, CFDRC serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, biomedical, defense, materials, and energy. With access to… Read More

Angstrom Engineering Inc. is now a proud member of the VINSE Industry Affiliates Program.  Specializing in industry-leading thin film deposition systems for PVD and CVD processes, Angstrom Engineering tailors systems to specific process requirements and assembles them on-site with a dedicated team prioritizing quality, service, and performance. For more about… Read More