Events
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Introducing the VINSE Passport for VINSE Friends and Family Day
This year, we’re introducing the VINSE Passport for the VINSE Friends and Family Day, this interactive booklet that guides visitors through exciting, educational activities focused on the tiny world of nanoscience. Explore groundbreaking materials like quantum dots, carbon nanotubes, and microfluidic devices with fun, hands-on experiments. Create a DNA necklace,… Read MoreMar. 18, 2025
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VINSE Microelectronics Short Course date set – June 26-27
VINSE is offering a hands-on Microelectronics Short Course this summer, providing attendees the opportunity to gain fundamental knowledge in microelectronics. This immersive course is open to everyone—no prior experience is required. Space is limited, so be sure to preregister early to secure your spot! Registration is not limited to… Read MoreDec. 30, 2024
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VINSE Short Course Summer 2025: Microfluidic Device Fabrication
VINSE Microfluidics Short Course is designed to introduce participants to the techniques behind the fabrication and testing of microfluidic devices. This hands-on course will combine lectures and practical experience in the VINSE cleanroom. No prior knowledge of microfluidics or related technologies is required—this course is perfect for beginners or… Read MoreDec. 23, 2024
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Registration now open for VINSE Atomic Force Microscopy Short Course
VINSE Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) Short Course is scheduled for June 12-13. This hands-on course is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of AFM theory while providing practical insights and operational tips on a variety of AFM techniques. Attendance is open to everyone and is not limited to Vanderbilt personnel or VINSE… Read MoreDec. 19, 2024
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Summer VINSE Electron Microscopy Short Course – Register Now!
Registration is now open for the VINSE Electron Microscopy short course, taking place June 9-10. This course offers the opportunity to advance knowledge and skill with characterizing material and biological specimens at the nanoscale. Participation is open to all, not just Vanderbilt personnel or VINSE users. However, space is… Read MoreDec. 17, 2024
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VINSE Director’s Coffee Hour
Join VINSE Director, Sharon Weiss to discuss new initiatives, pilot funding, tech crew, and other ways VINSE can help support your research. Wednesday, February 5, 2025 | 9:30-10:30 AM 226 ESB, VINSE Conference Room… Read MoreDec. 13, 2024
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VINSE Celebrates National Nanotechnology Day
On October 9, the Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE) celebrated National Nanotechnology Day, showcasing the remarkable innovations at the nanometer scale (10^-9 meters). The event included guided window tours of VINSE’s cutting-edge cleanroom, showcasing the pioneering research conducted at the institute. Attendees were treated to Ben… Read MoreOct. 10, 2024
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VINSE Invites Community to Celebrate National Nanotechnology Day
The Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE) is thrilled to announce its annual celebration of National Nanotechnology Day on October 9. Held in recognition of the significance of the nanometer scale—10-9 meters—National Nanotechnology Day serves as a reminder of the innovative advances made in this field. VINSE will… Read MoreOct. 7, 2024
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VINSE Recognizes Faculty Accomplishments in the 18th Annual Fall Faculty Celebration
On October 1, 2024, the VINSE Fall Faculty Celebration took place to honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements of our community. This annual event not only highlighted individual accomplishments but also fostered a sense of camaraderie among colleagues. WELCOME TO VINSE Daniel Gonzales | Janell Lees… Read MoreOct. 2, 2024
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VINSE at the TN Maker Fest
To share our love of making tiny things for science, VINSE participated in this year’s TN Maker Fest. VINSE NanoGuides showcase nanoscale using familiar items in three engaging interactive demonstrations. Pencils to Prizes – attendees made their own single-atom-thick materials like a Nobel Prize winner with tape and pencil… Read MoreSep. 30, 2024