VINSE General News

Metasurfaces are 2D diffractive optics that can significantly reduce the size of bulky imaging systems and provide complexity where conventional optics may be limited. My research focuses on the design and fabrication of dielectric metasurfaces for infrared (IR) imaging, a spectral range that has gained popularity for its ability… Read More

The VINSE cleanroom can now deposit up to three materials at once in a vacuum environment using electron beam evaporation and resistive thermal evaporation in the Angstrom Multimode and Angstrom Resistive systems. The amount deposited from each material per second can be independently controlled. Each material source has a… Read More

During my initial year at Vanderbilt, I participated in several research rotations, which provided me with exposure to various aspects of materials science and engineering. These rotations were crucial in helping me identify my specific research interests and in developing a multidisciplinary approach to problem-solving. This experience allowed me… Read More

Dr. Stefania Marsili, Senior Basic Scientist, Dr. David Calkins’ Lab Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Vanderbilt University Medical Center The ongoing modifications of the ECM environment in both healthy and diseased states consistently expose cells to diverse stimuli, which can alter their shape and viscoelastic and biochemical properties and the re-establishment… Read More

VINSE has integrated the advanced NanoMan software on the Bruker which significantly enhances the functionality of the Dimension Icon Atomic Force Microscope (AFM). This upgrade introduces cutting-edge capabilities for nanomanipulation and nanolithography, expanding the scope of applications for nanoscale manipulation in both air and liquid environments. With NanoMan, users… Read More

The 24th Annual Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Forum will be held on November 22, 2024.  This forum brings together Vanderbilt scientists and engineers working in nanoscience and nanotechnology for presentations and discussions.  The broader VINSE research program is… Read More

Submit an original design representing NanoDay! and VINSE. The winning design will receive a $300 cash prize. The design must be exclusively your own and cannot include logos and trademark images You can use any t-shirt color in your design JPEG format (at least 300 dpi) No limits to… Read More

Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE) added a spark of scientific curiosity to this year’s Vanderbilt Family Weekend by hosting an interactive booth designed to engage visitors in cutting-edge research and innovation. One of the highlights of the booth was a display highlighting each step taken to create… Read More

Last fall, VINSE invited our community to participate in the NanoGuides Logo Design Competition, challenging you to craft a logo that captures the essence of our student volunteers. We are thrilled to congratulate Vikash Khokhar for his winning design!  In addition to having his design featured on NanoGuides… Read More

We are excited to announce that Janell Lees has joined the Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE) as the new Program Manager, effective September 1, 2024. Janell brings over 20 years of experience in Vanderbilt University’s academic, financial, and research systems, making her an invaluable addition to our… Read More