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Faculty and Student
Teams Program
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Project Descriptions
Lawrence
Berkeley National Laboratory
Laser and Synchrotron based studies of aerosols and nanoparticles
Requesting applications from science or engineering faculty members at
institutions serving students underrepresented in science, engineering,
mathematics and technology. Laser and Synchrotron based studies of free
radicals and clusters.
Project Description
Nanoscience in the 21st century is thriving – aerosols and nanoparticles are being studied in unprecedented detail across a broad spectrum of disciplines. Applications for the particles have been found in fields varying from medicine to computers, and the particles themselves are integral to studies ranging from spectral emissions in interstellar space to climate changes in our own environment. Systematic studies with vacuum ultraviolet light (VUV) and soft x-ray radiation can contribute to the study of aerosol chemistry and nanoparticle physics in new and important ways. We have initiated a major program in the study of these species at the Chemical Dynamics Beamline at the Advanced Light Source (ALS). The project encompasses novel studies of the production, detection, size measurement and selection, and chemical interactions of nanoparticles. To date studies have been performed on measuring light scattering from nanoparticles, photoelectron imaging of size selected nanopar ticles, bio-nanoparticle mass spectrometry, aerosol kinetics, and ambient sampling of vehicle exhaust with VUV light. More information about relevant projects is available at
www.chemicaldynamics.lbl.gov.
Applicants Responsibilities and Relationship to Project
Applicants and their students will receive
support under the Department of Energy Faculty and Student Team (FaST)
program to work collaboratively
with a research group at Berkeley Lab for 10 weeks during the summer of
2008. Faculty and students
team members will be assigned to the same research group and typically
faculty participants will provide mentorship and/or advising support to
the undergraduate student team members while at the Lab.
Applicants are encouraged to contact Berkeley Lab investigators
offering FaST opportunities during the application process.
Following the summer appointment, it is anticipated that the
faculty participants will establish a ongoing collaborative relationship
with Berkeley Lab investigators and assist in recruiting undergraduate
students from their campus for DOE internship programs.
Qualifications of Ideal Candidate
| Faculty: |
Ph.D. in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Engineering ( mechanical/chemical),
or related fields. Proven experimental and prototype development abilities.
Established record of publication in field is preferred. Works well
in a collaborative environment with students and other researchers.
Currently teaches and collaborates with students in his/her field.
Willing to work at LBNL for an extended period (2-3 summer months,
or longer). |
| Student: |
Working towards a BS in physical science or engineering with
strong interests in experimental research. Works well in collaboration
with faculty, other students, and researchers. Willing to work at
LBNL for an extended period. |
Support
and Financial Commitments
See Financial
Information.
For More Information Contact:
Laurel
Egenberger
Manager
College
& University Programs
Lawrence
Berkeley
National Laboratory
E-mail: LLEgenberger@lbl.gov
Phone: 510-486-5190 |
Musahid Ahmed
Staff Scientist
Chemical Dynamics Beamline Group
E-mail: mahmed@lbl.gov
Phone: 510-486-6355 |
http://csee.lbl.gov/
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