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Faculty and Student
Teams Program |
 Project Descriptions
Lawrence
Berkeley National Laboratory
Advanced Particle Instrumentation Group
Requesting applications from science or engineering faculty members at
institutions serving students underrepresented in science, engineering,
mathematics and technology. To work on Minaturized Systems for Particle
Exposure Assessment.
Project Description
The goal of this project is to develop a prototype of the instrumentation
needed to advance knowledge about the relationship between exposures to
particles and human health, a national research priority. Through integration
of existing state of the art sensor technology, we intend to prototype the
next generation of low-cost miniaturized instrumentation for particulate
matter (PM) exposure assessment. The prototype will use microengineering
technology to enable measurement of aerosol mass, size and composition.
Phase 1 of the project will establish the proof of concept for a low-cost,
compact PM monitor for measurements at a fixed indoor location. Phase 2
of the LDRD will identify promising technical approaches for portable personal
particle measurements and estimate the associated costs.
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.
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 microsensor engineering, aerosol physics, environmental
engineering, or related fields. Proven experimental and prototype
development abilities. Established record of publication in field.
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 |
Michael Apte
Group Leader
Advanced Particle Instrumentation Group
E-mail: MGApte@lbl.gov
Phone: 510-486-6669 |
http://csee.lbl.gov/ |
