Session Chairs: Mr. Don Shiffler, Air Force Research Laboratory, Dr. F. Keith Perkins, Naval Research Laboratory, & Dr. Randy Mrozek, Army Research Laboratory
0830 – 0835
Welcome
Dr. Don Shiffler, Air Force Research Laboratory
0835 – 0900
The Role of Nanoscience in Developing Advanced Energy and Power Devices,
Dr. Cynthia Lundgren, Army Research Laboratory
0900 – 0925
Non Woven Fibers as Food Safety Biosensor Platforms,
Dr. Kris Senecal, US Army
0925 – 0950
Nanocrystalline Cellulose for Reinforcement of Transparent Polymer Composites,
Dr. James Snyder, Army Research Laboratory
0950 – 1015
Multifunctional Polymeric Nano-Materials: Enabling Technology for Defense Applications,
Dr. Joseph Lenhart, Army Research Laboratory
1015 – 1045
Break
1045 – 1110
Computational Modeling of Phase-separating Polymer Nanocomposites,
Dr. Tanya Chantawansri, Army Research Laboratory
1110 – 1135
Air-stable Reactive Metal Nanopowders from In Situ Sonochemical Decomposition of Metal Hydrides,
Dr. Albert Epshteyn, Naval Research Laboratory
1135 – 1200
Enhanced Functionality Topcoats for Chemical and Biological Defense Applications,
Dr. Joshua Orlicki, Army Research Laboratory
1200 – 1300
Lunch Break (On Your Own)
1300 – 1325
Toxicity of Nanomaterials: Linking Bioeffects to Physical Parameters,
Dr. Saber Hussain, Air Force Research Laboratory
1325 – 1350
Reactive Polymer Nanocomposites,
Dr. Jonathon Spowart, Air Force Research Laboratory
1350 – 1415
Superfluid Helium Droplet Assembly (SHeDA) to Produce Custom Energetic Nanoparticle Films,
Dr. Mike Lindsay, Air Force Research Laboratory
1415 – 1440
Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Nanoenergetic Materials,
Dr. Marcus Smith, Air Force Research Laboratory
1440 – 1500
Break
1500 – 1525
Nanocrystalline Alloys for High Temperature Applications,
Dr. John Horwath, Air Force Research Laboratory
1525 – 1550
Nanomaterials for Solid Pulsed Forming Lines,
Dr. Susan Heidger, Air Force Research Laboratory
1550 – 1615
Omniphobic Coatings for Self-cleaning and CB Protective Clothing,
Dr. Quoc Truong, US Army Natick Soldier (NSRDEC)
1615 – 1640
Chemical Sensing with Vertical Silicon Nanowire Arrays,
Dr. Pehr Pehrsson, Naval Research Laboratory
1640 - 1705
The Atomic Metron, Dr. David Kidwell, Naval Research Laboratory '
Plenary Session: Emerging Technologies Session Chairs: Dr. Rick Beyer, U.S. Army Research Laboratory and Dr. John Busbee, Air Force Research Laboratory, and Dr. Larry Kabacoff, Office of Naval Research
0830 – 0845
Welcome & Announcements
Dr. Rick Beyer, Army Research Laboratory and Dr. John Busbee, Air Force Research Laboratory
0845 – 0915
National Nanotechnology Initiative: A Strategic Vision for Responsible Technological Development
Dr. Sally Tinkle, National Nanotechnology Coordination Office
0915 – 0945
Overview of ARPA-E Programs and their Applicability to the DoD
Dr. Srinivas Mirmira, ARPA-E, Department of Energy
0945 – 1015
Nano-bio Hybrid Systems
Dr. Shashi Karna, Nano-Functional Materials, Army Research Laboratory
1015 – 1045
Break & Light Refreshments
1045 – 1115
Leveraging NanoTechnology for Optical Metamaterials
Prof. David Smith, Duke University
1115 - 1200
Fireside Chat
1200 – 1330
Lunch Break (On Your Own)
1330 – 1700
Exhibits & Posters Open
1330 – 1700
Metamaterials Session Session Chairs: Ms. Laura Rea, Air Force Research
Laboratory and Dr. Vladimir Shkunov, Raytheon
1330 – 1400
Miniature Wideband RF Metamaterial Antennas and Nano-antennas for THz Applications, Prof. John Volakis, Ohio State University
1400 – 1430
3D Optical Metamaterials at Sandia National Laboratories, Dr. Rick McCormick, Sandia National Laboratory
1430 – 1500
Transforming Light with Active and Tunable Meta-devices, Dr. Vladimir Shalaev, Purdue University
1500 – 1530
Break
1530 – 1600
Metamaterials for RF Antennas, Dr. Bob Silberstein, Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
1600 – 1630
Metamaterials for RF Applications, Dr. Minas Tanielian, Boeing Research and Technology
1630 – 1700
Practical Applications of Metamaterials, Dr. Igor Smolyaninov, BAE Systems
Session Chairs: Dr. Khershed Cooper, Naval Research Laboratory and Dr. Ryan Hatcher, Lockheed Martin ATL
0830 – 0900
Lithography, Metrology, and Nanomanufacturing, Dr. J. Alexander Liddle, National Institute of Standards & Technology
0900 – 0930
Nanoinformatics for Nanomanufacturing: Design and Manufacturing Considerations Modeling and Process Tools, Prof. Mark Tuominen, University of Massachussetts
0930 – 1000
Predictive Models for Self and Directed Assembly in Manufacturing, Dr. John Maguire, Scientific Simulation Systems
1000 – 1030
Break
1000 – 1830
Exhibits & Posters Open
1030 – 1100
Using Uncertainty Quantification to Bridge Atomistic to Continuum Scales for Designing Energy Storage Devices: Challenges and Opportunities, Dr. Sreekanth Pannala, Oak Ridge National Laboratories
1100 – 1130
Verification, Validation, and Uncertainty Quantification in Multiscale Modeling of Structural Components, Prof. Alejandro Strachan, Purdue University
1130 – 1200
Nanodiamond and Nano-onion Production and Integration in Nanocomposite Applications, Dr. Gary McGuire, International Technology Center, Inc.
Session Chairs: Dr. Edward Silverman, Northrop Grumman, Dr. Suraj Rawal, Lockheed Martin Space Systems, and Dr. Eric Wetzel, Army Research Laboratory
1330 – 1400
Multi-functional Functional Materials: Enhancing Strength and Functionality, Prof. Henry Sodano, University of Florida
1400 – 1430
Carbon Nanostructure Infused Glass and Carbon Fibers for Defense Applications, Dr. Tushar Shah, Applied NanoStructured Solutions (ANS) a Lockheed Martin Owned Company
1430 – 1500
Energy Capture – Protection and Damping of Nanoporous Materials,, Prof. Yu Qiao, University of California-San Diego
1500 – 1530
Break
1530 – 1600
Carbon Nanotube Based Multi-functinoal Composites, Dr. David Lashmore, Nanocomp Technologies, Inc.
1600 – 1630
Lightweight CNT-Component Cables, Mr. Tom Kukowski, Minnesota Defense/Minnesota Wire
1630 – 1700
Multi-functional Carbon Nanotube Films and Composites, Prof. Amy Marconnet, Stanford University
Session Chairs: Dr. Jennifer Becker, U.S. Army Research Office, Dr. Jeff Stuart, Lockheed Martin, and Dr. Brandy White, Naval Research Laboratory
0830 – 0900
Porous Silica Particles in Biology: Studies on Cellular Uptake, Molecular Delivery, Catalysis, and Imaging, Prof. Chris Landry, The University of Vermont
0900 – 0930
Nano-bio Hybrid Structures for Chemical Sensing, Prof. A.T. Charlie Johnson, University of Pennsylvania
0930 – 1000
Design and Characterization of High Surface Area Nanoscale Porous Materials for Small Molecule Chem-Bio Sensing, Prof. Sharon Weiss, Vanderbilt University
1000 – 1030
Break
1030 – 1100
Biological Utility of Inorganic Nanoparticles: Achieving Cytosolic Delivery of Semiconductor Quantum Dots, Dr. James Delehanty, Naval Research Laboratory
1100 – 1130
Integration of Enzymes and Microorganisms into Nanostructured Materials for Design of Energy Harvesting Devices, Dr. Glenn Johnson, Air Force Research Laboratory
1130 – 1200
Optofluidics for Defense Applications, Dr. David Erickson, Cornell University
Session Chairs: Dr. Linda Duschl, Boeing Research & Technology, Dr. Carole Lablanc, Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense, Installation & Environment, and Dr. Rob MacCuspie, National Institute of Standards & Technology
1330 – 1400
Addressing the Needs of Environmental Information for Carbon Nanotuble Manufactures: The Nanosafety Consortium for Carbon, Dr. Richard Pleus, Intertox, Incorporated
1400 – 1430
Pilot-scale Nanomaterial Synthesis & Processing: ESOH Best Practices, Dr. Christopher Haines, U.S. Army ARDEC
1430 – 1500
Predicting the Risks of Engineered Nanomaterials: Integrating Mechanisms, Data, and Models, Dr. Jeffery Stevens, U.S. Army ERDC
1500 – 1530
Break
1530 – 1600
Nanotechnology Occupational Health and Safety Research at NIOSH: Ensuring Responsible Development, Dr. Charles Geraci, National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health
1600 – 1630
High Content Evaluations of the Nano/Bio Interface, Dr. Robert Tanguay, Oregon State University
1630 – 1700
Nanotoxicity: Considerations for Occupational Health in Large Scale Manufacturing, Dr. Daniel Guth, The Boeing Company
1700
2011 NanoTechnology for Defense Conference Adjourns