Vol. 11, January 2011 - Nano Research & MIND
FOCUS ON
Spirit of cooperation ushers in ‘a new era’
In March, the Midwest Institute for Nanoelectronics Discovery at the University of Notre Dame will mark its three-year anniversary. And in the relatively short period of time that it has been in existence, MIND has made great strides, not only in terms of research, but also in the impact it has had on the South Bend community.
Support for nanotechnology spinoffs, local educational outreach efforts, collaboration with Project Future on economic development projects, and collaborative research involving faculty and students from other local educational institutions … These are just a few examples of MIND's impact outside the walls of the Stinson-Remick Hall of Engineering. Read more …
FEATURES
A new year, and a new phase.
That sums up what is going on at the nationally renowned Midwest Institute for Nanoelectronics Discovery, led by researchers at the University of Notre Dame.
Here’s a closer look at how MIND is leading efforts to create a better and faster generation of nanoelectronic devices that may inexorably change the landscape of the nanoelectronics industry. Read more …
National nanoelectronics expert praises South Bend
Thanks to MIND, South Bend is on its way to becoming a vitally important center for nanoelectronics research, according to national nanoelectronics expert Jeffrey Welser, director of the Nanoelectronics Research Initiative.
South Bend ON recently caught up with Welser to discuss his views on the latest developments at MIND, and their significance for the region. Read more ...
COMPANY PROFILE
Turning inspiration into reality
Two spinoffs have been formed based on technologies being developed at the University of Notre Dame.
Indiana Integrated Circuits LLC, and LightSprite, represent the university’s strong commitment to commercializing faculty research. Read more …
IN CONVERSATION
Barton Bennett, president and CEO of Odyssian Technology LLC
By Phil D’Amico, director of business growth, the Chamber of Commerce of St. Joseph County
Barton Bennett is one of the founders of Odyssian Technology LLC, which began in South Bend in 2002. The company’s primary focus is to pursue the development of smart systems having structurally integrated sensors, antennas, electronics and electrical circuitry.
Odyssian is an excellent example of a successful tech-based business in South Bend. I recently sat down with Barton to get his perspectives on his company’s work in developing products involving nanoelectronics, and on future applications in the field. Read more …
MULTIMEDIA
Want an up-close and personal look at Notre Dame’s Stinson-Remick Hall of Engineering, where significant nanoelectronics research is being conducted? Click here.
INNOVATION IN GOVERNMENT
City saves time, money on winter snowplowing
After record snowfalls in early January, South Bend residents have been doing extra shoveling and extra worrying about forecasts for the rest of the winter season.
But the City of South Bend is saving time and money on snowplowing with a new approach that is more effective and cost-efficient than previous methods. Read more …
TECH PARK UPDATES
FISH: Cultivating ideas for a better world
If you have an innovative idea for helping others that you would like to develop or research further, FISH is here to help.
Located at Innovation Park at Notre Dame, the Fellow Irish Social Hub (FISH) offers a business incubator program to prepare each client to launch a social enterprise and maximize its impact on society. Read more …
Firm chosen to develop Ignition Park site plan
Progress continues at Ignition Park … An Indianapolis-based firm, BSA LifeStructures, has been contracted by the City of South Bend to develop land-use and master plans for the site. Read more …
Firm to move near Ignition Park
A South Bend company is relocating from East Sample Street to the western edge of Ignition Park to help accommodate the growth of Ivy Tech Community College and to help foster its own opportunities for growth after the acquisition of an Elkhart company. More info here ...
NEWS & HEADLINES
Notre Dame receives grant for next-generation batteries
Faculty from the University of Notre Dame’s Colleges of Engineering and Science have been awarded more than $1.3 million from the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) in collaboration with research being conducted by Mississippi State University on the development of novel materials for improved battery technology. More info here …
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
Luecke to give final State of the City
Next month, Mayor Stephen J. Luecke will give his 2011 State of the City address to the South Bend Common Council and the general public.
The speech will begin at 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 7, in the auditorium of the Indiana University School of Medicine-South Bend. The public is invited to the presentation, which will include a slideshow and will be Luecke’s final State of the City as mayor.
ND students plan 22nd film festival
The 22nd annual Notre Dame Student Film Festival will take place Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 20-22, at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center on the University of Notre Dame campus.
The festival screens films that were made by students during the past year as class projects for courses taught in the Department of Film, Television, and Theatre. All films are shot on location and feature the acting talents of Notre Dame students and faculty. More info here …
Festival features 3-minute films
“3,” an international juried festival of films three minutes long and under, will take place on Thursday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb. 5, at Perley Primary Fine Arts Academy, 740 N. Eddy St., South Bend.
“Little 3,” films by and for people under age 18, will be shown at 6 p.m. on Feb. 3; admission is $3. “Big 3” films for adults and young adults will be shown at 7 p.m. on Feb. 5; admission is $6.
Sponsors of the film festival include WNIT Television, the Purple Porch Co-Op, Hofferth Chiropractic Center, Gene’s Camera Store, Mid America Filmmakers and NewGroup Media. More info here ...