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AAPT Winter meeting w/APS

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:45:29 GMT

AAPT Winter meeting w/APS
Start Date: 11-Feb-10 8:30 AM
End Time: 18-Feb-10 5:30 PM
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AVS 56th Int'l Symposium & Exhibition

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 14:36:32 GMT

AVS 56th Int’l Symposium & Exhibition
Start Date: 8-Nov-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 13-Nov-09 5:30 PM
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51st Annual Meeting of the APS Division of Plasma Physics

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 09:44:20 GMT

51st Annual Meeting of the APS Division of Plasma Physics
Start Date: 2-Nov-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 6-Nov-09 5:30 PM
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SoR 81st Annual Meeting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 09:40:34 GMT

SoR 81st Annual Meeting
Start Date: 18-Oct-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 22-Oct-09 5:30 PM
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AAPM Meeting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:37:39 GMT

AAPM Meeting
Start Date: 26-Jul-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 30-Jul-09 5:30 PM
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AAS 214th Meeting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:33:00 GMT

AAS 214th Meeting
Start Date: 7-Jun-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 11-Jun-09 5:30 PM
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OSA CLEO/QELS and PhAST

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:28:35 GMT

OSA CLEO/QELS and PhAST
Start Date: 31-May-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 2-Jun-09 5:30 PM
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ASA 157th Meeting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:25:12 GMT

ASA 157th Meeting
Start Date: 18-May-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 22-May-09 5:30 PM
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APS Spring Meeting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 10:21:39 GMT

APS Spring Meeting
Start Date: 2-May-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 5-May-09 5:30 PM
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APS March Meeting

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:16:32 GMT

APS March Meeting
Start Date: 16-Mar-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 20-Mar-09 5:30 PM
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NSBP Creates Student Council

noemail@nsbp.org — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:15:00 GMT

The NSBP board of directors recently approved the creation of the NSBP Student Council. The council will be part of the new Committee on Chapters and consist of representatives of NSBP college chapters and 2-4 “at-large” slots appointed by the NSBP President.

“We are very interested in establishing strong college chapters as a mechanism for increasing student participation in NSBP, and in turn their greater participation in the entire global physics enterprise,” says Peter Delfyett, the incoming president of NSBP.

Starting an NSBP college chapter takes a group of at least 5 individual members and the support of the physics department chair. The forms for starting an NSBP chapter are available at the NSBP website, or from contacting NSBP headquarters. Any student group applying to establish an NSBP chapter, should also consider being an SPS, MRS, OSA and SPIE chapter as well.

"Amongst these professional societies our goal is to create at team to recruit and retain more African American students in physics and astronomy, and to continue to support them in their careers after graduation. Professional societies are great at providing career information and resources, all students should get as much information and resources as they possibly can," says Delfyett.

The Committee on Chapters will support college chapters by providing management and activity advice. In addition to 2-4 members appointed by the NSBP President, the committee will also include the members of the NSBP Student Council.

There will be a session on student chapter development at the upcoming NSBP/NSHP conference in Washington on Friday, February 22nd. In the meantime for more information on NSBP chapters please contact NSBP Headquarters.

20-Dec-07 2:15 PM

Obituary: Professor Charles S. Brown

noemail@nsbp.org — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 11:00:00 GMT

Dr. Charles Stevenson Brown, prominent physicist and professor, departed this world on the morning of September 29, 2007. Dr. Brown was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 5, 1947 and was the third of four children of his parents, the late M/Sgt. (Ret.) Robert Brown and the late Corrie Lee Brown. Although Dr. Brown struggled with education in his early years because of chronic asthma which resulted in his failure to pass the fourth grade, the determination he gained as a result of this and other experiences ultimately led Dr. Brown to college and graduate school. Dr. Brown earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics from Morehouse College in 1973. That same year, Dr. Brown received a DuPont Graduate Fellowship to pursue graduate studies at Emory University. In 1975, Dr. Brown earned the Masters of Science Degree in Physics from Emory University. While at Emory, he won the Sigma Xi Award for the best Masters Thesis. In 1976, he received a National Fellowship...

12-Dec-07 6:00 AM

ACOUSTICS COURSES AT THE UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL: HOW CAN WE ATTRACT MORE STUDENTS?

noemail@nsbp.org — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:00:00 GMT

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14-Aug-07 1:00 PM

Opportunity to Earn an MS Degree in South Africa

noemail@nsbp.org — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:00:00 GMT

NSBP has received a major grant from the Kellogg foundation to fund American students, who would like to study in South Africas National Astrophysics and Space Sciences Program (NASSP) South Africa occupies a unique geographical position relative to locations of most of the telescopes in the world. Recognizing this strategic advantage the South African government has decided to invest heavily in astronomy/astrophysics. The Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) is located in South Africa. It is the largest single optical telescope in the southern hemisphere. South Africa is bidding to host the Square Kilometer Array (SKA), which will operate in the radiowave region. In preparation South Africa is planning to construct a powerful SKA Pathfinder telescope. In addition to these facilities other countries (most notably Japan, Korea, Germany and France) are putting telescopes in South Africa. These and other projects will allow astronomers based in South Africa to make significant...

31-Jul-07 10:00 PM

Secretary of the Navy, Dr. Donald C. Winter, to be keynote speaker at conference of Black and Hispanic Physicists

noemail@nsbp.org — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Secretary of the Navy, Dr. Donald C. Winter, will be the Friday luncheon speaker at the 2008 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists on Friday, February 22, 2008. Dr. Winter is the 74th Secretary of the Navy, sworn into office on Jan. 3, 2006. As Secretary of the Navy, he leads Americas Navy and Marine Corps Team and is responsible for an annual budget in excess of $125 billion and almost 900,000 people. Prior to becoming Secretary of the Navy, Dr. Winter served as a corporate vice president and president of Northrop Grummans Mission Systems sector. In that position he oversaw operation of the business and its 18,000 employees, providing information technology systems and services; systems engineering and analysis; systems development and integration; scientific, engineering, and technical services; and enterprise management services. Dr. Winter also served on the companys corporate policy council. ...

FAMU Physicists Discover Nanoscale Turbulence

noemail@nsbp.org — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 22:00:00 GMT

TALLAHASSEE—Florida A&M University’s (FAMU’s) distinguished professor of science and engineering, Dr. Joseph A. Johnson, III, along with Dr. Stephen Roberson (FAMU doctorate, Fall 2006), and Dr. Charlemagne Akpovo of FAMU have found first evidence of turbulent behavior in ionized gases which have a lifetime of less than 100 nanoseconds. (A nanosecond is one thousandth of one millionth of one second.) Laser induced plasmas in Nitrogen, Argon, Xenon, Neon and Krypton were studied using measuring speeds at rates in excess of 10 x109 per second. Turbulent flow fluctuations which influence mixing on such short time scales will cause dramatic changes in applications such as ion implantation in semiconductors. Such fluctuations will drastically change the reaction dynamics in the synthesis of new nano-materials. Furthermore, computations and modeling for the molecular dynamics in nanotechnology must now include new physics driven by turbulence in order to correctly predict the manufacturing...

NOBEL LAUREATE JOHN C. MATHER TO DELIVER KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT NSBP/NSHP CONFERENCE

noemail@nsbp.org — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT

NASA scientist Dr. John C. Mather will be the dinner keynote speaker at the 2008 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists on Thursday, February 21. The event will be at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC. Dr. Mather is a Senior Astrophysicist in the Observational Cosmology Laboratory at NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center. His research centers on infrared astronomy and cosmology. In 2006 Mather was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, along with George Smoot, for ...of the black body form and anisotropy of the cosmic microwave background radiation. Work on the Cosmic Background Explorer (COBE) began in 1974 at NASA Goddard. It was launched in 1989 to measure microwave and infrared light from the early universe. COBE determined that the cosmic microwave background, which is essentially the afterglow of the Big Bang, has a temperature of 2.725 +/- 0.002 Kelvin, or about minus 455 degrees Fahrenheit. This...

PROFESSOR ABOUBAKER BEYE, CEO OF THE AFRICAN LASER CENTRE, TO DELIVER KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT NSBP/NSHP CONFERENCE

noemail@nsbp.org — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 06:00:00 GMT

Dr. Aboubaker Beye, the new CEO of the African Laser Centre, will give the keynote address at the opening luncheon of the 2008 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists on Thursday, February 21, 2008.

Dr. Beye is a Professor of Physics and Director of the Solid State Physics and Materials Science Group at the University of Cheikh Ante’Diop in Dakar, Senegal. He just completed a term as Associate Dean for Education and Research. He is also affiliated with the US-Africa Materials Institute at Princeton University, and the International Centre for Theoretical Physics in Trieste, Italy.

Dr. Beye is the Chairman of the Implementation Committee for African Association for Teacher Education, General Secretary of the Global Federation of Associations for Teacher Education, Vice Chairman of the NanoAFNET, an African Network on Nanoscience, and Founding Chairman and member of the board of directors of the African Materials Research Society.

He was elected CEO of the African Laser Centre (ALC) in March 2007. The ALC is a network of facilities organized as a virtual center of excellence focusing on laser research in Africa. It was established in 2002 to provide a platform through which Africa can pool its resources to become globally competitive. The ALC is an open, non-exclusive partnership aimed at stimulating innovative research and technology development in the field of lasers and laser applications. The ALC enables scientists and engineers from all African nations, as well as Europe, Asia and the Americas, to collaborate with each other and play a major role internationally in utilizing light to advance science and technology.

Dr. Beye is a graduate of Université de Montpellier in France. His scientific research interests include surface plasmon resonance, optoelectronic effects and nano-fabrication techniques. He is a recognized expert on technology transfer, multi-national cooperation in science and economic development.

NSBP RECEIVES KELLOGG FOUNDATION GRANT

noemail@nsbp.org — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

For information, contact Charles McGruder at (270) 745-4357. ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Society of Black Physicists (NSBP) has received a six-year, $350,000 grant from the William K. Kellogg Foundation to help South Africa increase its number of Black astronomers. Dr. Charles McGruder, NSBP president from 1999-2001 and the William McCormack Professor in Physics at Western Kentucky University (WKU), has long been focusing on capacity building in astronomy on the African continent. This is especially important in South Africa where there has been recently been large investments in telescopes. South Africa occupies a unique geographical position relative to locations of most of the telescopes in the world. Recognizing this strategic advantage, the South African government has decided to invest heavily in astronomy/astrophysics by building the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT), the largest single optical telescope in the southern hemisphere. Other nations, most notably...

NSBP Member Richard Robinson Develops Novel Nanosynthesis Method

noemail@nsbp.org — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 05:00:00 GMT

BERKELEY, CA — Superlatticed or “striped nanorods – crystalline materials only a few molecules in thickness and made up of two or more semiconductors – are highly valued for their potential to serve in a variety of nanodevices, including transistors, biochemical sensors and light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Until now the potential of superlatticed nanorods has been limited by the relatively expensive and exacting process required to make them. That paradigm may be shifting. A team of researchers, led by Rich Robinson and Paul Alivisatos with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) and the University of California (UC) at Berkeley, has found a way to make striped nanorods in a colloid – a suspension of particles in solution. Previously, striped nanorods were made through epitaxial processes, in which the rods were attached to or embedded within a solid medium, and grown layer by...

DR. BYRON K. FREELON IS THE RECIPIENT OF THE FIRST MOREHOUSE PHYSICS PRIZE

noemail@nsbp.org — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 20:00:00 GMT

(NSBP PRESS RELEASE) (ATLANTA) – (APRIL 6, 2007) Dr.Byron K. Freelon, a research scientist at the University of California-Berkeley, has won the first Morehouse Physics Prize. The National Society of Black Physicists (NSBP) established the Morehouse Physics Prize through a financial gift by Dr. and Mrs. Walter Massey. The Massey’s gift also enabled NSBP to establish the Elmer S.Imes Physics Scholarship. The Morehouse Physics Prize recognizes HBCU graduates who have shown considerable promise as physics researchers and teachers. Eligibility for this prize extends to anyone with an earned degree from an HBCU, an earned doctorate in physics, and who shows tremendous promise as a physics researcher. The prize includes a cash award and a travel grant to give a colloquium at Morehouse College. “These awards advance three of NSBP’s most important concepts - first,providing scholarship assistance to students who are majoring in physics, second, promoting the...

OSA and SPIE Co-Sponsor Best Poster Awards at Annual NSBP/NSHP Meeting

noemail@nsbp.org — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 16:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Peter Delfyett (Univ. of Central Florida, CREOL) and Anthony Johnson (University of Maryland, Baltimore County) served as Best Poster Presentation judges on behalf of OSA and SPIE at the Joint Meeting of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists, February 21-25, 2007 in Boston. The following awards were presented at the Saturday evening banquet: Undergraduate (OSA) Poster; First Prize ($400 + student membership) -- Manisha L. Turner, Norfolk State University, Unveiling the Secrets of Archimedes. Undergraduate (OSA) Poster; Second Prize ($200 + student membership) -- Margaret S. Martei, Colby College, An Injection-Locked Diode Laser for Cold Rydberg Atom Experiments. Graduate (SPIE) Poster, First Prize ($400 + student membership) -- Valencia S. Johnson, Rutgers University, Polymer/Metal Sulfide Coated Hollow Waveguides for Delivery of Er:YAG Laser Radiation. Graduate (SPIE) Poster, Second Prize ($200 + student...

Peter Delfyett to Lead National Society of Black Physicists

noemail@nsbp.org — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 11:00:00 GMT

Figure SEQ Figure \* ARABIC 1. Picture Courtesy, UCF CREOL Peter Delfyett, a University of Central Florida professor of optics, physics and electrical and computer engineering, has been named president-elect of the National Society of Black Physicists. The society, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, promotes the professional development of African-American physicists within the international science community and in society. The organization also seeks to develop and support efforts to increase opportunities for African-Americans in physics and to increase the visibility of their scientific work. Delfyett will serve as the society’s president-elect for one year and then as president for two years. He was selected during the society’s annual conference Feb. 20 to 25 in Boston . Delfyett, who has taught at UCF for 13 years, holds a University Trustee Chair in the Center for Research and Education in...

CONFERENCE OF BLACK PHYSICISTS CELEBRATES 30TH YEAR OF THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLACK PHYSICISTS

noemail@nsbp.org — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

(BLACK PR WIRE) (BOSTON) – (February 21, 2007) The 2007 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists begins on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at the Boston Sheraton Hotel and John B. Hynes Convention Center. This year’s conference, themed Global Competitiveness Through Diversity, celebrates the 30th anniversary of the National Society of Black Physicists. The Joint Annual Conferences of the National Society of Black Physicists and National Society of Hispanic Physicists brings together over 500 African American and Hispanic American physics students and professionals. This conference has a cutting-edge scientific program as well as a student professional development program that includes mentor-protégé match-making and a recruiting fair. The scientific program includes over 120 oral...

NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Title: NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships Description: NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly talented national and international scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research in space science, earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology. Awards: * Approximately 50 Fellowships awarded annually * One-year appointments, renewable up to three years * Annual stipends start at $50,000, with supplements for specific degree fields and high cost-of-living areas * Annual travel budget of $8,000 * Financial assistance for relocation * Financial supplement for health insurance purchased through the program * Apply at http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc Application Deadlines: Three each year - March 1, July 1, and November 1 Locations of Fellowship Positions: * Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA * Dryden Flight research Center, Edwards, CA * Glenn Research Center, Cleveland,...

Assistant Director, North American ALMA Science Center

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Title: Assistant Director, North American ALMA Science Center Description: The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO), the world’s premier research facility for radio astronomy, operates powerful radio telescopes to probe challenging questions in astronomy and physics. The Atacama Large Millimeter/Submillimeter Array (ALMA), is an international project in which NRAO is a major partner. We seek an outstanding scientific leader to serve as Assistant Director of the North American ALMA Science Center (NAASC), which will serve the North American users of ALMA. The person holding this position will have the overall responsibility for scientific leadership, development, and operation of the Center. The NAASC supports users from proposal submission through data archiving, distribution, and analysis. In addition, the NAASC will solicit community advice on operation and future development of ALMA; sponsor scientific conferences, training programs, schools, and special events that foster...

2008 Minority Undergraduate Summer Experience (MUSE) Program

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Title: 2008 Minority Undergraduate Summer Experience (MUSE) Program Description: The American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) is pleased to announce the availability of its Minority Undergraduate Summer Experience (MUSE) Program for 2008. The program is designed to expose minority undergraduate university students to the field of medical physics by performing research or assisting with clinical service at a U.S. institution (university, clinical facility, laboratory, etc). The charge of MUSE is specifically to encourage minority students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) or non-Minority Serving Institutions (nMSI) to gain such experience and apply to graduate programs in medical physics. Recipients of the fellowship are required to give an overview of their experience at the National Society of Black/Hispanic Physicists annual meeting, typically held on February of each year. Click here for more ...

REU Summer Intern

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 20:07:14 GMT

Title: REU Summer Intern Description: The Cornell Center for Materials Research is offering a special summer research program with a stipend valued at $3750, room in one of Cornells on-campus dorms and additional funds for travel (non-CU students only). During the ten-week period, students will work with Cornell faculty on interdisciplinary materials research projects involving chemistry, physics, materials science and engineering disciplines. Students will also participate in an organized program of lectures, mini-courses (e.g. electronics, microscopy), laboratory visits and a variety of recreational activities. Open to Fall 2008 undergraduates who are US Citizens or permanent residents. Selection will be based on academic standing and faculty recommendations. Minority and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. All chemistry, physics and engineering majors are welcome to apply. Programs includes stipend which covers housing, but does NOT cover food. ...

SCIENTIFIC STAFF POSITIONS

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Title: SCIENTIFIC STAFF POSITIONS Description: The Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) careers page offers employment for Assistant Scientists, Associate Scientists and Scientists in many different areas of science. DESCRIPTION: Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) offers unique research opportunities to engage in ongoing research in various fields of science. AWARDS: · Assistant Scientists - One or two year appointments · Associate Scientists – One to three year appointments · Scientists – One to four year appointments · Financial assistance for relocation may be available · Visa assistance available · Temporary, on-site housing available · Apply at http://www.bnl.gov and click on Careers at Brookhaven LOCATION: · Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York (Long Island) To obtain more information and to apply for any currently available positions, please visit the BNL Web site at http://www.bnl.gov. Brookhaven National...

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITIONS

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Title: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITIONS Description: The Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) careers page offers employment for postdoctoral researchers in many different areas of science. DESCRIPTION: Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) offers unique research opportunities to engage in ongoing research in various fields of science. AWARDS: · One or two year appointments, renewable up to three years · Financial assistance for relocation may be available · Visa assistance available · Temporary, on-site housing available · Apply at http://www.bnl.gov and click on Careers at Brookhaven LOCATION: · Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York (Long Island) To obtain more information and to apply for any currently available positions, please visit the BNL Web site at http://www.bnl.gov. Brookhaven National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Required Experience: ...

2008 Undergraduate Internship Program

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:36:12 GMT

Title: 2008 Undergraduate Internship Program Description: 2008 Undergraduate Internship Program University of California, Berkeley June 23 – August 15 Be in the vanguard of cutting-edge nanoscience research As a participant in our program, you will: Work directly with leading scientists in this exciting field of research Focus on the most important and compelling topics in nanotechnology Gain direct research experience that will prepare you for a career in science Program participants receive: Summer stipend — $4,000 for 8 weeks (June 23–August 15) Room and board — UC dorm plus full meal plan Travel allowance (limited funds available) Examples of Past Summer Internship Research Projects Topic Principal Investigator Fundamentals and Research in Scanning Tunneling Microscopy Prof. M. Crommie Quantitative Single-Cell Analysis of Receptor Dynamics and Chemotactic Response on a Chip ...

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Issues of Equity in Physics Access and Enrollment

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:54:58 GMT

High school physics is a gateway course for post-secondary study in science, medicine, and engineering, as well as an essential component in the formation of students scientific literacy. Yet, despite reports to the contrary, the availability of physics as a course for high school students is not equitably distributed throughout the United States. While some schools provide physics for all who wish to take it, a more common scenario is limited availability. This is particularly true in urban districts, where physics is not universally available in secondary school. The existence of policies that restrict science opportunities for secondary students results in diminished outcomes in terms of scientific proficiency. Recently researchers at Columbia University examined the 316 secondary schools in the New York City Public School system to identify factors related to availability of physics courses. New York Citys (population 8.1 million) public schools system is the largest school...

2008 Exhibitor Information

Mon, 05 May 2008 18:04:17 GMT

Exhibitor Prospectus (pdf) Exhibitor Floor Plan (pdf) Exhibitor Fees (link) Exhibitor Registration (link) Conference Schedule (pdf) Display Advertising (link) Exhibitor Service Kit (link) Sponsorship Opportunities (pdf) Exhibitors FAQ (pdf) Conference Description The joint NSBP/NSHP conference is a cutting-edge scientific meeting with over 120 oral and poster presentations. There is also a student professional program which includes mentor-protégé match-making and a recruiting fair. With well over 500 attendees, comprised of students, postdoctoral research associates, and faculty/professional attendees, the NSBP/NSHP annual conference is the largest gathering of African American and Hispanic American physicists and physics students in the world. We thus offer exhibitors unparalleled opportunities to interact with and recruit talented students, internship/fellowship candidates, researcher collaborators and program participants. Exhibitor Schedule Exhibitors...

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:50:40 GMT

Registration for the Physics Diversity Summit and 2009 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists will open on October 1, 2008.

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:23:23 GMT

The Physics Diversity Summit and the Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicist and National Society of Hispanic Physicists brings together over 500 African American and Hispanic American physics students and professionals. This conference has a cutting-edge scientific program as well as a student professional development program that includes mentor-protege match-making and a recruiting fair.

2009 Abstract and Manuscript Submission

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:17:47 GMT

Abstract Submission for the 2009 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists will open on August 1, 2008. Submit Manuscript for Conference Proceedings Submit Abstract for Oral and Poster Presentations Manuscripts for Conference Proceedings The conference proceedings will be published and widely disseminated as a volume of AIP Conference Proceedings. All oral presenters should be prepared to submit a manuscript for the conference proceedings no later than 30 days after the close of the conference. Manuscripts are expected to of the level of content and quality of the premier physics and astronomy research journals. Poster presenters are welcome to submit a full manuscript to be included in the proceedings as well. AIP has prepared a user guides and templates for Microsoft Word and LaTeX. Please read the guides and other reference documents before preparing your proceedings manuscript. Author...

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:17:04 GMT

The conference begins on Wednesday, February 11 with workshops and an opening reception concomitant with the opening of the exhibits. On Thursday-Saturday there are scientific sessions and student workshops from 8:30 am-6:30 pm. Each day has a conference luncheon, and conference dinners are on Thursday and Saturday nights. Exhibitors set up on Wednesday and tear down on Friday.

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:14:23 GMT

The Physics Diversity Summit and 2009 Joint Annual Conference of the National Society of Black Physicists and the National Society of Hispanic Physicists will held at the Nashville Renaissance Hotel and the Nashville Convention Center. Please make your reservation early to ensure you get the conference rate.

Science Policy

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 06:29:56 GMT

Policy analysis and advocacy are central to NSBPs mission of promoting the professional well-being of African American physicists and physics students -- PJ Delfyett, NSBP President Policies and Issues FY08 Federal Appropriations for Science The final FY08 appropriations was a disappointing setback for science funding. Scientists must become active to correct the deficiencies in FY08 funding via a supplemental appropriation. Learn More Take Action Now! ...

FY09 Federal Budget for Physical Sciences

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:18:26 GMT

As required by law President Bush kicked off the FY09 federal budget cycle by releasing the Administration’s budget request to Congress. The budget cycle continues in the Congress with its budget resolution, hearings by various authorization and appropriation committees, and final appropriation action. FY09 will be a very tight budget year. The entire federal budget will be flat, but the President is requesting large increases for the three physical science agencies favored by the American Competitiveness Initiative (ACI), DOE, NIST, and NSF. Though the President has proposed a very promising FY09 budget for science, the FY08 budget cycle has taught scientists that we must follow the process to the end. The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) provides the best source for federal science budget information. The information below is taken almost entirely from the AAAS Budget Analysis. Department of Energy (DOE) DOE’s Office of Science...

NSBP Forum Rules of Conduct

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 13:14:17 GMT

The National Society of Black Physicists provides these discussion forums for the purposes of free exchange of information that will be useful to our members and the general public on physics careers. To maintain the integrity of our site, and to provide a comfortable environment for people to communicate, we ask that you please follow our Rules of Conduct when posting on this site. Your registration must reflect your true identity. You must not represent yourself as someone else. Such behavior may be in violation of federal and state laws in addition a violation of these Rules of Conduct. You will not use any foul or hostile language. This includes any derogatory statements, profanity, obscenity, or obvious indecency. While there is room for spirited debate on the NSBP forums, direct or indirect personal attacks, harassments, insults or derisive postings are not permitted. By participating in NSBP Forums you agree to not post any materials that can be...

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