SNO 2018 is coming to you at:
Hilton Alexandria Old Town
11767 King Street,
Alexandria, VA, United States
Become a SNO member now!!
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2018 SNO Conference Committee:
Dr. Elijah Petersen, Conference Chair
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Dr. Barbara Karn, SNO Co-Founder
Dr. Wunmi Sadik, SNO Co-Founder, SNO President
Professor of Bioanalytical and Environmental Chemistry,
SUNY-Binghamton
Dr. Vinka Oyanedel-Craver, SNO President-Elect
Associate Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of Rhode Island, USA
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Conference registration Early registration: Saturday,
September 15, 2018
$400 @ Regular Member (paid dues
before September 1, 2018)
$535 @ Regular Non-member
$435 @ Government
$300 @ Student
$200 @ One-Day registration
Late registration (additional $100):
September 16 - November 04, 2018
Hotel registration
Deadline for reservations to get SNO
rate: Sunday, October 7, 2018
Conference rate is $189/night.
Conference Sessions Chairs
Tribute to Barbara Karn: Dr. Nora Savage, National Science
Foundation, and Dr. Wunmi Sadik, SUNY-Binghamton.
Education: Dr. Vinka Oyanedel-Craver, University of Rhode Island.
Fate and Exposure: Dr. Stacey Louie, University of Houston.
Water Treatment: Dr. Francois Perreault, Arizona State University.
Ecotoxicology: Dr. Adeyemi Adeleye, University of California, Irvine.
Agriculture: Dr. Cristina Sabliov, Louisiana State University.
Life Cycle and Sustainable Manufacture: Dr. Desiree Plata, Yale
University.
Sensors/Measurement: Dr. Chenzhong Li, National Science
Foundation.
Green Synthesis: Dr. Zeev Rosenzweig, University of Maryland,
Baltimore County.
Nanomedicine/Alternative Test Methods: Dr. Monita Sharma, PETA
International Science Consortium
2018 SNO Emerging Investigator Award
Application Deadline: August 17, 2018
The SNO Emerging Investigator designation gives recognition to
emerging scientists and engineers working in the area of
sustainable nanotechnology. In recognition of this designation, a
certificate and cash award will be presented at the 2018 SNO
Conference. Criteria and eligibility include:
1. Investigators who are within the first 10 years post Ph.D.
2. An impactful body of independent work and publications in
the area of sustainable nanotechnology: environmental,
societal, or economic.
3. Attendance at the 2018 SNO Conference in Washington
DC, November 8th - 10th The nomination consists of a single (1-page max) nomination
letter, a second (1-page max) support letter and a 2-page CV (self-
nominations are not accepted). The nomination letter should
describe how the nominee's research impacts the field of
sustainable nanotechnology. The support letter should focus on
the nominee's teaching, service and leadership in the field of
sustainable nanotechnology. Both the nomination and support
letters can be made by SNO members. Nominations are not
restricted to the US or UK.
Letters and CV are due to Dr. Vicki H. Grassian
([email protected]) by August 17, 2018.
The selected Emerging Investigator will be honored at the SNO
Awards dinner on Friday, November 9, 2018.
WHY JOIN SNO?
SNO is the only permanent professional
science and engineering organization
devoted solely to nanotechnology and,
in particular, how nanotechnology
relates to sustainability. In addition to
SNO's yearly conference, SNO partners
with other groups to hold conferences
and workshops. SNO is part of the US
Science and Engineering Expo and uses
its webpage and newsletter to reach out
to members and other nanotechnology
colleagues. By joining SNO, you
become a part of a dedicated network of
professionals involved in research,
education, and responsibility toward
nanotechnology.
SNO Membership Benefits Discounts on SNO meetings and
workshops
Opportunity to present your research
at SNO meetings and workshops
Professional networking
Career development
Publication opportunities in
professional journal
Newsletter and communications
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Poster Competition
Application Deadline: Friday, August 17, 2018.
This conference is able to support up to 20 graduate student
awards and 4 undergraduate awards in the amount of $500
each. Applicants for the award must be SNO members.
Eligibility and requirements:
1. Student must attend the conference.
2. Former award winners are not eligible.
3. Student must fill out the student award form
http://susnano.org/SNO2018/student-awards-2018.html,
including a 250 words assay justifying why you should
receive the award.
4. A CV should be included with the application.
2018 SNO Student Awards
NANO-PITCH CONTEST FOR STUDENTS
• Student submissions to the SNO
Poster Session will be entered
into a poster competition for a
chance to win cash awards.
Eligible participants include
anyone not already receiving a
Poster Award from SNO.
• Purpose: Recognize
outstanding student poster
presentations at the SNO annual
conference.
• Eligibility: Undergraduate,
graduate students, and
postdocs.
• Who can Join? Students involved in sustainable nanotechnology research
• How to Join? Sign-up at the registration desk on November 9, 2017 by 2:00 PM. Please check
at the registration desk at ~5:00 PM whether you are among the shortlisted participants
• When and Where? Friday, November 9, 2018 after dinner.
• Speak for 100 seconds and win cash awards! Pitch a problem or opportunity connected with
your sustainable nanotechnology research in a clear, compelling manner in 100 seconds.
• You should address:
Problem or opportunity addressed (What is the real-life problem)
Proposed solution(s) (How does your work/approach solve the problem in a unique way?)
Potential impacts (What will be the impact/s of your research if you are successful?)
Prepare one PowerPoint slide (No animation) and use it during your presentation – please
bring it in a flash drive.
• The slide must have a title for the pitch and presenter's name. (Tips: Your pitch
will be judged using a rubric with points for (1) Problem Statement, (2) Proposed
Solution/s, (3) Boarder Impacts, (4) Slide Design, and (5) Poise/Style.
• While humor is encouraged (but not necessary), your pitch should primarily try
to convince the audience that your research (on sustainable nanotechnology) is
important to solve a problem(s) and it has immense broader impacts.
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Mihail C. Roco, Ph.D. Dr. Mike Roco is the Senior Advisor for Science and Engineering at the National
Science Foundation and founding chair of the U.S. National Science and Technology
Council's subcommittee on Nanoscale Science, Engineering and Technology (NSET).
Prior to joining National Science Foundation, he was professor of mechanical and
chemical engineering. Dr. Roco is credited with thirteen inventions, contributed over
two hundred articles and twenty books on multiphase systems, computer simulations,
laser measurements, nanoparticles and nanosystems, and trends in emerging
technologies. Recent volumes include "Convergence of Knowledge, Technology and
Society" and "Nanotechnology Research Directions for Societal Needs in 2020". He
proposed the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) on March 11, 1999, at the
White House, and is a key architect of the NNI. Dr. Roco is Correspondent Member of
the Swiss Academy of Engineering Sciences, Honorary Member of the Romanian Academy, and Fellow of the
ASME, IoPhysics and AIChE. Dr. Roco is editor-in-chief for the Journal of Nanoparticle Research. He was
awarded the National Materials Advancement Award in 2007 "as the individual most responsible for support and
investment in nanotechnology by government, industry, and academia worldwide", and received the IUMRS
"Global Leadership and Service Award" at the EU Parliament in 2015 for "vision and dedicated leadership that
has made major impact to all citizens around the world."
Hongda Chen, Ph.D. Dr. Hongda Chen is the National Program Leader for Bioprocess Engineering and
Nanotechnology at National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), USDA. He
provides national leadership to develop nanoscale science, engineering, and technology
for agriculture and food systems, and provides national leadership in engineering
approaches for research, development, education and extension in food quality, safety
and nutritional value. Currently, he directs Enhancing Food Safety through Improved
Processing Technologies in the Food Safety Challenge programs; and Nanotechnology
for Agriculture and Food Systems in the Foundation programs of the Agriculture and
Food Research Initiative (AFRI) – the flagship of NIFA’s competitive grants program.
He has been a representative of USDA in the NSTC subcommittee on Nanoscale
Science, Engineering and Technology (NSET) since 2001. He served as a Co-Chair of
the 2010 NNI Strategic Planning Task Force. He has spoken frequently on nanotechnology for agriculture and
foods at conferences, symposia, and strategic planning meetings both in US and internationally. Dr. Chen received
his Ph.D. in engineering from University of California, Davis. He was a professor of food engineering at
University of Vermont from 1990 to 2000. Dr. Chen is an elected Fellow of Institute of Food Technologists (IFT),
and a Fellow of International Academy of Food Science and Technology (IAFoST) of IUFoST.
Treye Thomas, Ph.D. Dr. Treye A. Thomas is the Leader of the Chemicals Hazards Program team Nanotechnology
and Emerging Materials Program in the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's
(CPSC) Office of Hazard Identification and Reduction. His responsibilities include
establishing priorities and agency activities to identify and mitigate potential health risks
to consumers resulting from product use. Dr. Thomas has conducted comprehensive
exposure assessment studies of chemicals in consumer products and quantified the
potential health risks to consumers exposed to various chemicals. He was responsible for
developing the CPSC nanotechnology program and continues to identify key emerging
product areas. He has served as a CPSC representative on a number of nanotechnology
committees including the Federal Nanoscale Science, Engineering, and Technology
(NSET) subcommittee, and is the co-chair for the Nanotechnology Environmental and
Health Implications (NEHI) working group. Dr. Thomas received a Bachelor's Degree in
Chemistry from UCR, a Master's degree in Environmental Health Sciences from UCLA, and a PhD in
Environmental Sciences at the UT, Health Science Center. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Industrial
Toxicology at the Warner-Lambert Corporation (now Pfizer Pharmaceutical).
2018 SNO Plenary Speakers
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Lynn Bergerson. Ms. Bergeson is the managing partner at the Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®). Ms. Bergeson has earned
an international reputation for her deep and expansive understanding of the Toxic Substances Control
Act (TSCA), the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), European Union
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), and especially how
these regulatory programs pertain to nanotechnology, biotechnology, and other emerging
transformative technologies. Her knowledge of and involvement in the policy process allows her to
develop client-focused strategies whether advocating before Congress, the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), or other governance and
standard-setting bodies. Ms. Bergeson counsels corporations, trade associations, and business
consortia on a wide range of issues pertaining to chemical hazard, exposure and risk assessment, risk
communication, minimizing legal liability, and evolving regulatory and policy matters pertinent to
products of conventional, biotechnology, biobased chemicals, nanotechnologies, and other emerging technologies, particularly
with respect to TSCA, FIFRA, Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA), REACH, and Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) matters. According to the 2012 Chambers USA Guide: "The universally highly regarded Lynn
Bergeson of Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. has a solid reputation in chemical and pesticide regulatory work, with particular
expertise in nanotechnology. Peers predict that she is set to become "one of the most important lawyers in America."
Barbara Karn, Ph.D. Dr. Barbara Karn is currently Co-founder and Executive Director of The Sustainable Nanotechnology
Organization (SNO). She recently retired as a program director at the National Science Foundation,
managing research grants in the environment, health and safety of nanotechnology. Dr. Karn taught
environmental science at George Washington University. Prior to joining NSF, she was an
environmental scientist at EPA where she built and managed a research grant program in
nanotechnology and the environment. Dr. Karn was named one of the Top Ten Experts in
nanotechnology environment, health and safety issues by Nanotechnology Law and Business.
Recently she was given an ACS award for her 10 years in leading the symposium on Nanotechnology
and the Environment. She continues to serve as a senior advisor to the project on Emerging
Nanotechnologies at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.
Scott Brown, Ph.D. Dr. Scott Brown is currently the Principal Investigator at The Chemours Company. He is serving as a
corporate consultant in particle science, colloids, nanotechnology, and surface phenomena for product development and process
improvement teams. He is also leading Chemour's internal Nanomaterials Regulatory Knowledge
Cluster team focused on monitoring global activity regarding the regulation of nanomaterials and
advocating for clear science and risk-based policies. He is also serves as the Nanotechnology Expert
Team member of the Business and Industry Advisory Council (BIAC) to the OECD (Organization
for Economic Co-operation and Development). He also serves as the Chair of the American
Chemistry Council (ACC) Nanotechnology Panel. He served as an Innovation Panel member for the
NSF Center for Sustainable Nanotechnologies. Dr. Brown is an active reviewer for multiple journal
and research funding programs. Before Chemours, Dr. Brown was a Sr. Research Scientist in Du
Pont from 2010-2015 where he led the integration of several new technologies for the advanced
characterization of particulate materials and interfaces as well as developed fundamental structure-
property correlations for existing DuPont products and next generation materials to enable rational design strategies for
applications in the microelectronic, bioscience, nutrition and health and polymer composite sectors. Dr. Brown was also a
research faculty member in the Particle Engineering Research Center (PERC), Center for Nano-bio Sensor (CNBS), NSF
Center for Particulate and Surfactant Science (CPASS) at the University of Florida. There, he was awarded multiple federal
and state funded grants involving engineered nanomaterials, nano-EHS, nano-medicine and advanced applications of surface
probe microscopy (SPM) totaling more than $2M direct costs.
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