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Giles County High School Investigates at the VINSE Forensics Lab
What secrets can a 鈥渃rime scene鈥 reveal if you know where to look? On Thursday, January 15th, VINSE welcomed 16 students from Giles County High School to our Forensics Lab for a hands-on investigation into the science behind solving mysteries. During the program, students tackled a whodunnit-themed challenge using… Read MoreJan. 15, 2026
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Bryce Ware promoted to Associate Tech Crew
VINSE is excited to announce the promotion of Bryce Ware from Tech Crew to Associate Tech Crew, in recognition of his contributions to research, cleanroom operations, and outreach. Bryce has been instrumental in developing and strengthening electrical characterization capabilities at… Read MoreJan. 6, 2026
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VINSE Welcomes Matthew Day
Starting in January 2026, Dr. Day will join 天美传媒官网 as an Assistant Professor with a joint appointment in the Department of Physics & Astronomy and the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. His research group will explore quantum materials using advanced optoelectronic techniques, expanding Vanderbilt鈥檚 strengths at the intersection… Read MoreJan. 2, 2026
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25th NanoDay Photo Gallery Now Available
Photos from the 25th VINSE NanoDay are now available to view and download. The gallery captures highlights from the day, including hands-on demonstrations, research posters, and moments from across the VINSE community. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this milestone NanoDay. Read MoreDec. 17, 2025
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Now Hiring: VINSE Summer Undergraduate Tech Crew!
Are you interested in gaining hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art research environment? The VINSE Summer Tech Crew program offers Vanderbilt students a unique opportunity to work in a Class 100 cleanroom while supporting cutting-edge research, education, and outreach. What is the VINSE Summer Tech Crew?… Read MoreDec. 17, 2025
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Seeding Success Award Supports New Laser Writer for VINSE
VINSE has received a Seeding Success award to support the acquisition of a new Heidelberg 碌MLA Laser Writer for the VINSE cleanroom. The proposal was led by Matthew Day, Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy and Electrical and Computer Engineering, who serves as principal investigator. The new… Read MoreDec. 16, 2025
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From Concept to Pitch: Vanderbilt鈥檚 Nanoscale Innovation Course Drives Student Innovation
The Nanoscale Innovation and Making course challenged Vanderbilt students to solve large problems using nanoscience. Students from majors such as computer science, engineering, and economics participated, resulting in a diverse array of product prototype ideas. Students in this hands-on course applied nanotechnology, entrepreneurship, and business strategy in both the classroom… Read MoreDec. 15, 2025
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VINSE Community Picnic, 04/04/26
The VINSE Picnic is back! Join us for a day of food, drink, and fun! RSVP. Only registered guests will get a raffle ticket! Where:聽Edwin Warner Park, Picnic Shelter 5 (driving instructions here) When:聽April 4 from 11:00-1:30 What: Bubble Soccer,… Read MoreDec. 14, 2025
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VINSE Colloquium: Student Selected Speaker Dr. Guihua Yu, 04/17/26
Guihua Yu John J. McKetta Centennial Energy Chair in Engineering University of Texas at Austin A Soft Material Paradigm for Addressing Energy-Water Nexus Challenges 04.17.26聽 |聽 12:10pm |聽 FGH 134 Dr.聽Guihua Yu is the John J. McKetta Centennial Energy Chair Professor of Materials Science and Engineering and… Read MoreDec. 14, 2025
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Spotlight on Haley Dishmann: Exploring Precise Material Engineering and Advancing Electronic Devices
Haley Dishmann Graduate Student, Electrical and Computer Engineering Mona Ebrish Research Group My inspiration to pursue my current research area is rooted in my undergraduate experiences. As a proud HBCU graduate from Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University, I was introduced to device fabrication through research opportunities supported by… Read MoreDec. 14, 2025