Welcome to THE Reno
Tahoe Photonics CHAPTER!
The
Reno-Tahoe Photonics Cluster is organized
as a local chapter of the Optical Society of America (OSA).
The
driving force for congregating is the
common interest of the members in Photonics,
including Optics, Lasers, Electro-Optics,
Sensors, MEMS, Nanotech, Micro lithography,
Microscopy, Astronomy, Spectroscopy, Biotech
Instrumentation.
The
Cluster will convene for monthly meetings
beginning with a presentation consisting
of a Photonics related topic and discussion
followed by enjoying a dinner together
in a social setting.
The
Cluster welcomes other local Chapters
like LEOS.
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April
2010 marks our sixth year for
the Reno Tahoe Photonics Cluster!
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| Come see us at our booth at the 2010 NCET Expo! |
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New engineering students pursuing a career in energy can apply for $6,500 annual scholarships in the new “E-Scholars Program: Fostering Engineering Careers in Energy” at the University of Nevada, Reno. The program is funded through a $600,000 National Science Foundation grant to provide financial, academic and professional development support for 20 incoming freshman studying renewable energy.
“This is a tremendous opportunity for students interested in energy, especially renewable energy,” Jeff LaCombe, associate professor in the chemical and metallurgical engineering department said. “The students will be supported all four years, as long as they meet goals, both in program participation and academic achievement.”
The National Science Foundation award will allow the E-scholars program, to provide four-year continual support geared towards students with demonstrated financial need. Additional support will be given through study skills training, tutoring, organized peer study groups, field trips, demonstrations, interaction with industry visitors to campus and internship opportunities.
“Energy, and specifically renewable energy, has become increasingly important to Nevada’s economy,” Manos Maragakis, dean of the College of Engineering, said. “This grant will allow us to build on our strong renewable energy program, our dozens of renewable energy research projects and will provide qualified graduates to the energy industry in Nevada.”
Applications are due July 2, 2010. Applicants must be freshmen enrolled in any engineering major entering full-time study in the fall of 2010. The E-Scholars program will be administered by the University’s TRiO Scholars Program, which will provide participants with the academic assistance and support necessary to successfully complete their baccalaureate degree.
For more information, and to apply, visit the E-Scholars website: http://www.unr.edu/e-scholars, or contact Rita Escher, Director of Academic & Opportunity Support Programs at 775-682-7780. |
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