e3 Information Overload AND Are You 2.0 Yet? - Professional Associations & Societies http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/ E-resources for Engineering Education, plus discussions on various web 2.0 and library issues en-us Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:05:34 EST Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:05:34 EST brian.c.gray@case.edu brian.c.gray@case.edu http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Movable Type v3.121 ASCE Video Contest http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2010/01/06/asce_video_contest American Society of Civil Engineering (ASCE) is sponsoring a contest that asks engineering students to create a short video or... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2010/01/06/asce_video_contest Blog: e3 Information Overload Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:05:34 EST American Society of Civil Engineering (ASCE) is sponsoring a contest that asks engineering students to create a short video or slide show to illustrate why your school is THE BEST at applying your engineering knowledge and skills to volunteer projects that make a difference. See contest rules for full details.
ASCE is this year’s national society chair for Engineers Week 2010, along with honorary corporate chair ExxonMobil. The National Engineers Week Foundation is a coalition of more than 100 professional societies, major corporations and government agencies dedicated to ensuring a diverse and well-educated future engineering workforce and to raising public understanding and appreciation of engineers’ contributions to society.

]]> Online Engineering Video Competition on 'How Engineers Make a World of Difference' http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/12/30/online_engineering_video_competition_on_how_engineers_make_a_world_of_difference IEEE-USA is launching the organization's third online engineering video competition for undergraduate students on "How Engineers Make a World of... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/12/30/online_engineering_video_competition_on_how_engineers_make_a_world_of_difference Blog: e3 Information Overload Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:07:10 EST IEEE-USA is launching the organization's third online engineering video competition for undergraduate students on "How Engineers Make a World of Difference." IEEE-USA will present four scholarship awards totaling $5,000 to undergraduates who create the most effective 90-second video clips reinforcing for an 11-to-13-year-old audience how engineers improve the world. Entries must be submitted through YouTube by midnight Eastern Time on Friday, 15 January 2010. Winning entries will be announced and shown during Engineers Week, 14-20 February 2010.

See full press release for details.

]]> Congratulations to Chung-Chiun Liu http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/11/08/congratulations_to_chungchiun_liu From CASE DAILY (November 5, 2009): Chung-Chiun Liu, the Wallace R. Persons Professor of Sensor Technology and Control Professor of... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/11/08/congratulations_to_chungchiun_liu Blog: e3 Information Overload Case Awards, News, or Publications Chemical Engineering Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:12:46 EST From CASE DAILY (November 5, 2009):
Chung-Chiun Liu, the Wallace R. Persons Professor of Sensor Technology and Control Professor of Chemical Engineering in the Department of Chemical Engineering, has been admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry.

]]> ASM International's Geodesic Dome http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/08/31/asm_internationals_geodesic_dome According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer (August 30, 2009) the ASM International's geodesic dome has been nominated to be listed... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/08/31/asm_internationals_geodesic_dome Blog: e3 Information Overload Engineering Materials Science News from the Field Northeast Ohio Professional Associations & Societies Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:49:28 EST According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer (August 30, 2009) the ASM International's geodesic dome has been nominated to be listed with the National Register of Historic Places.

See a picture of the structure and get more details at the ASM website about Materials Park.

]]> Major Chemistry Publisher Apparently Phasing Out Print Journals http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/07/07/major_chemistry_publisher_apparently_phasing_out_print_journals It appears from an article in Nature (Published online 17 June 2009) that the American Chemical Society has announces steps... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/07/07/major_chemistry_publisher_apparently_phasing_out_print_journals Applied Sciences Blog: e3 Information Overload Chemical Engineering Chemistry & Chemicals Databases, Publishers, & Vendor Updates Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Scientific Publishing & Data Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:54:43 EST It appears from an article in Nature (Published online 17 June 2009) that the American Chemical Society has announces steps to phase out their print journals in favor of all electronic access.

I wondered what major publisher would be first to take this action.

]]> Virtual Career Fair in Second Life http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/06/07/virtual_career_fair_in_second_life The American Chemical Society (ACS) is holding a Virtual Career Fair in Second Life from June 8-12, 2009.... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/06/07/virtual_career_fair_in_second_life Blog: Are You 2.0 Yet Blog: e3 Information Overload Chemical Engineering Chemistry & Chemicals Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Science and Technology Second Life Web 2.0 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:34:43 EST The American Chemical Society (ACS) is holding a Virtual Career Fair in Second Life from June 8-12, 2009.

]]> NanoTube Contest - What is "Nano" ? http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/01/10/nanotube_contest_what_is_nano From the ACS Nanotation NanoTube webpage:The concept of "nano" has captured the interest and excitement of researchers and science-enthusiasts alike,... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2009/01/10/nanotube_contest_what_is_nano Audio & Video Blog: e3 Information Overload Engineering Nanotechnology News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Web 2.0 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 22:19:33 EST From the ACS Nanotation NanoTube webpage:
The concept of "nano" has captured the interest and excitement of researchers and science-enthusiasts alike, but the question remains - what is "nano"? How is "nano" best visualized? Where is "nano" headed? Send us your ideas in the form of an original creative video and you could win $500 in cash!

Video submissions will be accepted from January 5 - March 15, 2009. Videos are limited to 3 minutes or less, and will be judged on creativity, scientific clarity of explanation, originality and quality of the video. Entrants are encouraged to submit their videos early, since early submissions will have the best chance to accumulate a greater number of votes.

Visit the website to submit a video, vote for your favorite, or see the rules.

]]> ACS Nanotation http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/10/30/acs_nanotation On Monday, Oct. 22nd, ACS Publications launched ACS Nanotation, a new website created to bring together the worldwide nano community.... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/10/30/acs_nanotation Blog: e3 Information Overload Engineering Nanotechnology News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Tue, 30 Oct 2007 07:00:00 EST On Monday, Oct. 22nd, ACS Publications launched ACS Nanotation, a new website created to bring together the worldwide nano community. This free online resource enables nanoscientists to save time by reading reviews that identify the most significant, new research. It includes:
  • Nano Picks
  • Ask the Scientist: Nano Letters
  • ACS Journals in Focus
  • Image gallery, podcasts, and NanoTube
  • Wiki of terminology
ACS Nanotation—it's new, it's free, and you could win an iPod® nano. One iPod® nano will be awarded each month through December 2007. Register at ACS Nanotation.

]]> National Chemistry Week: October 21-27, 2007 http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/10/22/national_chemistry_week_october_2127_2007 During this week, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of National Chemistry Week as promoted by the American Chemical Society.... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/10/22/national_chemistry_week_october_2127_2007 Blog: e3 Information Overload Chemistry & Chemicals News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Science and Technology Mon, 22 Oct 2007 21:50:48 EST During this week, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of National Chemistry Week as promoted by the American Chemical Society.

]]> FREE ASM Trial Membership through October 1 http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/08/20/free_asm_trial_membership_through_october_1 Become an ASM Member or Trial Member to be eligible to WIN up to $10,000 in ASM products and services... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/08/20/free_asm_trial_membership_through_october_1 Blog: e3 Information Overload Databases, Publishers, & Vendor Updates Engineering Materials Science Mechanical Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Mon, 20 Aug 2007 08:00:00 EST Become an ASM Member or Trial Member to be eligible to WIN up to $10,000 in ASM products and services in the $35,000 ASM's Everything Material Sweepstakes.

FREE Trial Membership through October 1, 2007, no purchase necessary.

]]> Electron Devices Society PhD Student Fellowship Program http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/04/17/electron_devices_society_phd_student_fellowship_program The IEEE Electron Devices Society (EDS) established the PhD Student Fellowship Program to promote, recognize, and support graduate level study... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/04/17/electron_devices_society_phd_student_fellowship_program Conferences Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Tue, 17 Apr 2007 09:41:00 EST The IEEE Electron Devices Society (EDS) established the PhD Student Fellowship Program to promote, recognize, and support graduate level study and research within the Electron Devices Societies. Deadline is May 15, 2006, and nominations must be made by a EDS member. Students would receive $7,000 and a travel subsidy of up to $3,000 to attend the IEDM for presentation of award plaque. The EDS Newsletter will feature articles about the EDS Graduate Fellows and their work over the course of the next year.Make sure you see the PhD Student Fellowship Program for full details.

]]> NEW - Society of Nanoscience & Nanotechnology http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/04/04/new_society_of_nanoscience_nanotechnology The Society of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (SNN) is a worldwide organisation set up to serve the needs of the “nano”... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/04/04/new_society_of_nanoscience_nanotechnology Conferences Engineering Nanotechnology News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Wed, 04 Apr 2007 09:00:49 EST The Society of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (SNN) is a worldwide organisation set up to serve the needs of the “nano” community. SNN was officially launched to the international community during the recent and very successful “International Meeting on Developments in Materials, Processes and Applications of Nanotechnology”, MPA-2007, organised by SNN, which was held at the University of Ulster, UK on 15 January 2007.

From About Us:

  • Promote all aspects of nanoscience and nanotechnology
  • Educate and bring awareness to people about nanotechnology and its impact on society
  • Raise, discuss and debate nano-related issues, including government policies on nanotechnology
  • Offer different levels of memberships, with benefits, to people working in nanoscience and nanotechnology
  • Organise and manage international nano-related conferences
  • Provide an effective advertising platform for companies to promote their business
  • Promote education and training through organising workshops, short educational courses, seminars, etc.
  • Bringing to the front, current and most recent up-to-date scientific and technical information to the public
  • Provide consultancy services to both people from academia and industry
  • Alert people about new job opportunities
  • Publish journals, reports, books and newsletters
  • National, European and international research projects: identify, link partners and coordinate projects

]]> Challenge to Society Publishers http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/03/22/challenge_to_society_publishers Kimberly Douglas and Dana L. Roth, both of the California Institute of Technology, put forth a challenge for society publishers... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/03/22/challenge_to_society_publishers Libraries & Librarianship News from the Field Open Access Professional Associations & Societies Scientific Publishing & Data Thu, 22 Mar 2007 08:14:41 EST Kimberly Douglas and Dana L. Roth, both of the California Institute of Technology, put forth a challenge for society publishers to not follow in the path of the commercial publishers. In addition, they provide some background into how librarians are "ranking" quality in tough budget times.
University faculty and administrators need to engage with librarians to ensure that the best decisions are being made for the longterm.
[VIA: Chemical & Engineering News, November 20, 2006, Volume 84, Number 47, pp.82-84]

]]> CSA Trust - Winter Newsletter http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/02/24/csa_trust_winter_newsletter The Chemical Structure Association (CSA) Trust has published its winter Newsletter, which is freely available to all at http://csa-trust.org. The... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/02/24/csa_trust_winter_newsletter Applied Sciences Chemical Engineering Chemistry & Chemicals Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Sat, 24 Feb 2007 07:00:00 EST The Chemical Structure Association (CSA) Trust has published its winter Newsletter, which is freely available to all at http://csa-trust.org.

The Chemical Structure Association Trust (CSA Trust) is an internationally recognized, registered charity which promotes education, research and development in the field of storage, processing and retrieval of information about chemical structures, reactions and compounds. Many students and researchers world-wide, who work in this area, have benefited from the Trust Awards and Grants programmes to further their research work.

]]> Student Travel Grants Available for Industrial Electronics Symposium http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/02/17/student_travel_grants_available_for_industrial_electronics_symposium The 2007 IEEE Symposium on Industrial Electronics (ISIE) will be granting nine scholarships of $500 each for students who wish... http://blog.case.edu/bcg8/2007/02/17/student_travel_grants_available_for_industrial_electronics_symposium Blog: e3 Information Overload Conferences Engineering News from the Field Professional Associations & Societies Sat, 17 Feb 2007 12:51:15 EST The 2007 IEEE Symposium on Industrial Electronics (ISIE) will be granting nine scholarships of $500 each for students who wish to attend ISIE between 4-7 June 2007. The purpose of ISIE is to provide a forum for presentation and discussion of state-of-the-art industrial electronics and related areas. Students seeking travel grants must be active student members of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, should reside outside of Vigo, Spain, where the conference is taking place. Applicants must also have a paper that has been accepted at ISIE and will be presenting it. Applications are due on 9 March 2007. For more information, visit: http://www.dte.uvigo.es/isie2007/studentstravelgrant.php

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