MADNano2017: Mid-Atlantic DNA Nanotechnology Symposium Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology, NIST Gaithersburg, MD, United States, December 8, 2017 |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=madnano2017 |
Abstract registration deadline | October 22, 2017 |
Submission deadline | October 22, 2017 |
Is it possible to make DNA do our bidding? MADNano2017 is the second conference in the series focused on cutting-edge research in the field of DNA Nanotechnology in the mid-Atlantic region. This conference seeks to stimulate intelligent discussions and foster interdisciplinary and technological collaborations within the scientific community of this region. Scientists, researchers, and students are invited to a day-long symposium that comprises short talks on recent advances in DNA nanotechnology, poster sessions, and networking opportunities to engage with local experts in this burgeoning and exciting field. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) the Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology (http://cnst.nist.gov) is graciously hosting the event.
Information about the first MADNano conference can be found here.
Registration
- Enter your name and information as Author 1. Select yourself as the Corresponding Author.
- If you do not wish to submit an abstract please type "n/a" in the Title, Keywords, and Abstract sections.
- In the question "Submission Type", please select "none".
Venue
The conference will be at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) the Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology (http://cnst.nist.gov). The room designator is Building 215, Room C103. Everyone visiting NIST will have to go through security at the NIST main gate at 100 Bureau Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20899. Link to Google Maps
NIST Visitor Registration
For visitor registration at the venue- All visitors are required to login to the NIST visitor registration portal prior to their arrival at NIST. After your initial MADNano EasyChair submission you will receive an email from NIST containing a secure link to their visitor registration portal. Once you receive this email, visit the link and complete the NIST required visitor registration. If you have any questions or problems we ask that you send an email to william.klein.ctr@nrl.navy.mil, describing the problem.
US Citizens- US citizens are required to bring a REAL ID in order to enter NIST. NIST can only accept a state-issued driver's license or identification card for access to federal facilities if issued by states that are REAL ID compliant or have an extension. Driver's licenses from the following states and territories will NOT be accepted for entry to NIST: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, and Oklahoma. In addition, only enhanced driver's licenses (identified by the American flag on the face of the card) will be accepted from the following three states: Minnesota, New York, and Washington State. NIST currently accepts other forms of federally issued identification in lieu of a state-issued driver's license, such as a valid passport, passport card, DOD's Common Access Card (CAC), Veterans ID, Federal Agency HSPD-12 IDs, Military Dependents ID, Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC), and TSA Trusted Traveler ID.
US Permanent Residents- You will need to bring your "green card" with you on the day of your visit. A driver's license is not sufficient. If you have lost your "green card" then please provide the additional information required for a Non-US Citizen without a "green card". In this case, you would need to bring your current passport to gain admission. If you plan to drive on campus, please also bring your Vehicle Registration or rental car agreement.
Non-US Citizens- It is imperative that you bring your passport along on the day of the symposium.
Unfortunately, without the necessary documents, we will not be able to assist you in acquiring a visitor pass at NIST. If you anticipate any issues, please confirm with the organizers that you have been successfully registered before the meeting.
List of Topics
The key objective of the conference is to facilitate fruitful interaction between scientists in the field of DNA Nanotechnology within the DMV area. Therefore, we invite scientists to submit abstracts on any subject relevant to the field of DNA Nanotechnology, its applications, or on topics of potential interest to the community.
Submission Guidelines
The following suggested submission categories are welcome:
- Conference talks- Selected abstracts are invited for a 20 or 30-minute long talks describing the motivation and key findings of the work.
- Posters- Selected abstracts are invited for poster presentations. Poster size must adhere to no more than 48 inches per side.
Tentative Schedule
- Friday, December 8th, 2017, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
- Talks in the morning and afternoon with breaks for light refreshments and lunch
- Poster Sessions - late afternoon
Driving Directions
From northbound I-270: Take Exit 10, Route 117 West, Clopper Road. Bear right at the first light onto Clopper Road/West Diamond Avenue. At the next light, turn left onto the NIST grounds.
From southbound I-270: Take Exit 11, Route 124, Montgomery Village Avenue/Quince Orchard Road. Bear right at the light onto Route 124 West, Quince Orchard Road. After you merge onto Rt. 124, Quince Orchard Road, turn left at the second light onto Route 117, West Diamond Avenue. Turn right at the first light onto NIST grounds.
Parking is free. Visitors may park in any spaces EXCEPT marked or reserved spaces.
Contact
All conference-related queries can be emailed to:
Dr. William P. Klein - william.klein.ctr@nrl.navy.mil
Dr. Divita Mathur - divita.mathur.ctr.in@nrl.navy.mil
Sponsors
With the generous support of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, there will be a light lunch and coffee along with other refreshments.
Organizers
Dr. J. Alexander Liddle (NIST)
Dr. Paul Paukstelis (UMD)
Dr. Rebecca Schulman (JHU)
Dr. Igor Medintz (NRL)
Dr. William P. Klein (NRC Postdoc at NRL)
Dr. Divita Mathur (GMU Postdoc at NRL)
Dr. Hieu Bui (NRC Postdoc at NRL)