MADNano 2019: 2019 Mid-Atlantic DNA Nanotechnology Symposium National Institute of Standards and Technology Gaithersburg, MD, United States, December 9, 2019 |
Conference website | https://www.nist.gov/news-events/events/2019/12/maryland-dna-nanotechnology-conference |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=madnano2019 |
Abstract registration deadline | November 1, 2019 |
Submission deadline | November 1, 2019 |
MADNano is a recurring local conference for the DNA Nanotechnology field in the mid-Atlantic region. Its purpose is to provide opportunities to collaborate and to stimulate intelligent discussions in the 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. Contributors are encouraged to frame their work in the context of the needs of the field as it begins the uphill trek to industrial implementation.
Registration
Registration is free for MADNano2019. Participants (presenters and non-presenters) are, however, required to submit an abstract through easy chair. You will need an EasyChair account if you don't have one already. This is easy to setup by clicking the "Signup" link at the top left corner of the EasyChair's homepage. This will allow us to track the number of attendees as well as acquire a visitor pass for you at the venue (please read NIST Visitor Registration).
Attendees Only:
Instructions for registration WITHOUT a submission- Use the NIST Visitor Registration link below
Venue
The conference will be at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) the Physical Measurement Lab (http://pml.nist.gov). The room designator is Building 101, West Square Room, adjacent to the cafeteria. 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
Register by clicking the "register" button on the linked page.
All visitors are required to login to the NIST visitor registration portal prior to their arrival at NIST. If you have any questions or problems we ask that you send an email to jacob.majikes@nist.gov, 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.
Submission Guidelines
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Conference talks- Selected abstracts are invited for a 20 or 30-minute long talks describing the motivation and key findings of the work.
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Posters- Selected abstracts are invited for poster presentations. Poster size must adhere to no more than 48 inches per side.
Tentative Schedule
- Tuesday, December 9th, 2019, 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
Dr. Jacob Majikes - jacob.majikes@nist.gov
Sponsors
With the generous support of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, there will be a coffee and refreshments.
Organizers
Dr. J. Alexander Liddle (NIST)
Dr. Paul Paukstelis (UMD)
Dr. Rebecca Schulman (JHU)
Dr. Igor Medintz (NRL)
Dr. Divita Mathur (GMU Postdoc at NRL)
Dr. Hieu Bui (Catholic University)
Dr. Remi Veneziano (GMU)
Dr. Jacob Majikes (NIST)