Sensors are the focus of May nanomechanics meeting

Benedict Bahner
ASME NEWS

This May, ASME will present its first-ever conference on the subject of nanomechanics — the design, fabrication, and use of structures and devices, both organic and inorganic, with motion or dimensions measured in nanometers.

"Nanomechanics: Sensors and Actuators," on May 18 and 19 at the University of Nevada, Reno, will build on and celebrate the 10-year anniversary of molecular recognition with micro- and nanocantilevers. The meeting will feature pioneers and world experts on nanomechanics presenting the latest results and future possibilities.

Mechanical engineers, designers, electrical engineers, MEMS engineers, research and development engineers, researchers, chemists, biologists, micromachining technicians, venture capitalists, business managers, university faculty and students are all encouraged to attend this new conference.

The meeting has two goals: to provide a forum to educate fellow engineers in nanotechnology and to offer researchers and industrial partners an environment where they can share information. To achieve both of these objectives, the conference will hold a one-day training program on nanomechanics, followed by a one-day program to highlight new developments.

The training program on nanomechanics, on May 18, will focus on sensors and actuators, and encourage the discussion of the science and engineering behind the applications. Topics will include history of microtechnology, fabrication processes, device principles and operation, and the history and motivation of the scanning probe microscope and micro/nanocantilever sensors.

The program on May 19 will feature top researchers and companies who will highlight their achievements. The day will also serve as a forum for information exchange. The focus will be on nanomechanics, specifically, micro and nanocantilever sensors and actuators used for molecular recognition. The goal will be to review the latest advances in biological, chemical and other applications of these sensors and actuators, and describe future research and commercial opportunities.

Before April 1, conference registration is $395 for the general public, $295 for attendees from academia, nonprofit organizations and government agencies, and $95 for students and young engineers. One-day registration is available for $195.

After April 1, registration will be $425 for the general public, $325 for academia, nonprofit and government attendees, and $125 for students and young engineers. One-day registration after April 1 will cost $225.

For more information, visit www.asme.org/events/nanomech or contact Raj Manchanda,
(212) 591-7789, e-mail manchandar@asme.org.

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