About this Event
Join us for a day of networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration with fellow nanofabrication and characterization managers in the Midwest region, hosted by the MiNDS Cleanroom at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
This in-person event, named in honor of one of the founders, Meredith Metzler, will feature insightful talks and opportunities to connect with peer experts. Sponsored by Sentech Instruments, the event is full day of collaborative talks and discussions on Friday, Oct 30. Arrive the evening prior, as registration includes a chance to network and to meet our sponsors.
Don’t miss this chance to stay up-to-date on the latest trends, best practices, and developments in nanofab and characterization operations management. See you there!
Getting Here
Terra Haute is easily reachable from throughout the Midwest region by car and air travel.
By Air
The closest major commercial airport is Indianapolis International Airport (IND), located about 60 miles east of Terre Haute (roughly a 1-hour drive via I-70 W). Terre Haute Regional Airport (HUF) is nearby for general aviation. From IND, you can reach campus via rental car or ride-share services.
By Car
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is conveniently located directly off US-40 (Wabash Avenue), just a short drive from I-70. It offers easy highway access from Indianapolis, St. Louis, Chicago, and other surrounding Midwest cities. Parking details and campus access information will be shared with attendees closer to the event date.
Accommodations
Recommended:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Terre Haute by IHG
2645 South Joe Fox Street, Terre Haute, IN 47803
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/terre-haute/hufes/hoteldetail
There are also several additional hotel options in the Terra Haute area within a short drive of the conference location.
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Networking Reception - Thursday night (10/29)
Info: Networking reception with drinks and light fair
at T.B.A.
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Light Breakfast and Networking
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:10 AM
Welcome - Friday
Host: Vishva Ray
🕑: 09:10 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome to Rose-Hulman! - Undergrads in Nanofab
Host: Nicole Pfiester, RHIT
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Sponsor Presentation - Sentech Instruments
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee Break
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Tool Interlocks in a User Facility
Host: Myles McKenna, University of Michigan
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
TBA
Host: TBA
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Lunch and Group Photo
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PM
RHIT Ventures and discussion of funding models
Host: TBA
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Best Kept Secrets in Fab Panel
Host: Serkan Butun
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Wrap-Up and Discussion of Future Topics
🕑: 03:30 PM
Optional Lab Tours
Event venue & nearby stays
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, 5500 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, United States
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