Sandia Science & Technology Park

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History: “Science is Everywhere” Camps

Linda von Boetticher — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:06:20 +0000

Experience the wonders of science at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History at our week-long “Science is Everywhere” camps. These adventures afford an opportunity to involve children, ages 6 to 13, in activities across a spectrum of topics. Along with the ever-popular RoboQuest classes, camps will include Great Inventors, Chemistry in the Kitchen, Crimes and Clues, Grossology, Going Green, and Rockets, Rockets, Rockets!

For more information, call 245-2137 or visit http://www.nuclearmuseum.org/for-families/kids-camp/

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National Museum of Nuclear Science & History: Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Day

Linda von Boetticher — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:02:24 +0000

Treat your senses to a day of colorful beauty, dancing, and breathtaking tradition at the 16th Annual Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Day. Come and celebrate the cultural traditions, ancestry, native languages, and unique experiences represented among ethnic groups from Asia and the Pacific.

Museum visitors will be treated to mouth-watering food samples as well as performances of Chinese martial arts, Thai dancing, Japanese Taiko drumming, and much more!

Opening remarks will be given by Kim Sawyer, Deputy Laboratories Director and Executive VP for Mission Support of Sandia National Labs.

There is no additional cost to attend the event beyond the Museum’s usual admission of $8 for adults and $7 for youth and seniors.

For more information, please call 505-245-2137 or visit www.nuclearmuseum.org

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National Museum of Nuclear Science & History: “Solar Eclipse: A Nuclear View”

Linda von Boetticher — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:54:55 +0000

The evening will include observing with astronomers from The Albuquerque Astronomical Society, hands-on activities for children, and food vendors. Visitors receive a free pair of sun-safe glasses with their admission. The eclipse of the largest nuclear reactor known to man – our sun – is the first annular eclipse to take place in the mainland US since 1994, and the next one won’t come until 2023. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the show!

For further information, contact the Museum at 505-245-2137 or visit www.nuclearmuseum.org

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National Museum of Nuclear Science & History: “Green Glass Morning: Dawn of the Atomic Age” Exhibit

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:24:48 +0000

The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will open an exhibit of 80 photographs, including both rarely seen images taken in 1945 at the Trinity Site near Socorro and images taken in 2012 of the same locations.

The Trinity Site, one of New Mexico’s most historic locations, is no longer covered with the glassified remains of the desert sand, known as “Trinitite,” left from the intense heat of the Trinity test on July 16, 1945. On that day the secret atomic bomb project at Los Alamos was tested with the detonation of the “gadget,” leaving a covering of melted green glass on the desert floor. Most of the chunks of green Trinitite were later removed, although visitors can still find small pieces of it on the ground. The unclassified photographs were given to the Museum by personnel at the White Sands National Monument (which now encompasses the Trinity Site), after being stored in obscurity for decades. The images tell the story of the establishment of the base camp in 1944 by soldiers, as well as, images of the 100-ton test platform tower (a test prior to the main test of the “gadget”), of the Jumbo container (built to contain the explosion, but never used), bunkers built to shield photographic and scientific experiment equipment, and much more.

“These photos depict the secret activities of the remote desert site,” said Jim Walther, Director of the Museum. “They are a fascinating glimpse into a time when no one really knew what would be the outcome of the many months of work in Los Alamos.” The Trinity Site is open to the public twice a year on the first Saturday in April and in October. The Museum hosts a docent-led tour for these events. Glenn Fye, a photo archivist, took the recent images of the site during one of those days, presenting Trinity as it is seen today. (Public Event)

EDA Industry Roundtable at the Albuquerque Hispano

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:18:34 +0000

The AHCC hosted an industry roundtable for the EDA delegation to interact with leaders from the SS&TP and the wider community. The roundtable discussion gave these leaders an opportunity to share their business experiences. The visit concluded with a tour of the Barelas Economic Opportunity Center.

EDA Visits Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and SS&TP

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:17:50 +0000

Matt S. Erskine, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development; Angela Belden Martinez, Director of External Affairs; and Camille Osborne, Director of Operations for the Southwest Region, visited SNL’s Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT). Carol Adkins, Director of Materials Sciences & Engineering Center, gave an overview of SNL and Neal Shinn, CINT Co-Director, hosted a tour of the facilities. The visitors were then given a bus tour around the SS&TP to learn about the EDA investment at the Park. Hong Hou, President & CEO of EMCORE Corporation, gave a presentation and showcased the company’s concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) technology.

EDA Investment in SS&TP

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:16:50 +0000

Over the years, EDA has invested nearly $3.5M in the Park for fiber cabling, a communications building, equipment to develop the fiber optic network (ORBIT), infrastructure expansion, and a security system using the ORBIT Network. EDA continues to be an active supporter in the SS&TP’s development efforts.

U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:15:38 +0000

One of the key partners in the SS&TP is the EDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce. The mission of the EDA is to lead the federal economic development agenda by promoting competitiveness and preparing the nation’s regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy.

May 2012 Park Post

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:13:14 +0000

U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) – One of the key partners in the SS&TP is the EDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce; EDA Investment in SS&TP – Over the years, EDA has invested nearly $3.5M in the Park for fiber cabling, a communications building, equipment to develop the fiber optic network (ORBIT), infrastructure expansion, and a security system using the ORBIT Network; EDA Visits Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and SS&TP – Matt S. Erskine, Acting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development; Angela Belden Martinez, Director of External Affairs; and Camille Osborne, Director of Operations for the Southwest Region, visited SNL’s Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT); EDA Industry Roundtable at the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce (AHCC) – The AHCC hosted an industry roundtable for the EDA delegation to interact with leaders from the SS&TP and the wider community.

Mazda Computing: New JIT Supplier Tech Expo

Linda von Boetticher — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:20:40 +0000

Mazda is excited to be a new JIT Vendor fror Intel/AMD Based Servers, Workstations, Storage, Networking, and Peripherals.

Please join us at the Technology Expo:

Thursday, April 19, 2012
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Steve Schiff Auditorium (Bldg 825)
Sandia National Laboratories

See flyer for more details! (Public Event)