Updates

I know, I know, it's been a long while since I last posted. I could probably launch into explanations as to why that is, but I won't.

So, a few things happened lately that require some updates. First of all, I passed my comprehensive exam and was officially accepted into candidacy for PhD. I had fun writing the written proposal since it was on the subject that I would like to research in real life if/when I get a faculty position. This last semester I also sat in a class on grant writing and it was very helpful in preparations for the comprehensive.

I also received a fellowship from the Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience (NCMN), with a small press release on the subject. Always good for ego-stroking.

On with the updates!

The paper in Advanced Functional Materials finally got out in an issue (as opposed to a preliminary view). In addition, it got to be a front piece with an image designed by Joel Brehm.



The paper also received a press release from UNL, which is always nice.

Surprisingly, we got a very nice present for the end of the year, as our image was included among the images of the year by Nature. I think I will take this opportunity to post that nice image again :-)


I think that's about it for now. Hopefully, this blog will have more good news in the next year. Happy holidays to those who might happen to read this.

Cheers all