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10:30 AM - Optomechanical Crystals
10:30 AM - Fluorescence detection of single molecules near interfaces and in sub-micron fluidic channels

10:30 AM - Charge Sensing and Excited State Spectroscopy in a Si/SiGe Quantum Dot
1:30 PM - Vertical and Horizontal NanoporousAnodic Aluminum Oxide (AAO) Scaffold for Realization of Integrated Self-Assembled Devices

10:30 AM - SEMICONDUCTOR SPINTRONICS
10:45 AM - Neutron Imaging Study at Peking University

9:00 AM - Counterintelligence; Indicators of Espionage 2009-2010

10:30 AM - The Triumph of Random

11/2 -- MONDAY

10:30 AM - CNST NANOFABRICATION RESEARCH GROUP SEMINAR: Optomechanical Crystals
The fact that light carries momentum and can exert a mechanical force was first proposed by Kepler and Newton. The interaction of light with mechanical vibrations, in the form of Brillouin and Raman scattering, has been known since the 1920's and has many practical applications in the fields of spectroscopy and optoelectronics. With the advent of the laser in 1960's, it became possible to manipulate micron-scale dielectric particles using optical "tweezers" as pioneered by Art Ashkin. This was also the beginning of the use of laser beams for the trapping and manipulation of gas-phase atoms, which ultimately led to the demonstration of atomic Bose-Einstein Condensates. More recently, it has been realized that laser light, with its very low intrinsic noise, may be used as an effective method of cooling a macroscopic mechanical resonant element, with hopes of reaching effective temperatures suitable for measuring inherently quantum mechanical behavior. In duality to the cooling effect, it has also been demonstrated that optical amplification from a continuous-wave laser beam can be used to form regenerative mechanical oscillators. With these developments, interest in the new field of cavity-optomechanics has been piqued, with myriad of different materials, devices, and techniques currently being developed. In this talk I will describe some of the on-going work at Caltech to create nano-mechanical structures strongly coupled to internally guided light beams through gradient optical forces. These structures enter physical regimes not possible in more macroscopic devices, with motional mass and effective optomechanical coupling length many orders of magnitude smaller than in Fabry-Perot or whispering-gallery resonators which rely on radiation pressure. I will present recent results on a so-called "zipper" photonic crystal cavity which shows an optical spring effect many times that of the intrinsic mechanical spring, resulting in interesting mechanical mode-mixing and extremely high motion sensitivity. I will also describe efforts to create planar circuits for light and acoustical waves, what we have termed optomechancial crystals. Finally, I will discuss some of the potential applications of these devices to photonics, sensing, and to quantum circuits.
Oskar Painter , Associate Professor, Department of Applied Physics, California Institute of Technology.
217 Bldg, Rm. H107. (NIST Contact: Kartik Srinivasan, 301-975-5938, kartik.srinivasan@nist.gov)

10:30 AM - POLYMERS DIVISION SEMINAR: Fluorescence detection of single molecules near interfaces and in sub-micron fluidic channels
The properties of liquid solutions and the photophysical properties of fluorescent molecules are affected by their nano-scale proximity to dielectric interfaces. This provides potential advantages for total-internal reflection fluorescence measurements and single-molecule detection in sub-micron-sized fluidic channels. To this end, we have fabricated nanochannels within a fused silica lab-on-a-chip device by two methods, reactive ion etching and femtosecond laser machining. We have conducted experiments that demonstrate detection of single fluorescently-labeled proteins in solution within the device with prolonged observation times. The biomolecules are electrokinetically transported along the channel and into a two-focus laser irradiation zone for trapping and spectroscopic measurements. The experiments aim to achieve enhanced single-molecule measurements for monitoring biomolecular conformations.
Lloyd Davis , Professor of Physics at University of Tennessee Space Institute, Tullahoma, TN, ldavis@utsi.edu.
224 Bldg, Rm. A312. (NIST Contact: Gordon Christoppher, 301-975-5805, Gordon.christopher@nist.gov)


11/3 -- TUESDAY

10:30 AM - QUANTUM ELECTRICAL METROLOGY DIVISION SEMINAR: Charge Sensing and Excited State Spectroscopy in a Si/SiGe Quantum Dot
Si quantum dots are interesting for quantum information because of the potential for long spin coherence in this system. In this talk, I will focus on charge sensing in single and double quantum dots. In Si/SiGe, I will discuss recent results using charge sensing to perform excited state spectroscopy on single quantum dots. The quantum dot and charge sensing quantum point contact are defined by the split-gate technique on a Si/ SiGe heterostructure. I will present a new method for calibrating the spectroscopic energy scale when using charge sensing in a few-electron quantum dot. I will also discuss recent results on charge sensing and pulsed gate voltages in Si/SiGe double quantum dots, allowing the demonstration of a Si/SiGe double quantum dot with oneelectron in each dot. Fast readout of charge states is important. So far, in Si/SiGe, we have demonstrated 1ms time resolution. I will discuss the prospects for radio-frequency quantum point contacts in Si/SiGe, and I will present experimental results on an RFQPC realized on GaAs/AlGaAs heterostructure.
Madhu Thalakulam , Research Associate, Department of Physics, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
220 Bldg, Rm. B165. (NIST Contact: David Newell, 301-975-4228, david.newell@nist.gov)

1:30 PM - CNST ENERGY RESEARCH GROUP SEMINAR: Vertical and Horizontal NanoporousAnodic Aluminum Oxide (AAO) Scaffold for Realization of Integrated Self-Assembled Devices
An ordered array of nanoporous anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) is a nano-structured material that self-orders with domains and can be templated for pore ordering over arbitrarily large areas with controlled symmetry. Thin films of AAO have been used as templates for growth of metallic and semiconducting nanodots, and as both templates and scaffolds for growth of nanowires and nanotubes. To incorporate these nanostructures in electrically active devices and systems, it is necessary to have two electrodes at top and bottom of each nanowire. However, AAO has thin insulating barrier oxide and it is desirable to remove the thin barrier oxide at the base of the pores. In this talk, I'll present a new method for perforation of the AAO barrier layer based on anodization of Al/W multilayer films on substrates. Using this technique, I will demonstrate that it is possible to perforate OPA barrier layers for porous structures with small-diameter pores at small spacings without changing pore diameter. In addition, I will present the W interlayer process to fabricate through-pore AAO film on any substrate. Using the process, arrays of various metallic nanowires (Ni, Au, Pt, and carbon nanotube) with diameter of 10 ~ 100 nm were grown in an AAO scaffold on electrically connected to conducting substrates by electrochemical and chemical vapor deposition techniques. In addition, fabrication of the horizontal pore arrays will be presented for assembling massively ordered arrays of nanotubes and nanowires in the plane of a substrate for devices such as a field-effect transistor.
Jihun Oh , Postdoctoral Candidate.
Bldg. 217, Rm. H107. (NIST Contact: Fred Sharifi, 301-975-6433, fred.sharifi@nist.gov)


11/4 -- WEDNESDAY

10:30 AM - CNST ELECTRON PHYSICS GROUP SEMINAR: SEMICONDUCTOR SPINTRONICS
This seminar will present a brief overview of two programs on semiconductor spintronics at NRL. First, we describe a simple and efficient way to electrically inject spin-polarized electrons from Fe/Al2O3 and Fe/SiO2 tunnel barrier contacts into silicon, achieving a majority electron spin polarization of at least 30% [1]. We generate both spin-polarized charge currents and pure spin diffusion currents using a non-local spin valve (NLSV) lateral transport structure, and demonstrate that we can manipulate and electrically detect the polarization of the pure spin current [2,3] as required for information processing. This pure spin current produces a net spin polarization and an imbalance in the spin-dependent electrochemical potential, which is detected as a voltage by a second magnetic contact outside of the charge flow path. This voltage is sensitive to the orientation of the contact magnetization relative to the net spin orientation in the Si, which is determined by both the magnetization/bias of the injector contact and spin precession induced by a magnetic field applied normal to the surface (Hanle effect). As the relative orientation of injector and detector contacts changes from parallel to antiparallel, the voltage at the detector contact changes from low to high, respectively. The Hanle field induces precession of the spin in the silicon transport channel, resulting in a modulation of the detected signal. The Hanle measurements yield spin lifetimes of 1-5 ns at 10K for lateral transport in n-doped Si (~ 4x1018 cm-3) [2]. Second, we demonstrate control of the spin population of individual quantum shell states of self-assembled InAs quantum dots (QDs) using a spin-polarized bias current from an Fe thin film contact, and determine the strength of the interaction between spin-polarized electrons in the s, p and d shells [4]. We monitor the shell population and spin polarization by measuring the polarized light emitted as a function of the bias current. As the bias current is increased, the shell states fill, and the electroluminescence (EL) exhibits peaks characteristic of the s-, p-, d-, and f-shell energies. Intershell exchange strongly modifies the optical polarization from that expected for simple models of shell occupation. From a detailed analysis of the EL spectra, we are able to obtain the first experimental measure of the exchange energies between electrons in the s- and p-shells, and between electrons in the p- and d-shells. These energies describe the degree of interaction between these quantum levels. References: [1] B.T. Jonker et al, Nature Phys. 3 (2007) 542; C. Li et al, APL 95 (2009) 1; G. Kioseoglou et al, APL 94 (2009) 122106. [2] O.M.J. van t' Erve et al, APL 91 (2007) 212109. [3] O.M.J. van t' Erve et al, IEEE Trans. Elec. Devices (Oct 2009). [4] G. Kioseoglou et al, Phys. Rev. Lett. 101, 227203 (28 Nov 2008).
Berry Jonker , Senior Scientist/Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC.
Bldg.217, Rm.H107. (NIST Contact: John Unguris, 301-975-4088, john.unguris@nist.gov)

10:45 AM - NIST CENTER FOR NEUTRON RESEARCH SEMINAR: Neutron Imaging Study at Peking University
Neutron imaging techniques were investigated at Peking University based on a 4.5 MV Van de Graaff accelerator. The thermal neutron radiography, fast neutron radiography and fast neutron resonance radiography were tested. A new accelerator based neutron source with a yield of 1012 n/s is being set up, which consists of a 2 MeV deuteron RFQ accelerator, a beryllium target, a moderator-collimator-shielding assembly and a CCD neutron imaging system. Under the collaboration with the China Institute of Atomic Energy, a neutron imaging line has been designed and is going to be constructed at the China Advanced Research Reactor.
Zhiyu Guo , Peking University,. ,.
235 Bldg, Rm. E100. (NIST Contact: Dan Hussey, 301-975-6465, daniel.hussey@nist.gov)


11/5 -- THURSDAY

9:00 AM - OFFICE OF SECURITY: Counterintelligence; Indicators of Espionage 2009-2010
November 5, 2009, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Advanced registration requested OSY@NIST.GOV. Walk-ins welcome.
Michael Chandler , Office of the Chief Facilities Management.
Administration Building, Green Auditorium. (NIST Contact: Michael Chandler, 301-975-3305, michael.chandler@nist.gov)


11/6 -- FRIDAY

10:30 AM - NIST COLLOQUIUM SERIES: The Triumph of Random
People often misinterpret and misunderstand information and experiences that motivate their decisions and behavior. This is because most of us have a very poor feeling for the concept of randomness. Even for those who understand probability and statistics, it is often difficult to identify and overcome misleading perceptions that influence one's basic instincts. These miscalculations can affect decisions in finance, business, sports, law, and one's private life. How the concept of randomness plays out in these situations will be discussed, as well as some illusions and subtle psychological tools that are often used (or that you yourself can use) to influence decision making. Some audience-participation is included, so bring a pen and some slips of paper. Leonard Mlodinow's national bestselling book, "The Drunkard's Walk: How Randomness Rules Our Lives" will be available for review and purchase after the lecture.
Leonard Mlodinow , Theoretical Physicist, Author, Writer and Producer, California Institute of Technology.
Administration Building, Green Auditorium. (NIST Contact: Kum Ham, 301-975-4203, kham@nist.gov)
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11/10/09 10:30 AM - CNST ENERGY RESEARCH GROUP SEMINAR: Spin relaxation and quantum interference in InSb and InAs based heterostructures
Low-temperature quantum-coherent transport in semiconducting systems is sensitive to quantum interference between electron wave functions. The coherence allows identification of spin precession phenomena in magnetotransport measurements. This talk will present magnetotransport measurements in narrow-gap semiconductor systems where strong spin-orbit interactions may lead to avenues for spin manipulation in spintronics devices. At low temperatures Te-doped InSb thin films and quasi-1D wires fabricated from an InSb/InAlSb two dimensional electron systems show antilocalization, occurring as a consequence of the spin-orbit interactions, From the data we can extract spin relaxation times of the itinerant electrons, revealing that increasing dimensional confinement in InSb systems can affect spin decoherence mechanisms. By analyzing the dependence of the spin relaxation time on carrier concentration in films with different Te doping, it is shown that the Elliot-Yafet mechanism is responsible for spin decoherence in doped InSb films at low temperatures. In contrast, spin coherence lengths in the quasi-1D wires are found to be inversely proportional to wire width – consistent with spin decoherence via the D'yakonov-Perel' mechanism. Quantum coherence also leads to pronounced oscillatory intereference phenomena in mesoscopic rings. Magnetotransport across mesoscopic ring arrays fabricated on an InAs/AlGaSb two dimensional electron system show both Aharonov-Bohm oscillations periodic in one flux quantum, _=h/e, as well as Altshuler-Aronov- Spivak oscillations periodic in _=h/2e, affected by the spin degree of freedom. The Fourier spectra of the magnetotransport reveal a splitting of the h/e peak which is attributed to a spinorbit interaction-induced Berry's phase.
Ray Kallaher , Postdoctoral Candidate/ Dept. of Physics, Virginia Tech.
Bldg.217, Rm.H107. (NIST Contact: Fred Sharifi, 301-975-4633, fred.sharifi@nist.gov)

11/17/09 10:30 AM - CNST ENERGY RESEARCH GROUP SEMINAR: Nanoimprinted Transparent Metal Electrodes and Their Applications in Organic Solar Cells
Organic solar cells (OSCs) offer a promising alternative to inorganic solar cells due to their low cost, easy fabrication, and compatibility with flexible substrates over a large area. Since their first report, the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of OSCs has steadily increased and now reached up to 4-5 %. However, further enhancement of the PCE together with low-cost fabrication is still required for practical applications. The developed transparent metal electrodes have the characteristics of the high optical transmittance and electrical conductivity, a combination of properties that makes them suitable as a replacement of the expensive indium tin oxide (ITO), a predominant choice as a transparent and conductive electrode (TCE) for organic optoelectronic device applications. Not only do metal electrodes provide excellent optical transmittance and electrical conductivity, but also nanoscale metallic gratings exhibit unique optical properties due to the excitation of surface plasmon resonance (SPR), which can be exploited in specially designed solar cells to achieve enhanced light absorption. For instance, OSCs made with transparent Ag electrode as a TCE outperform the device with conventional ITO electrode due to the surface plasmon enhanced light absorption in organic materials. Photocurrents and external quantum efficiencies (EQE) are enhanced as mush as 43 % and 2.5 fold at a wavelength of 570 nm, respectively, resulting in 35 % enhancement of power conversion efficiency. Therefore, the use of developed transparent metal (e.g. Ag) electrode will help to realize low cost, high performance organic solar cells.
Myung-Gyu Kang , Postdoctoral Candidate.
Bldg.217, Rm.H107. (NIST Contact: Fred Sharifi, 301-975-4633, fred.sharifi@nist.gov)

11/24/09 10:30 AM - PROCESS MEASUREMENTS DIVISION SEMINAR: PROCESS MEASUREMENTS DIVISION SEMINAR
Proteins are exposed to a multitude of different surfaces and chemistries in vivo and yet, they must retain their stability in order to function. However, conversion of soluble native proteins into beta-sheet-rich structured aggregates, such as amyloid and prion deposits can occur at interfaces. Protein stability and activity is also essential for use in various medical and analytical devices, such as biosensors, biocatalytic chips, biomaterials for implants, drug delivery vehicles, tissue engineering, and bioseparations (affinity adsorption). Although a vast experimental literature exists on the adsorption of specific proteins to various solid substrates under defined conditions, difficulties in determining the underlying reasons for the loss of stability and function remain. Many researchers have addressed particular aspects of protein behavior at interfaces through experiment, theory and molecular simulation. Here, we review recent results on protein stability and activity on solid heterogeneous and homogeneous substrates including nano-particles, demonstrate the effect of surface chemistry and roughness on protein aggregation, and describe a novel method to probe unfolding of a monolayer of tethered proteins. We also mention the use of single molecule force spectroscopy to determine molecular interactions in the nuclear pore complex (NPC). Tethered fibril-like proteins that contain intrinsically disordered domains interact with carrier proteins that determine selectivity. Finally, we introduce a new high-throughput method for identifying protein resistant surfaces.
Georges Belfort , Russell Sage Professor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, belfog@rpi.edu.
Physics Bldg, Rm. A366. (NIST Contact: Michael Tarlov, 301-975-2058, michael.tarlov@nist.gov)

12/3/09 10:30 AM - ATOMIC PHYSICS DIVISION SEMINAR: 1/f Noise and Dephasing from Surface Magnetic States in Superconducting Circuits
Superconducting qubits are a leading candidate for scalable quantum information processing. In order to realize the full potential of these circuits, it is necessary to develop a more complete understanding of the microscopic physics that governs dissipation and dephasing of the quantum state. In the case of the Josephson phase and flux qubits, the dominant dephasing mechanism is an apparent low-frequency magnetic flux noise with a 1/f power spectrum. The origin of this excess noise has been an open question for more than 20 years. Here we describe studies of flux noise and temperature-dependent magnetization in Superconducting QUantum Interference Devices (SQUIDs) cooled to millikelvin temperatures. We observe that the flux threading the SQUIDs increases as 1/T as temperature is lowered; moreover, the flux change is proportional to the density of trapped vortices. The data are compatible with the thermal polarization of unpaired surface spins in the trapped fields of the vortices, and suggest a microscopic origin for the 1/f flux noise. In addition we have performed measurements of the temperature- and frequency-dependent complex inductance of dc SQUID circuits. The SQUID inductance displays rich, history-dependent structure as a function of temperature. At a fixed temperature, the SQUID inductance fluctuates with a 1/f power spectrum; the inductance noise is highly correlated with the conventional 1/f flux noise. The data is interpreted in terms of the reconfiguration of clusters of surface spins, w ith correlated fluctuations of effective magnetic moments and relaxation times.
Robert McDermott , Department of Physics, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Metrology Building, Room B365. (NIST Contact: Neil Zimmerman, 301-975-5887, neil.zimmerman@nist.gov)

12/4/09 1:30 PM - CNST ELECTRON PHYSICS GROUP SEMINAR: STABILITY IN A TURBULENT (FERMI) SEA: THE EVER MORE REMARKABLE HIGH TEMPERATURE SUPERCONDUCTORS
For over two decades high temperature superconductivity has captured the attention of scientists the world round. However, rather than finding a simple explanation for the properties of these materials, as was done for their low temperature cousins half a century ago, intensive research has instead led to an increasingly complex picture of materials characterized by an intricate phase diagram, full of competing or coexisting states, yet still dominated by a superconducting state which persists, at least in some materials, almost half way to room temperature. In this talk I will describe nanoscale investigations of the electronic structure of high temperature superconductors using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM). We have recently found that a still not understood high temperature phase in these materials, the pseudogap, is characterized by strong charge inhomogeneity. Surprisingly, although this disorder persists into the superconducting state, it does not seem to perturb coexisting homogeneous superconductivity. The resolution of this apparent contradiction gives new insight into the onset of superconductivity and its relationship with the pseudogap phase.
Eric Hudson , Professor/Department of Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Bldg.217, Rm.H107. (NIST Contact: Joseph Stroscio, 301-975-3716, joseph.stroscio@nist.gov)

12/9/09 10:30 AM - ELECTRONICS AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING LABORATORY SEMINAR: Judge Harry T. Edwards and Professor Constantine Gatsonis – Co-chairs of the National Academies Committee Investigating Forensic Science in the United States – to Present Findings and Recommendations
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Green Auditorium - The National Academies published its report in February, 2009 entitled "Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States – A Path Forward." Judge Edwards, of the United States Circuit Court of Appeals, DC District, and Professor Gatsonis, Director of the Center for Statistical Science at Brown University, will address NIST staff about this historic report and discuss the findings and recommendations to improve forensic science in the US. The findings are hard-hitting and the recommendations for improvement potentially involve a number of core strengths of NIST, including validation of forensic science disciplines, statistical determination of uncertainty in forensic analyses, interoperability of AFIS systems, mandatory laboratory accreditation and forensic science practitioner certification. Judge Edwards and Professor Gatsonis will each give 25-30 minute presentations, followed by a 30-minute period for discussion. Please join us – Sherlock Holmes would have wanted to be there.
Judge Harry T. Edwards , Co-Chair, National Academies Committee Investigating Forensic Science in the United States. Professor Constantine Gatsonis , Co-Chair, National Academies Committee Investigating Forensic Science in the United States.
Administration Building, Green Auditorium. (NIST Contact: Cindy Stanley, 301-975-2756, stanleyc@nist.gov)

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MEETINGS ELSEWHERE


11/2 -- MONDAY

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11/3 -- TUESDAY

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11/4 -- WEDNESDAY

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11/5 -- THURSDAY

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11/6 -- FRIDAY

8:30 AM - STATIC ANALYSIS TOOL EXPOSITION (SATE 2009) WORKSHOP
Chris Wysopal , Veracode. Benson Wu , Amorize. Other SATE participant speakers are Paul Anderson, GrammaTech, John Greenland, LDRA, and Todd Landry, Klocwork, also speakers from Coverity, NIST, MITRE, Cigital, academia, industrial, and government.
Bldg, Rm..
Crystal Gateway Marriott Arlington, Virginia, USA. (NIST Contact: Paul E. Black, 301-975-4794, paul.black@nist.gov) http://samate.nist.gov/SATE2009.html



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TALKS BY NIST PERSONNEL

CLARK, C. : SUPERSOLIDS.
Physics 332, Quantum Mechanics, Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA, 10/26.

HOLBROOK, D. : CURRENT WATER RELATED PROJECTS AT NIST.
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia, 10/27.

CLARK, C. : OVER THE RAINBOW: EXTREME ADVENTURES IN THE ULTRAVIOLET.
Physics Colloquium, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, 11/3.

FAHEY, A. : SURFACE AND MICROANALYSIS AT NIST APPLICATIONS TO NUCLEAR FORENSICS.
University of Maryland, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, College Park, Maryland, 11/6.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

DIVERSITY DAY 4: GENERATIONAL DIVERSITY
Diversity Day 4: Generational Diversity with Robert Wendover Tuesday, November 10, 2009 This event will feature a keynote seminar and staff panel discussion in the morning. Smaller seminars for senior and line management will continue in the afternoon. The schedule is as follows: 9-10 a.m. ET: Generational Diversity Panel Discussion 10:30-11:45 a.m. Red Auditorium Keynote: Managing Age Diversity in Today's Workplace How does a "fifty-something" lead a "twenty-something?" How does a "twenty-something" lead a "fifty-something?" To thrive in this new world, you must understand the values and attitudes of both new and experienced workers. This talk helps you take a realistic, yet amusing look at how the generations relate. 12:30 p.m. Senior Leaders Lunch Session: Succession Planning and the New Generations As Baby Boomers edge closer to retirement, they are being replaced by a cohort of people having a radically different take on leadership. Younger generations will challenge the traditional ways that organizations promote and develop leaders. This a unique program focused on how your enterprise can ensure tomorrow's success by integrating the aspirations of young workers with the wisdom of veteran managers. 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Division Chiefs and Group Leaders Green Auditorium Been There, Done That! Best Practices in Managing Age Diversity Age differences in today's workplace have become a major challenge for supervisors young and old. Veteran managers think young people lack initiative and common sense. Young workers think older employees are stuck in their ways. Young people depend upon technology. Older workers depend upon their experience. This will help you connect with the needs and desires of the diverse generations in your workplace and learn how managers in your industry and others are not just surviving, but thriving with the young talent entering the workforce.
NIST Contact: Jeremy Lawson, 301-975-5481, jeremy.lawson@nist.gov

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