Foundry Featured in Research Center Report

Berkeley Lab's Molecular Foundry, whose research building is now under construction behind Building 66, is one of five featured facilities in the recently published report, "Science, Technology and Innovation: The Bay Area's Five New Research Centers." Foundry Director Paul Alivisatos is interviewed on page 15 of the report, issued by the Bay Area Economic Forum. UC Berkeley programs "CITRIS" and "QB3" are among the other centers discussed. Go here to read the report.

Rushing Puts You at Risk,
Accident Reviews Show

Two recent accident reviews at Berkeley Lab demonstrate the danger of rushing. One employee running to catch a bus tripped off a curb, and another rushing to get off a bus tripped off the bus stairs. In both cases, they sustained injuries. The need to rush can be prevented by good time management -- plan your day and avoid rushing altogether when you can. Employees are reminded that when you are rushed, recognize that you put yourself at risk.

Why Mozilla, Why Now?
ASD Event Will Explain

The ASD Academy in partnership with Computing Sciences is holding two Brown Bag sessions on the Lab's conversion to Mozilla as its standard Internet browser and e-mail provider. Discussion topics will cover Mozilla tips and tricks, the top five things to know about Mozilla, problem areas and frequently asked questions. The sessions will take place next Tuesday, from 11 a.m. to noon, and Wednesday, from 1 to 2 p.m. Both talks are in the Building 50 auditorium.

Ridgway Receives TAPPI Journal Award for Paper

Ridgway

Paul Ridgway, with the Lab's Environmental Energy Technologies Division, recently received a letter from the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI), congratulating him on his "selection as author and recipient of the TAPPI Journal Editorial Board's 2003 Outstanding Research Paper Award" for his report on "Laser Ultrasonic System for On-Line Measurement of Elastic Properties of Paper." Only eight papers were nominated to receive this honor. Ridgway's paper was ranked first based on the criteria of innovation, creativity, scientific merit, and clarity.

Wiser Lauded for Wind
Energy Analysis Work

Wiser

The American Wind Energy Association has honored Berkeley Lab scientist Ryan Wiser, with the Environmental Energy Technologies Division, with a special achievement award for "excellence in research, analysis, and clear documentation of renewable energy policy and market drivers." The award was based on Wiser's "strong body of analysis relating to wind and other renewables, including noteworthy work on renewable energy policy and economics." The award recognizes a diverse group of business leaders, advocates, and policymakers as the most influential voices in the development of the wind power industry. Go here to read a press release on the awards.

Computer Protection
Talk on Hacker Tools

Jay Krous of the Lab's Computer Protection Program will be talking about and demonstrating hacker tools commonly used against Windows systems at a brown bag workshop next Tuesday. The event begins at noon in Perseverance Hall.