ASRC Center for Advanced Technology (CAT)

Thank you to all who attended last night's networking social! Special thank you to Aykut Ak?it, PhD, for sharing his entrepreneurial journey from taking research out of his PhD lab to developing cutting-edge microneedle technology through leveraging resources that connect Harlem Biospace and the Advanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY. We're continuing to bring together our growing community here in the West Harlem Innovation Triangle. Stay tuned for the next social/holiday party! Chrisha Marhea N. Tavis Ezell Harlem Biospace #WestHarlem #Innovation #Technology #Biotechnology #Networking

Mark your calendars for the next West Harlem Innovator Social! Come join the CAT and Harlem Biospace for a networking social. This month features Dr. Aykut Ak?it, PhD, co-founder and CEO of Haystack Medical! ?? Location: Harlem Biospace @ The Mink ?? Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 ? Time: 4 PM - 6 PM RSVP: https://lu.ma/8znfneyy #WestHarlem #Technology #Networking #Social #Hardtech #Biotech

We have a postdoc position open in my research group for electrocatalysis & electrochemical reaction engineering for applications of liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs) and CO2 electroreduction. Excited to have a new researcher join our team at The City College of New York. All applications should be submitted to: https://lnkd.in/evwq6wSh

?? We are celebrating another 1st with last week’s inaugural ASRC Nanofabrication Facility Showcase Day! With its facility members totaling ~200 from academia and industry, their R&D ranges from sensors to semiconductors, materials to biotechnology, with one very important common shared interest:?learning best practices and sharing experience using the complex tools and equipment that compose this facility and drive expanding nanotech industries. ? A panel led by Tavis Ezell highlighted how startups must navigate capital intensive early-stages of R&D using Nanofabrication, highlighting how the CAT program plays a unique role in supplementing initial investment on the pathway from academic lab-to-fab.?Check out the panelists: Jacob Trevino (Chemeleon), James Scholtz (Vyir Tech), Aykut Ak?it, PhD (Haystack Medical), and Ioannis (John) Kymissis (Columbia Engineering) and a new funding fellowship opportunity (see below) through Activate by invited guest Andrew Chang, Managing Director of Activate NYC. ? The event nor the research outcomes would be possible without the team that makes this facility run.?Special thanks to Dr. Samantha Roberts for her vision and enthusiasm to bring this event and community to life! About Activate CHIPS R&D Entrepreneurial Fellowship: https://lnkd.in/gjEYwv_U Advanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY The City University of New York #CUNYstrong #ASRC #Nanofabrication #Semiconductor #Photonics #Research #CHIPSforAmerica #Entrepreneurship #DeepTech

Happy National Nanotechnology Day! ?? ?? We celebrate the incredible innovations in #Nanoscience that power advancements in science and technology—many of which are part of our everyday lives, from medicine to semiconductors to electronics. In honor of National #Nanotechnology Day, we are offering a ONE-DAY-ONLY Promo Code to waive the registration fee for the first-ever ASRC Nanofabrication Research Showcase Day held on Thursday, October 17th, featuring a CAT-led panel with Jacob Trevino (Chemeleon), Aykut Ak?it, PhD (Haystack Medical), James Scholtz (Vyir Tech), and Ioannis (John) Kymissis (Columbia Engineering) - moderated by Tavis Ezell. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eCHxSRky ?? Thursday Oct. 17th, 2024 from 9-5pm at the Advanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY. Use promo code: NationalNanoDay See you all there! ? ?? ?? to ASRC Nanofab Director, Dr. Samantha Roberts #innovation #nano #nanotech #smarttechnology #medicaldevices #semiconductor #photonics

ASRC Center for Advanced Technology (CAT) and our Nanoscience Lab Facilities wrapped up a hands-on workshop this week with Oxford Instruments NanoAnalysis - showcasing the R&D possible with powerful correlative microscopy techniques and a strong industry partnership providing cutting-edge instrumentation. Special thanks to Tong Wang and the ASRC Imaging Facility and Aleksandar Krsmanovic for turning this vision into a reality - Seeing is Believing! Oxford Instruments WITec, Oxford Instruments Asylum Research Inc., Oxford Instruments Andor

Attention CUNY students! ?? Join LifeSci NYC Internship Program for a?Networking for Job Seekers Workshop?–?RSVP?by 10/7 Date:?Friday, October 11, 2024 Time:?9:30AM - 1:30PM ~ Lunch provided Location:?The Moot Court at John Jay College Networking isn’t just for people with years of experience -- it’s for students like you who are looking to make connections that can open doors to career opportunities. This in-person event will feature interactive sessions and hands-on activities to help you practice networking and communication skills, get feedback that’s helpful and personalized, and learn how to build a network that works for you -- all in a low stakes environment. Whether you’re gearing up for internships or job interviews, this event could make a big difference in shaping your future success. Don’t wait until graduation! Learn how to confidently introduce yourself, connect with professionals, and create lasting relationships that will boost your career. Topics covered will include: -Developing Your Elevator Pitch -How to Network at a Professional Conference -How to Create and Manage Your Network Limited spots are available. Register?HERE?to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eKkdS8Fh Thank you to Sally Feng for sharing with us! The City College of New York The City University of New York Advanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY

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Applications are now open for the Activate Fellowship! Apply for Cohort 2025 by October 23 and unlock the funding, mentorship, and resources you need to bring your world-changing technology to market. #BecomeAnActivateFellow Learn more and start your application: activate.org/apply

Taking the next step for your startup outside the University lab? Keep hearing the word "incubator"? Check out this recent article highlighting NYC's homes for startups - where science communities engage to uplift each other and "share some sugar with their neighbor" Shardule Shah, PhD, MBA Dr. Glennis Mehra Biolabs@NYULangone Chrisha Marhea N. Harlem Biospace #biotech #incubator #startups #innovation #nyc https://lnkd.in/e9CNP7ye