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Micro-Algae Could Play A Significant Role In Achieving Energy Independence, Thomas Nartker
Micro-Algae Could Play A Significant Role In Achieving Energy Independence, Thomas Nartker
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
New Functional Polymers For Alternative Energy Applications, Chulsung Bae
New Functional Polymers For Alternative Energy Applications, Chulsung Bae
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells And Storage Technology (Fcast) Project, Clemens Heske
Hydrogen Fuel Cells And Storage Technology (Fcast) Project, Clemens Heske
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Woody Biomass Energy Solutions, Scott Bell
Woody Biomass Energy Solutions, Scott Bell
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Energizing Renewable Technology: Policy, Permitting & Politics, Kathleen Drakulich
Energizing Renewable Technology: Policy, Permitting & Politics, Kathleen Drakulich
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Solar Thermochemical Hydrogen Production Project – Progress Toward Industrial Scale Water Splitting, Roger Rennels
Solar Thermochemical Hydrogen Production Project – Progress Toward Industrial Scale Water Splitting, Roger Rennels
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Solar Thermal Power, John O'Donnell
Solar Thermal Power, John O'Donnell
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Sustainability Through Demand Management, Jim Jaska
Sustainability Through Demand Management, Jim Jaska
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Nellis Air Force Base Solar Array, University Of Nevada Las Vegas
Nellis Air Force Base Solar Array, University Of Nevada Las Vegas
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Springs Preserve And Hydrogen Filling Station Tour, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
Springs Preserve And Hydrogen Filling Station Tour, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus. The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
2008 Symposium Schedule And Sponsors, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
2008 Symposium Schedule And Sponsors, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
2008 Symposium Event Photos, University Of Nevada Las Vegas
2008 Symposium Event Photos, University Of Nevada Las Vegas
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus. The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
National Clean Energy Summit Closing Remarks Keynote, Michael Bloomberg
National Clean Energy Summit Closing Remarks Keynote, Michael Bloomberg
National Clean Energy Summit
Closing remarks
Panel Iv: The Visible Hand: Government's Role In The Clean Energy Transformation: Opportunities To Accelerate Deployment Of Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy, Bill Ritter, Jon Wellinghoff, Steven Chu, David Overskei, Jim Thomas
Panel Iv: The Visible Hand: Government's Role In The Clean Energy Transformation: Opportunities To Accelerate Deployment Of Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy, Bill Ritter, Jon Wellinghoff, Steven Chu, David Overskei, Jim Thomas
National Clean Energy Summit
Panel discussion Moderator: John Podesta, President and CEO, Center for American Progress Action Fund
National Clean Energy Summit Midday Keynote, Jon Huntsman
National Clean Energy Summit Midday Keynote, Jon Huntsman
National Clean Energy Summit
Midday keynote
Panel Iii: Restoring American Leadership: Jobs, Growth, Communities, And Trade, Van Jones, Somer Hollingsworth, Ian Rogoff, Fred Redmond
Panel Iii: Restoring American Leadership: Jobs, Growth, Communities, And Trade, Van Jones, Somer Hollingsworth, Ian Rogoff, Fred Redmond
National Clean Energy Summit
Panel discussion Moderator: Danny Thompson, Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Nevada State AFL-CIO
National Clean Energy Summit Afternoon Keynote, Robert E. Rubin
National Clean Energy Summit Afternoon Keynote, Robert E. Rubin
National Clean Energy Summit
Afternoon keynote
Panel Ii: The Clean Energy Economy, Hilda Solis, Dina Titus, Dan Reicher, Edward Mazria
Panel Ii: The Clean Energy Economy, Hilda Solis, Dina Titus, Dan Reicher, Edward Mazria
National Clean Energy Summit
Panel discussion Moderator: Steve Colwell, Executive Director, Sea Change Foundation
Panel I: Earning More By Using Less: Businesses, Efficiency, And Renewable Energy, Janet Napolitano, Jim Murren, Jon Creyts, Michael Yackira, Rhone Resch
Panel I: Earning More By Using Less: Businesses, Efficiency, And Renewable Energy, Janet Napolitano, Jim Murren, Jon Creyts, Michael Yackira, Rhone Resch
National Clean Energy Summit
Panel discussion Moderator: Randolph Townsend, Nevada State Senator
National Clean Energy Summit Welcome Remarks & Morning Keynote, Rose Mckinney James, David Ashley, John Podesta, Harry Reid, T. Boone Pickens
National Clean Energy Summit Welcome Remarks & Morning Keynote, Rose Mckinney James, David Ashley, John Podesta, Harry Reid, T. Boone Pickens
National Clean Energy Summit
Welcome remarks & Morning keynote
National Clean Energy Panel Presentations
National Clean Energy Panel Presentations
National Clean Energy Summit
Panel presentations, 206 PowerPoint slides
Opening Session With Remarks, Bill Clinton
Opening Session With Remarks, Bill Clinton
National Clean Energy Summit
Moderator: John Podesta, Center for American Progress Action Fund
An Investigation Of The Origin The Bimodal Distribution Of Optical Afterglow Luminosities Of Gamma-Ray Bursts, Tesla Birnbaum, Bing Zhang
An Investigation Of The Origin The Bimodal Distribution Of Optical Afterglow Luminosities Of Gamma-Ray Bursts, Tesla Birnbaum, Bing Zhang
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
The determination of which properties of gamma-ray bursts and the surrounding interstellar medium contribute to the observed bimodal distribution of optical afterglow luminosities will provide insight into the physical processes that give rise to the two families of optical afterglows. Making this determination will require a solid understanding of the standard afterglow model, as well as the use of a language such as C to create programs consisting of codes that perform calculations involving afterglow parameters and Monte Carlo simulations.
Gamma-ray bursts (GRBs): the brightest sources of electromagnetic radiation since the Big Bang; also the most violent explosions in the …
Computational Studies Of H2, O2, And Co Adsorption On Pt And Pt-Ru Catalyst Clusters For Hydrogen Fuel Cell Applications, Huy Mai, T.J. Dhilip Kumar, P. Tarakeshwar, Naduvalath Balakrishnan
Computational Studies Of H2, O2, And Co Adsorption On Pt And Pt-Ru Catalyst Clusters For Hydrogen Fuel Cell Applications, Huy Mai, T.J. Dhilip Kumar, P. Tarakeshwar, Naduvalath Balakrishnan
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Previous computational studies of hydrogen fuel cell catalysis primarily focus on single adsorbate and therefore do not reflect the realistic situation. Here we investigated the effect of multiple hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon monoxide adsorption on bimetallic nanoclusters as allowed by computational resources. The criteria of which we studied were adsorption energies, electron densities, electrostatic charges, and HOMO-LUMO energy gaps with respect to each structure. We found that Pt-Ru clusters have better performance than pure Pt clusters early in the adsorption course, and pure Pt clusters are more consistent than Pt-Ru clusters in a sequence of adsorbate introduction.
Assessment Of Coliform Bacteria From Point And Nonpoint Sources In The Las Vegas Wash, Susan O'Neill, Kumud Acharya
Assessment Of Coliform Bacteria From Point And Nonpoint Sources In The Las Vegas Wash, Susan O'Neill, Kumud Acharya
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
This project focuses on an assessment of coliform bacteria from point and non point sources in Las Vegas Wash. Correlations between land use related runoffs, nutrients and organic matter loading and total coliform will be studied. Data will be collected for both daily low and high flow events. Sampling locations will cover all major land use types such as golf course, hotels, hospitals, residential areas, etc., at both the main Wash and its tributaries.
Heat Capacity And High Pressure Exploration Of Ybb2, Brant Abeln, Andrew Cornelius
Heat Capacity And High Pressure Exploration Of Ybb2, Brant Abeln, Andrew Cornelius
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
The compound YbB2 has been reported to order anti-ferromagnetically at temperatures around 5.6 K. This transition was verified from heat capacity data taken in different magnetic fields by our Quantum Design PPMS system. X-ray diffraction measurements have been performed using this sample under different pressures at the APS facility in Argonne National Laboratory. A sudden change in resistivity measurements of the sample indicated a possible structural phase transition around 3 GPa. The data indicates the YbB2 compound is not responsible for the anomaly.
Phonon Density Of States Of Iron Solid Solutions At Ambient And High Pressures Using Nuclear Inelastic X-Ray Scattering (Nrixs), Samantha L. Combs, Elizabeth A. Tanis, Malcolm Nicol
Phonon Density Of States Of Iron Solid Solutions At Ambient And High Pressures Using Nuclear Inelastic X-Ray Scattering (Nrixs), Samantha L. Combs, Elizabeth A. Tanis, Malcolm Nicol
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Nuclear resonant inelastic x-ray scattering (NRIXS) of synchrotron radiation uses the energy transferred during the inelastic nuclear absorption of photons to determine phonon density of states for solid Mössbauer isotopes. This type of experiment can be conducted at ambient and high pressures with the use of a diamond anvil cell (DAC) and a rhenium gasket. Here, we are concerned with the phonon DOS of α-FePt 10% at pressures up to 30 GPa, as well as FeAl 4.3%, 6.4%, and 27.1% at ambient pressures. The iron samples used are doped in order to increase the pressure at which the alpha to …
Structural Studies Of Crsi2 At High Pressures And Temperatures, Weldu Gabrimicael, Ravhi S. Kumar, Andrew Cornelius
Structural Studies Of Crsi2 At High Pressures And Temperatures, Weldu Gabrimicael, Ravhi S. Kumar, Andrew Cornelius
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
It is of extreme importance to develop new potential energy sources to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. As a result of this, the study of thermoelectric materials, capable of changing heat into electrical energy, has become a field of great interest regarding fundamental properties. To help better understand these materials, facilities for the measurement of relevant properties at high pressure have been developed, but lack the ability to characterize the materials at high temperature and pressure. Therefore, this project has the goal of developing a heater arrangement to be used in conjunction with the high pressure capabilities already developed to …
The Search For Ferroelectric Domain Structures In Carbohydrate Glasses Using Atomic Force Microscopy, Louis S. Prahl, David P. Shelton
The Search For Ferroelectric Domain Structures In Carbohydrate Glasses Using Atomic Force Microscopy, Louis S. Prahl, David P. Shelton
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
D-glucose was studied as a possible candidate for ferroelectric domain imaging using an Atomic Force Microscope (AFM). The large dipole moment of carbohydrates is such that they may show localized ferroelectric domain formation in liquid phase. Samples were heated at their melting point on glass slides and then left to cool to room temperature in a desiccator. Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA) was used to test the effectiveness of this method, and it was found that the oven preparation created samples with 41% crystallinity, where both a glass transition and sharp melting peak were observed. DTA was again used to find …
A Study Of Nife(X)Cr(2-X)O4 By Laser Micro-Raman Spectroscopy, Lucas Wilson, Markus Vasquez, John Farley, Allen L. Johnson, Brian D. Hosterman
A Study Of Nife(X)Cr(2-X)O4 By Laser Micro-Raman Spectroscopy, Lucas Wilson, Markus Vasquez, John Farley, Allen L. Johnson, Brian D. Hosterman
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Standards of spinels, composed of two metals and oxygen with the formula AB2O4, are being created with known composition to identify spinels in samples of unknown composition by comparison with the spectra obtained from the standards. Laser micro-Raman spectroscopy allows the identification of chemical species based on their unique vibrational modes. The degree to which spinels of varying composition can be identified will be determined. This will aid in the study of the corrosion of steel by liquid metal. Spinels are a likely component of the oxide layer. Understanding the composition of the products of corrosion leads to an understanding …