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9 May 2012The QMNC, in collaboration with the Centre for Quantum Dynamics, has recently become an Area of Strategic Investment in Physical Sciences. This was based on very strong performance through the ERA 2010 research quality assessment, publication output and impact and competitive grant income. As for previous assessments, the additional requirement for inclusion in the ASI portfolio is suitable scale and the likelihood of achievement of international excellence.
15 March 2012
Self-powered smart building uses hydrogen technology
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13 February 2012
QMNC Retreat
The QMNC Retreat was held on Monday 13 February 2012 at Robertson Gardens which was a great success. Attended by the majority of the Centre's staff and students, it was a great opportunity for networking, meeting new staff and students and showcasing current research. Special presentations were given by Dr Daina Garklavs, Deputy Director, Office for Research and Dr Ben Simpson, Business Development Manager, Griffith Enterprise and the program was facilitated by Professor Emeritus Barry Harrison.
Prof Barry Harrison's Retirement
SEET, School of ENG and the QMNC hosted a special function for Prof Barry Harrison who will be retiring at the end of 2011. The function was held at the Webb Centre, South Bank campus and attended by many past and present colleagues and friends. Barry’s service to Griffith University has also been recognised through conferral of the title “Professor Emeritus”. Congratulations to Barry on receiving this prestigious title. The QMNC wishes Barry and his wife, Dianne, all the very best for the future.
27 October 2011
Two QMNC Researchers receive PVC SEET Research Excellence Awards
Prof Debra Bernhardt, QMNC Director, won the award for Research Leadership. This represents important recognition of Debra's research, as well as her management capabilities and her achievements during the inevitably difficult phase of setting up a new Centre.
Dr Li Wang won the Early Career Researcher Award. This award is a recognition of Lily's achievements as she worked on purely academic research for her PhD degree along with challenging work on a commercially funded project.
Congratulations Debra and Lily on receiving these prestigious awards in research excellence
22 September 2011
Teen to graduate with science degree
Michael Kelly, BPS undergraduate student and QMNC Vacation Scholar 2010/2011, will graduate from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Photonics and Nano-science with Honours in November this year at the ripe old age of 16! Further details on Michael's achievements can be found on Griffith News Now.
31 May 2011
Gold Medal Award in Physical Sciences
Assoc Prof Mohammad (Idrish) Miah, QMNC PhD graduate and Adjunct Member, has been selected for the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences (BAS) Gold Medal Award in Physical Sciences (including Engineering disciplines) (Junior Group). Further details can be found on Griffith News Now.
Congratulations Idrish on this prestigious award.
27 May 2011
Partnership to enable radical advances in electronics manufacturing
Griffith University today announced a partnership with SPP Process Technology Systems (SPTS) that could lead to the next generation electronic devices and lighting.
Griffith's Queensland Micro- and Nanotechnology Centre (QMNC) Director, Professor Debra Bernhardt, said the partnership would develop a unique platform technology, which had the potential to improve performance, energy-efficiency and reduce cost for many products.
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