Fwd: [Stoves] Webinar on Nanotechnology Emission Assessment Technique (NEAT) by TSI
Lloyd Helferty
Live Webinar: February 2, 2012 ~ yesterday
Probably there is an archived version available to watch/listen to, for those interested in the topic.
Regards,
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| Subject: | [Stoves] Webinar on Nanotechnology Emission Assessment Technique (NEAT) by TSI |
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| Date: | Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:40:00 -0500 |
| From: | Crispin Pemberton-Pigott |
| To: | Stoves |
ABOUT THIS PRESENTATION
Abstract: The human health risks, if any, of engineered nanoparticle (ENP) exposure are unknown, and currently there are few exposure limits set for nanoparticle emissions. However, many companies involved in ENP research or manufacturing believe it is prudent to perform a baseline assessment of the worker air quality and compare the indoor and outdoor nanoparticle concentrations.
As a guideline, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has developed the Nanotechnology Emission Assessment Technique (NEAT)- an approach in which an initial semi-quantitative assessment is taken of both background nanoparticle concentrations and suspected nanoparticle emission sources using real-time, count-based measurement tools. If a large difference is found between the background and the emission source, then a more detailed investigation into the specific nature of the problem is warranted.
In this presentation several instrumentation options to implement the Nanotechnology Emission Assessment Technique (NEAT) will be presented including: Option #1: traditional method using an Optical Particle Counter (OPC) and a hand-held Condensation Particle Counter (CPC). Option #2: a lower cost option using a CPC, diffusion screens and multiple samples. Option #3: provides the most accurate measure of nanoparticle emission available utilizing differential mobility analysis to determine in high-resolution the particle size distribution in the sampled air. Option #4: very similar to the classic NEAT technique but features a new, lower cost, battery operated nanoparticle sizer – the NanoScan SMPS which can size down to 10nm. Advantages and disadvantages of each approach will be detailed.
About the speaker: Kathy Erickson has a degree in Material Science and Engineering from the University of Minnesota. She began her career in semiconductor process R&D and was awarded a patent for a Germanium doped BPSG oxide film for use as a dielectric layer which does not need CMP. She moved into the field of aerosol science in the late 90’s and has had a passion for particles ever since. Working with TSI’s engineering development teams; Kathy has presented a number of papers on aerosol instrumentation and applications. She is currently an active member of the American Association of Aerosol Research (AAAR).
Webinar Login Information
Nanotechnology Emission Assessment Technique (NEAT)
Presented by: Kathy Erickson
Live Webinar: February 2, 2012
The webinar will be given live at three different times and will last approximately 45 minutes with an optional 15 minute questions and answer period at the end. Please feel free to attend the session that best fits your schedule. The login information can be found below.
WEBINAR SCHEDULING and LOGIN DIRECTIONS
*Please Note: This webinar is broadcasted to all global time zones at the Greenwich Mean Times (GMT/UTC) noted below. The converted times listed below are only meant as a guide. If you need further assistance converting GMT/UTC time to your local time zone, please click here.
TIME/LOGIN FOR SESSION I
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT):
Thursday, 1:00 am
Beijing, China 9:00 am
Tokyo, Japan 10:00 am
US Pacific 5:00pm (Wednesday evening)
US Central 7:00pm (Wednesday evening)
1. Click this link to start or to join the Webinar:
2. Enter the Meeting ID: 665-835-950
· To use your computer’s audio:
When the Webinar begins, you will be connected to audio using your computer’s speakers (VoIP). A headset is recommended. You will need a microphone if you would like to ask verbal questions at the end of the presentation. Most attendee questions are handled without audio via the ‘chat’ feature.
· To use your telephone:
Toll-free: 1 877 568 4108
-- OR --
Toll: +1 (773) 945-1012
Access Code: 536-401-366
Audio PIN: Shown after joining the Webinar
TIME/LOGIN FOR SESSION II
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Thursday, 2:00 pm
Germany, Berlin 3:00 pm
India 7:30 pm
US Central 8:00 am
1. Click this link to start or to join the Webinar:
2. Enter the Meeting ID: 327-331-510
· To use your computer’s audio:
When the Webinar begins, you will be connected to audio using your computer’s speakers (VoIP). A headset is recommended. You will need a microphone if you would like to ask verbal questions at the end of the presentation. Most attendee questions are handled without audio via the ‘chat’ feature.
· To use your telephone:
If you prefer to use your phone, you must select “Use Telephone” after joining the Webinar and call in using the numbers below.
Toll-free: 1 877 568 4108
-- OR --
Toll: +1 (773) 945-1012
Access Code: 536-401-366
Audio PIN: Shown after joining the Webinar
TIME/LOGIN FOR SESSION III
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Thursday, 5:00pm
US Pacific 9:00 am
US Central 11:00 am
US Eastern 12:00 pm
Germany, Berlin 6:00 pm
1. Click this link to start or to join the Webinar:
www.joingotomeeting.com
2. Enter the Meeting ID: 119-645-062
· To use your computer’s audio:
When the Webinar begins, you will be connected to audio using your computer’s speakers (VoIP). A headset is recommended. You will need a microphone if you would like to ask verbal questions at the end of the presentation. Most attendee questions are handled without audio via the ‘chat’ feature.
· To use your telephone:
If you prefer to use your phone, you must select “Use Telephone” after joining the Webinar and call in using the numbers below.
Toll-free: 1 877 568 4108
-- OR --
Toll: +1 (773) 945-1012
Access Code: 536-401-366
Audio PIN: Shown after joining the Webinar