May 2025 - Sees_users - millenia.cars.aps.anl.gov

Registration now open for the Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium!
by Tappero, Ryan 03 Jul '25

03 Jul '25

Hi all, We're excited to announce the next Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium! We worked hard to keep costs to a bare minimum ($65 for students! and $180 for PIs including banquet at Old Field Club). It should be a blast! Abstracts are due 31-July (notifications by 31-Aug). Cheers, SES-2025 planning committee https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.bnl.gov/ses-symposium__;!!G_uCfscf7eW… <https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.bnl.gov/ses-symposium__;!!G_uCfscf7eW… > ________________________________ From: NSLS-II User Office <nslsuser(a)bnl.gov> Sent: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 8:58 AM Subject: Registration now open for the Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium! [Graphical user interface, website AI-generated content may be incorrect.] We are pleased to announce the Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium, which will be held at Stony Brook University from September 29 – October 1, 2025. This symposium will unite leading experts in synchrotron research and environmental science to foster dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The 8th SES Symposium focuses on the complex interplay amongst and between hydrologic, geomorphic, geochemical, and biological processes and how this dynamic near-surface environment responds to change. Topics will include problems of high societal impact within research focused on the “Critical Zone”, hydrologic cycle, soil science and ecology, geochemistry, geomicrobiology, and critical elements. This year’s program features a diverse array of invited and contributed talks, updates on cutting-edge facilities, a sponsor banquet, an exclusive tour of NSLS-II beamlines, a vibrant poster session, and exhibits highlighting new technologies and instrumentation. Important Dates: March 31 Registration opens July 31 Deadline to submit an abstract September 12 Deadline to register Please register<https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.bnl.gov/ses-symposium/index.php__;!!G… > on or before September 12, 2025, to attend the SES-2025 Symposium. For further information, please visit the symposium website<https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.bnl.gov/ses-symposium/index.php__;!!G… > or email the conference organizer. Ryan Tappero – rtappero(a)bnl.gov<mailto:rtappero@bnl.gov> ~Sent on behalf of SES-2025 Organizing Committee

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XFM Pipeline ('It's smokin')
by Tappero, Ryan 28 May '25

28 May '25

Hey folks, Friendly reminder: new proposals AND beamtime requests (BTRs) for existing proposals are due FRIDAY...well, technically Saturday, 31-May (11:59pm New York time). Here's a look at what's in the XFM/BIC Pipeline in 2025: I. Continuum Infrared Microscope at NSLS-II: The BioImaging Core (BIC) of the NSLS-II/CBMS is rebuilding a Nicolet Continuum Infrared Microscope that was routinely used for Environmental Sciences at the original NSLS. BIC is collaborating with the 22-IR lead beamline scientist and team to integrate the IR microscope into the 22-IR photon delivery system. Replacing the glowbar source with synchrotron IR light significantly improves the spatial resolution and speed of the Continuum Infrared Microscope. One phase of the refurbishment project involved the vendor replacing the spectrometer unit, and this work has been completed. Another phase of the project that is currently underway is contracting with the vendor to reverse the handedness of the system so that it can be easily integrated into 22-IR. This procurement is now funded and underway, and the work should be completed in the coming months. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved with early commissioning activities. [cid:7e97d954-b684-41bb-b6f7-3854674f0547] II. New large-field-of-view XRF Imaging Station The BioImaging Core (BIC) is also responsible for a new X-ray Fluorescence Imaging station that covers a broad range of energies (5 source targets) for sensitivity to both light (eg P) and heavy elements (eg U) with spatial resolutions ranging from 5 to 15 microns. Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Victor (tvictor(a)bnl.gov) about opportunities to get involved with commissioning activities. [cid:0a718406-c357-45bb-b870-a5192bb6a75d] III. 8th Synchrotron Environmental Science Symposium (registration open and abstracts due 31-July) [Graphical user interface, website AI-generated content may be incorrect.] We are pleased to announce the 8th Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium, which will be held at Stony Brook University from September 29 – October 1, 2025. This symposium will unite leading experts in synchrotron research and environmental science to foster dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The 8th SES Symposium focuses on the complex interplay amongst and between hydrologic, geomorphic, geochemical, and biological processes and how this dynamic near-surface environment responds to change. Topics will include problems of high societal impact within research focused on the “Critical Zone”, hydrologic cycle, soil science and ecology, geochemistry, geomicrobiology, and critical elements. This year’s program features a diverse array of invited and contributed talks, updates on cutting-edge facilities, a sponsor banquet, an exclusive tour of NSLS-II beamlines, a vibrant poster session, and exhibits highlighting new technologies and instrumentation. Important Dates: March 31 Registration opens July 31 Deadline to submit an abstract September 12 Deadline to register For further information, please visit the symposium website<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://urldefense.us/v3/__http:/*www.bnl.gov/s… >. ************************************************************************************ Cheers, XFM/BIC team

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Infrared Microscope Project (and other news)
by Tappero, Ryan 16 May '25

16 May '25

Hi folks, Happy Friday! A few things to share with the SEES community: I. Continuum Infrared Microscope at NSLS-II: BIC project update The BioImaging Core (BIC) of the NSLS-II/CBMS is rebuilding a Nicolet Continuum Infrared Microscope that was routinely used for Environmental Sciences at the original NSLS. BIC is collaborating with the 22-IR lead beamline scientist and team to integrate the IR microscope into the 22-IR photon delivery system. Replacing the glowbar source with synchrotron IR light significantly improves the spatial resolution and speed of the Continuum Infrared Microscope. One phase of the refurbishment project involved the vendor replacing the spectrometer unit, and this work has been completed. Another phase of the project that is currently underway is contracting with the vendor to reverse the handedness of the system so that it can be easily integrated into 22-IR. This procurement is now funded and underway, and the work should be completed in the coming months. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved with early commissioning activities. [cid:6be9fca5-10bf-48a1-8345-383916ea7e37] II. New large-field-of-view XRF Imaging Station The BioImaging Core (BIC) is also responsible for a new X-ray Fluorescence Imaging station that covers a broad range of energies (5 source targets) for sensitivity to both light (eg P) and heavy elements (eg U) with spatial resolutions ranging from 5 to 15 microns. Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Victor (tvictor(a)bnl.gov) about opportunities to get involved with commissioning activities. [cid:1d45aa77-2e88-4f3e-b797-08af1902068f] Finally, please note that the next deadline for NSLS-II beamtime proposals AND beamtime requests (BTRs) for existing proposals is Friday, 31-May (11:59pm New York time). Kind regards, XFM/BIC team

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Submit an abstract and register for the 2025 SEES-ISRD Meeting
by Andrew J. Campbell 16 May '25

16 May '25

2025 SEES-ISRD Joint Meeting Registration for the SEES-ISRD meeting (University of Chicago, August 11-13, 2025) is now open. Click here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… > to secure your spot by Friday, June 6. Student and postdoc presenters will be provided lodging at no cost (click here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… > to learn more). If you would like to present a poster, please submit an abstract here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… > by Thursday, May 15. The meeting program can be found here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… >. Additional details on the program will be forthcoming. Please email sees_info(a)uchicago.edu<mailto:sees_info@uchicago.edu> with any questions. We look forward to seeing you in Chicago. Best wishes, Andy ---------------------------------- Andrew Campbell SEES Director Dept. of the Geophysical Sciences University of Chicago Chicago, IL 60637 (773) 834-1085 acampbel(a)uchicago.edu https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://geosci.uchicago.edu/*campbell__;fg!!G_uCf… -----------------------------------

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**** "Journal of Studies of the Earth's Deep Interior" jSEDI is open for submissions! ****
by Yanbin Wang 16 May '25

16 May '25

https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://jsedi.episciences.org/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!… jSEDI is a Diamond Open Access Journal (DOAJ) designed for the direct exchange of our scientific work run solely by our community for our community. The utility of jSEDI depends on a critical mass of high quality submissions, objective and diligent editors, and a positive reputation among established members of our community. We are thankful to the initial group of editors who will lead the effort of building jSEDI to fit the deep Earth community's needs. Current jSEDI Editorial Team Members: -Michael Bergman -Vernon Cormier -Chris Davies -Frederic Deschamps -Mathieu Dumberry -Alex Fournier -John Hernlund -Wen-Pin Hsieh -Kenji Kawai -Tetsuya Komabayashi -Stéphane Labrosse -Binod Sreenivasan -Andreas Stracke -Christine Thomas -Taku Tsuchiya -Lauren Waszek DOAJs are completely free for both authors and readers, and are entirely controlled and operated by the community. jSEDI is operated on the publishing platform (https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.episciences.org/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!czt… <https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.episciences.org/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!czt… >) that is supported by the French government, utilizes an "overlay" format in which all documents and data are hosted on permanent publicly supported archives (Arxiv, HAL, Zenodo, etc.). As a community driven journal, we welcome your comments and input. Inquiries made using the “contact” link at the bottom of the jSEDI website will go to those listed as “Chief editor” on the Editorial Board list (https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://jsedi.episciences.org/boards__;!!G_uCfsc… ). You are also welcome to contact me directly with any comments or promotional suggestions. Best Regards, Christine Houser, jSEDI Promotions Editor, on behalf of the Board of Directors: Michael Bergman, Mathieu Dumberry, John Hernlund, Stéphane Labrosse, and Lauren Waszek * Note that jSEDI exists and operates independently of IUGG or AGU which have SEDI subsections.

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SEES beamlines at the APS for 2025-3 Cycle
by Antonio Lanzirotti 08 May '25

08 May '25

Dear SEES Users, The Advanced Photon Source (APS) General User Proposal (GUP) call for the 2025-3 cycle will open on May 19 with a deadline of June 25, 2025, at 2pm Chicago time. We just wanted to provide users a brief update about the status of our SEES-funded beamlines at APS with regard to supporting experiments in the 2025-3 cycle. All SEES beamlines at the APS (3-ID, 6-BM, and all Sector 13 beamlines) will participate in the 2025-3 GUP call, although some beamlines remain in scientific commissioning and thus won't support a full user program for the cycle. These beamlines will have returned to supporting a full General User Program for 2025-3: 13-BM-C Diamond Anvil Cell, Surface/Interface Science and In-Situ Powder Diffraction programs 13-BM-D Computed Microtomography, Diamond Anvil Cell and Large Volume Press programs 13-ID-E X-ray Microprobe Program 3-ID Nuclear Resonant Scattering Program 6-BM-B Multi-Anvil Press program Beamlines 13-ID-C/D (Diamond Anvil Cell, Large Volume Press, and Surface/Interface Science Programs) will continue to operate in Scientific Commissioning mode for 2025-3. We intend to support some user experiments here while also commissioning. Potential external users for 13-ID-C/D must have an active APS proposal, so interested researchers are encouraged to submit a beamtime request for the 2025-3 General User Call. Whether beamtime will be allocated for a particular proposal in 2025-3 will depend on readiness of the instruments and optics required, in addition to numerical score. More details about the beamline commissioning process, return to user experiments, and status of individual SEES beamlines at the APS can be found at https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/beamlines-and-facilities/… <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/urldefense.us/v3/__https:/*seescience.or… >. Although some beamlines have returned to full user operations, we strongly encourage you to contact the beamline scientists to discuss feasibility of your proposed research, inquire about the detailed status and availability of individual techniques and potential changes because of the upgrade. We will endeavor to keep the upgrade-status webpage updated as the status of our beamlines changes. If you would like to submit a General User Proposal 2025-3, please visit https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ups.servicenowservices.com/ups__;!!G_uCf… <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/urldefense.us/v3/__https:/ups.servicenow… >. Regards, Tony Lanzirotti, GSECARS -- Dr. Antonio Lanzirotti, Ph.D. Research Professor / GSECARS Director The University of Chicago - CARS 9700 S. Cass Ave., Bldg. 434A Lemont, IL 60439 mailto: lanzirotti(a)uchicago.edu<mailto:lanzirotti@uchicago.edu> https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://gsecars.uchicago.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!c7…

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Call for GSA Connects 2025 session T123 - Minerals in Motion: Tracking Mineral Reactions Using In Situ and Synchrotron Techniques, A Celebration of the Career of Peter Heaney
by Joanne Stubbs 07 May '25

07 May '25

Dear Colleagues, Abstract submissions are open for the Geological Society of America Connects 2025 meeting. The early option decision deadline for abstracts is May 15, 2025, and the final deadline for abstracts is August 5, 2025. We would like to draw your attention to our session celebrating the career of Peter J. Heaney. Submit your abstract here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://gsameetings.secure-platform.com/connects… >. T123. Minerals in Motion: Tracking Mineral Reactions Using In Situ and Synchrotron Techniques, A Celebration of the Career of Peter Heaney Session Type: Topical Sessions Session Advocates: Florence Ling, Si Athena Chen, Daniel Hummer, Hongwu Xu, Joanne Stubbs Description: In celebration of the career of Dr. Peter Heaney, we invite submissions using in situ, synchrotron, X-ray, neutron, or electron techniques to study rates/mechanisms of mineral reactions, alongside contributions exploring new approaches to mineralogy education. Categories: Mineralogy/Crystallography; Geochemistry; Environmental Geoscience Session sponsors: Mineralogical Society of America (MSA), Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Petrology & Volcanology Division (MGPV), Soils and Soil Processes Division (SSPD), Geochemical Society (GS) We hope to see you in San Antonio, TX! Sincerely, Florence T. Ling (La Salle University) Si Athena Chen (Oak Ridge National Laboratory) Daniel Hummer (Southern Illinois University) Hongwu Xu (Arizona State University) Joanne Stubbs (University of Chicago) [cid:b0ccdbe6-c973-4c6f-8a49-dbac5c53f68a]

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Reminder: 10 Days Left to Register for the 3rd High-Pressure SCXRD Summer School
by bykova＠em.uni-frankfurt.de 06 May '25

06 May '25

Dear colleagues, This is a gentle reminder that only 10 days remain to register for the 3rd High-Pressure Single-Crystal X-Ray Diffraction Summer School, which will be held at Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany, from August 4 to August 8, 2025. Please use the following form to apply <https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://indico.global/event/6723/registrations/3… > , and visit the workshop webpage <https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://indico.global/event/6723/overview__;!!G_… > for more information. This five-day event offers an intensive introduction to modern high-pressure single-crystal X-ray diffraction techniques (SCXRD), targeting early-career researchers (MSc/PhD students, postdocs) as well as established scientists working in the high-pressure field. The School will provide a comprehensive overview of the theoretical principles and practical aspects of SCXRD methodology, including: * Experimental basics of high-pressure techniques * Fundamentals of crystallography and single-crystal X-ray diffraction * Tools, methods, and software for single-crystal X-ray diffraction * Scientific examples and applications * Hands-on training in small groups 📍 Venue: Geozentrum, Goethe University Frankfurt 📅 Dates: August 4–8, 2025 (Arrivals and on-site registration: August 3 from 4:00 PM) 👥 Participants: Limited to 30 🎓 Poster Presentation: Required for all participants 💶 Registration Fee: €150 Important Deadlines 📝 Application deadline: May 15, 2025 ✅ Acceptance notifications: May 30, 2025 For more information or any inquiries, please contact: hpschool(a)chemie.uni-frankfurt.de <mailto:hpschool@chemie.uni-frankfurt.de> Best wishes, The Organizing Committee Prof. Dr. Elena Bykova (Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany) Prof. Dr. Maxim Bykov (Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany) Dr. Dominique Laniel (University of Edinburgh, UK) Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Natalia Dubrovinskaia (University of Bayreuth, Germany) Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Leonid Dubrovinsky (University of Bayreuth, Germany)

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Submit and abstract and register for the 2025 SEES-ISRD Meeting
by Andrew J. Campbell 06 May '25

06 May '25

2025 SEES-ISRD Joint Meeting Registration for the SEES-ISRD meeting (University of Chicago, August 11-13, 2025) is now open. Click here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… > to secure your spot by Friday, June 6. Student and postdoc presenters will be provided lodging at no cost (click here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… > to learn more). If you would like to present a poster, please submit an abstract here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… > by Thursday, May 15. The meeting program can be found here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/2025-sees-isrd-joint-meet… >. Additional details on the program will be forthcoming. Please email sees_info(a)uchicago.edu<mailto:sees_info@uchicago.edu> with any questions. We look forward to seeing you in Chicago. Best wishes, Andy ---------------------------------- Andrew Campbell SEES Director Dept. of the Geophysical Sciences University of Chicago Chicago, IL 60637 (773) 834-1085 acampbel(a)uchicago.edu https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://geosci.uchicago.edu/*campbell__;fg!!G_uCf… -----------------------------------

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Deadline for abstract submission for AIRAPT-29 and ACHPR-11 (8 May!)
by Kara Brugman 06 May '25

06 May '25

Dear Colleagues, The deadline of Abstract submission for AIRAPT-29 in Matsuyama is approaching. Please submit your abstract as soon as possible by the deadline. Conference Details: Event: AIRAPT-29 Venue: Ehime Kenmin Bunka Kaikan, Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan Date: September 28 - October 3, 2025 Website: AIRAPT-29 Official Website Abstract Submission [URGENT]: We invite you to submit your abstracts for consideration. The deadline for abstract submission is May 8, 2025 (23:59 JST).Less than two weeks remaining for abstract submissions! Abstract Submission Link: AIRAPT-29 | Call For Papers Deadline: May 8, 2025 (23:59 JST) Registration: Registration for AIRAPT-29 is now open. Take advantage of our early bird registration rates available until June 30, 2025 (23:59 JST). Registration Link: AIRAPT-29 | Registration Early bird deadline: June 30, 2025 (23:59 JST). If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact the AIRAPT-29 Secretariat at airapt29(a)pcojapan.jp. We look forward to your valuable contributions and participation in AIRAPT-29. Best regards, Tetsuo Irifune, Chair of the Organizing Committee Taku Tsuchiya, Chair of the Ehime Local Committee

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