Carbon to Metal Coating Institute (C2MCI)
At C2MCI, we are dedicated to advancing the science and technology of carbon to metal coatings. Our mission is to innovate and share cutting-edge research, practical applications, and industry insights to enhance the durability, efficiency, and sustainability of metal surfaces.The C2MCI is committed to advancing EDI and Indigenization (EDII) in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). We aspire to become an equitable research community that fosters creativity, innovation, and collaboration among all researchers through education and self-reflection.Learn more about us and our research: https://www.carbon-2-metal-institute.queensu.ca/__________________The EDII Catalyst is made possible by...
HQP Highlight Series: Dr. Parimah Aminfar
How can the atomic design of gold nanoclusters lead to more effective and targeted cancer therapies?
In this episode of the C2MCI HQP Highlight Series, Dr. Parimah Aminfar (Postdoctoral Researcher in Dr. Kevin Stamplecoskie's lab at Queen's University) joins us to discuss her research designing water-soluble gold nanoclusters with tunable photophysical properties for targeted cancer therapies.
Hosted by Hetvi Shah (PhD candidate in Dr. Gang Zheng's lab at the University of Toronto), this conversation explores how interdisciplinary collaboration, creativity and critical thinking drive innovation in nanomaterials for biomedical applications.
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HQP Highlight Series: Hetvi Shah
How are gold nanoclusters being used to improve cancer treatment while shaping the next generation of researchers?
In the pilot episode of the C2MCI HQP Highlight Series, Hetvi Shah (PhD candidate in Dr. Gang Zheng's lab at the University of Toronto) joins to discuss her research applying NHC-functionalized Au13 gold nanoclusters to enhance radiation and photodynamic therapies for cancer.
Hosted by Dr. Tetyana Levchenko (Research, Training, & Outreach Coordinator, C2MCI), this conversation explores communicating complex research, overcoming scientific challenges, and building a career driven by curiosity and impact.
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