Chemistry of Nanoparticle Synthesis

Michael B. Ross — Michael_ross@uml.edu

Michelle Personick — mpersonick@virginia.edu

Sara Skrabalak — sskrabal@iu.edu

This workshop would focus on opportunities and challenges in nanoparticle synthesis, organized around topics including precision, heterogeneity, reproducibility and reporting standards, mechanisms, and the integration of state-of-the-art methods that include automation and AI. The goal of this workshop is to collectively answer the question, “How can we understand, quantify, and ultimately control nanoparticle synthesis by bringing together advances across these areas?” Specific topics of high impact and interest include defining precision and heterogeneity and when each matters; understanding how molecular and metal impurities within reagents impact reproducibility; identifying common techniques and strategies for reporting syntheses; establishing common language and standards for identifying chemical mechanisms that direct nanoparticle growth; and understanding when single-particle measurements reveal information obscured by ensemble measurements. Together, these topics are intended to identify where the field currently lacks shared understanding and what new measurements, standards, and approaches are needed to make nanoparticle synthesis more predictable and controllable. The proposed invitation list includes researchers active across these areas, spanning different career stages, geographic regions, and scientific approaches.

We wish to ensure an intimate workshop setting, with no more than 20 to 25 participants. If you are interested in attending but have not received an invitation, please contact the workshop organizer before registering.

Sessions typically run mornings and late afternoons, leaving mid-day free for informal collaboration.

Travel to Telluride can be expensive; please assess your own potential travel costs before registering.

Please book your travel plans! The Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) is the most reliable and convenient airport for Telluride.

Telluride Science can provide lodging starting as low as $215/night during off-peak weeks and as low as $250/night during peak-season at the Mountainside Inn. These affordable lodging options are limited and available first-come, first-serve. To encourage participants to secure affordable lodging, we offer a $100 discount on lodging provided through Telluride Science that is secured before the Early Bird deadline. Additionally, we work with many lodging providers in Telluride and Mountain Village to offer discounts between 10-15% off your total lodging balance. Additional information provided with registration.

If you have more questions about lodging, reach out to Sara at sara@telluridescience.org.

Registrations may be refunded less a $25 cancellation fee. If cancelled before the lodging cancellation deadline, lodging payments are refundable less a $100 cancellation fee. It is each participant's responsibility to confirm and understand their own lodging cancellation deadline. Travel insurance is highly recommended.