Events
Science Works at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
9:30 AM
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
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The NU MRSEC will participate in the annual Science Works community event hosted at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Time
Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
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NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
Jr. Science Cafe at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
9:30 AM
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
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The NU MRSEC will host a Jr. Science Cafe (4th-8th graders) in partnership with the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
Time
Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
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NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
2025 STEM Research and Internship Fair at College of DuPage
NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
10:00 AM
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The NU-MRSEC will table at the 2025 COD STEM Research and Internship Fair
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Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
MRSEC Seminar: Paschalis Gkoupidenis
NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
2:00 PM
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4003, Ryan Hall
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Organic neuromorphic electronics
Abstract: Organic neuromorphic electronics harnesses ionic and electrochemical processes to emulate core features of synaptic adaptation and neural computation in a bio-realistic and highly efficient manner. In this talk, we will explore how organic and iontronic materials enable the design of neuromorphic devices and circuits that can sense, process, and respond in real time, forming the foundation for both intelligent systems and efficient neuromorphic biointerfaces.
Bio: Paschalis Gkoupidenis is an Associate Professor at NC State University and former Independent Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research. His research sits at the intersection of materials science, electronics, and neuroscience, with a focus on organic neuromorphic devices and circuits for bioelectronics and robotics. He pioneered the development of organic electrochemical synapses and neuromorphic circuits that enabled autonomous learning in robotics, introduced neuromorphic architectures based on electrolytes, and developed organic artificial spiking neurons capable of biorealistic communication with living tissue. Gkoupidenis has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications, including several in Nature family journals. His research has been recognized and featured in Scientific American, Yale Scientific, and Max Planck Magazine.
Time
Friday, November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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4003, Ryan Hall Map
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NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
Northwestern Engineering PhD Hooding and Master's Recognition Ceremony
McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science
4:00 PM
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Pick-Staiger Concert Hall
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The ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 13 in Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive.
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Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pick-Staiger Concert Hall Map
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McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science
MRSEC Seminar: Connor Bischak
NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center
1:00 PM
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4003, Ryan Hall
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The NU MRSEC will host a seminar given by Connor Bischak on Monday, December 15, 2025 in Ryan Hall 4003.
Time
Monday, December 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location
4003, Ryan Hall Map
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NU Materials Research Science and Engineering Center