The Asian Pacific Islander ERG invites you to read and discuss “Crying in H Mart,” a 2021 memoir by Michelle Zauner, on Monday, May 23, at 3 p.m. Zauner writes about growing up as a Korean American in Oregon, coping with the loss of her mother, and finding her way in her culture. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=NDI1NHY3bWZocnVjaGw4NWwybnRrMWRtNjEgY18zZGFiNGIyYWZnaWptc29paXJyMDFua241b0Bn&tmsrc=c_3dab4b2afgijmsoiirr01nkn5o%40group.calendar.google.com
Comment on Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Policy
The University of California Office of the President invites a second round of comments on a proposed Presidential Policy on Abusive Conduct in the Workplace. The proposed policy covers abusive conduct and retaliation by and against members of the University and Berkeley Lab community. https://hr.lbl.gov/2022/05/03/second-comment-period-abusive-conduct-in-the-workplace-policy/
Mental Health Video Series: Basics of Burnout in a Research Environment
The “new normal” of lingering COVID-19 worries and stressful global events can lead to burnout. Get the support you need in a replay of this one-hour seminar and facilitated discussion that helps identify the signs and provides strategies to mitigate and prevent work-related stress. https://diversity.lbl.gov/2021/06/16/basics-of-burnout-causes-and-remedies-in-a-research-environment-june-22-2021/
Infrared Probe of Ultrahigh-Quality Nanoribbon Resonators
At the Advanced Light Source, researchers found that ribbon-like thin films can act as ultrahigh-quality resonators of infrared-frequency waves, making these nanostructures ideal platforms for high-performance applications that harness infrared light, such as thermal emission and molecular sensing. https://als.lbl.gov/infrared-probe-of-ultrahigh-quality-nanoribbon-resonators/
Celebrate National Nurses Week
The occupational health nurses at the Lab wear many hats, including diagnosing and treating occupational illnesses and injuries, providing referrals and information, and, most recently, handling COVID contact tracing and reporting. Thank our Lab nurses for their dedication during Nurses Week. https://ehs.lbl.gov/2022/05/04/national-nurses-week/
Berkeley Lab in the News: May 2 – 6
The Lab’s research, researchers, and expertise are highlighted in news stories around the world. Check out the top media mentions in the News Center’s “In the News” section, including how scientists handle ‘too hot’ climate models and what is causing delays in building green energy projects. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/#text-7
Carol Burns Appointed to State Science & Technology Board
Lab Chief Research Officer Carol Burns has been appointed by UC President Michael Drake to the California Council on Science and Technology’s Board of Directors. CCST is a non-partisan, non-profit board that engages leading experts to advise state policymakers on science, technology, and innovation. https://ccst.us/berkeley-labs-carol-burns-appointed-to-ccst-board-of-directors/
In Memoriam: Zach Anderson
Zach Anderson, a former SULI intern at Berkeley Lab during the Fall 2013 and Fall 2015 terms, has passed away. He worked under the mentorship of Peter Ercius and Colin Ophus, who are both Staff Scientists in the Molecular Foundry Division. His friends and colleagues will miss him. https://education.lbl.gov/2022/04/28/in-memoriam-of-zach-anderson/
Video: Charlette Lim Yankowitz shares her API Heritage Story (4:59)
For Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, API ERG members share their personal heritage stories. In this video, Charlette Lim Yankowitz shares what it was like growing up as a mixed-race person. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j4tbTv602h59YsA3Xn3bJ1YjqMm_tWQm/view?usp=sharing
The Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Banner is Up
The API ERG’s Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Banner is now up near Blackberry Gate. Wave as you pass by! Look for more activities this month to celebrate the diversity and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans. https://berkeleylab-erg.lbl.gov/asian-pacific-islander/api-heritage-month
