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Please join us June 21-23, 2024 for a memorial symposium in honor of Lena F. Kourkoutis, Ph.D. ’09, professor and alumna of the School of Applied and Engineering Physics at Cornell University.
Lena Fitting Kourkoutis (1979-2023) made foundational contributions to many fields of advanced and high-resolution electron microscopy by working across disciplines and bridging traditional boundaries between biological and materials research. This symposium will highlight topics-in microscopy and beyond-impacted by Lena’s research, including the development of high spatial and energy resolution measurements for atomic-scale structural and chemical insights of functional materials; cryogenic and in situ STEM techniques to probe correlated quantum phenomena; advanced quantitative and high resolution studies of in situ biological specimens; and techniques for accessing hard-soft and solid-liquid interfaces in their native state in systems such as energy storage and conversion devices. As a tribute to Lena and the far-reaching impacts of her scientific research, professional service, and community leadership, this symposium will bring together mentees, collaborators, and other distinguished researchers who were inspired by Lena.
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