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Six Argonne scientists will receive the 2003 University of Chicago Distinguished Performance Award in recognition of outstanding scientific or technical achievements or a distinguished record of achievements.
The University of Chicago will host an award ceremony Thursday, June 19, at 2:30 p.m. in Argonne-East’s Building 213 Cafeteria.
n Phillip Finck (ERA) and Jim Laidler (CMT) – Phillip Finck, program director of the Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative, is instrumental in the national effort to change the technical direction of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Accelerator Operations program into a program that focuses on creating a sustainable future for nuclear power production. The program uses many experts throughout Argonne’s Engineering Research and other organizations.
Laidler is internationally recognized as a leader in nuclear fuels, materials and reprocessing. In the 1970s and ’80s, he led the United States effort to develop advanced core structural materials for high-burnup liquid-metal-reactor fuels. Since joining Argonne in 1988, he has distinguished himself in several management positions for the Integral Fast Reactor program and in the Chemical Technology Division, which he directed from 1994 to 1999. Currently, he is directing the development of separation technologies for DOE’s Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative and is the national technical director for separation technology.
George Srajer
(XFD) and Jidong Jiang (MSD) develop instruments and techniques for the study
of magnetic interfacial properties in multilayers. Their work opened a new area
of research in magnetization reversal on a microscopic level and contributed to
the understanding of magnetic interactions at the interfaces of atomically
engineered nanostructures.
n Ian Foster (MCS) is internationally recognized for his outstanding technical contributions and leadership in Grid computing, one of the most important recent developments in information technology research. With Carl Kesselman of the University of Southern California, and Steve Tuecke (MCS), Foster heads the Globus Project.
The project’s “Globus Toolkit” software is central to almost every Grid deployment, and has received national recognition. The software has transformed the nature of collaboration in science and engineering and is the foundation for significant commercial offerings from companies such as IBM.
n Michael Thackeray (CMT) develops new materials for advanced electromechanical systems. He is best known for his pioneering research on metal-oxide electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Since joining Argonne in 1994, his research has focused on new types of anode and cathode materials for lithium-based batteries. He has written more than 120 research articles, received several notable awards and is inventor or co-inventor on 18 internationally lodged patents.
Four Argonne employees will be honored with the 2003 University of Chicago Outstanding Service Award at a ceremony Thursday, June 19, at 2:30 p.m. in Argonne-East’s Building 213 Cafeteria.
This award is the highest honor the university gives to Argonne employees in support positions. The award was established in 1983 by the University’s Board of Governors for Argonne and recognizes those who have furthered the goals and missions of the laboratory through exceptional contributions.
n Engineering Specialist Denis Wozniak (IPNS) will be honored for his superior long-term service to many Argonne programs and, in particular, for his dedication to the Small Angle Neutron Diffraction Program at the Intense Pulsed Neutron Source Division. He has an exceptionally deep understanding of the instruments’ operation and routinely works long hours, including weekends, to support the users’ needs.
n Building Administrator Donald LeBuis (BIO) has shown a consistently impressive level of conscientious service in emergency repair, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. In addition to his duties as building administrator and area emergency supervisor, LeBuis serves as the division’s electronics group supervisor and its property manager.
n Community Relations Coordinator Pat Canaday (OPA) has supported or directed a number of significant projects and events. Over the years she has contributed to the success of the recent presidential visit, numerous visits by U.S. Energy Secretaries -- from Watkins to Abraham -- hundreds of visits by foreign dignitaries, and federal and state legislators. She has ensured the success of six open-house events and a number of high-level meetings. Her human relations skills in dealing with members of the public, VIPs and laboratory staff bear directly on the laboratory’s image and its standing in the community.
n Pascal J. Colaianni (PFS-US), foreman, High Voltage/ 480V, is a project leader, consultant, problem solver, and supervisor for myriad electrical projects throughout the Argonne-East site. He is also in charge of steam, water and electrical metering on the site. Under his guidance, utility metering has improved dramatically, and the laboratory has realized a substantial cost savings.
By Amy M. Kile
When the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) could not penetrate Argonne’s cyber security system, it became a model with standards other security systems aim to achieve.
Looking for effective leadership in a cyber security system that is tailored to the needs and requirements of the laboratory, DOE found Argonne’s system successfully reduces inherent risks in a cost-efficient manner while supporting ongoing programs and using current technology. Because of this finding, DOE named it a model system.
“Argonne’s system effectively balances science and cyber security,” said Brent Stacey, Argonne’s chief information officer. “We were recognized as the DOE example of how effective cyber security protections can be applied in a highly scientific environment.”
To test Argonne’s system, the Secretary of Energy’s Office of Independent Oversight and Performance Assurance’s technical team attempted to infiltrate the network for several weeks. But the team was unsuccessful.
“Our cyber program is an example of an Argonne team effort across all administration, programs, and Argonne-West. I am proud to have been a small part of this achievement for Argonne,” said Stacey.
Stacey said the achievement was the result of many departments working to reach a common goal.
“The laboratory directorate, who made cyber security high priority, the Cyber Security Office, where everyone worked extraordinary hours, the Mathemtics and Computer Science Division, Argonne-West, all scientific programs, the division directors, and each division’s cyber representative worked together to receive this recognition,” said Stacey. “We had the magic that occurs from technical excellence in a highly collaborative environment.”
Argonne computer scientists were among those named 2003 InfoWorld Innovators for their work with the Globus Project and their development of the Globus Toolkit.
Argonne’s Ian Foster and Steve Tuecke (both MCS) were named with Carl Kesselman of the University of Southern California (USC). Foster, the associate director of Argonne’s Mathematics and Computer Science Division and a professor of computer science at the University of Chicago, is co-leader of the Globus Project along with Kesselman, the director of the Center for Grid Technologies at USC’s Information Sciences Institute. Tuecke is the lead architect of Argonne’s Distributed Systems Laboratory.
The Globus Toolkit is the most widely used software for connecting many computers and other distributed resources such as databases so they can be used together as if they were one large computer. The resulting “Grid” allows authorized users to share computing power and information. For example, interconnected computers being used to solve problems by distributing the problem in pieces across the grid.
Foster and Kesselman were also awarded the 2002 Lovelace Medal from the British Computer Society for their work on the Globus Project. The Lovelace Medal is awarded to individuals who have contributed to the advancement of information systems.
InfoWorld magazine delivers in-depth coverage and technical analysis of information technology products for technology experts.
A class on computer ergonomics and a demonstration of ergonomic chairs will be held at Argonne-East Thursday, June 19, from 9:30 -11:45 a.m.
“Computer User Ergonomics” (ESH 583) will be held in Building 202, B-169, and is recommended for people who work with computers four or more hours per day. Those with spend less time at the keyboard are also welcome.
The course will cover how to identify and minimize ergonomic risk factors associated with computer use. The class can help computer users avoid disorders like tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and eye, back, shoulder, wrist and neck strain.
To register, contact a Training Management System representative. To arrange a special class session or a workstation evaluation, call Carol Giles (EQO) at ext. 2-3427.
Ergonomic chairs
Several styles of ergonomic chairs and height-adjustable tables will be demonstrated in Building 202, E126 (follow the signs to ESH-Training), from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Vendors will demonstrate Bodybilt and Steelcase chairs and help select a chair. All are welcome, and no appointment is necessary.
Those who have these brands of chairs and would like a refresher on using the chair’s features, or those considering a new chair, are encouraged to stop by.
Arts at Argonne will host the Chicago Children’s Choir Sunday, June 29, at 3 p.m. at Argonne-East’s APS Conference Center Auditorium. The performance is a part of the program “The Next Generation -- Young Performers in Recital.”
The performance is open to the public. Non-Argonne employees who want to attend the event must have a photo ID and must call ahead of time to arrange for admission into Argonne. Site access can be arranged by calling (630) 252-3751.
Tickets for the performance cost $10 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are free for subscribers to the Arts at Argonne Chamber Music Series.
Family tickets, which will admit two adults and two students, can be purchased for $25. Each additional ticket after the family tickets is $5. Tickets can either be purchased by calling (630) 252-3751 or by using the ticket request form on the Arts at Argonne Web site.
Remaining tickets will be sold in the lobby of the Argonne Cafeteria, in Building 213, during the week of June 23 between noon and 1 p.m. The Auditorium Box Office will be open on the day of the performance at 2:30 p.m.
Everyone who comes to the recital is invited to join the performers at an ice cream social immediately following the event.
“Young Performers in Recital” is partially supported by the University of Chicago and the Illinois Arts Council.
Upcoming events
Arts at Argonne’s 16th season of chamber music will include:
n Academy of Ancient Music, Oct. 25
n Dejan Lazic, November (date to be announced)
n Brentano Quartet, Jan. 24, 2004
n Peter Schreier, March 6, 2004
n Leipzig Quartet, Carl Leister, April, 2004
Argonne’s annual employee picnic is almost here, and Argonne and U.S. Department of Energy employees and their families are invited to spend the day enjoying games, food, rides and attractions for all ages Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Argonne Park.
There will be attractions and activities such as a climbing wall, dunk tank, pie walk, petting zoo, speed pitch and bingo, and games like ring toss. The herpetological society will return this year with a variety of reptiles. Music will be provided by DJ Spindoctor.
The theme for this year’s picnic will be “Safari,” and animal crackers will be given away at the gate.
Although the picnic will be held off site, there is still a no-alcohol policy. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be sold by Bubba’s Dog House. Picnic-goers can purchase hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, candy, chips and more.
Volunteers wanted
Volunteers are needed to run games and activities at the picnic. Those that volunteer an hour or more of their time will receive a free T-shirt. Argonne Club affiliates are requested to volunteer to run at least one game or activity.
Anyone interested in volunteering can contact either Steve Hanuska at ext. 2-4339 or hanuska@ aps.anl.gov, or Loretta Phillips at ext. 2-6934.
Argonne’s retirement vendors will send representatives to Argonne-East during June to meet individually with employees and answer their questions about retirement plans and assets.
Appointments last a half-hour. To schedule an appointment, call the number listed.
For an appointment, call:
n Fidelity -- Tuesday, June 10 and Tuesday, June 24; (800) 642-7131
n TIAA-CREF -- Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17; (800) 842-2005
n Prudential -- Wednesday, June 4 and Wednesday, June 18; (847) 619-3519
An outing to a minor league baseball game, the Joliet Jackhammers versus the St. Paul Saints, is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, July 25, at 7:05 p.m. The game will be at Silver Cross Field in Joliet, and there will be fireworks after the game.
Anyone interested in tickets can contact Todd Hayden at tahayden@anl.gov or ext. 2-6143.
Argonne Club is also planning a canoe trip for late July or August. The trip will cost $34-$44 a canoe, depending on the length of the trip and the amount of canoes rented. The prices are based on two people per canoe, and children 12 and under are free. A canoe outfit has not been decided yet.
If interested, contact Peggy Stepuszek at ext. 2-3247 or at argonneclub @anl.gov.
The Argonne Toastmasters will celebrate the club’s 35th anniversary Wednesday, June 25, with a dinner at the Holiday Inn Willowbrook, 7800 Kingery Drive. The dinner is open to all current and former members and to anyone interested in finding out more about Toastmasters.
The dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. Entrees include baked salmon for $26 and filet mignon for $30.
For more information, contact Mary Lynne Hodshire, Toastmasters president, at ext. 2-3299, Betty Iwan at ext. 2-3410 or Carolyn Arthur at ext. 2-9023.
Toastmasters is an international organization that provides a friendly and supportive environment in which members sharpen their public speaking skills. Toastmasters teaches speakers to organize their thoughts and present them clearly and confidently, to listen to others carefully and critically, to think and react quickly, and to lead, motivate, and persuade others.
Toastmasters meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from noon to 1 p.m. in Building 201, Conference Room 190A. Anyone interested in joining or finding out more about Toastmasters is welcome to attend.
Speechcraft workshop
The club recently held the Speechcraft Workshop, a six-week program that taught participants techniques for building self-confidence and effective communications skills. The program was developed to help participants overcome the fear of speaking in front of others.
The workshop will be offered again in the fall; details will appear in Argonne News.
Harold E. Gifford, Jr., a retired senior engineering technician with 23 years of service in the Intense Pulsed Neutron Source Division, died Feb. 25. His daughter survives him.
James E. Gindler, a retired assistant division director with 36 years of service in the Chemistry Division, died March 7. His wife survives him.
Raymond Herbert, a retired firefighter with 44 years of service in the Environment, Safety, and Health Division, died May 16. His nephew, George, survives him.
Robert V. Strain, a retired metallurgist with 35 years of service in the Engineering Technology Division, died April 27. His wife, Linda, survives him.