American Chemical Society
The American Chemical Society (ACS) is the worlds largest scientific society. It is at the forefront of world wide chemical enterprise and the home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions - Visit www.acs.org. Donivan Porterfield will be providing information on and examples of chemical experiments that can be done at home by the family.
Ashley Pond Exhibits & Events
Mountain Storm Instruments
Mountain Storm Instruments provides easy to use and flexible intelligent sensor platforms. The platforms are FPGA based with a modular design for GPS and acquisition modules, and have USB or Ethernet interfaces. Customization service of hardware, firmware and software is also available. www.mtnstormdaq.com
Mountain Storm Instruments provides easy to use and flexible intelligent sensor platforms. The platforms are FPGA based with a modular design for GPS and acquisition modules, and have USB or Ethernet interfaces. Customization service of hardware, firmware and software is also available. www.mtnstormdaq.com
Red Desert Studios
Vistas in Art & Science: Diffraction grating fine art (framed) and jewelry. And new oil paintings by Doug Czor (www.czor.com). As a retired geologist and an artist, I enjoy creating new forms of art by combining scientific tools, materials and art.
Vistas in Art & Science: Diffraction grating fine art (framed) and jewelry. And new oil paintings by Doug Czor (www.czor.com). As a retired geologist and an artist, I enjoy creating new forms of art by combining scientific tools, materials and art.
NM Wine Tours
Come by and talk to owner, Cindy Capelli, 505-263-6010, cindycapelli@hotmail.com
Come by and talk to owner, Cindy Capelli, 505-263-6010, cindycapelli@hotmail.com
Energy Related Devices
Energy Related Devices is a research and development company, founded in Los Alamos in 1987. The company motto is “Nature povides the models for entergy solutions.” Come by to meet local inventor, Bob Hockaday: 505-662-0660, energyrd@aol.com
Energy Related Devices is a research and development company, founded in Los Alamos in 1987. The company motto is “Nature povides the models for entergy solutions.” Come by to meet local inventor, Bob Hockaday: 505-662-0660, energyrd@aol.com
Angela Loggins
Angela Loggins is an inventor and has been inventing for 3 years. She is currently getting her Doctorate in International Business from Walden University and lives in Richardson, TX. She will be showcasing three (3) inventions called myWriteRightpen, myLegalpen and myMedicalpen - all electronic spell check pens. Email: aloggins69@yahoo.com
Angela Loggins is an inventor and has been inventing for 3 years. She is currently getting her Doctorate in International Business from Walden University and lives in Richardson, TX. She will be showcasing three (3) inventions called myWriteRightpen, myLegalpen and myMedicalpen - all electronic spell check pens. Email: aloggins69@yahoo.com
Rex Jung - UNM
Dr. Rex Jung and Ranee Flores of the University of New Mexico’s Department of Neurosurgery have spent the last five years studying how creativity (the production of something novel and useful) arises from the human brain and is now turning attention to how creativity is expressed in young adults pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Come by to see how creativity is measured; take a survey on Openness to Experience or Creative Achievement; see brain images showing results from their studies linking these behavioral measures to brain structure and function. Email: rex.jung@gmail.com
Dr. Rex Jung and Ranee Flores of the University of New Mexico’s Department of Neurosurgery have spent the last five years studying how creativity (the production of something novel and useful) arises from the human brain and is now turning attention to how creativity is expressed in young adults pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Come by to see how creativity is measured; take a survey on Openness to Experience or Creative Achievement; see brain images showing results from their studies linking these behavioral measures to brain structure and function. Email: rex.jung@gmail.com
Sacred Power
Sacred Power Corporation is a Native American Owned, New Mexico based company specializing in renewable energy technology, communications, and manufacturing. Local systems include the 50kW Hawks Solar Array for LAPS, Hot Water Systems at the Animal Shelter, Justice Center and KRSN AM Radio Tower. Richard Fialho will be showcasing one of their SP systems. EMail: richard@sacredpowercorp.com
Sacred Power Corporation is a Native American Owned, New Mexico based company specializing in renewable energy technology, communications, and manufacturing. Local systems include the 50kW Hawks Solar Array for LAPS, Hot Water Systems at the Animal Shelter, Justice Center and KRSN AM Radio Tower. Richard Fialho will be showcasing one of their SP systems. EMail: richard@sacredpowercorp.com
Los Alamos Co-Op
Visit the Co-op and see what fantastic organic food they have to offer. Contact: Steve Watts 505-695-1579, gm@losalamos.coop
Visit the Co-op and see what fantastic organic food they have to offer. Contact: Steve Watts 505-695-1579, gm@losalamos.coop
Sandia National Laboratories
The Access Delay Technology Department at Sandia National Laboratories performs research, engineering development, and application of fixed barrier designs and activated dispensable materials. Sandia will display and demonstrate several technologies developed for numerous delay projects including the aqueous foam and sticky foam demonstrations for safety and security applications. Contact: Ruben Martinez: 505-284-5844, rubmart@sandia.gov
The Access Delay Technology Department at Sandia National Laboratories performs research, engineering development, and application of fixed barrier designs and activated dispensable materials. Sandia will display and demonstrate several technologies developed for numerous delay projects including the aqueous foam and sticky foam demonstrations for safety and security applications. Contact: Ruben Martinez: 505-284-5844, rubmart@sandia.gov
Bandelier National Park
Talk to Park staff about our National Park. Contact: Rod Torrez: 505-672-386,rod_torrez@mps.gov
Talk to Park staff about our National Park. Contact: Rod Torrez: 505-672-386,rod_torrez@mps.gov
NM Consortium
The New Mexico Consortium (NMC) is a non-profit corporation formed by the three New Mexico Universities to partner with the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) to advance scientific research and education in New Mexico. Their booth will demonstrate some interesting visual illusions, including a fast eye-tracking system that may enable some participants to see new colors. Participants can test their rapid object detection skills against a laptop computer running a simulation of the visual cortex. Contact: Garrett Kenyon: garkenyon@gmail.com, 505-412-0416
The New Mexico Consortium (NMC) is a non-profit corporation formed by the three New Mexico Universities to partner with the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) to advance scientific research and education in New Mexico. Their booth will demonstrate some interesting visual illusions, including a fast eye-tracking system that may enable some participants to see new colors. Participants can test their rapid object detection skills against a laptop computer running a simulation of the visual cortex. Contact: Garrett Kenyon: garkenyon@gmail.com, 505-412-0416
Atomic Flying Pickles - LA Girl Scouts
Come see LEGO robots in action at the FIRST LEGO League booth. A group of Girl Scouts from Los Alamos, with the team name “Atomic Flying Pickles” learn about science and engineering to solve challenging problems.
Come see LEGO robots in action at the FIRST LEGO League booth. A group of Girl Scouts from Los Alamos, with the team name “Atomic Flying Pickles” learn about science and engineering to solve challenging problems.
National Instruments/First
National Instruments transforms the way engineers and scientists around the world design, prototype, and deploy systems for test, control, and embedded design applications. From testing next-generation gaming systems to creating breakthrough medical devices, NI customers continuously develop innovative technologies that impact millions of people. FIRST designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills. Contact: Kathryn McGinney: 512-683-5208
National Instruments transforms the way engineers and scientists around the world design, prototype, and deploy systems for test, control, and embedded design applications. From testing next-generation gaming systems to creating breakthrough medical devices, NI customers continuously develop innovative technologies that impact millions of people. FIRST designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills. Contact: Kathryn McGinney: 512-683-5208
UNMLA/LAHS Robotics - Don Davis
Don Davis will be spotlighting the UNMLA Applied Sciences Robotics program with hands-on demonstrations of some of the robots created by our students. Information will be provided about the UNMLA Solar Technology Program and the new Environmental Science research and earth systems science based program at UNMLA.
Don Davis will be spotlighting the UNMLA Applied Sciences Robotics program with hands-on demonstrations of some of the robots created by our students. Information will be provided about the UNMLA Solar Technology Program and the new Environmental Science research and earth systems science based program at UNMLA.
New Mexico Electrical Vehicle Assoc.
The EVA is a non-profit educational organizaton promoting the advancement and adoption of electric vehicles. Electric vehicles are a clean, quiet alternatie to conventional automobiles. Get a hands-on experience with a green machine. Contact: Richard Dunn at 505-672-1095 or email: greenwheels@newmexico.com
The EVA is a non-profit educational organizaton promoting the advancement and adoption of electric vehicles. Electric vehicles are a clean, quiet alternatie to conventional automobiles. Get a hands-on experience with a green machine. Contact: Richard Dunn at 505-672-1095 or email: greenwheels@newmexico.com
Los Alamos MainStreet Event Info Booth & Nerd Focus Booth
The Next Big Idea Festival is a Los Alamos MainStreet event. Los Alamos MainStreet manages four events a year, Farmers Markets, curb appeal grants, small project grants and MainStreet Future’s Commitee realizes economic development in Los Alamos. Come by the booth to grab a Nerd Focus drink, buy a Fractal poster, play the MindFlex game or QR Code scavenger hunt. Contact: Suzette Fox 505-661-4844 or email suzette@losalamos.org
The Next Big Idea Festival is a Los Alamos MainStreet event. Los Alamos MainStreet manages four events a year, Farmers Markets, curb appeal grants, small project grants and MainStreet Future’s Commitee realizes economic development in Los Alamos. Come by the booth to grab a Nerd Focus drink, buy a Fractal poster, play the MindFlex game or QR Code scavenger hunt. Contact: Suzette Fox 505-661-4844 or email suzette@losalamos.org
Los Alamos National Bank
A sponsor of the Next Big Idea, Los Alamos National Bank invites you to stop by our booth and say hello. We will have something for everyone to take home. Los Alamos National Bank creating a better way.
A sponsor of the Next Big Idea, Los Alamos National Bank invites you to stop by our booth and say hello. We will have something for everyone to take home. Los Alamos National Bank creating a better way.
Santa Fe Childrens Museum
Santa Fe Children’s Museum provides a dynamic educational environment where children ages 1-12 and their families can play and learn together. We offer hands-on exhibits, an outdoor learning landscape, art, science and cultural programs for children, and workshops and classes for parents and caregivers. Come by and explore the fun of magnets! Contact: Rachael Kissling at 505-989-8359 or rkissling@santafechildrensmuseum.org
Santa Fe Children’s Museum provides a dynamic educational environment where children ages 1-12 and their families can play and learn together. We offer hands-on exhibits, an outdoor learning landscape, art, science and cultural programs for children, and workshops and classes for parents and caregivers. Come by and explore the fun of magnets! Contact: Rachael Kissling at 505-989-8359 or rkissling@santafechildrensmuseum.org
LA Public Schools
Vist the Los Alamos Public Schools booth to see how they are involved in the Next Big Idea.
Vist the Los Alamos Public Schools booth to see how they are involved in the Next Big Idea.
UNMLA - Dr. Tom Beach
Visit University of New Mexico - Los Alamos Professor Dr. Tom Beach. He will have a telescope for viewing sunspots (assuming the weather cooperates), and will discuss the Physics of model rocketry.”
Visit University of New Mexico - Los Alamos Professor Dr. Tom Beach. He will have a telescope for viewing sunspots (assuming the weather cooperates), and will discuss the Physics of model rocketry.”
Traveling Jack - Roving BullDog Reporter
Jack the Bull Dog will be on site to report on animal shelter adoptions. Contact: Travelin’ Jack and Jill Lane at 505 220-4933 or email jill@trvl.org
Jack the Bull Dog will be on site to report on animal shelter adoptions. Contact: Travelin’ Jack and Jill Lane at 505 220-4933 or email jill@trvl.org
Champions of Youth Ambitions
C’YA also known as Champions of Youth Ambitions will make their debut at the Next Big Idea with BUBBLES! This hands on booth will engage the young and the young at heart with education and play. Come learn the science behind bubbles with a sample to take home and a recipe to share with your friends. Contact: Bernadette Lauritzen Lauritzens@att.net or call 505-672-4089
C’YA also known as Champions of Youth Ambitions will make their debut at the Next Big Idea with BUBBLES! This hands on booth will engage the young and the young at heart with education and play. Come learn the science behind bubbles with a sample to take home and a recipe to share with your friends. Contact: Bernadette Lauritzen Lauritzens@att.net or call 505-672-4089
Atomic City Rigatta - United Way Youth
The Atomic City Regatta provides families with an opportunity to assemble small sailboats and participate in a wind-powered boat race on a rain gutter track. Boat kits will be available for $7 each. The Atomic City Regatta is a fundraiser for the United Way Youth Team. All proceeds benefit the United Way Community Action Fund.
The Atomic City Regatta provides families with an opportunity to assemble small sailboats and participate in a wind-powered boat race on a rain gutter track. Boat kits will be available for $7 each. The Atomic City Regatta is a fundraiser for the United Way Youth Team. All proceeds benefit the United Way Community Action Fund.
LAVA Holographics
Vist the booth for Holographic jewelry. Contact: Fred Unterseher and Rebecca Deem: sas@lava3d.com or call
505-216-9765
Vist the booth for Holographic jewelry. Contact: Fred Unterseher and Rebecca Deem: sas@lava3d.com or call
505-216-9765
Positive Energy Solar
Positive Energy is a Solar Electric System Installation Company based in New Mexico. They provide the education and tools necessary for making an informed decision about harnessing clean renewable energy from the sun. Visit their booth for evaluation and selection guides and samples of modules they carry. Contact: Karen Paramanandam at 505-428-0069 karen@positiveenergysolar.com
Positive Energy is a Solar Electric System Installation Company based in New Mexico. They provide the education and tools necessary for making an informed decision about harnessing clean renewable energy from the sun. Visit their booth for evaluation and selection guides and samples of modules they carry. Contact: Karen Paramanandam at 505-428-0069 karen@positiveenergysolar.com
COMPA Industries
A sponsor of the Next Big Idea, COMPA Industries is a sprofessional, tecnical and adminstrative starffa umentation and project management company that has active contract at multiple DOE laboratories. Stop by to gather information.
A sponsor of the Next Big Idea, COMPA Industries is a sprofessional, tecnical and adminstrative starffa umentation and project management company that has active contract at multiple DOE laboratories. Stop by to gather information.
Los Alamos County
As a sponsor of the Next Big Idea, LA County will showcase sustainability options, Community Broadband Network and NEDO Smart House information. Contact: Julie Williams-Hill 505-662-8002 or email: julie.williams-hill@lacnm.us
As a sponsor of the Next Big Idea, LA County will showcase sustainability options, Community Broadband Network and NEDO Smart House information. Contact: Julie Williams-Hill 505-662-8002 or email: julie.williams-hill@lacnm.us
Kraz-E-Science
Kraz-E-Science is a volunteer program that visits elementary, middle and high schools since 2004 in Wyoming and New Mexico. They strive to educate students about basic science concepts through imaginative demonstrations. The goal is to get students excited about science and encourage them to consider technology oriented careers. Contact: Dave Schwellenbach: 505-412-3576 or Kraz-e-science@schwellenbach.com
Kraz-E-Science is a volunteer program that visits elementary, middle and high schools since 2004 in Wyoming and New Mexico. They strive to educate students about basic science concepts through imaginative demonstrations. The goal is to get students excited about science and encourage them to consider technology oriented careers. Contact: Dave Schwellenbach: 505-412-3576 or Kraz-e-science@schwellenbach.com
LANL - cosmic ray muon
Enterprise Computer/Fusitsu
Contact: Heather Burke: hkburke@pinonpc.com or call 505-662-5450
Contact: Heather Burke: hkburke@pinonpc.com or call 505-662-5450
Weston Solutions
Weston Solutions, Inc. (WESTON®) delivers integrated, sustainable solutions for environmental restoration, property redevelopment, design/build construction, green buildings, and clean energy. Weston will exhibit a GreenGrid® Green Roof System. The GreenGrid modular green roof system is available in the United States exclusively through WESTON and can be installed on new or existing roofs. Contact: Jessica Moseley: jessica.moseley@westonsolutions.com or call 505-412-2083
Weston Solutions, Inc. (WESTON®) delivers integrated, sustainable solutions for environmental restoration, property redevelopment, design/build construction, green buildings, and clean energy. Weston will exhibit a GreenGrid® Green Roof System. The GreenGrid modular green roof system is available in the United States exclusively through WESTON and can be installed on new or existing roofs. Contact: Jessica Moseley: jessica.moseley@westonsolutions.com or call 505-412-2083
Snowkite New Mexico
Check out Snowkites of New Mexico. Stuart Penny will will set up flags, kite buggies and if there is wind, will fly trainer kites and blow up and set out the large kites used for snowkiting.Contact: live2snowkite@gmail.com or call 505-670-7600
Check out Snowkites of New Mexico. Stuart Penny will will set up flags, kite buggies and if there is wind, will fly trainer kites and blow up and set out the large kites used for snowkiting.Contact: live2snowkite@gmail.com or call 505-670-7600
Los Alamos Police Bomb Squad
Learn about the FBI certified program that is solely volunteer. Meet team members and watch them at work with robots that are designed to detect explosive materials being controlled at a distance.
Learn about the FBI certified program that is solely volunteer. Meet team members and watch them at work with robots that are designed to detect explosive materials being controlled at a distance.