Monthly Archive for May, 2010

Intellectual Property, Patenting & Technology Transfer: The Basics

Published on May 28, 2010 in Community and Events. 0 Comments

Tuesday, June 1, 2010
3:30 – 4:50 p.m.
Health Sciences Center, T739

Presenters: Dr. Dennis Hanson and Dr. Chris Igielski, UW Center for Commercialization

The presentation will provide a broad overview of technology transfer from a university perspective. Specifically addressed will be the processes and mechanisms by which UW researchers can work with the UW Center for Commercialization (C4C), the University’s technology transfer office. Continue reading ‘Intellectual Property, Patenting & Technology Transfer: The Basics’

Biomimicry Lab for Product Design

Published on May 20, 2010 in Undergrads. 0 Comments

Art 360 Topics in Studio Art and Practice:
Biomimicry Lab for Product Design

A new course offered Summer 2010 in the UW School of art, Division of Design.

Instructor: Dominic Muren
Meeting Time: M W 8:30-11:50

Designers are constantly challenged to develop solutions to humankind’s technical problems. Lucky for us, the natural world has been developing solutions for over 4 billion years — and they are all free for the taking, if you know where to look.
This class will give students the opportunity to explore the power of biomimicry in industrial design by completing three projects involving Continue reading ‘Biomimicry Lab for Product Design’

IEEE Event about Team Based Technical Writing

Published on May 18, 2010 in Community and Events. 0 Comments

Come join UW IEEE and Prof. Alexander Mamishev, Associate Professor and Director of Sensors, Energy, and Automation Laboratory (SEAL) in the UW Department of Electrical Engineering share with us about STREAM

Tools: a Comprehensive System For Collaborative Writing. STREAM Tools is a unique, integrative, team-centered approach to writing and formatting technical documents.

Date:    Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Time: 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Location: EEB 303

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Space is limited; please RSVP at http://bit.ly/aGeC4T.  Thanks.

SWE Hosts Epic

Published on May 18, 2010 in Employment, Masters, PhD and Undergrads. 0 Comments

The Society for Women in Engineering is hosting an information session on Wednesday, May 26th from 6-7PM in EEB 037.

After the presentation, SWE will host their general meeting.

NSWA panel on freelance science writing

Published on May 18, 2010 in Community and Events. 0 Comments

Join the Northwest Science Writers Association for a panel discussion with three local science writers and an editor.

WHAT: Freelance science writers: The Few. The Proud. The Underpaid. From children’s books on geology, to news reports for science journals, NSWA members have carved out niches in the competitive world of freelance science writing. Three writers and an editor will share their stories and tips for success in today’s tight market:

WHEN: Wednesday, May 19, 6:30–8:30 p.m. (starting with a social half hour).

Continue reading ‘NSWA panel on freelance science writing’

Editorial Internship

Published on May 13, 2010 in Career Resources and Employment. 0 Comments

Real Change seeks a sharp reporter to learn on the beat as s/he helps us round out our award-winning, in-depth coverage of local issues.

Requirements:

  • Previous journalism experience in a campus- or community-based media outlet
  • Passionate interest in issues of social, economic and environmental justice
  • Desire to learn in a fast-paced and challenging setting

    The Editorial Intern will Continue reading ‘Editorial Internship’

    TONIGHT: Charlotte Lee on Evening Magazine

    Published on May 12, 2010 in Community. 0 Comments

    Tonight, May 12, Prof. Charlotte Lee and her ducks and HCDE 505 class will be on the King 5 Evening Magazine show between 7 and 8 pm.

    HCDE Mural Design Winner

    Published on May 7, 2010 in Misc.. 0 Comments

    HCDE and the HCDE Student Association are pleased to announce the winners of the HCDE mural design contest.  We received 9 great entries and would like to thank all entrants for their time and effort.

    Congratulations to Christiana Wu and Ashlimarie Dong for their winning entry!

    Below is a draft of Christiana’s and Ashlimarie’s mural design; click on the thumbnail to see the design full-size.  The artists will finalize their design and the HCDE Student Association will seek approval of the design from the University’s art review committee.

    Stay tuned for information about when the whole HCDE department can get together to paint Christiana’s and Ashlimarie’s great design!

    Jared Spool: Revealing Design Treasures from The Amazon

    Published on May 6, 2010 in Current Students and Events. 0 Comments

    Date: Thursday, May 20, 2010
    Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
    Location: Kane Hall Room 210
    Sponsored by HCDE

    For one night only, Jared Spool comes to Seattle to present the latest research from User Interface Engineering: Revealing Design Treasures from The Amazon. Continue reading ‘Jared Spool: Revealing Design Treasures from The Amazon’

    Engineers Without Borders: Designer Needed

    Published on May 6, 2010 in Current Students and Employment. 0 Comments

    EWB needs a designer for a project in Bolivia. Here is part of the job description:

    I’m the lead for a rural roadway improvement project in Bolivia that the UW chapter of Engineers Without Borders is working on. We are currently looking for a small group of engaged HCDE students to help with the design of a roads maintenance manual for the community with which we are working. This is a exciting opportunity for HCDE students to not only apply their skills to a humanitarian cause, but a great design challenge as well. Continue reading ‘Engineers Without Borders: Designer Needed’