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Highlights – April 2003

Breakthrough Motion Imaging of Atoms In Molecules

NRC Movie Features Atoms in the Starring Role!
Tracking successfully the motion of hydrogen atoms in a hydrogen molecule was recently achieved by Dr. Hiromichi Niikura and his team of scientists from the National Research Council's Steacie Institute for Molecular Sciences (NRC-SIMS). Read this article to find out more about this major scientific breakthrough, published recently in Nature. 
Putting Research to Work for the Environment
Lightweight aggregate material produced by the researchers in SingaporeAs part of an international collaboration with Singapore, NRC researchers will be working to turn a hazardous waste into a usable construction product. Find out how NRC's valuable international linkages can benefit the environment. 
NRC Nanotechnology Institute
Plans for the permanent home of the new NRC National Institute for Nanotechnology (NINT) were unveiled recently in Edmonton, Alberta. The new building will include provisions that will make it one of the world's most technologically advanced research facilities. Find out more about these innovative research facilities.  
Keeping the Taps Flowing in Vancouver
A watershed management system developed by the NRC Canadian Hydraulics Centre and Environment Canada is helping protect Vancouver's drinking water. Read more about NRC's contribution to the water management in the Greater Vancouver Regional District.  
NRC Engineers Help Students Rise to the "Challenge"
In celebration of National Engineering Week, students from the National Capital Region engaged in a month long problem solving activity - the design and construction of an 'egg drop' structure, known as an Arctic Provision Transporter.
Find out how NRC Engineers helped students rise to the "Challenge".
Date Published: 2003-04-01
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