The University/Government/Industry Micro/Nano Symposium (UGIM)covers topics such as:
- Facilities Management
Space and utilities management, Utilities responsibilities, Safety and emergency response and Maintenance - Command, Control, Communications, and Community
Metrics and benchmarking, Laboratory models – research/education/size, Computers and administration, Staffing, training, conduct, discipline, Access control and 24/7 operation - University and Public Relations
College, departmental relations, Publications, electronic media, Past and Future of UGIM, Industrial and international - Equipment Management
Preventive maint., decommissioning, Service models, priorities, contracts, Computerized access and Capability development - Planning and Development
Short, medium and long range goals, Should you have a lab; what kind?, International models and Networking models - Expanding Laboratory Demands
Compatibility/contamination, Growth areas and patterns, Information management, Materials management, Computerized access, Documentation and retaining knowledge - Finances
Income streams and subsidies, Recharge models, caps, Expenses and depreciation, Equipment acquisition and funding
The University/Government/Industry Micro/Nano Symposium (UGIM) brings together educators and researchers involved in micro/nanotechnology laboratory development and management around the world.