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From The Physics Teacher: NSCL/JINA's "Marble Nuclei"

The February issue of AAPT's journal, The Physics Teacher, features an article about NSCL/JINA's model nuclei built from magnetic marbles. "Learning Nuclear Science with Marbles" introduces the reader to multiple hands-on demonstrations of nuclear properties using the model. These demonstrations have been used extensively throughout NSCL/JINA outreach programs, and over 100 science teachers are currently trained to use them as part of their classroom curriculum.

NSCL awarded Green Certification

On January 4, NSCL was awarded the MSU Green Certification. This certification program acknowledges campus organizations that have reduced their impact on the environment through energy efficiency and conservation, waste reduction, water conservation and purchasing.

Bradley Sherrill Participates in Whad'ya Know?

Bradley Sherrill, NSCL and FRIB Chief Scientist, was interviewed on Michael Feldman's Whad'Ya Know?, a popular quiz and entertainment radio program. Links to the October 31 show, broadcast live from the MSU Concert Auditorium in East Lansing, are available on the Whad'Ya Know Web site. The interview is ten minutes into part 3.

FRIB earns honor as top educational ‘deal’

Michigan State University’s successful bid for the U.S. Department of Energy’s $550 million Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) earned recognition at a recent business honors program.

MSU National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory and FRIB Director Konrad Gelbke accepted the Deals of the Year award in the education category Oct. 23 from Business Review Western Michigan. The honor recognizes the magnitude of the FRIB program and its consequences for western Michigan and beyond.

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