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Next General User Proposal Deadline: March 6, 2009

Position opening at the High Pressure Collaborative Access Team (HPCAT)
(Nov. 10, 2008)

 The High Pressure Collaborative Access Team (HPCAT) invites applications for a beamline scientist position at the Advanced Photon Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory, USA. The HPCAT operates sector 16 at the APS, which has been developed with multiple synchrotron x-ray diffraction and spectroscopy probes dedicated for high pressure studies.  Currently, there are four simultaneously operational beamlines at the HPCAT, addressing scientific problems in multidisciplinary fields. Responsibilities of a beamline scientist at HPCAT include developing and integrating novel high-pressure synchrotron techniques, supporting user programs, and conducting original researches.  

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, Earth science, biophysics, engineering, or a related field. The beam scientist position requires a minimum of two-year work experience after Ph.D. at synchrotron beamlines and/or high-pressure laboratories. Successful candidate is expected to have an outstanding research and development record as well as the ability to attract research funding and foster collaborative initiatives, and will have excellent relevant computer skills. organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work effectively both as a team player and independently. Expertise in high-pressure apparatus, cryogenics, laser and resistive heating is desirable. 

Interested candidates should send a detailed CV, research interests, along with a list of publications, and the names and addresses of three references to Dr. Ho-kwang Mao (mao@gl.ciw.edu), Geophysical Laboratory, Carnegie Institution of Washington, 5251 Broad Branch Road, NW, Washington DC, 20015, USA. The search will start immediately until the position is filled. 

The HPCAT is managed by the Carnegie Institution of Washington. The Carnegie Institution is an equal opportunity employer.

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HPCAT Newsletter (Aug. 2006)

HPCAT Workshops

2006 Workshop on Synergy of 21st Century High-Pressure Science and Technology

(April 28-May 1, 2006)

2005 Workshop on Rheology and Elasticity Studies at Ultra-High Pressure and Temperature

(Oct. 21-23, 2005)

Technical Notes

For upcoming run 2007-1
(Nov. 21, 2006)

       16ID-D: The IDD station will be setup for two types of experiments - nuclear resonance scattering (NRIXS, NFS), and x-ray emission spectroscopy (XES, RXES). Please note that x-ray Raman/inelastic x-ray scattering is not available in 2007-1.

       16ID-B: In additions to the micro-diffraction setup with IP and CCD, the newly re-configured on-line laser heating system will be available in this period. Cryostat experiments are also possible, but could be under tight scheduling constraints.

       16BM-D and 16BM-B: Both stations are currently setup for energy dispersive diffraction with a beam size of ~5 microns. Bulky and heavy equipments (e.g., cryostat, resistively heating device, PE) may be accommodated. Please note that we plan to install a monochromator for BMD in 2007-1. So starting from 2007-2, 16BM-D will have mono-capabilities for angle dispersive diffraction and x-ray spectroscopy experiments.
 

For run 2006-3
(Aug., 2006)

       In the run cycle of 2006-3, October-December, on-line laser heating capability will not be available in 16-ID-B, due to major re-configuration in the station. The new laser heating system will be operational in the cycle of 2007-1, January-April.

       The 16BM beamline at HPCAT will be open to general users starting the run cycle of 2006-3. The bending magnet beamline is equipped with micro-diffraction facilities, and is currently operational in energy dispersive mode. A monochromator will be installed in early 2007 for angle dispersive diffraction and x-ray absorption spectroscopy.

(Nov. 17, 2004)
PLEASE NOTE THESE IMPORTANT CHANGES:

1) From today the new 'sample to BKL-4 top surface' distance is: 3.5" / 89 mm. This is also the new distance for the PRL and off-line alignment systems.

THIS HEIGHT IS NOW THE STANDARD HEIGHT FOR ALL HPCAT STATIONS

2) The PRL white-light illumination now follows the same path as the laser beam so it is best to load the ruby on the downstream side of the DAC.

3) The PRL is now fully motorized and contained within an interlocked safety enclosure SO THAT THE SYSTEM IS NOW Class I, so neither an eye examination nor laser safety courses are required. All alignment controls are via a PC and sample observation via a camera and monitor.

Updated on Dec. 3, 2006 by Haozhe