Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research

We are pleased to start a series of 3 seminars on Microscopy, in collaboration with CCEM.

This week, Dr. James Lebeau from MIT will present his work on Imaging Dynamics and 3D Complexity in Functional Oxides via Operando Electron Microscopy and Multislice Electron Ptychography.

Friendly reminder that the inaugural Weatherly Lecture will take place on Friday, Oct 17. Our first Weatherly Lecturer is Prof. Gianluigi Botton, who is currently the CEO of the Diamond Light Source. Prof. Botton spent much of his career here at McMaster and founded the CCEM.

As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen connections with students and incorporate diverse perspectives into our activities, we are looking to add a Student Representative to our Advisory Board.

Details about the position and application form:
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Join us this Friday, Oct 10, 2025 for our next BIMR Seminar. Dr. Pei Yuin Keng from the National Tsing Hua University will present her work “From Tumor Targeting to Metastasis Eradication: Boron-based Nanoparticles in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT)”.
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BIMR Seminar: Join us this Friday, October 3, 2025 at 2.30pm for our next Seminar presented by Dr. Alexey Kostikov from McGill University. Dr. Kostikov will present his work on PET From Brain to Tumor: Advancing Imaging through Radiochemical Innovations.

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We are sorry to inform you that due to personal reasons, today’s seminar is Cancelled. We are sorry for the last minute notice.
We will see you next week for Dr. Alexey Kostikov’s seminar.

It will bring distinguished researchers in materials science to present on cutting-edge research that reflects Weatherly’s dedication to innovation, collaboration. The inaugural lecture, delivered by Prof. Gianluigi Botton, marks a fitting beginning to this celebration of scientific achievement.

The Weatherly Lectureship, established in honour of the late George C. Weatherly, pays tribute to his vision, leadership, and lasting impact as Director of the Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research from 1996-2001.

We are pleased to announce the inaugural Weatherly Lecture, happening on Friday, October 17, 2025. It is our honor to welcome Professor Gianluigi Botton, CEO, Diamond Light Source, as our distinguished speaker.
For more details, please visit our website: brockhouse.mcmaster.ca/events/

Please join us this Friday, September 19, 2025 at 2.30pm in ABB 102 for a seminar presented by Dr. Neil Vasdev from the University of Toronto. Dr. Vasdev will present his work on PET Neuroimaging in Drug Discovery. brockhouse.mcmaster.ca/events/

Remembering Bertram Brockhouse: McMaster professor emeritus and Nobel Prize laureate Winning the Nobel Prize in Physics beamed Brockhouse out of retirement decades after his pioneering work with neutrons in Chalk River.

Remembering Bertram Brockhouse: McMaster professor emeritus and Nobel Prize laureate - Thank you Jay Robb for such a nice piece on Bertram Brockhouse.

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Not sure if you should attend our weekly seminars? Here’s what students say they’ve gained:
-Discover new research
-Meet potential supervisors
-Build your academic network
-Great ideas for your thesis/project
-Ask questions, get inspired
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BIMR Seminar Series: Radiochemistry

For our first theme of the year, we dive into the world of Radiochemistry with an exciting lineup of experts. Join us to explore the latest advances in imaging and radiopharmaceutical research.
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Please join us exceptionally this Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 2.30pm in ABB 271 for a seminar presented by Dr. Sophie Rousseaux from University of Toronto: New Strategies for the Synthesis and Functionalization of Strained Rings. brockhouse.mcmaster.ca/events/

Photo of ABB building entrance with BIMR logo and "welcome back" sign

Welcome back, Marauders! As we kick off a new academic year at McMaster University, the BIMR will be hosting weekly seminars, workshops, and other exciting events throughout the year. So make sure to follow us to stay in the loop on what’s coming up.
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Future Materials Innovators Program - Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research [...]Read More...

Have an innovative, collaborative idea you’d like to bring to life? Applications for the next round of the Future Materials Innovators Program will open in January 2026. Learn more about the program here: brockhouse.mcmaster.ca/initiatives/...

A mixing system for uniform, reproducible viscous bioink preparation Rationale: Extrusion 3D bioprinting is an additive manufacturing tissue engineering technique that uses cell-laden viscous biomaterials known as bioinks. Manually mixing cell suspensions into viscous...

We are proud to share that the results of their project are now available as a preprint on ChemRxiv: doi.org/10.26434/che... . Congratulations to Ryan and David for turning their innovative concept into a tangible research outcome.

Ryan Singer and David A. González-Martínez applied to the BIMR Future Materials Innovators Program with a goal: to create a mixing system for uniform, reproducible viscous bioink preparation. Using 3D printing, they designed and tested different types of mixers.

Seminar flyer with photo of the speaker and event details - All the info on the flyer can be found in the link in the post to the events webpage.

Please join us on Thursday August 7, 2025 at 2.30pm in ABB 102 for a seminar presented by Dr. James Chandler from the University of Leeds. Dr. Chandler will present his work on Soft and Continuum Medical Robotics across Actuation Modes.

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Our seminars are on summer break, but we are already actively working on next year's seminar program!

We need your help: What seminar topics do YOU want to hear about?

Drop your suggestions in the comments, or send us a DM. Feel free to add any speaker suggestions as well if you'd like!

We’ve landed on BlueSky! Welcome to the Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research at McMaster University. On this account we will be sharing about upcoming events, recent work from our members, and all things related to the Institute. Follow along!