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| The web-based Virtual Room Videoconferencing System (VRVS) was used to establish real-time interaction between a high school chemistry classroom and an X-ray absorption spectroscopy beamline at the National Synchrotron Light Source (NSLS), Brookhaven National Laboratory. The computer-based video and audio conferencing systems allowed students to view and participate in experiments performed by their own teachers, with the assistance of NSLS beamline personnel. As part of a class research project, students monitored the environmental chemistry of wetlands. Samples were collected for characterization of sulfur speciation through X-ray absorption spectroscopy. High school teachers simultaneously conducted experiments and explained the procedures to students, who were able to ask questions during the experiments. Results were obtained and interpreted in real time. The project is being further developed for general implementation, and is supported by a partnership between Stony Brook University and Brookhaven National Laboratory funded through the National Science Foundation. |
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General Posters
7:30 PM-9:30 PM, Sunday, March 25, 2007 Hyatt Regency Chicago -- Riverside Center, Poster
Sci-Mix
Division of Chemical Education |