ILSFUM'18: 10th ILSF Users' Meeting

13 May 2018, 08:00 → 14 May 2018, 18:00 Asia/Tehran

Iranian Light Source Facility will be holding The 10th ILSF Users' Meeting on May 13th & 14th 2018 at Imam Khomeini International University, near where the ILSF construction site is located The meeting provides a unique forum for experienced as well as potential users of synchrtoron light source in Iran to discuss the scientific, technical, and practical issues about the use of synchrotron radiation in basic science, engineering, and medicine.

دهمین همایش کاربران چشمه‌ی نور ایران در روزهای یکشنبه و دوشنبه 23 و 24 اردیبهشت 1397 در  دانشگاه بین‌المللی امام خمینی قزوین برگزار خواهد شد. در این همایش واپسین دستاوردهای پژوهشگران ایرانی و بین‌المللی در زمینه‌ی کاربردهای تابش سنکروترونی در علوم پایه، مهندسی و پزشکی ارائه‌ خواهد شد و فرصتی مناسب برای آشنایی و گفتگو میان کاربران باتجربه چشمه‌های نور سنکروترونی و پژوهشگران و کاربران بالقوه‌ در کشور خواهد بود.

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اطلاعات مهم Information

Sunday 13 May

08:30 → 09:00 Registration

09:00 → 10:10 Session A1

Convener: Prof. Mahmoud Tabrizchi (Isfahan University of Technology)

09:00 ILSF Progress Report

Speaker: Prof. Javad Rahighi (Iranian Light Source Facility)

09:20 ILSF Storage Ring Parameters

Speaker: Mr Morteza Jafarzadeh (Iranain Light Source Facility)

09:50 ILSF Training and Capacity Building Activities

Speaker: Dr Ehsan Salimi (IPM)

10:10 → 10:40 Poster Session: Hanging Poster

10:10 → 10:40 Tea Break

10:40 → 11:25 Session A2

Convener: Prof. Zafarollah Kalantari (Isfahan University of Technology)

10:40 ALBA Synchrotron and Highlights

ALBA synchrotron light source (www.cells.es) is the largest Spanish research infrastructure that started full operation of its first seven beamlines on February 2013. Nowadays, there are eight beamlines in operation and three under construction. I will divide the talk in three parts: i) a very brief general description of ALBA synchrotron and the Experiments Division that it runs the user program; ii) a brief overview of the eight operating beamlines and the three beamlines under construction; and iii) some recent scientific highlights arising from the usage of the operating beamlines. Firstly, I will start with a very brief description ALBA synchrotron including our structure to fulfil our mission as user-oriented Large Facility. Then, the structure of the Experiments Division which is optimised for running our external user program: both academic and industrial usage, will be discussed. This structure, with six sections, includes the user office and beamline support. Secondly, I will introduce our eight operating beamlines. The beamlines within the Chemistry & Material Science Section are: 1) high-resolution and microdiffraction powder diffraction (BL04-MSPD) which has two endstations, one devoted to very high resolution and very fast powder diffraction and another to microdiffraction running a high-pressure program; and 2) X-ray absorption (XAS) and emission (XES) spectroscopies (BL22-CLAESS) which has also two endstations, one for XAS (both transmission and fluorescence) and a second for XES. The beamlines within the Electronic & Magnetic Structure of Matter Section are: 3) photoemission spectroscopy (BL24-CIRCE) which has two endstations, one devoted to near ambient pressure photoemission (NAPP) and another to photoelectron emission microscopy (PEEM); and 4) soft X-ray Magnetic Circular/Linear Dichroism Absorption and Scattering (BL29-BOREAS) which has two endstations, one devoted to absorption spectroscopy and another to scattering. The beamlines within the Life Science & Soft Condensed Matter Section are: 5) macromolecular crystallography (BL13-XALOC), 6) soft X-ray full-field cryo-tomography (BL09-MISTRAL); 7) small angle and wide angel X-ray scattering (BL11-NCD) with two endstations for SAXS and WAXS; and 8) infrared microspectroscopy (BL01-MIRAS). The three additional beamlines which are being currently built are: i) angle resolved photoemission spectroscopy BL (BL20-LOREA) that it is expected to become operational in early 2020; ii) the absorption/powder diffraction/metrology BL (BL16-NOTOS) which it will come to operation in mid 2020; and iii) microfocus for macromolecular crystallography BL (BL06-XAIRA) which it is expected to become operational in early 2021. Thirdly, recent highlights with the science that is being done at beamlines will be presented.

Speaker: Prof. Miguel A. G. Aranda (ALBA Synchrotron)

11:25 → 13:00 The Opening Ceremony

(in Persian)

13:00 → 13:15 Group Photo

13:15 → 14:45 Launch Break

14:45 → 15:45 Session A3

Convener: Prof. Hossein Afarideh (Department of Energy Engineering & Physics, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, 15875-4413, Iran)

14:45 The Impact of Synchrotron Radiation Beam as National /Regional Multi User Facility Concept: Applications in Biological Sciences

The structural Biology users of Synchrotron radiation have stablished an organization called (bioSync) since 1990 to promote the access to synchrotrons in using synchrotron radiation to study biological systems. They usually do four different kind of experiments with synchrotron radiation. (1) Macromolecular crystallography, (2) Non-crystalline diffraction, (3) Circular dichroism, (4) Infrared micro spectroscopy. These techniques will help bio-scientists to obtain molecular understanding of structural biology and structure based drug design. To have more accurate information of size and shape of macromolecules and forensic and archaeological information of bone and collagen. To perform better solution studies of biomolecules, imaging of cells and its elements. Adding to their list today further application of synchrotron in biomed has created a great potential with complement of optical confocal microscopy and electron microscopy in X-ray imaging and contrast enhanced stereotactic radiotherapy and microbeam radiation therapy. The wide applications of Synchrotron in Biosciences have created the possibility of a national multi facility concept to improve the state of science and knowledge of the country and prosperity of the nation in both create jobs and wealth in addition to health improvement.

Speaker: Prof. Hossein Naderi-Manesh (Tarbiat Modares University)

15:15 Industrial Activities and Technology Transfer at Elettra

Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste is an international research centre established more than 20 years ago to build and manage synchrotron light sources. The centre hosts two different light sources: Elettra, a third generation storage and FERMI, a cutting-edge free electron laser. Through these highly versatile and powerful tools, Elettra supports companies, private research centres and small and medium enterprises in finding solution in fields encompassing electronics, environmental science, pharmacology, diagnostics, engineering, nanotechnology, and cultural heritage, with a professional service and ensuring full confidentiality. Moreover, the expertise developed over time by the staff of Elettra in technologies such as ultra-high vacuum, electronics and precision mechanics, has given the possibility to develop high end instrumentation such as amplifiers, detectors, parts for light sources and beam accelerators for the international market.

Speaker: Dr Marco Peloi (Head of Industrial Liaison Office, Elettra Sincrotrone)

15:45 → 16:15 Poster Session

15:45 → 16:15 Tea Break

16:15 → 17:50 Session A4

Convener: Dr Saeid Asgharizadeh (research institue of applied physics and astronomy)

16:15 Future transition from Elettra to Elettra 2.0

Speaker: Dr Edoardo Busetto (Coordinator of The Mechanical, Vacuum and Optics Group, Elettra Synchrotron)

17:00 Drug Design in Iran- The Need for Structural Biology Techniques

Drug design is one of the necessary research areas where a protein and its ligand(s) are identified through experimental studies with the intention to discover a drug to help cure or slow down the progress of a disease. Although nowadays, computer programs are widely used in drug design in order to narrow down many lead compound candidates to only a few, but what remains to be important is that ultimately the predictions from the computational analysis are finalized through experimental structural analysis of the protein-ligand complexes. Normally new drugs are produced by established pharmaceutical companies as they have the money and a team of required experts to work towards a drug target. In Iran we still do not have such pharmaceutical companies but what we have to start off with is many basic and fundamental research institutes and laboratories working on numerous medically important questions, where lead compounds acting as antagonists or inhibitors are identified. Hence it seems that a lot of information is at hand for initiating the drug design process in Iran. However, what is needed is the cooperation of research laboratories (where potential inhibitors or compounds for treating diseases are found) with structural biology laboratories (where structures of the complexes can be analysed experimentally using structural biology techniques) so that the lead compounds can be confirmed to have the right requirements as a potential drug to be further analysed in clinical stages for pharmaceutical companies to produce them.

Speaker: Dr Arefeh Seyedarabi (Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, University of Tehran)

17:30 Reza Radiotherapy & Oncology Center, Who we are and what we have done for advanced cancer treatment?

Speaker: Ms Sara Abdollahi (Reza Radiotherapy & Oncology Center Mashhad)

Monday 14 May

09:00 → 10:20 Session B1

Convener: Dr M. M. Alavi

09:00 Study on hydrogen interaction with Pd-MWCMTs Using XAS

In this research, H2 interaction with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) decorated by palladium nanoparticles is investigated using X-ray absorption spectroscopy. Pd-MWCNTs are fabricated by laser ablation, chemical reduction and hybrid laser ablation and chemical reduction. Indeed, Structure evolving and coordination numbers of the Pd-nanoparticles under H2 gas at various temperature are studied. The results show that H2 gas affects the structure of Pd decorated on the MWCNTs.

Speaker: Dr Ali Reyhani (Imam Khomeini International University)

09:30 Studying atmospheric nanoparticles at BL22-CLAESS beamline, ALBA Synchrotron, Barcelona, Spain

Isfahan is among the most polluted cities of Iran. Multi-element analysis and characterisation of atmospheric aerosol nanoparticles in Isfahan were among the main aims of this research by using synchrotron-based X-ray absorption techniques. Two sets of samples were prepared on Si wafers during October 2017. X-ray Absorption Near-Edge Spectroscopy (XANES) measurements were performed at BL22-CLAESS beamline, ALBA synchrotron, Barcelona, Spain. Extended XANES spectra were extracted using Athena software. Preliminary analysis of the research will be given in this talk.

Speaker: Dr Amir S. H Rozatian (University of Isfahan)

10:00 Architecture for Science

Speaker: Dr Rahman Eghbali (Imam Khomeini International University, Iranian Light Source Facility)

10:20 → 10:50 Poster Session

10:20 → 10:50 Tea Break

10:50 → 12:50 Session B2

Convener: Dr A.S.H Rozatian

10:50 How to Write Good Synchrotron Beamtime Proposals

Synchrotron light source facilities deliver their programs by requesting the users to submit proposals to carry out experiments. These proposals are scrutinized at three levels: i) technical feasibility; ii) safety feasibility; and iii) scientific excellence. The first two reviews are carried out by synchrotron staff. The third review is carried out by an independent (normally international to avoid/minimize conflict of interests) scientific committee. For the three review steps, a highly detailed proposal is required. In this talk, I will try to show how to write a good synchrotron beamtime proposal. Several guidelines (and tips) about the structure and content of a proposal will be given. A good proposal must be complete but not very large, and focused to address a clear scientific challenge. In addition to clearly establish the goal and scope of the proposal, several sections must be addressed in order to allow a thorough evaluation with a successful output: I) a brief and sound introduction to frame the research; ii) any relevant previous laboratory-based characterisation and results obtained by the research group on the samples; iii) the scientific methodology and synchrotron radiation technique to be employed; iv) the results to be expected; v) the justification of the requested beamtime; vi) the relevant bibliography. In case of non-expert users, it is strongly encouraged to contact the relevant beamline scientist(s) in order to ask for the technical feasibility of the proposed work and to look for advised of an optimum match between the expected scientific outputs and the beamlines performances and capabilities. Finally, it is important to highlight that enough details about the samples and the techniques must be provided to be able to understand not only the technical feasibility but also the requirements needed for a given experiment.

Speaker: Prof. Miguel A. G. Aranda (ALBA Synchrotron)

11:20 A message from the past; Material characterization of the primary glass workshops in 3rd Millennium BC in Iran

Glass is a perfect material. It combines clarity and fragility with functionality. From raw material to the objects, all features proved to be done very sensitive. Archaeometrical investigates for reconstructing the technological expertise of ancient civilization became a considerable rise regarding to scientific research disciplines since many years ago. Many objects are studied, due to scientific applied methods for interpreting related technological know-how. The question regarding to this research will focus on the characterization of the primarily known and excavated glass pieces from Chogha-Zanbil (2500 BC). These samples studied for the first time in chemical point of view in order to determine the chemical composition of these unique samples. Manufacturing process of such materials as experimental workshop in 3rd Millennium BC is the revolutionary aspect of technology in the past in Iranian plateau. In order to determine the chemical composition of these unique samples, including one piece of ceramics and one piece of metallurgical crucible, the scientists came to ALBA Synchrotron to analyse them using X-Rays Powder Diffraction at the MSPD beamline. The MSPD analysis was carried out on more than 100 points on the glass objects. Synchrotron light enables them to obtain high resolution diffraction patterns, from whose analysis researchers deduced the exact composition of the clay based structure as well as glassy part of the samples. These samples are investigated complimentary with Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope, with energy dispersive X-Ray (ESEM-EDX) in order to have looked on microstructure of these objects. Based on the analysis different phases are highlighted which would be responsible for the shiny effect and also related to the raw material usage in this period of time. Wollastonite (-ferroan) and Argentotenantite (Ag-exchanged, Silver Aluminum Silicate dehydrated) were predominantly phases which have been qualitatively measured via MSPD. The existences of Ag in the chemical composition of the glasses are one of the highlights which could be also considered in the same time as the reason for shiny effect on the surface.

Speaker: Dr Seyed Mohammadamin Emami (Art University of Isfahan)

11:50 The effect of the Ar plasma treating on the TiO2 nano particles using Small/Wide (SWAXS) angle x-ray scattering technique

The estimation of the particle size and particle size distribution is of importance in the catalysts study. In catalysts, atoms within NPs, in general, and those located at corners, edges and kinks, particularly, show a high catalytic activity due to their low coordination numbers and their great tendency to raise this number by coordinating with other species in the vicinity. Plasma technology has taken attraction as a very useful tool for several modern researches and applications, such as plasma-mediated synthesis of nanomaterials, plasma-catalysis for environmental applications. In the present study we used glow discharge plasma to reduce the particle sizes of TiO2 catalysts. We started with the simplest possible structure as catalysts, where we will extend our studies to more complicated ones in the future. Small angle x-ray scattering (SAXS) technique was employed to obtain scattering profile of the rutile TiO2 samples before and after plasma treatments for different treatment times and pressures.

Speaker: Dr Saeid Asgharizadeh (University of Tabriz)

12:20 Micro-Tomography Investigation on Indigenous Core Samples from Different Oil Field Formations in Iran

Dynamic investigation of fluid flow in rock samples is essential to meet the goals of oil and gas projects such as underground enhanced oil recovery and gas storage. In order to develop an efficient fluid model, the X-ray computed microtomography technique (XCT) was employed to scan limestone and sandstone samples from an indigenous Iranian reservoir. Six representative real samples were scanned on the ID19 microtomography beamline at the ESRF، with appropriate resolution and X-ray energy. The reconstructed volumes were analysed using the 3D data analysis software packages. The following crucial quantities could be identified: the amounts and spatial distributions of open and closed porosity; the pore diameter distribution; the tortuosity values and tortuosity maps in the samples, and the specific interface area between pores and solid matter, from which the medium characteristic length can be derived.

Speaker: Ms Shiva Shirani (European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF))

12:40 → 13:15 Visit to ILSF Construction Site

13:15 → 14:30 Lunch Break

14:30 → 16:20 Session B3

Convener: Prof. Zafarollah Kalantari (Isfahan University of Technology)

14:30 The OPEN SESAME training fellowship; a precious opportunity for Iranian young researchers

The International Centre for Synchrotron-light for Experimental Science and Applications in the Middle East (SESAME) is established in Jordan, under the auspices of UNESCO. The European Union is supporting the training needs of the SESAME Light Source through one of the Horizon 2020 projects. This program is coordinated by ESRF with an additional participation of ten organizations. One of the work packages of OPEN SESAME is “Building user capacity in the local science and technology landscape”. In this context, Task 3.2.2 of WP3 is “Building light source know-how in young researchers” which includes a number of short term fellowship programs for young researchers from SESAME Member countries to allow them to develop skills in European OPEN SESAME laboratories. This is so that, the young researchers, are given the opportunity to send their application for these short term fellowship programs and be offered a place (out of nine places available each year). Therefore, as an applicant for this year's short term fellowship program, I sent my documentation including research proposal (in line with my PhD project started in my supervisor's laboratory), CV, motivation letter, recommendation letter (from my PhD supervisor Dr. Arefeh Seyedarabi at University of Tehran, Iran) and acceptance letter (from my mentor, Dr. Xavi Carpena at the ALBA-Synchrotron) to the committee during the allowed time for applying, and after 4 months my application was kindly accepted by Prof. Miguel A. G. Aranda, the director of OPEN SESAME training fellowship and experiment division at the ALBA-Synchrotron. My training/research project started on the 15th of February 2018 and lasted for two months in the bio-lab and XALOC beam-line at the ALBA- Synchrotron. During these two months, I tried to do the research project proposed in my fellowship, including protein crystallization, data collection and data analysis using X-ray crystallography as the main experimental technique. In parallel to this work, I also did another project with Dr. Carpena at the ALBA-Synchrotron, to learn more about protein purification. Therefore, in this talk, I would like to take the opportunity to present a short report on the experiences which I have obtained, during my two months fellowship, at the ALBA synchrotron.

Speaker: Mrs zahra seraj (Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran)

14:50 Discussion & Concluding Remark