March Meeting
March 10, 2026, Bloomfield Scientific Club Meeting and Dinner RSVP
Greetings Bloomfield Scientific Club Members and Friends:
Check out our website at: www.BloomfieldScientificClub.com
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, March 10, 2026 at Cheap Charlies in Bloomfield. Our speaker for the evening will be Dr. Joseph Rosenshein.
Joe’s presentation for the evening is entitled “The Nature of Consciousness.”
” It’s the one mystery that every science—and every philosophy—ultimately rests upon: What is the nature of consciousness? On the evening of March 10th, Dr. Joseph Rosenshein will guide the Bloomfield Scientific Club through an exploration of consciousness from two essential perspectives: the rigorous third-person methods of neuroscience and philosophy of mind, and the disciplined first-person investigations of Eastern contemplative traditions. An evening designed to challenge assumptions, deepen questions, and spark lively discussion.”
Please join us for what promises to be an interesting and engaging presentation!
The evening will begin at 5:30PM with drinks and conversation followed by dinner, club business and our speaker, commencing at about 6:30PM.
If you plan to attend DINNER at Cheap Charlies please make sure you RSVP by responding to this EMAIL, ASAP or NO LATER THAN 5:00PM, MONDAY, MARCH 2nd, 2026.
Once again Cheap Charlie’s will have a dedicated waitress to help provide us with an even better dinner experience and the chefs will continue to create custom buffet entrees for us.
The buffet menu for the March meeting includes:
A St. Patrick’s Day theme of corned beef & cabbage, with Guinness Chocolate Cake with Bailey’s Irish Crème Frosting for dessert. Other goodies on the menu may include an Irish whiskey beef stew and Colcannon.
It sounds incredible!
THE COST OF THE MEAL IS $30.00 and if you plan to attend, payment is preferred to be paid by a personal check (payable to “Bloomfield Scientific Club”) and submitted to our Treasurer, Dave Lonobile prior to the 6:30pm start of the meeting.
Dr. Rosenshein was born and grew up in South Fallsburg, NY, a small hamlet in the southern Catskills. After graduation from high school in 1953, he attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and eventually graduated in 1963 with a B.S. and a Ph.D. in experimental physics.
After one year of postgraduate education at MIT, he was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship at the Physics Department at the University of Rome, Italy. There, for two years, he performed research on quantum vorticity in superfluid Helium near Absolute Zero in Enrico Fermi’s original laboratory.
In the next 18 years, starting in the Fall of 1966 he taught at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Dr. Rosenshein did low temperature research at the Physics Department, was a Lecturer in University High Honors Seminars and was the Director of Preprofessional Education.
After studying the quantum theory of measurement and studying the consciousness of the observer in measurement, he began working with artificial intelligence (AI) programs to simulate the nature of consciousness. He was also able to personally study the nature of consciousness experientially with some of the great living mystics of the time: Jiddu Krishnamurti, Muktananda, Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan and Oscar Ichazo.
In 1984 an offer came for a position to develop technologies and AI programs for low vision patients in the Department of Ophthalmology of Sinai Hospital of Detroit, Michigan.
Dr. Rosenshein then spent 12 years as Director of the Center for Ophthalmic R&D at Sinai Hospital which included working with ophthalmic lasers, vision testing to detect early glaucoma, and the FDA advanced clinical testing of laser vision correction. He then he became Director of the Sinai Hospital Advanced Laser and Vision Center. Within the next ten years the first laser PRK procedures and over 33,000 LASIK procedures were performed.
After most of the active ophthalmic surgeons of the Center acquired their own lasers, the Advanced Laser and Vision Center was closed. Dr. Rosenshein then found a position at Bausch and Lomb in Rochester as Manager of Global Scientific Affairs. After a few years B&L was acquired by private capital and the R&D staff was down-sized along with his position.
Now, having more time, he got involved in a prize-winning, Rochester, startup ophthalmic equipment company, Ovitz, as Chief Technology Officer and continued to be an advisor after leaving the position.
Other activities he became involved in the Monroe County were:
1) Hospice Volunteer for many years dealing with life, dying and death
2) An official New York State Ombudsman for helping patients in Assistive Living Facilities
3) A member of the Mendon Fire Department becoming President and a Fire Police Officer and eventually Captain
4) A member and President of the Third Battalion Fire Police Association of Monroe County
5) A member and President of the Honeoye Falls-Mendon Rotary Club
6) A member and President of the Books for the World, Western New York
and a very happy member of the Bloomfield Scientific Club.
February Meeting
Our February BSC meeting was held on February 10, 2026. There were 31 people in attendance and Cheap Charlies did a fantastic job setting up the room and providing us with a sumptuous buffet. We began the evening at about 6:30pm when President Sam Olney brought the meeting to order. Old Business consisted of a final call for anyone interested in the Saunders Center Orthopaedic tour on Thursday, February 19th. More details will soon follow for those expressing interest. Under New Business, President Sam indicated that (1) the Club’s copy of “East Bloomfield Firehouse 2012” was now in hand and available to any BSC member who would like to “sign it out” and read it. Francis noted that there were more copies of the book available and that the plaque being dedicated to member/author, Jack Herrington, is completed and awaiting mounting at the Fire Hall. (2) Clair “Corky” Smith, a former member of the Club has passed , and a discussion of a memorial brick at the Historical Society ensued. Of three comments, all were in favor of “YES” to a brick. The brick has been ordered for Corky as of 02/12/2026. (3) We sang Happy Birthday to Francis Coleman and, in return, received a heart-felt “Thank You” and statement saluting the Club that he is grateful to be a member of! (4) President Sam read a Special Request which cited his and the Board’s opinion that they would like to see some new blood in leadership positions and an enhanced interest of more members helping out in the conducting of normal Club business. The past several elections have had no opposition to the incumbents.
Following the wrap up of BSC business, we had another terrific speaker and presentation for our meeting. Jodi Letham, Cornell Cooperative Extension Crop Specialist with the Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Team gave her talk entitled “From Global Soils to New York Fields: Feeding the World from the Ground Up”.
Soil is the starting point of crop quality and is a non-renewable resource! It is important in meeting the demand for food for the world’s 9 billion people! It is specifically a living system of minerals, water, organic matter, air, and biology. Jodi pointed out how important good stewardship of our land is. Soil forms slowly, often over hundreds of thousands of years, but erosion can remove topsoil in a single storm. Over-compaction of agricultural soils can greatly reduce productivity for several years and it will severely limit any contributions intending to be made from fertilizer or lime. An emphasis was put on the use of cover crops for year-around roots in the soil to help hold moisture, minerals, work through compaction, and give protection to the soil from erosion.
Subsequent discussion explored how soil is built; the soil textures in regard to sand, silt, and clay; and how topography makes valley soils behave differently than hillside soils. One slide described Mollisols = deep, dark topsoil high in organic matter, naturally fertile, and is found in “breadbaskets” such as Ukraine, Argentina, and the U.S. Midwest. Another slide featured Andisols = volcanic soils with high water-holding capacity, high phosphorous fixation, and highly productive when well-managed (Andisols make up about 1% of the world’s ice-free land surface).
Jodi’s final segment centered around soil pH and liming practices. An ideal pH level is 6.5-7%, the “neutral” level between acidic and basic range readings. Interestingly, examples of really low pH substances (1-3%) are stomach acid, lemons, and vinegar! Neutral substances (6-8%) are milk, water, and blood; while really basic substances (11-14%) are ammonia, bleach, and drain cleaner! Soil pH is important because it (1) controls nutrient availability, (2) influences microbial activity, and (3) impacts fertilizer efficiency.
She left us with 6 soil health practices for NY cropping systems which she focuses on with her job = cover crops, reduced tillage, manure timing and incorporation, diverse rotations, controlled traffic, and lime and pH correction.
Jodi was well-received by the BSC audience and answered lots of questions.
Respectfully submitted,
Sam Olney, BSC
Thanks to Joe Neenan for recommending Jodi to speak to the Club and sending in the following article in support of soil science!
In recognition of soil and the important role it plays in our lives and livelihoods, here are some interesting facts about the ground below our feet:
Not Dirt – One of the most fundamental things to know about soil is that it is not dirt. Dirt is an inorganic material made from broken-down rocks that primarily consists of minerals like iron, calcium and magnesium. Soil, on the other hand, is dirt + water, air and organic material.
Six Different Layers – Healthy soils have six different layers (known as horizons) – beginning with top and organic matter (like plant and animal residues), and ending with bedrock. Soil is the living layer between the atmosphere and bedrock.
Only a Very Small Portion Can Grow Food – Only about 7.5% of the Earth’s surface consists of the agricultural soil on which food can be grown. This fragment competes with humankind’s other needs and wants, ranging from housing to entertainment, industrial and military complexes to landfill sites.
Home to More than Half of Earth’s Species – It is estimated that more than half of all earth species live in the soil. In fact, just a teaspoon of soil can contain up to 10 billion organisms, more than the number of people on the planet. Only about 1% of the microorganisms found in soil have been identified so far, making our soils one of the largest reservoirs of microbial diversity on Earth. These include many single-celled organisms, such as bacteria and archaea, as well as certain fungi too.
70,000 Different Types – There are some 70,000 different types of soil in the US alone. Soil types are generally classified based on how much sand, silt and clay can be found in them. Soil type and quality vary a lot based on location and climate.
Critical for Human Survival – Soils support 95% of all food production on earth. Healthy soils supply 15 of the 18 naturally occurring chemical elements essential to plants. And we and other animals ultimately rely on plants for food, as well as medicines, fibers, and an untold number of other materials.
Major Health Benefits – While plants provide important remedies, you may be surprised to learn that most of our antibiotics come from soil, or more specifically, microorganisms found in the soil. The development of penicillin, which is produced by a fungus, along with streptomycin, chloramphenicol, and tetracycline, all originated from soil bacteria.
Carbon Capturing – Soils store more carbon – some 2500 gigatons – than the atmosphere, and all of the world’s plants and forests combined. Only the ocean has a larger carbon store.
Water Filtration – Soil is Earth’s natural water filtration system. Surface water trickles down through the various soil layers where it is filtered of chemicals, dust and other contaminants in the process. In this way, by the time it reaches and collects in underground aquifers, the water is pure. Soil can also store enormous amounts of water, which can help to both prevent floods and mitigate the effects of drought. This is largely thanks to the organic matter found in soil. In fact, the United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) found that a mere 1% of organic matter in the top 6 inches of soil could hold as much as 27,000 gallons of water per acre.
Need to Stop Losing It – Healthy topsoil is vital to our existence on this planet, but we are losing it at an alarming rate – between 10 and 40 times faster than it’s formed. What’s more, some 33% of the Earth’s soils, and more than half of agricultural soils, are degraded. Archaeologists believe that the collapse of some ancient civilizations – including that of Harappa in the Indus Valley, and the Mayans in Central America – was a direct result of mismanagement of their soils. It takes more than 1,000 years to grow 1 centimeter (.393 inches) of soil. Soil is formed through a geological process that slowly transforms bedrock into the living matrix we know as soil. The whole process can take tens of thousands of years. For this reason, soil is seen as a ‘non-renewable’ resource.
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, February 10, 2026. Our speaker for the evening will be Jodi Letham.
Jodi Letham is the Field Crops Specialist with the Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock, and Field Crops Team, where she provides leadership in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of comprehensive educational programming for agricultural producers and industry professionals. Her work focuses on the fundamental scientific principles of crop production and physiology, plant nutrition, whole-farm nutrient management, soil health and fertility, and integrated cropping systems that support sustainable forage quality and optimal animal nutrition.
Jodi collaborates closely with Cornell University faculty and staff, agricultural businesses, and producers on applied research projects and grant-funded initiatives designed to address the evolving needs of New York’s agricultural sector. Her approach emphasizes practical, research-based solutions that improve productivity, resilience, and environmental stewardship at the farm level.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University and a Master’s degree from Cornell University, grounding her work in both strong academic training and real-world application.
The title of Jodi’s Presentation is:
From Global Soils to New York Fields: Feeding the World from the Ground Up
This presentation explores agriculturally productive soils from a global perspective, examining how soil formation, texture, mineralogy, and climate interact to support food and forage production worldwide. The discussion then narrows to the unique characteristics of New York State’s agricultural soils, highlighting regional variability, limitations, and strengths that influence crop productivity and management decisions.
By connecting global soil resources to local New York cropping systems, the presentation emphasizes how soil health, nutrient management, and long-term stewardship directly impact our ability to produce high-quality feed, sustain animal agriculture, and contribute to global food security. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how managing soils as living systems is central to feeding a growing world population—starting right here at home.
The evening will begin at 5:30PM with drinks and conversation followed by dinner, club business and our speaker, commencing at about 6:30PM.
If you plan to attend the meeting and dinner at Cheap Charlies please make sure you RSVP by responding to allwith this EMAIL, ASAP or NO LATER THAN 5:00PM, MONDAY, February 2nd. I will not be available to take your reservation this month so make sure to respond to all.
Once again Cheap Charlie’s will have a dedicated waitress to help provide us with an even better dinner experience and the chefs will continue to create custom buffet entrees for us.
The buffet menu for the February meeting:
-Swiss Steak
-Blushing Chicken (sautéed w/peppers & onions, tomato and Alfredo sauce)
-Mashed Potatoes
-Roasted Veggies
-Tossed Salad
-Chocolate Lava Cake
THE COST OF THE MEAL IS $30.00 and if you plan to attend, payment is preferred to be paid by a personal check (payable to “Bloomfield Scientific Club”) and submitted to our Treasurer, Dave Lonobile prior to the 6:30pm start of the meeting.
January Meeting
Our January BSC meeting was held on January 13, 2026. We had quite a large crowd and Cheap Charlies did a fantastic job setting up the room and providing us with a sumptuous buffet. We began the evening with drinks and conversation with the meeting commencing at about 6:30pm when President Sam Olney brought the meeting to order. President Sam indicated a new memorial brick has been ordered for our recently deceased member Marty Mahady. We also have a nice new podium in the meeting room, donated courtesy of Joe Neenan.
Following the wrap up of BSC business, we had another terrific speaker and presentation for our January 13th meeting. Dr. Paul T. Rubery of the University of Rochester Medical Center, Saunders Center for Orthopaedics & Physical Performance, provided the audience with his exceptional insight into our bone health as we age with his presentation, “Maintaining Bone Health for an Active Life”. Diane Moll, Executive Director, Medical Center Advancement, led off and spoke about the Saunders Center and introduced Dr. Rubery.
Dr. Rubery’s talk focused on maintaining strong bones and he provided us updates on the latest on Osteoporosis research, prevention and treatment.
Dr. Rubery discussed how bone in your body is alive. Among its components, bones are made up of osteocytes, osteoclasts and osteoblasts. He stressed the importance of maintaining dense bones as opposed to low bone mass experienced by sufferers of osteoporosis. Many things can upset the balance of your maintaining strong bones including:
-Aging
-Thyroid, Parathyroid, Renal and Diabetes conditions
-Medications such as steroids and anti-seizure
Dr. Rubery stressed the importance of bone density testing for women after age 55 and men after age 65. These tests include DEXA (bone density) scans; the results provide information to calculate a T-Score (compare your bone health vs. a healthy 30-year-old) and FRAX score (risk of fracture).
Dr. Rubery discussed preventive maintenance for your bones:
-this includes getting the proper amount of Calcium and Vitamin D in your diet or by supplements to allow your body to maintain strong bones. Other important nutrients mentioned were Magnesium and K-2 Menaquinone.
-exercise is very important to maintain strong bones with aerobic, weight bearing and muscle building exercises recommended.
Dr. Rubery wrapped up his presentation by discussing drug therapies that may help those already experiencing significant bone loss: Anti-Resorption (Fosamax, Zoledronate, Prolia) and Bone Formation=Anabolic Treatment (Forteo/Tymlos, Evenity).
The presentation was positively received by the attentive audience, and Dr. Paul T. Rubery addressed all questions presented by attendees.
Some information about our presenter:
Dr. Paul T. Rubery is the Marjorie Strong Wehle Professor of Orthopaedics and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He is an orthopaedic surgeon whose clinical interests include bone health, scoliosis and spine surgery. Dr. Rubery has participated in research teams investigating a range of questions in Orthopaedics from gene therapy to patient-based outcomes.
Dr. Rubery received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College and completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He completed fellowship training in spinal surgery at the University of Rochester. Dr. Rubery joined URMC’s faculty in 1994. Dr. Rubery has served as Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics since 2014 He has led the continued growth of the Department including the recruitment of new surgeons, the development of new clinical sites, and expansion of services throughout the entire UR Medicine region of western New York. Dr. Rubery and his colleagues recently completed the University’s new outpatient orthopaedic facility in the Marketplace Mall.
Dr. Rubery is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is a member of many prestigious spine societies and has authored numerous journal articles. Dr. Rubery maintains his clinic, research, and teaching responsibilities in addition to his duties as Chairman of the Department.
A brief description of Dr. Rubery’s talk: Maintaining strong bones is a critical step in avoiding fractures and disability throughout life. The aging process, as well as certain medical conditions and medications, can endanger the strength of our bones. Dr. Rubery will discuss maintaining strong bones and provide an update on osteoporosis and its treatment.
Dr Rubery’s Biography:
Dr. Paul T. Rubery is the Marjorie Strong Wehle Professor of Orthopaedics and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He is an orthopaedic surgeon whose clinical interests include bone health, scoliosis and spine surgery. Dr. Rubery has participated in research teams investigating a range of questions in Orthopaedics from gene therapy to patient-based outcomes.
Dr. Rubery received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College and completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He completed fellowship training in spinal surgery at the University of Rochester. Dr. Rubery joined URMC’s faculty in 1994. Dr. Rubery has served as Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics since 2014 He has led the continued growth of the Department including the recruitment of new surgeons, the development of new clinical sites, and expansion of services throughout the entire UR Medicine region of western New York. Dr. Rubery and his colleagues recently completed the University’s new outpatient orthopaedic facility in the Marketplace Mall.
Dr. Rubery is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is a member of many prestigious spine societies and has authored numerous journal articles. Dr. Rubery maintains his clinic, research, and teaching responsibilities in addition to his duties as Chairman of the Department.
December Meeting
A special presentation by Charles Maxwell (Max) who lives in Pittsford, NY and builds complicated clocks from exotic hardwoods.
Max provides this background information about himself and his upcoming talk:
“I’m originally from New Jersey where my 25 year career as a Naval Officer began soon after graduation from Upsala College. My navy career concentration was on surface ships – Frigates, Destroyers and Cruisers with a few Carriers thrown in! I chose to retire in Rochester after my Executive Officer tour at the U of R Naval ROTC ended in 2006. I started building clocks on the day after my retirement. I owed my wife, also from New Jersey, a clock that I promised 25 years earlier during our honeymoon (That’s a separate story that began it all!) I combined my Fine Arts BA with my Math MS (I now paint by number!), my naval engineering background and my curiosity in all things mechanical to start Hardwood Clocks. I do have about 16 clocks that are variously owned by family and clients around the country. When I’m not training for a Spartan race (similar to Mudder Races) with my daughter, Kate, I’m trading futures contracts by day and making sawdust by night!
The topic for discussion is ‘How NOT
to build a wooden gears clock.’ I’ll introduce a quick discussion of the mechanics of a basic pendulum clock which is the same as any brass metal works pendulum clock. Unlike a metal gear clock, the wood gears clock presents difficulty in the build because it’s prone to movement when temperature and humidity change. In this regard the many ways a wooden gear can be constructed must also get special attention in order to prevent gear on gear friction, cracking, checking, warping and ultimately clock stoppage. The bulk of my discussion will center on how I arrived at the production process of the gear design that I currently use in all of my clocks. I’ll compare my current gear design with my original ‘gear creation folly’ and relate an embarrassing story that forced my attention towards remaking my gears as they exist now.”
November Meeting
Recap of the Bloomfield Scientific Club Presentation on Laser Systems
An Evening of Scientific Discovery and Appreciation of the Laboratory for Laser Energetics
Introduction
On November 11, 2025, the Bloomfield Scientific Club (BSC) convened for a special evening at Cheap Charlies in Bloomfield, NY. The event brought together club members and guests for a brief meeting, dinner, and an engaging presentation by Mr. Sam Morse, Infrastructure Planning and Sustainment Manager at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE), University of Rochester.
Club Meeting and Dinner
The evening began with a short club meeting where recent activities and upcoming events were discussed. Following the meeting, attendees enjoyed a convivial dinner, providing an opportunity for members and guests to connect and share their enthusiasm for science.
Presentation by Mr. Sam Morse
The highlight of the evening was a presentation by Mr. Sam Morse, who leads infrastructure planning and sustainment at the LLE. Mr. Morse introduced the club to the cutting-edge research conducted at the University of Rochester, focusing on the facility’s most advanced laser systems.
OMEGA 60 Laser System
Mr. Morse began by describing the OMEGA 60 Laser System, a state-of-the-art apparatus designed for high-energy-density physics experiments. He explained how this system is pivotal for studying nuclear fusion, as it allows researchers to simulate extreme conditions similar to those found in the cores of stars. Its versatility and precision make it an essential tool in the pursuit of clean energy solutions and scientific breakthroughs.
OMEGA EP Laser System
The presentation continued with an overview of the OMEGA EP Laser System. Mr. Morse detailed how this system complements the OMEGA 60, offering enhanced capabilities for conducting experiments at even higher energies. The integration of these two systems enables the LLE to support a broad range of research, from basic science to national security applications, fostering collaboration among scientists and advancing the frontiers of knowledge.
LLE’s Role in Science and the NNSA Mission
Mr. Morse emphasized the Laboratory for Laser Energetics’ vital role in supporting the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The facility’s research contributes to maintaining the nation’s nuclear security, while also serving as a hub for advancing high-energy-density science and training the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Facility Tour
On November 14, 2025, BSC members were invited to tour the LLE, accompanied by Mr. Morse and graduate students Kyle and Connor. The visit offered an up-close look at the laser systems discussed during the presentation, allowing members to witness firsthand the scale and sophistication of the research facility. Insights from the tour deepened attendees’ appreciation for the technical expertise and dedication of the LLE team.
Acknowledgments
The Bloomfield Scientific Club extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Sam Morse for his informative presentation and for hosting the facility tour. Special thanks go to graduate students Kyle and Connor for sharing their knowledge and experiences, as well as to the organizers and to BSC member Dave Lonobile whose participation made these events possible.
Conclusion
The presentation and subsequent tour provided valuable insights into the world of advanced laser systems and their significance in modern science and national security. The BSC community left with a deeper understanding of the LLE’s contributions and a renewed appreciation for collaborative scientific exploration.
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, November 11, 2025, when we will have a speaker from the University of Rochester Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE).
Our speaker, Mr. Sam Morse, is the Infrastructure Planning and Sustainment Execution Manager of the U of R Laser Lab. Mr. Morse has been with the laboratory since 1983 (42 years!) and is the perfect representative to talk to the Scientific Club about the lab’s history, mission, and contributions. The talk will educate all of the attendees about the basics of the Laser Lab, as well as prepare those going on the field visit (scheduled for November 14th) for the most meaningful experience possible.
Once again Cheap Charlie’s will have a dedicated waitress to help provide us with an even better dinner experience and the chefs will continue to create custom buffet entrees for us.
The evening will commence at 5:30 PM with drinks and conversation followed by dinner, club business and our speaker at about 6:30 PM. The cost of the buffet is $30 per person, preferably payable by personal check made out to “Bloomfield Scientific Club”. Also, if you have not already done so, please include payment of your annual dues of $25 per member.
If you plan to attend this (November 11th) DINNER at Cheap Charlies, please RSVP by responding to this EMAIL as soon as possible, or NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM, MONDAY, November 3rd!
More information about our speaker:
SAMUEL. MORSE
Infrastructure Planning and Sustainment Execution manager
Samuel Morse is the Infrastructure Planning and Sustainment Execution manager at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics, University of Rochester. He is responsible for Laboratory space planning, new buildings, laboratory renovation plans, and a portfolio of activities that collectively sustain the Omega Facility into the 2030’s.
Mr. Morse joined the laboratory in 1983 as an Optical Engineer. In the 1980s he contributed to the evolution of the 24-beam OMEGA laser. He worked on laser oscillators, aided in the frequency conversion of OMEGA from infrared to ultraviolet, and then managed the Laser Operations Group. From 1990–1995 he managed a large segment of the OMEGA Upgrade Project, rebuilding the OMEGA laser into a 60-beam facility. For the remainder of the 1990s, Mr. Morse was the Laser Facility Manager in charge of operational readiness and facility operation. Mr. Morse increased the formality of operations while continuing to orchestrate facility improvements.
After 2001, Mr. Morse’s efforts were redirected to executing the OMEGA EP addition to the Laboratory. He was Project Manager from project inception to project completion and with support from the entire laboratory, the OMEGA EP project was completed in April 2008 on schedule and on budget. From 2008 to 2024 Mr. Morse was the Omega Facility Division Director overseeing the operations team and scheduling on the facility.
October Meeting
OUR NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, October 14, 2025. Our speaker for the evening, and back by popular demand, will be Dr. Art Reardon who will talk about the development of his new steel alloy.
Dr. Art Reardon will be talking about his new steel alloy as a part of the presentation; the focus of the talk will be on the process of obtaining a United States patent and what his personal experience was in navigating those waters.
THE COST OF THE MEAL IS $30.00 and if you plan to attend, please include in your payment your annual dues of $25 ($55 total) which is preferred to be paid by a personal check (payable to “Bloomfield Scientific Club”)
Once again Cheap Charlie’s will have a dedicated waitress to help provide us with an even better dinner experience and the chefs will continue to create custom buffet entrees for us.
Our sumptuous buffet menu for the evening will be:
-BBQ Ribs
-Italian Sausage w/ peppers & onions
-Cucumber Salad
-Mac & Cheese
-Baked Beans
-Apple Pie a la mode
Our Speaker, Dr. Reardon’s Topic Description for the October 14th meeting:
Metallurgist, Dr. Arthur “Art” Reardon gave us energetic and fascinating presentations in October 2023 and April 2024. Since then he has developed and patented a new steel alloy – we will find out what it’s name is, how he developed it, and hear about what he refers to as his “journey” through the U.S. Patent process!
Dr. Arthur C. Reardon bio:
Dr. Arthur C. Reardon served as the corporate metallurgist for The Gleason Works in Rochester, New York for 8 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree in physics and mathematics at the State University of New York College at Oswego (1986), followed by his MS in mechanical and aerospace sciences and his PhD in materials science at the University of Rochester. He is an experienced professional in metallurgy, materials science, and engineering with extensive experience in alloy design, process metallurgy, research and development, mechanical engineering, material selection, and customer technical support. Dr. Reardon has worked in industry for over 30 years; more than 10 years were spent working as a senior process metallurgist in the steel production industry, where he collaborated on the design and development of state-of-the-art alloys using both traditional air-melt and powder metallurgy processing techniques. He developed products and processes for a large variety of specialty steel alloys involving melting, forging, rolling, heat treating, finishing and inspection. He also worked as an adjunct assistant professor at the L.C. Smith College of Engineering at Syracuse University, where he taught a junior level engineering course for nine years. He earned his PE license in the discipline of metallurgy, and is licensed in New York, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. He has authored technical papers on subjects ranging from fracture mechanics and low-temperature physics to the simulation of atomic solidification processes, laser theory, and astrophysics. Reardon currently serves as a board member on AGMA’s Metal 3D Printing Sub-Committee. He also wrote the book, Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist (Second Edition, ASM International, 2011), which was awarded the prestigious Outstanding Academic Title award by Choice Magazine in 2013. The book is now carried by over 1,200 academic and laboratory libraries throughout the world.