Summer 2013: Day 9

Paul Stutzman talking about his research

We started off this morning with a geologist, Paul Stutzman. He talked about his research in cement and in pavement forensics. It is amazing all the different aspects there are to pavement. He then took us out to the NIST Stone Wall. This wall was built out of many different types of stone and is an experiment as to how different stones wear over time. It was really neat to see all the different types of stones. After our visit at the stone wall, we took a tour of his lab. It was really interesting.

The NIST Stone Wall.

Checking out all the rocks.

Checking out rocks in the lab.

The afternoon was spent in one-on-ones with scientists. Afterword, we had a ice cream social with the Organic Metrology group. It was fun to socialize with the scientists and to enjoy a cool treat especially on such a hot day. It is always nice to have time to get to know the scientists and have a little break.

Ice Cream time!

Enjoying a little treat.