Alvin Romang will defend his dissertation on Thursday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m. in the Gunness Student Center, Marcus Hall. His dissertation is entitled, "Enhanced Mechanical Performance of Low Dielectric Constant Films Through Polymer Blends Synthesized in Supercritical CO2, and SANS Studies of CO2-Induced Microemulsions." The event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served prior to the defense.