The ACS Kavli Lectures will discuss recent advances in understanding polymer networks and their innovations, as well as the inspiration of CRISPR systems for powerful genome engineering tools. These lectures aim to address open challenges in materials science and provide new insights into the design and application of materials.
The American Chemical Society's president will focus on critical areas of chemistry, including energy sustainability and LGBT student research, at the annual meeting. The event features a symposium on sustainable energy and another on LGBT graduate and postdoctoral students in chemistry.
Researchers created self-assembled 3D DNA crystals with moveable components to change their contents after formation. The innovation enables the manipulation of internal crystal contents in 3D systems, promising advancements in nanomechanical devices.
Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory and University of California - Irvine have identified a new chemical attribute of plutonium, the +2 oxidation state in a molecular system. This finding expands our knowledge of actinide chemistry and paves the way for further exploration of transuranic molecules.
Julie Fenton, a Penn State chemistry graduate student, has been selected to participate in the 67th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting. She will interact with over 30 Nobel Laureates from around the world, sharing knowledge and ideas during the 6-day meeting.
Researchers have made discoveries about the behavior of carbonate species at saltwater surfaces, finding that the more highly charged carbonate ion was more abundant than expected. This raises questions about the global carbon cycle and potential applications in carbon sequestration and biology.
A Washington State University study has improved understanding of challenging nuclear waste by analyzing the chemistry of technetium-99. The research could lead to better cleanup methods, particularly addressing difficult plutonium byproducts.
A UT Dallas team created a modified version of Minecraft, Polycraft World, to teach chemistry to college students. The game allowed players to learn about chemical elements and compounds while building and processing natural resources.
Researchers at Utah State University have found that helium can bond with sodium to form a stable compound under extreme conditions. The discovery, published in Nature Chemistry, reveals new insights into chemistry beyond Earth's surface.
Scientists at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of Poland have developed a new method to monitor oxygen consumption by bacteria in microdroplets, enabling efficient testing of new drugs. The system uses polymer nanoparticles with phosphorescent dyes to measure oxygen levels without interfering with bacterial growth.
A research team at the University of Geneva has discovered that sulfur can act as an effective catalyst, transforming molecules with greater precision than hydrogen. This breakthrough enables chemists to exercise increased control over molecular transformations, paving the way for the creation of new materials and applications.
Purnendu Dasgupta, a UTA chemistry professor, received the 2016 Eastern Analytical Symposium's highest award for his broad contributions to analytical chemistry. His research projects have had significant positive impact on human health and disease treatment, including dry blood spot analysis and implantable shunt flow monitoring.
Scientists have created stable qubits using supramolecular chemistry, enabling the connection of individual qubits into structures called two-qubit gates. This approach has potential for creating multi-qubit gates and advancing quantum computing.
Research on non-native cycad herbivores reveals significant changes in leaf chemistry following herbivory, which can lead to faster litter decomposition and altered nutrient turnover rates. The study highlights the devastating consequences of invasive species on native ecosystems.
Scientists at Scripps Research Institute are exploring the applications of 'click chemistry' for cancer research and polymer development. A new four-year project aims to understand the role of fucosylated sugar molecules in cancer, while another project seeks to create new clicked polymers with improved properties.
Researchers at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences have developed a novel method to create stable monolayers of nanoparticles. The new technique, known as 'tailored' chemistry, uses linker molecules to link adjacent nanoparticles together, creating a stable and durable structure.
Berkeley Lab scientists create direct method to study electrochemical double layer using 'tender' X-rays, revealing changes in electric potential and charge properties. This breakthrough advances materials design and development of improved electrochemical systems.
Nanocatalysts display significant catalytic capability due to increased surface area and multiple catalytic centers. They play a crucial role in enhancing yield and TON in specific chemical products, including chemo-selective and coupling reactions.
Researchers at FSU discovered a berkelium borate compound and complex molecule, providing insights into the element's structure and chemical similarities to surrounding elements. The study also sheds light on berkelium's unique electronic properties.
Researchers at UCSB discovered crystalline infinite iodide polymers, solving a centuries-old mystery of chemistry. This breakthrough has academic interest, but also potential for development of functional materials for new electronics.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are developing new hybrid materials that use light to detect chemical warfare agents. The team, led by J. Karl Johnson, is exploring the use of multifunctional metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with plasmonic cores to selectively transport toxic chemicals for detection and neutralization.
Researchers at Colorado State University have developed a simple and inexpensive device that can sort droplets of liquid based solely on their varying surface tensions. The device uses a tunable surface chemistry to manipulate its repellency to different liquids, enabling the sorting of droplets by surface tension.
Indiana University chemists Steven Tait and Kenneth Caulton will develop new catalysts for molecular transformations using surface chemistry and metal-organic chemistry. Their goal is to convert environmentally harmful CO2 molecules into carbon-neutral plastics, building materials, and fuel.
A new device developed at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences produces droplets of virtually identical volume, revolutionizing microfluidic systems. The device eliminates cumbersome infrastructure, enabling researchers to carry out complex chemical and biological experiments with increased accuracy.
Chem, Cell Press' new physical sciences journal, aims to move the field forward through original research articles, reviews, and front matter. Key findings include transporters with high selectivity for chloride over other ions, stable phosphorous carbene analogs, and strategies for producing chemicals from renewable sources.
Researchers at JMU successfully stabilize beryllium in its elemental state, marking a significant step towards developing alternatives to toxic heavy metals. This achievement opens up new possibilities for catalyzing challenging chemical reactions with abundant main group elements.
Researchers at the University of Delaware have developed a new process that triggers targeted reactions using red or near-infrared light or a tiny dose of an enzyme. This breakthrough has significant implications for medicine and engineering, particularly in drug delivery and tissue engineering.
Researchers at McMaster University have successfully coaxed tellurazole oxides into assembling themselves into cyclic structures, a major advance in supramolecular chemistry. The discovery creates potential for useful new materials in areas such as communication technologies, gas storage, and catalysis.
Researchers from Warsaw's Institute of Physical Chemistry discovered that quantum tunneling plays a dominant role in chemical reactions, even at room temperature. This finding could lead to precise control of chemical reactions through mode-selective chemistry.
The Green and Sustainable Chemistry Challenge has selected two winning projects that offer environmentally friendly processes, products, and resources for use in developing countries. Yunsang Kim's project uses nanocellulosic fibers to reduce wastewater and toxic chemicals in textile dyeing, while Suzana Yusup's project develops a wate...
A team of Korean scientists has developed a new framework for understanding acid-base reactions in organic chemistry. The study revealed that hydrogen-bonded clustering plays a critical role in enhancing the reactivity of alcohols and promoting the formation of an effective Brønsted base.
The ACS Kavli Lectures will discuss the use of computational chemistry and physics-based models to improve drug discovery efforts. Emily Carter will also present on using quantum computing to assess alternative clean energy approaches.
Researchers discovered what causes stability of various compounds not commonly found in textbook chemistry by reorganizing chemical interactions. The study published in Physical Chemistry & Chemical Physics suggests new model and principles for stability of forbidden substances.
Jennifer Stockdill, a Wayne State University assistant professor of chemistry, has received a $650,000 NSF Faculty Early Career Development Award to investigate the reactivity of neutral aminyl radicals. The award also supports outreach programs aimed at promoting diversity in STEM fields among middle school girls and graduate students.
The Scripps Research Institute scientists will use click chemistry to discover novel drug candidates, aiming for more selective and potent medicines. The research may lead to improved therapeutics and PET protocols for children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Jérôme Waser has been awarded the Springer Heterocyclic Chemistry Award 2016 for his exceptional contributions to heterocyclic chemistry. His research focuses on developing new reactions and synthesis methods, particularly those employing hypervalent iodine derivatives.
Researchers can follow the emergence of hydrogen-bonded capsules in modern physical organic chemistry, enabling new arrangements of molecules and reaction vessels. The book covers various types of capsules and their functions, providing insights into encapsulation phenomena at the molecular level.
Professor Federico Rosei of INRS Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications Research Centre has received the 2016 John C. Polanyi Award from the Canadian Society for Chemistry. He is known for his research on nanostructured materials and has earned several national and international awards.
A special issue of Future Medicinal Chemistry explores the diverse field of chemical biology, highlighting its expanding scope and sub-disciplines. The issue features reviews, opinion pieces, and primary research papers on topics such as protein-protein interactions, epigenetic modulators, and tissue regeneration.
Researchers at Virginia Tech are developing computational models to teach chemistry in an interactive environment that encourages scientific discussion and argumentation. The project aims to integrate science, engineering, art, and design to transform K-12 education.
Scientists are exploring the formation of novel molecular aggregates at ultra-cold temperatures, where quantum mechanical principles govern interactions between atoms and molecules. By studying synthetic solids created by optical lattices, researchers aim to develop a new theory describing the chemistry of ultra-cold atoms.
Matthew Disney, a professor at Scripps Research Institute, has won the Tetrahedron Young Investigator Award for his exceptional creativity and dedication to organic synthesis and bioorganic and medicinal chemistry. The award recognizes his lab's work on tackling difficult problems in biomedical science.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of Poland discover that oxygen plays a crucial role in accelerating photodestruction of molecules. By slowing down oxygen permeation through polymer layers, they can extend the lifetimes of these molecules by several hundred times.
A new study suggests that atmospheric chemistry models in use now may not capture the right mix of compounds emitted from trees and their oxidation products. The researchers found that representing the forest as a single dominant tree species or a blend of a few can lead to inaccurate ozone pollution predictions.
Researchers at Kazan Federal University have developed a new, environment-friendly catalyst for polyethylene production that can be produced from waste materials. The low-cost process is expected to play a significant role in the commercialization of the project with Tatarstan's Kazanorgsintez.
The UCSB organic chemistry team, led by Bruce Lipshutz, developed an ecofriendly approach to the Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reaction, significantly reducing palladium requirements. By using iron salt as a palladium substitute, they eliminated heat input and organic solvents, creating a more sustainable process.
The European Union is funding a research structure concept called ELYSION to advance electroconversion and electroactive materials in Mainz. The lab will focus on sustainable methods of synthesizing materials and chemical compounds using electricity as a catalyst.
Researchers have discovered a new pathway to construct carbon-oxygen bonds using a light-activated catalyst, expanding nickel chemistry's potential impact on pharmaceuticals and agriculture. The breakthrough overcomes previous challenges with traditional nickel catalysis.
Researchers at University of Colorado Boulder discovered that halogen reactions from ocean air can turn mercury into a water-soluble form that stays high in the atmosphere for long periods. This process may help explain why mercury deposition is so widespread and persistent in some regions.
Researchers with Berkeley Lab have characterized the hydration structure of carbon dioxide gas dissolved in water, revealing its role in forming carbonic acid and bicarbonate. The study uses X-ray absorption spectroscopy and molecular dynamics simulations to provide a detailed understanding of this critical chemistry.
Research from the University of Cincinnati explores solvent-free chemistry, finding it can be just as reliable for chemical reactions without drawbacks. This approach reduces waste and costs, offering a financial savings.
Chemistry student Anders Bo Skov has made a breakthrough in developing molecules capable of harnessing and storing substantial amounts of solar energy. His achievement doubles the energy density in a molecule that can hold its shape for a hundred years, offering potential for sustainable solar power.
Corleone Delaveris, a Boston College senior, has been awarded a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship to study chemical biology at Stanford University. The award will provide financial support for three years of graduate study, covering an annual stipend and tuition costs.
Researchers at University of Georgia successfully synthesized silicon oxide fragments using a carbene stabilization technique, isolating highly reactive molecules at room temperature. This breakthrough enables further research into silicon chemistry and its applications in the semiconductor industry.
Cathleen Crudden, a Canadian scholar at Queen's University, has been awarded the 2015 Killam Research Fellowship. She will support her ongoing project on organically modified metal surfaces for biosensing and beyond. Her research focuses on using boron chemistry to catalyze organic synthesis and materials chemistry.
At American University, chemistry majors take charge of their research projects, allowing them to develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and self-motivation. The program's success has led to improved student engagement and satisfaction, with some students publishing research articles and receiving grants.
Low is being recognized for his pioneering development of low molecular weight ligands to deliver attached therapeutic and imaging agents selectively into pathologic cells such as cancer cells. This targeted therapeutic approach improves potency and reduces toxicity.
The inaugural issue of ACS Central Science features a range of articles highlighting the importance of chemistry in bridging physical and life sciences. Key findings include advances in analytical chemistry enabling real-time monitoring of genetic and environmental factors, and synthetic chemistry's role in delivering genetic treatments.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of Poland use click chemistry to bond nanoparticles to a glassy carbon substrate, creating covalent bonds and forming stable structures. The method has advantages such as low temperatures, high yield and versatility.
Researchers develop novel approach to target bacterial lipids, labeling and sparing healthy cells. The new strategy exploits covalent chemistry of lipids, enabling selective recognition and labeling of bacterial cells.