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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250123T190000
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SUMMARY:Microbes Mining Minerals: A New Route to Plant Cultivation
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Jocelyn Richardson\nSponsored by SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory\n7:00-8:00 pm\, Hybrid Event\, Free\, Learn more and Register\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to watch in person in the Kavli Auditorium\, or watch the lecture live on our YouTube page.  \n“Plants supply us with food\, clothing\, medicines\, fuels\, and other necessities of life.  For their growth\, plants need essential minerals from the soil. These nutrients can be provided by fertilizers\, but over-fertilization can damage the environment. Is there another way? Many of the nutrients plants need to grow already exist in soil\, but they are locked up within soil minerals and inaccessible to plants. However\, there is a world of microbes within the soil that are capable of ‘mining’ critical nutrients from soil minerals to provide nutrients for themselves and can also transfer these nutrients to plants. Studying the interactions between soil minerals\, microbes and plant roots is difficult because soil is complex\, messy\, and opaque. But now it is possible\, using X-rays\, to observe the processes by which soil microbes extract\, absorb\, and transfer nutrients. In this lecture\, I will describe our studies of fungal networks extracting nutrients from soil and bacteria that assist plant growth\, preventing the build-up of harmful chemicals. This research is providing fresh insights into nourishing the growth of plants. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Jocelyn Richardson\nJocelyn Richardson grew up in Edinburgh\, Scotland\, and earned her undergraduate degree in geology from the University of St. Andrews. In 2014\, she crossed the Atlantic to begin her graduate studies in Earth and planetary sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. Some of her graduate research was conducted at X-ray synchrotrons at the national laboratories\, sparking her interest in the exciting science that these facilities could provide. After obtaining her Ph.D. in 2019\, she began a postdoctoral fellowship at SLAC\, at the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL)\, where she helped researchers access advanced tools for their biological studies. Jocelyn is now an Associate Staff Scientist at SSRL\, using these tools for studies at the interface of biology\, geology\, and environmental science that aim to improve our understanding of Earth’s life-support systems.”
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/microbes-mining-minerals-a-new-route-to-plant-cultivation/
LOCATION:Hybrid event – SLAC\, 2575 Sand Hill Road\, Menlo Park\, 94025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
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SUMMARY:Investigating Plant Terpenoid Metabolism and Bioproduct Applications
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Philipp Zerbe\, UC Davis\nSponsored by California ACS Local Section\n11:30 am-2:00 pm\, Hybrid Event: In-person $20 for lunch reservation ($10 students) at North Berkeley Senior Center\, 1901 Hearst Ave\, Berkeley. Online free\, Learn more and register | Download flyer\n\n“Join us on Sunday\, January 19\, 2025 for a buffet lunch\, networking\, and a chance to explore the exotic chemistry of plants.  Professor Philipp Zerbe will present new results from his laboratory at UC Davis\, including their studies of the scent compounds from the Wollemi Pine (shown above).  This ancient species dates to the era of the dinosaurs\, and was thought to be extinct until its discovery in the remote mountains of New South Wales\, Australia in 1994.  Its survival in the wild is threatened\, and the UCB Botanical Garden is one of many centers working to preserve the species.  Professor Zerbe is working with researchers at the Botanical Garden to study the unique chemistry of this mysterious plant. \nLunch Reservations (12:00 PM) – Please Click Here\nIf you can’t join us in-person\, you can still join us online! \nRegister for the Zoom Meeting at 1:00 PM – Click Here\nWe look forward to seeing you on January 19th! \nDownload the event flier HERE. \nAbstract\nPlants are nature’s master chemists; they deploy complex networks of specialized metabolites to interact with other organisms and adapt to their environment. Among these metabolites\, terpenoids encompass the largest class with critical functions in plant development\, chemical ecology and stress adaptation. Terpenoid chemical diversity also offers a rich source for bioproducts\, including flavors\, fragrances\, pharmaceuticals and more. A deeper understanding of the mechanisms underlying the diversity of plant terpenoid metabolism can offer innovative avenues toward agricultural and other industrial applications. Toward this vision\, the Zerbe Lab integrates functional genomics\, metabolomics and various protein biochemical and genetic appraoches to investigate the biosynthesis and physiological function of terpenoids in food\, bioenergy\, and medicinal plants. We will discuss the discovery of common and species-specific terpenoid pathways across different plant species that provide new insights into the evolutionary divergence of terpenoid metabolism\, its role in plant-environment interactions\, and how this knowledge can be applied toward crop improvement and bioproduct engineering. \nAbout the Speaker\nPhilipp Zerbe is a Professor at the Department of Plant Biology\, University of California at Davis. His research group focuses on the discovery and engineering of specialized terpenoid metabolism in food\, bioenergy and medicinal plants. For his research\, Dr. Zerbe received the 2015 Arthur Neish Young Investigator Award\, a 2016/17 Hellman Fellowship\, and 2018 Elsevier Young Investigator Award. Prior to his position at UC Davis\, Dr. Zerbe received his PhD from the Ruhr-University Bochum\, Germany (2007) with emphasis on structure-function studies plant hormone metabolism\, followed by positions as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Associate at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver\, Canada) where he focused his research on the discovery of terpenoid metabolism with relevance for bioproducts and stress tolerance in food crops and forest trees.”
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/investigating-plant-terpenoid-metabolism-and-bioproduct-applications/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Lunch Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
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SUMMARY:Polyelectrolyte Complex Scaffoldings for Wet Adhesives and 3D Bioprinting Inks
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Samanvaya Srivastava\, UCLA Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering\nSponsored by Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6:00-7:00 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required by 1:00 pm on January 15th\n\n“Photocrosslinkable precursors (small molecules or polymers) undergo rapid crosslinking upon photoirradiation\, forming covalently crosslinked hydrogels. The spatiotemporally controlled crosslinking\, which can be achieved in situ\, encourages the utility of photocrosslinked hydrogels in biomedicine as bioadhesives\, bioprinting inks\, and extracellular matrix mimics. However\, the low viscosity of the precursor solutions results in handling difficulties owing to unwanted flows and dilution\, and compromises the strength of the photocrosslinked hydrogels. In this talk\, I will introduce oppositely charged triblock polyelectrolytes as additives for precursor solutions that transform the precursor solution into a self-assembled polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) hydrogel with enhanced shear strength and viscosity\, providing interim protection against precursor dilution and mitigating secondary flows. The PEC network also augments the properties of the photocrosslinked hydrogels. Crosslinking of the precursors upon photoirradiation results in the formation of interpenetrating polymer network hydrogels with both PEC and covalently-linked networks that exhibit shear moduli exceeding the linear combination of the moduli of the constituent networks and overcome the tensile strength–extensibility tradeoff that restricts the performance of covalently-linked hydrogels. The reinforcement approach will be shown to be broadly compatible with photocrosslinkable precursors\, not require any modification of the precursors\, and introduce minimal processing steps\, paving the way for broader translation of photocrosslinkable materials for biomedical applications. \nSpeaker Background \n\nSamanvaya is an Associate Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at UCLA. He completed his undergraduate and master’s degrees from IIT Kanpur and his Ph.D. from Cornell University\, all in Chemical Engineering. At IIT Kanpur\, he worked with Prof. Ashutosh Sharma on instabilities in thin films. At Cornell\, he worked with Prof. Lynden Archer on the structure and properties of polymer nanocomposites and nanoparticle dispersions. After his Ph.D.\, Samanvaya pursued postdoctoral research on polyelectrolyte solutions and complexes with Prof. Matthew Tirrell at The University of Chicago. Samanvaya’s current research interests are in investigating the influence of diverse intermolecular interactions on material structure and properties\, with a broader aim to combine this fundamental understanding with molecular engineering and self-assembly processes to improve materials design. He has published over 50 research articles and has received several awards\, including the Austin Hooey Graduate Research Excellence Recognition Award at Cornell University\, the RSC Researcher Mobility Grant\, the AIChE 35 under 35 award\, the NSF CAREER Award\, and the ACS PMSE Young Investigator Award.” \nLab website: https://www.srivastava-lab.net/
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/polyelectrolyte-complex-scaffoldings-for-wet-adhesives-and-3d-bioprinting-inks/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
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SUMMARY:Sustainability at Exponent: Webinar and In-person Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Fibers\, Big Problems: An Introduction to the Contributors\, Environmental Impact\, & Regulation of Microplastics\n\n\nSponsored by SPE Golden Gate Section\n\n\n12:00 – 2:30PM\, Menlo Park\, Learn more and register\n\n\nErin Kirkpatrick\, Ph.D.\, Brian Jing\, Ph.D.\, Sadella Santos\, Ph.D.\n\n\nMicroplastics have recently gained more attention due to their ever-growing presence in the environment\, however\, their impact is not fully understood. They originate from a variety of sources including the intentional addition of small plastic particles to certain consumer products and the degradation of larger plastic materials from post-consumer use\, such as from synthetic fibers from textiles. Currently\, there is a lack of federal regulation focused on targeting the pathways that microplastics are introduced into the environment. Further\, due to the lack of regulation\, there is a lack of scientific consensus on the appropriate standard methods for identifying and characterizing microplastics. This review will discuss the current definition of microplastic and their sources\, current and developing regulation\, the available standards and quantification methods\, and comment on the dynamic landscape of the textile industry’s contribution to microplastics. \nLunch will be provided for in-person attendees. \nFor the virtual event\, register here. \nEvent Schedule\nNoon – 1pm PST: Webinar and Lunch (for in-person attendees) \n1:15-2:30pm: Exponent Lab Tour (Chromatography/FTIR labs\, Microscopy Spaces\, Inspection Areas)
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/sustainability-at-exponent-webinar-and-in-person-tour/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Tour,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241205T103000
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SUMMARY:ACS Virtual Office Hours: Careers in Government
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Careers\nDec. 5th\, 9:00 am-10:30 am\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\n“This virtual live\, 90-minute session will provide an overview of the federal job landscape for chemists\, including information on the types of jobs available\, how to find jobs\, and navigating the federal job application process. The presentation will also explain the federal coding system for chemists and chemical engineers and provide data about employment by geography\, discipline\, department\, and agency to help participants match job opportunities with their experience\, strengths\, and values. After attending this session\, you will be able to: • Identify the types of jobs available to chemists with the federal government. • Find available job opportunities through a variety of sources. • Understand how to navigate the federal job application process. The first half of the workshop will feature a presentation by an ACS Career Consultant\, while the last half will allow participants the opportunity to ask questions and network in small breakout groups led by ACS Career Consultants. \nAbout ACS Virtual Office Hours:\nACS Virtual Office Hours are held the first Thursday of every month from 9:00 – 10:30pm Pacific Time. \nVirtual Office Hours is a free program open to both ACS members and non-members. The first half of this 1 ½ hour workshop features a career-related presentation. For the second half of Virtual Office Hours\, we will break into small networking sessions led by ACS Career Consultants. In your breakout session you will have the opportunity to: \n\nAsk questions regarding the VOH topic\nNetwork with fellow event attendees\nLearn about additional ACS career resources”\n\n 
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/acs-virtual-office-hours-careers-in-government/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Careers,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T103000
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SUMMARY:ACS Virtual Office Hours: Finding and Securing an Internship
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Careers Office \nNov. 7th\, 9:00-10:30 am\, Online\, Free\, Registration required \n“During this 90-minute live\, virtual session\, ACS Career Consultant Adam Myers will help participants jumpstart their career journey by providing a career toolkit to equip internship seekers with the proper knowledge to be successful in their efforts. After the conclusion of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nPrepare a toolkit comprised of your résumé\, an elevator pitch\, and online presence.\nMarket yourself through networking\, content generation\, and “showing up”.\nFind the job\, both the typical and the hidden / unconventional.\n\nThe presentation will be followed by the opportunity for attendees to network in small groups led by ACS Career Consultants and received personalized career advice. \nAbout ACS Virtual Office Hours:\n“Virtual Office Hours is a free program open to both ACS members and non-members. The first half of this 1 ½ hour workshop features a career-related presentation. For the second half of Virtual Office Hours\, we will break into small networking sessions led by ACS Career Consultants. In your breakout session you will have the opportunity to: \n\nAsk questions regarding the VOH topic\nNetwork with fellow event attendees\nLearn about additional ACS career resources”
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/acs-virtual-office-hours-finding-and-securing-an-internship/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Careers,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
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SUMMARY:Reducing Risk & Uncertainty Associated with Nuclear Waste Processing & Disposal: A Hanford Tank Waste Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Carolyn Pearce\, PhD\, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory\nSponsored by ACS California Section\, Women Chemists Committee\nNov. 2nd\, 10:30-Noon\, Online\, Free\, Registration required | Download Flyer\n\nAbstract:\n“The Hanford site in Washington State\, which produced plutonium for the US weapons program\, is the most contaminated nuclear site in the nation and is its largest environmental clean-up activity. During weapons production\, 56 million gallons of liquid radioactive/chemical waste (sludge\, salt cake\, and supernatant)\, with 170 million Curies of radioactivity and 240\,000 tons of complex chemicals\, was generated. This liquid waste is the primary environmental contamination risk\, currently intended to be processed into a glass form for stabilization and to allow its radioactivity to safely dissipate over hundreds to thousands of years. Uncertainty associated with nuclear waste processing and disposal can be mitigated by: (i) characterizing waste chemistry; and (ii) understanding waste form behavior in the environment. A key issue of Hanford tank waste processing and disposal is that\, although radionuclides such as technetium are the risk drivers\, it is the ‘benign’ dominant elements such as aluminum that dictate the processing limits and uncertainties\, given that tank waste is removed on a volume basis. Basic research by the Ion Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials (IDREAM) Energy Frontier Research Center (EFRC) has focused on unravelling complex ion coordination\, solvation\, pairing with other ions\, and cluster formation in these radioactive and highly concentrated chemical environments. The goal of IDREAM is to understand the fundamental mechanisms of aluminum speciation change that underpin solubility\, nucleation and precipitation in Hanford tank waste to accelerate safe\, cost-effective\, and efficient waste processing. Once the waste has been processed\, it must be demonstrated that risk driving radioactive elements will be contained in the wasteform for thousands of years until they become safe. Archeological artifacts\, analogous to wasteform materials\, i.e.\, glass\, that have been left by our ancestors and exposed to the environment for thousands of years can be used to validate and refine predicted wasteform durability. \nAbout the Speaker:\nCarolyn Pearce joined Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in 2016 and is a scientist and team lead in the Subsurface Science Group. She directs the PNNL-led US DOE Office of Science supported Ion Dynamics in Radioactive Environments and Materials Energy Frontier Research Center\, and leads research programs for US DOE Environmental Management\, Office of River Protection\, and Richland Limited. She characterizes solutions and minerals relevant to radioactive waste storage and processing\, determining reaction mechanisms and kinetics that affect radionuclide stability in waste forms and subsurface environments. Dr. Pearce obtained her B.Sc. and PhD from the University of Leeds\, UK\, and is Honorary Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences\, University of Manchester\, UK\, and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences\, Washington State University.”
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/reducing-risk-uncertainty-associated-with-nuclear-waste-processing-disposal-a-hanford-tank-waste-case-study/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T140000
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SUMMARY:The State of the Science: Inaugural Address
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Marcia McNutt\, NAS President\nSponsored by the National Academy of Sciences\, Engineering\, and Medicine (NAS)\nJune 26\, 2024\, Noon-2:00 PM (Pacific Time)\, Online and In person\, Free\, Learn more and Register\n\n“The first State of the Science address will explore how U.S. science and innovation are positioned to respond to rising global competition and shifting priorities for the nation’s economy\, security\, public health\, and well-being.  The event is intended to bring together leaders in science and research\, technology and innovation\, policymaking\, government\, industry\, and philanthropy to explore what actions may be needed to chart a course toward a more nimble\, more robust U.S. science and technology enterprise that is ready to meet the nation’s current challenges and make vital advances in the future.” \nThe State of the Science address will be followed by a panel discussion\, featuring: \nHarvey V. Fineberg\, MD\, PhD (Moderator):  President\, Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation \nChristie Aschwanden: Author\, Good to Go: What the Athlete in All of Us Can Learn from the Strange Science of Recovery and Producer/Host\, Uncertain \nStephanie Diem\, PhD: Assistant Professor\, Nuclear Engineering and Physics\, University of Wisconsin-Madison \nJames Manyika\, PhD: SVP of Research\, Technology & Society\, Google and Alphabet \nAlbert Reece\, MD\, PhD\, MBA\, FACOG: Former Dean and University Executive Vice President; Endowed Professor and Director\, Center for Advanced Research Training and Innovation (CARTI); Senior Scientist\, Center for Birth Defects Research University of Maryland School of Medicine \nJames Marshall Shepherd\, PhD: Associate Dean for Research\, Scholarship\, and Partnerships\, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences\, University of Georgia (UGA); Professor of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences; Director\, UGA Atmospheric Sciences Program; Associate Director for Climate and Outreach\, Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems\, University of Georgia \nGrace Wang\, PhD: 17th President\, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/the-state-of-the-science-inaugural-address/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240624T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240624T190000
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SUMMARY:Innovations in Materials Design for Kidney Dialysis\, from Lab Bench to Patient: A GGPF & Silicon Valley ACS Joint Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Innovations in Materials Design for Kidney Dialysis\, from Lab Bench to Patient \nProf. Buddy Ratner\, University of Washington \nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum and Silicon Valley ACS \nJune 24\, 2024 \n\n5:00-6:00 pm In-person networking with refreshments @ Stanford Chemistry Department before Zoom Watch Party\n6:00-7:00 pm Zoom presentation\, virtual or in-person at Stanford Watch Party\n\nFree/$5 Donation to GGPF\, Register for Zoom link or for in-person Watch Party location by June 23rd at 1:00 pm | Download flyer \nAbstract:\nIn 1962 in Seattle\, chronic hemodialysis on humans was first used successfully to address end stage kidney disease (ESKD). Since that time\, we now have 4.5 million people worldwide receiving life-prolonging dialysis treatments three times a week – the therapy sustains their lives. However\, the pain and complications of kidney dialysis are tragic for ESKD patients and the costs to society are huge (>$130B/yr). Our research program at the University of Washington is focused on rethinking dialysis that has not changed significantly since 1962. We aim to develop an ambulatory dialysis system\, the AKTIV (Ambulatory Kidney to Improve Vitality). To retool dialysis\, we will need improved blood waste cleansing\, painless blood access\, new blood compatible materials\, skin healing and prevention of biofilm formation. Enhancements that can revolutionize how dialysis is performed will be discussed in this talk along with efforts to take innovation from the lab bench to the patient.  Polymers feature significantly in this development effort and are used to improve blood compatibility\, reduce biofilm formation and improve skin healing. \nBio:\n \nBuddy Ratner\, PhD\, University of Washington\, Director of the UW Engineered Biomaterials Engineering Research Center (UWEB)\, Michael L. and Myrna Darland Endowed Chair in Technology Commercialization\, and Professor in Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering at the University of Washington. He received his PhD in Polymer Chemistry from the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn. His specialization is biomaterials used in medical devices and implants\, and his lab is working on multiple bioengineering projects for tissues\, organs and medical devices. Dr. Ratner is a member of the US National Academy of Engineering\, fellow and past president of the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE)\, a fellow and past president of the Society For Biomaterials\, a fellow of AVS (formerly the American Vacuum Society)\, a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science\, and a fellow of the Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society. He has participated in the launch of numerous companies including Healionics\, Inc.\, Asemblon\, Inc. and Kuleana Technology\, Inc. (focused on innovative dialysis devices). Dr. Ratner has authored more than 500 scholarly works and has more than 30 issued patents. His numerous awards include the Lifetime Inventor and Innovator Award from the University of Washington\, the Acta Biomaterialia Gold Medal\, the Distinguished Service Award from the ACS Division of Polymer Chemistry\, the Langmuir Lecture Award from the American Chemical Society\, the Most Cited Paper Award (2015) from the Annals of Biomedical Engineering\, George Winter Award of the European Society for Biomaterials\, and the Pierre Galletti Award of AIMBE.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/innovations-in-materials-design-for-kidney-dialysis-from-lab-bench-to-patient-a-ggpf-silicon-valley-acs-joint-seminar/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T103000
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SUMMARY:Toxic Beauty: The Effects of Phthalates and Bisphenols on Human Stem Cells and Embryo Development
DESCRIPTION:Sonya M. Schuh\, PhD\nSponsored by Women Chemists Committee\, California ACS Section\n10:30-Noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required | View flyer \nAbstract: Dr. Schuh’s research focuses on reproductive and developmental biology and toxicology. Her talk delves into the prevalent challenges of the current plastics and environmental toxin crisis\, and their effects on human health\, fertility\, and congenital defects. Ubiquitous chemicals like bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates\, present in a wide variety of plastics\, cosmetics\, personal care\, and household products\, disrupt hormones and pathways and act as endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the body. Despite efforts over the last several years to replace BPA with alternatives labeled “BPA-Free\,” Dr. Schuh’s work has revealed that these substitutes actually carry similar\, and in some cases much worse\, toxic risks. She and her all–woman undergraduate research team were recently featured in a docuseries on HBO Max entitled “Not So Pretty\,” which highlights their research on the toxic and teratogenic effects of bisphenols and phthalates on embryo development. Schuh\, a self-proclaimed “Science Queen” and her team of “STEM Chicks\,” also did testing of chemicals in various beauty products featured by the series. The Schuh lab has since filmed for another upcoming documentary and has published several impactful manuscripts\, with this work getting national and global attention. All of Dr. Schuh’s recent findings emphasize the potential implications for human health and fertility\, especially for women\, urging consumer awareness\, policy reform\, sustainable alternatives\, and putting ‘people over profit.’ \nAbout the Speaker: Dr. Sonya Schuh is a passionate mother\, teacher\, scientist\, artist\, athlete\, environmentalist\, and STEMinist. Originally from San Diego and inland Southern California\, she grew up exploring nature\, the ocean\, and enjoying all things outdoors. An inquisitive bold nature\, fascination with life and the natural world\, and being the product of educator parents\, would eventually lead her to a science career. She earned a BS in Marine Biology and Zoology from Humboldt State University\, where she conducted marine research and worked as a Marine Naturalist. She then completed her PhD in Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Washington in Seattle\, focusing on chemical effects on sperm. Later\, at Stanford’s Stem Cell Biology Institute\, she delved into genes and environmental factors affecting human fertility and led the largest study to date on genes linked with ovarian reserve (oocyte number) in women. Joining Saint Mary’s College of California in 2013\, she initiated a research program on the impact of endocrine disruptors on embryos of various species and animal and human stem cells. Dedicated to teaching and diverse collaborations\, her most cherished accomplishment is her three children\, inspiring her ongoing commitment to shaping a better world. Dr. Sonya says\, “Of all my accolades and work\, my three amazing children are hands-down my best and proudest accomplishments\, with my long list of wonderful students coming in second. They all inspire me to continue paving new paths\, breaking barriers\, challenging status quos\, and working towards a better future. We can make a difference by the way we pursue answers and solutions\, communicate our work\, treat other people\, and care for all people and life of this earth. I still have a lot of hope.”
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/toxic-beauty-the-effects-of-phthalates-and-bisphenols-on-human-stem-cells-and-embryo-development/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20240110T064143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T065524Z
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SUMMARY:ORCID Workshop for Researchers
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Lyrasis\n11 am-Noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nGetting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding\, publishing\, and research reporting workflows. Funding organizations\, publishers\, and research institutions are increasingly requiring or asking for ORCID iDs from researchers\, so this workshop will help you make sure you are ahead of the game. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover: \n\nAn overview of the benefits of ORCID for researchers\nHow ORCID can help you save time throughout the research landscape\nTips and tricks for keeping your ORCID record up-to-date\n\nNo prior experience with ORCID necessary. The session recording will be sent to all who register. See you there!
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/orcid-workshop-for-researchers-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20240110T035138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T063420Z
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SUMMARY:Upcycling Polymers Seminar: Mixed Polyester Deconstruction to Enable a Circular Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION:Kat Knauer\, PhD.\, National Renewable Energy Laboratory & CTO of the BOTTLE™ Consortium\nHosted by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum\n6 pm\, Online via Zoom\, Free/$5 Donation\, Registration required (Registration deadline: January 30 at 1pm)\n\nThe production\, use\, and disposal of plastics account for 3.8% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions\, nearly double the aviation sector\, implying that plastics are a key energy and climate challenge. Studies have shown that a net-zero plastic supply chain can be achieved by combining biomass utilization with effective recycling. To address these challenges and decarbonize the plastic industry\, we envision transitioning the plastic supply chain to a circular\, biobased polyester model by enabling downstream recycling of biobased plastics. EsterCycle is a base-catalyzed methanolysis recycling platform designed to depolymerize both petroleum and biobased polyester plastics in one pot under mild conditions with high yields. These plastics include polyethylene terephthalate (PET)\, polylactic acid (PLA)\, polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT)\, and polybutylene succinate (PBS). This talk focuses on stages in the development of EsterCycle: deconstruction mechanisms\, separations science\, and economic and life cycle assessment (LCA). Also covered is the development of novel polyesters to challenge the polyolefins’ status quo. The proposed technology allows for sequestered\, biogenic carbon to stay in circulation\, reducing reliance on both fossil fuels and agricultural feedstocks. LCA models show a potential abatement of ~500 million tons of CO2 emissions per year if 35% of the plastic supply chain were replaced with biobased polyesters at a 70% recycling rate via our proposed recycling technology. \nBio-Optimized Technologies to keep Thermoplastics out of Landfills and the Environment (BOTTLE™) is a U.S. Department of Energy multi-organization consortium focused on developing new chemical upcycling strategies for today’s plastics and redesigning tomorrow’s plastics to be recyclable-by-design. Techno-economic analysis\, life cycle assessment\, and supply chain modeling are critical tools to ultimately facilitate the development of economical and sustainable approaches for recycling and redesigning plastics. \nAbout the speaker: Dr. Kat Knauer is a polymer scientist who has dedicated her scientific career to solving the plastic waste problem. She has a PhD in Polymer Science and Engineering from the University of Southern Mississippi. She completed the BASF Leadership Development Program (LDP) in 2018 and took a Senior Scientist role in BASF’s Plastics Division. Her research efforts focused on advanced recycling technologies which ultimately led her to leading the Materials Innovation R&D team at Novoloop (formerly BioCellection)\, a San Francisco Bay Area chemical recycling startup. At Novoloop she helped develop a technology that converted post-consumer polyethylene waste into valuable chemical building blocks to upcycle into new high-performing polymer applications. Currently Dr. Knauer is a senior researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the BOTTLE™ Consortium where she is developing sustainable technologies to chemically upcycle today’s existing plastic waste streams and develop new plastics for the future that are recyclable by design.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/upcycling-polymers-seminar-mixed-polyester-deconstruction-to-enable-a-circular-bioeconomy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20231103T235845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T044308Z
UID:20400-1702490400-1702494000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Know the Crystallization Pathway During Processing: Crystallization of Nylons Using Fast Scanning Calorimetry and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Xiaoshi Zhang\, PhD\, Plastics Engineering Technology\, Penn State University Behrend\nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6pm\, Online via Zoom\, Free/$5 Donation; Registration required\nRegistration deadline: Tuesday\, December 12@1pm\n\nAbstract: In plastic manufacturing\, understanding the interplay between processing conditions and the resulting properties of plastics is crucial. In this presentation\, I will delve into the intricate relationship between processing conditions and the resultant properties of polymers\, with a particular focus on nylons\, PEEK\, and their composites. Initially\, I will discuss our recent research that utilizes Fast Scanning Calorimetry along with other technologies to unravel the complexities of crystallization pathways. We observe that through crystallization cooling pathways in a wide range from 10 K/s to 2000 K/s\, kinetics and morphology can exhibit completely different behaviors\, even under identical crystallization temperatures. Following this\, I will examine the impact of shear on crystallization. Our exploration includes how rotational rheometry\, employing Couette flow instead of traditional Poiseuille flow\, broadens our understanding of shear-induced kinetics and morphological transitions. This is complemented by techniques such as synchrotron X-ray and X-ray CT\, through which we will discuss intriguing observations in PEEK glass fiber and carbon fiber composites. Throughout the presentation\, I will demonstrate how these methodologies significantly enhance our understanding of plastic processing\, particularly in the context of injection molding. The insights gained are pivotal for the strategic manipulation of key processing parameters\, such as injection velocity\, pack pressure\, and mold temperature. This knowledge is essential for optimizing the final properties of the manufactured parts. \nSpeaker Background: Dr. Xiaoshi Zhang is a research faculty member at Penn State Behrend\, where he dedicates his efforts to studying polymer crystallization under processing-relevant conditions\, advanced plastic polymer characterization\, and the sustainability of plastics. His work at Penn State is marked by notable industry collaborations\, securing funding from organizations including INVISTA\, SKF\, Shell\, and the American Chemical Council. Prior to joining Penn State Behrend in 2020\, Dr. Zhang gained valuable industry experience at DSM\, a leader in engineering plastics. His contributions to polymer science have been recognized through his published work\, which has been featured on the covers of journals like Macromolecules and Macromolecular Rapid Communications\, and has received acknowledgment from the DOE Office of Science. Dr. Zhang earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Florida State University\, studying under Professor Rufina Alamo.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/know-the-crystallization-pathway-during-processing-crystallization-of-nylons-using-fast-scanning-calorimetry-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20231103T232245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T183923Z
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SUMMARY:SLAC Public Lecture: Faster! Catching up to Electrons on the Move (Hybrid Event)
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory7:00-8:00pm\, Free\, Registration required to attend in-person (SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory\, Kavli Auditorium\, 2575 Sand Hill Rd\, Menlo Park\, CA 94025) or Watch Live on SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s YouTube Channel | Learn more  \nAbstract: Electrons are tiny particles that hold together the atoms in molecules. When sunlight interacts with a molecule\, it first transfers its energy to the electrons.  Then\, as the electrons move\, the molecule changes form\, reshaping itself or even breaking apart.  We do not fully understand how electrons affect the molecules to which they belong because it is very hard to catch them in action.  Electrons move incredibly quickly\, and they behave according to the peculiar laws of quantum mechanics.  But now\, we can follow the motion of electrons using SLAC’s Linac Coherent Light Source\, an accelerator that can make pulses of X-rays that are shorter than one millionth of a billionth of a second.  In this lecture\, I will explain how this one-of-a-kind tool allows us to watch speedy electrons as they move. \n \nAbout the Speaker: Taran Driver is an Associate Staff Scientist at the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) and the Stanford PULSE Institute. He grew up in the United Kingdom\, where he obtained his B.Sc. in physics and philosophy from the University of Nottingham in 2014\, and his Ph.D. in biomolecular structure analysis from Imperial College London in 2019. He came to SLAC in 2019 as a postdoctoral scholar at the Stanford PULSE Institute. His research at SLAC focuses on using the unique ultrashort X-ray pulses made by the LCLS to understand how electrons move within molecules. In his spare time\, he enjoys cycling and playing soccer in the California sunshine. \nSee also: Taran Driver wins 2023 LCLS Young Investigator Award for work on capturing ultrafast electron movements (SLAC News\, October 20\, 2023)
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/slac-public-lecture-faster-catching-up-to-electrons-on-the-move-hybrid-event/
LOCATION:Hybrid event – SLAC\, 2575 Sand Hill Road\, Menlo Park\, 94025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Public Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20231103T223909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T223946Z
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SUMMARY:Programmable Shape Morphing & Responsiveness of Composite Hydrogels
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Jinhye Bae\, UC San Diego\nDepartment of NanoEngineering & Materials Science and Engineering\nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6:00-7:00pm\, Online via Zoom\, Free/$5 Donation\, Registration required\n\nAbstract: The design and fabrication of stimuli-responsive hydrogels and hybrids with reversible shape morphing and tunable actuation speed have been of great interest. In this talk\, I will discuss our recent progress in approaches to integrate functional materials (e.g. graphene oxide\, nanoclay\, etc.) into stimuli-responsive hydrogels (e.g. poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)). These approaches provide insights into how the presence of functional additives and physical interactions between the additives and hydrogel networks can lead to different internal structures\, and thus mechanical properties. Next\, I will describe how we have leveraged these insights to precisely program the 3D shapes and control the swelling-deswelling kinetics by external stimuli\, and tune the mechanical properties. Lastly\, I will also demonstrate how different manufacturing processes can affect the microstructures and properties of hydrogels and their hybrids. Such a systemic approach to stimuli-responsive shape morphing systems of hydrogels and hybrids will allow us to understand their structure-property relationships and utilize these systems for applications ranging from soft robotics to biomedical devices. \nSpeaker background: Jinhye Bae is an Assistant Professor in the Department of NanoEngineering at the University of California\, San Diego. She received her Ph.D. in Polymer Science and Engineering at the University of Massachusetts\, Amherst\, then worked in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Harvard University as a Postdoctoral Fellow. Her research focuses on understanding the structure-property relationship of polymeric materials to program their shape reconfiguration and responsiveness. Her research interests also include the integration of material characteristics into new structural design and fabrication approaches for applications in biomedical devices\, soft robotics\, actuators\, and sensors. She has received several awards including the ACS PMSE Young Investigator Award (2023)\, the AIChE President Young Investigator Award (2021)\, and the ACS PRF Doctoral New Investigator Award (2021)\, She also has been selected as the Emerging Investigator in Nanoscale (2023)\, Soft Matter (2022)\, and Polymer Chemistry (2020).
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/programmable-shape-morphing-responsiveness-of-composite-hydrogels/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20231103T214144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T214144Z
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SUMMARY:Shining Light on Solar Cells and Their Material Impacts
DESCRIPTION:Rachel Woods-Robinson\, PhD\, University of Washington Clean Energy Institute\nSponsored by California ACS\n10:30am-Noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nAbstract: Addressing climate change requires transitioning to renewables such as photovoltaic solar panels\, but one key barrier to this transition is that we need better materials. In this talk\, we’ll start at the sun and then zoom into a solar panel all the way down to the nanoscale\, highlighting materials challenges that scientists face at each length scale to make solar more efficient\, reliable\, and sustainable. We’ll meet the different material components\, such as absorbers and transparent conductors (TCs)\, and I’ll share some of my research into designing new TCs for solar. Next\, we’ll zoom back out to discuss challenges we face beyond the lab in bringing solar to society\, including critical raw materials\, environmental impacts\, and “green sacrifice zones.” Lastly\, I’ll share some insights from my outreach project Cycle for Science and college course Cycle the Rockies. \nAbout the speaker: Rachel Woods-Robinson (she/her) received a B.S. in Physics from UCLA\, and a Ph.D. at U.C. Berkeley and Berkeley Lab designing new crystals for solar energy by combining computational chemistry\, thin film growth\, and device fabrication. Rachel recently started as a Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Washington’s Clean Energy Institute to study environmental and human impacts of such new solar materials. In addition to research goals to curtail climate change\, Rachel aims to support scientists in sharing our work accessibly and engaging collaboratively with our communities\, and loves outdoor adventuring. She co-founded “Cycle for Science\,” in which scientists go on bicycle tours and visit K-12 classes to teach hands-on lessons about sustainability\, and she instructs “Cycle the Rockies” (Wild Rockies Field Institute)\, an immersive month-long course in which undergrads ride bicycles across Montana to learn about local energy and climate impacts.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/shining-light-on-solar-cells-and-their-material-impacts/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230806T221810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230806T221821Z
UID:20137-1694860200-1694865600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:The Physics and Chemistry of the Atomic Nucleus
DESCRIPTION:Heather Crawford\, PhD\, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL)\nSponsored by California ACS Section\n10:30am-Noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nAbstract\nThe atomic nucleus truly sits at the intersection of chemistry and physics – over the decades both scientific fields have laid claim to these uniquely mysterious quantum systems. I will talk in this presentation about the current state-of-the-art in nuclear science\, including the new Facility for Rare Isotope Beams\, which is opening a new era for studies of the nucleus. I’ll also discuss what we are learning each day to advance our understanding of nuclei across the Segre chart\, and through these studies\, our knowledge of the origin of the elements and isotopes we find on Earth and across the cosmos. \nAbout The Speaker\nHeather Crawford received her B.Sc. in Chemistry from Simon Fraser University\, in Burnaby\, British Columbia\, Canada.  She earned her Ph.D. in nuclear chemistry from Michigan State University\, working with Prof. Paul Mantica and studying the beta-decay properties of neutron-rich isotopes of Ca\, Sc and Ti at the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory.  She then worked as a postdoctoral researcher in the nuclear structure group at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL)\, before moving to an Assistant Professor of Physics position at Ohio University in Athens\, OH.  Heather then returned to LBNL as a career-track and now career staff scientist in the nuclear structure group.  She is a researcher into the structure of very neutron-rich exotic nuclei and served for 5 years as the chair of the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) Users executive committee\, representing a user’s group of 1400+ scientists. \nRSVP here!\nZoom link to be shared with attendees the day of the event. \nPlease register before Thursday\, September 14\, 2023\, 12 noon. Your email address is needed to send the Zoom link\, which will be shared with attendees on or before the day of the event via Brown Paper Tickets. \nPlease visit the CalACS website www.calacs.org to register for this meeting or use Brown Paper Tickets. \nThe event is FREE and open to the community. More information: e-mail WCC co-chair Elaine Yamaguchi. \n 
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/the-physics-and-chemistry-of-the-atomic-nucleus/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230907T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230907T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230806T223414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230806T223550Z
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SUMMARY:Chemical Vapor Deposition Techniques for Design & Synthesis of Polymer Nanomaterials
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Rong Yang\, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering\, Cornell University \nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum\, GGPF\n5PM Pacific time\, Online via Zoom\, Registration required (Registration deadline: Sept. 6th @ 1pm)\n\nAbstract\nPolymers are some of the most prevalent materials in the modern age. While they have been predominantly synthesized in solution and processed into a variety of macroscopic sizes and shapes\, the need for programmability in microscopic morphology has challenged traditional synthesis approaches. Recent advances in vacuum-based synthesis technologies\, such as initiated Chemical Vapor Deposition (iCVD) and Condensed Droplet Polymerization (CDP)\, have enabled a new mode of control over material properties during polymerization. Distinct from prior research that has placed a strong emphasis on the design of monomer molecular structure and controlled polymerization\, the all-dry synthesis methods enable manipulation of the molecular interactions\, such as nanoscale dewetting\, molecular complexation\, and long-range molecular ordering\, to achieve programmable nanoscale structures. In this talk\, we will use three examples to illustrate the underlying principles and potential benefits of this distinct synthesis paradigm: (i) leveraging nanoscale dewetting of nonpolar liquids to create polymeric nanodomes with spatiotemporal resolution on the nanoscale; (ii) enabling vapor-phase molecular complexation during polymerization to achieve an unprecedented range of molecular weight\, mechanical properties\, and film morphology; and (iii) templating continuous polymerization via structured liquids. Taken together\, these advances in manipulating the physicochemical interactions during polymerization are poised to open up a new dimension in the design and synthesis of programmable polymeric materials\, benefiting numerous existing and future technologies\, ranging from membrane separation to drug delivery. \nSpeaker Background\nDr. Rong Yang is an Assistant Professor at the R.F. Smith School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Cornell University and a Faculty Fellow at the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability. She received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering in 2009 from Tsinghua University in Beijing\, her M.S. in Chemical Engineering Practice from MIT in 2012\, and her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from MIT in 2014. From 2014-2016\, she was a postdoctoral fellow at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School\, where she later became an Assistant Professor before joining Cornell in 2019. Her research lies at the intersection of material science and biomedical engineering\, with a focus on all-dry polymer synthesis techniques\, functional nano- or living materials with controlled morphology and reactivity\, and their application in drug delivery\, infectious disease treatment\, and environmental sustainability. Her work has been recognized by the NIH Pathway to Independence Award\, the NSF CAREER Award\, the ACS PMSE Young Investigator Award\, and the Intel® Rising Star Faculty Award\, among others. \n 
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/chemical-vapor-deposition-techniques-for-design-synthesis-of-polymer-nanomaterials/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230806T222802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230806T222802Z
UID:20140-1693389600-1693393200@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:ORCID Workshop for Researchers
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ORCID Lyrasis US Community\n10-11am\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nGetting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding\, publishing\, and research reporting workflows. Funding organizations\, publishers\, and research institutions are increasingly requiring or asking for ORCID iDs from researchers\, so this workshop will help you make sure you are ahead of the game. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover: \n\nAn overview of the benefits of ORCID for researchers\nHow ORCID can help you save time throughout the research landscape\nTips and tricks for keeping your ORCID record up-to-date\n\nNo prior experience with ORCID necessary. The session recording will be sent to all who register. See you there! \nTo view tutorials and learn more about ORCID\, also see: The Stanford Libraries LibGuide about ORCID
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/orcid-workshop-for-researchers-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230508T235303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T235303Z
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SUMMARY:Biomedical Scientists Making Their Mark In Clinical Research: Experience On A Journey Without A Map
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Rajan Singh\, University of Nevada at Reno\nSponsored by Women Chemists Committee of the ACS California Section\n 10:30am-Noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\nPlease register before Thursday\, May 18\, 2023\, 12 noon.\n\nAbstract:\nLife is full of challenges at each stage. Rajan will describe challenges he faced from his graduate school career\, along with the skills he developed to overcome them. Moving to the US for his postdoctoral work presented a new set of challenges with the opportunity to develop new solutions\, both technical and non-technical. One of his technical contributions involved understanding the cellular and molecular defects in interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs)\, and enterochromaffin (EC) cells in the pathogenesis of gut motility disorders and diabetes. He characterized gene knockout mice for gut dysmotility and diabetes. On the non-technical side\, since Rajan started taking responsibility for his family members very early\, he learned how important it is to cooperate and show mutual understanding and respect\, which eventually produces stronger relationships. His relationship management skill was reinforced and strengthened through academic/clinical collaborations with fellow researchers. He will discuss the advances in understanding the pathogenesis and therapeutics of Gastroparesis\, a disorder of Gut-Brain Interaction. In his role as research professor\, he provides his students with skills needed for the modern scientific lab. \nAbout the Speaker:\n \nRajan Singh was born and raised in India\, a developing country with diverse cultures\, religions\, traditions\, and languages\, all nearby his home. Thus\, he appreciated diversity from a young age. After obtaining his BS in Biological Sciences in 2007 from the University of Lucknow\, he enrolled in a doctoral program at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS)\, Lucknow\, one of the best medical schools in India. After gaining extensive experience and knowledge in the gastrointestinal (GI) motility field during his doctoral studies\, he did postdoctoral research in the same field by joining the lab of Professors Seungil Ro and Kent Sanders\, leaders in the field of Gut Motility Research. From 2021\, Rajan became an Assistant Professor (Research)\, Department of Physiology and Cell Biology\, School of Medicine\, University of Nevada\, Reno\, USA. He has mentored first-generation graduate students and fueled their aspirations to become successful academicians by training them with adequate skill sets and future research goals/perspectives.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/biomedical-scientists-making-their-mark-in-clinical-research-experience-on-a-journey-without-a-map/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230517T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230517T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230508T233920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T234159Z
UID:19863-1684348200-1684351800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Molecular-Scale Engineering of Stimuli-Responsive Polymer Hydrogels
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Danielle Mai\, Stanford University Chemical Engineering\nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6:30pm\, Online via Zoom\, Free/$5 Donation\, Registration required (Registration deadline: May 16 at 1pm)\n\nAbstract:\nPolymer hydrogels that respond to external stimuli including pH\, light\, and heat have attracted broad interest as soft materials with controlled release profiles\, 3D printability\, and sensing and actuation capabilities. This presentation will explore the molecular-scale engineering of two stimuli-responsive polymer hydrogels. \nFirst\, we evaluate the impact of functional nanomaterials on photo-responsive hydrogel formation by embedding nanocapsules into solutions containing anthracene-functionalized poly(ethylene glycol) star polymers. Nanocapsules that protect interior cargo and disperse readily through polymeric matrices have drawn particular interest for their ability to integrate chemically incompatible systems\, such as organic photon upconversion materials for sustainable additive manufacturing. Using in situ photo-rheology\, we observe an unexpected non-monotonic dependence of gel formation dynamics on polymer concentration\, as well as faster gel formation and enhanced mechanical properties upon addition of nanocapsules. This study suggests synergistic mechanical reinforcement of hydrogels by nanocapsules\, despite not being crosslinked into the polymer network. \nSecond\, we investigate the ion-responsive behavior of repetitive proteins that undergo conformational changes in response to calcium ions. Calcium ions trigger numerous biological phenomena including bone growth\, muscle contraction\, and neurotransmitter release. We modify hydrophobicity\, electrostatics\, and sequence heterogeneity of calcium-responsive proteins to demonstrate sequence-dependent\, reversible folding in the presence of calcium ions by circular dichroism\, as well as domain size changes by small-angle X-ray scattering. Hydrogels comprising calcium-responsive proteins reveal the impact of sequence on hydrogel stability\, calcium sensitivity\, shear modulus\, and characteristic relaxation time. \nOverall\, molecular-scale engineering enables the rational design of stimuli-responsive polymer hydrogels for sustainable manufacturing and dynamic biomaterials. \nAbout the Speaker:\nDanielle J. Mai is an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. She earned her B.S.E. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan and her M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois. During her postdoc at MIT\, Dr. Mai was named an Arnold O. Beckman Postdoctoral Fellow and ACS Polymeric Materials Science and Engineering (PMSE) Future Faculty Scholar. The Mai Lab engineers biopolymers\, which are the building blocks of life. Specifically\, the group integrates precise biopolymer engineering with multi-scale experimental characterization to advance biomaterials development and to enhance fundamental understanding of soft matter physics. Dr. Mai’s work was recently recognized through the AIChE 35 Under 35 Award (2020)\, American Physical Society DPOLY/UKPPG Lecture Exchange (2021)\, and Air Force Office of Scientific Research Young Investigator Program Award (2022).
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/molecular-scale-engineering-of-stimuli-responsive-polymer-hydrogels/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
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SUMMARY:Building a Competitive and Multifaceted Research Portfolio: An Outsider’s Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Sudip Das\, PhD\, University Hospital Bern\, Switzerland\nSponsored by Women Chemists Committee of the ACS California Section\n10:30am-Noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\nPlease register before Thursday\, May 11\, 2023\, 12 noon.\n\nAbstract:\nWhy an outsider? The reason is that in all aspects of life: research\, social life or acquiring new skills\, I have always stepped out of my comfort zone and placed myself as an outsider. Even for this talk where all of us are scientists (budding\, active\, career seeking\, or retired)\, I will address an audience of different genders on a different continent. I will talk about my research\, how to build multiple expertise and women in STEM. This will include my personal experiences and how I integrate the correct form of diversity of minds and perspectives. I will not only share my journey as an outsider furthering my career and contributions of my peers throughout\, but also give you insights on research and life at my home base in Europe. \n \nAbout the Speaker:\nBorn in the city of joy\, Kolkata\, India\, Sudip’s early life was urban and cosmopolitan with an upbringing including several languages\, cultures and perspectives. Sudip studied Bachelors at Utkal University and Masters at KIIT University in India. For his Master’s research\, he received the Swiss Academy of Sciences Fellowship to go the prestigious ETH Zürich\, Switzerland\, where he worked on Salmonella infections. Fascinated by the research and life in Europe\, Sudip obtained his doctoral degree summa cum laude in human bacterial infection of the lung and blood from the esteemed University of Wuerzburg in Germany. During his PhD\, he was awarded multiple fellowships including DAAD and awards like Biocenter Science Award. He personally has always focused on acquiring new skills. Following his newfound interest in computational biology\, he moved back to Switzerland with the prestigious Marie-Curie fellowship for postdoc at the University of Lausanne. Here\, he combined conventional microbiology with computational biology to become a dual-expert. Since June last year\, Sudip is a Research Group Leader at the University Hospital Bern\, Switzerland\, where he is laying foundation for the first lab nation-wide dedicated to comprehensive human lung microbiota research. In addition\, he is an evaluator for European Union Horizon research grants and reviewer for prestigious publication houses like Springer-Nature\, Elsevier\, American Society of Microbiology\, PLoS etc. He’s a big proponent of Women in STEM and has mentored several female scientists throughout his career.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/building-a-competitive-and-multifaceted-research-portfolio-an-outsiders-perspective/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230301T055520Z
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SUMMARY:Curating Worldwide Scientific Content
DESCRIPTION:Stephen (Steve) K. Boyer\, PhD.\, Collabra\, Inc.\nSponsored by the Silicon Valley and Puget Sound Sections of ACS\n7:00-8:00pm\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nAbstract\nChemical informatics technology is improving access to the text and images of patents and the scientific literature through computer-curation. In the example of a collaboration between a team of computer scientists at Google Patents and chemical informaticians at Ontochem\, annotated data is produced from the patents of ~138 countries translated from ~ 58 languages as well as from Google Scholar and Books. The annotators identify entities such as chemical names\, diseases\, proteins\, and genes that are then post-processed into machine-readable formats\, normalized\, and labeled with unique ontology concept identifiers (OCIDs). Chemical names and images are postprocessed using name-to-structure and image-to-structure programs\, producing associated metadata\, e.g.\, SMILES strings\, InChIs\, and InChIkeys. In this manner worldwide patents and the scientific literature are rendered searchable by structure-substructure searching. This is demonstrated on the freely available Google Patents platform. Data derived from patents are downloadable in machine-readable formats (SMILES)\, while data derived from the scientific literature is available via new commercial offerings such as Dimensions from Digital Science. \nThe output of non-copyrighted data of >54 billion scientific and related entities is donated to NIH and made available in PubChem and in Google Big Query. These collaborative efforts provide researchers access to previously unavailable resources\, relevant in the areas of pharmaceuticals\, publishing\, health care\, and environmental science. Integration of this data with massive amounts of additional scientific information uploaded into the Big Query environment provides a rich resource for machine-learning and widespread value for the worldwide scientific community. \nBio\nStephen (Steve) K. Boyer\, PhD.\, Collabra\, Inc.                       \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-k-boyer-15529  \nSteve Boyer works in the interdisciplinary space of chemistry and computer science. By automating the curation of patents and the scientific literature\, his goal is to expand the scientific community’s understanding and use of published information in chemistry\, the physical sciences\, medicine and intellectual property. \nHis professional history combines ten years of synthesis and scale-up in the pharmaceutical industry (Ciba-Geigy/Novartis) with 25 years in technical capacities at IBM Research. He has participated in several start-ups and currently serves as a science advisor at Google\, Digital-Science\, OntoChem and several other cheminformatics enterprises. He played a major role in getting patent information publicly available on the early days of the internet. \nSteve holds a BA from Temple University in Philadelphia and a PhD in synthetic organic chemistry from Tufts University. His publications and patents range from new drug syntheses to text+image analytics. https://bit.ly/3Ky5XSU
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/curating-worldwide-scientific-content/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230308T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230308T070000
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SUMMARY:Perspectives on AI/ML in Chemistry from Academia and Industry
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Science of Synthesis/Thieme Publishers\n6:00-8:00am\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nThe growing importance of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) extends to chemical research. The need for computational access to and reuse of research data for the prediction of chemical products and retrosynthetic routes is increasing rapidly. In this Thieme WebCheminar\, chaired by Dr. Guido Koch (Amphilix\, Switzerland)\, our speakers will talk about challenges for researchers in accessing data\, tangible benefits for practicing chemists in predicting synthetic routes and the mind shift required for the application of new digital technologies for the discovery of new active ingredients in the industry. \nOur speakers:\n\n“Boosting the Adoption of AI Models for Chemical Reactivity” – Dr. Alain Vaucher (IBM Research Europe\, Switzerland)\n“Computational Access and Reuse of Curated Data in Chemistry“ – Dr. Ye Li (MIT Libraries\, USA)\n“Design-Synthesis-Test-Analysis process in the Digital Era” – Dr. Marco Stenta (Syngenta\, Switzerland)\n\nThis Thieme WebCheminar is of particular interest to chemists in industry and academia with a focus on text- and data mining\, machine learning and artificial intelligence. Sign up now to save your spot! \nRelated press releases:\n\nThieme Chemistry deposits nearly 700\,000 distinct chemical structures into PubChem (January 7\, 2019)\nNew partnership between IBM Research Europe and Thieme Chemistry (July 29\, 2021)\nIBM RXN for Chemistry/IBM Research Europe\, Science of Synthesis and Synfacts/Thieme Chemistry (November 22\, 2021)
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/perspectives-on-ai-ml-in-chemistry-from-academia-and-industry/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230214T234123Z
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SUMMARY:Nonlinear Career Path: A New Normal and a Fun One
DESCRIPTION:Atefeh Taheri\, Chevron and 2023 Chair for Cal ACS\nSponsored by California ACS Section Women Chemists Committee\n10:30am-noon\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nAbstract\nPeople ask children what they want to be when they grow up. It took Atefeh some years to realize that she had a broad interest in many topics and wanted to try various roles and responsibilities. Atefeh has embraced what Sheryl Sandberg\, former COO of Meta\, has said\, “Careers are not ladders\, those days are long gone\, but jungle gyms. Jungle gyms offer more creative exploration”. In this talk\, Atefeh will share her story and career journey and discuss how nonlinear career paths can be challenging but very rewarding at the same time. \nAbout the Speaker\nAtefeh Taheri received her B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry from the Sharif University of Technology in Tehran\, Iran. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University with Prof. Jerry Meyer and then worked as a postdoctoral researcher at UC Davis with Prof. Louise Berben. She started her first industry position as a product developer and formulator for the Clorox company. She then joined Chevron corporation\, initially as a fundamental scientist. She has held various roles in Chevron. Currently\, Atefeh is the Reliability and Maintenance Team Lead for the Western US plants and terminals of the America Fuels and Lubricants business unit of Chevron. In addition\, Atefeh is the 2023 Chair for Cal ACS\, on the leadership team of the Association of Women in Science East Bay chapter\, and one of the leaders of Chevron PRIDE in Richmond (an Employee Resource Group for LGBTQA+ employees and allies).
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/nonlinear-career-path-a-new-normal-and-a-fun-one/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Careers,Morning Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T083000
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SUMMARY:What is a Chemical? Innovation in Chemical Descriptions
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC)\n8:00am-9:30am\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required (Learn more)\n\nThe IUPAC WorldFAIR Chemistry project is pleased to invite you to attend the fourth webinar of our series titled “What is a Chemical? : Innovation in Chemical descriptions. We are focusing on innovations and creative approaches to chemical description\, particularly those that address chemicals in complex systems: such as reactions\, multiple-component systems/mixtures\, complexes\, composites\, formulations\, and using these in different computational settings\, representation services\, tools\, and mechanisms. \nThe webinar series highlights the current status of working with descriptions of chemical substances\, development of digital tools to transform chemical data notation into digital entities\, and ways to implement FAIR (Findable\, Accessible\, Interoperable\, Reusable) data principles across the chemical enterprise. \nThis webinar will last for 90 min\, and we have invited 5 guest speakers to present their perspectives on the use of chemical substance notation” in their field within a 5 min flash presentation for each speaker. This will be followed by a panel discussion.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/what-is-a-chemical-innovation-in-chemical-descriptions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20230108T142821Z
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SUMMARY:Persistent Micelle Templates for Single-Variable Series of Porous Nanomaterials
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Morgan Stefic\, Chemistry and Biochemistry Dept.\, Univ. of South Carolina\nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6:30 PM Online via Zoom\, Registration required (Registration deadline: Feb. 15 at 1pm)\n\nAbstract\nBlock polymer structure‐directing agents (SDA) enable the production of porous nanoscale materials by controlling the arrangement of material precursors. The subsequent removal of the polymer thus yields porous nanomaterials that are useful for a wide range of applications including energy storage and catalysis. The iteration of most such strategies however leads to complex sequences of nanomaterials that change multiple spatial variables at a time\, including morphology\, pore size\, and wall thickness. In contrast\, persistent micelle templates (PMT) are based upon the kinetic entrapment of polymer chains to enable sample adjustments with constant morphology (isomorphic) and constant pore size (ref.1). Such series of nanomaterials with a single spatial variable are well poised to clarify cause-and-effect for nanoscale phenomena. The PMT approach has enabled wide spanning feature sizes over two orders of magnitude with 2 Å precision adjustments between samples. The PMT method is simple to validate with diffraction models and is feasible in any laboratory with minimal equipment. Finally\, recent energy device research enabled by PMT is noted where tailored nanomaterials provided a unique perspective to unravel complex battery behaviors (ref. 2). \nReferences \n1)    Stefik\, M.\, Single-Variable Porous Nanomaterial Series from Polymer Structure Directing Agents. Journal of Materials Research 2022\, 37\, 25-42.  Open Access: https://dx.doi.org/10.1557/s43578-021-00421-0 \n2)    van den Bergh\, W.; Stefik\, M.\, Understanding Rapid Intercalation Materials One Parameter at a Time. Advanced Functional Materials 2022\, 32\, 2204126.  Open Access: https://dx.doi.org/10.1002/adfm.202204126 \nSpeaker Background & Research Interests:\n\nMorgan Stefik is an Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of South Carolina and is the founding director of the South Carolina SAXS Collaborative. He obtained a BE degree in Materials Engineering from California Polytechnic State University in 2005 and a PhD degree in Materials Science from Cornell University in 2010. He then completed postdoctoral research at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne. His accolades include a National Science Foundation CAREER Award in 2018\, recognition as an Emerging Investigator by the Journal of Materials Chemistry A in 2017\, a Breakthrough Star Award from the University of South Carolina in 2018\, election to the council of the International Mesostructured Materials Association in 2018\, selection as an ACS PMSE division Young Investigator in 2020\, recognition as an Early Career Scholar by the Journal of Materials Research in 2022\, a Garnet Apple Award for Teaching Innovation from the University of South Carolina in 2022\, and a Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg Fellowship in 2022. \n\n 
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/persistent-micelle-templates-for-single-variable-series-of-porous-nanomaterials-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230216T173000
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SUMMARY:Bacteriophages in Human Health and Disease
DESCRIPTION:Paul Bollyky\, MD\, PhD\nSponsored by Café Scientifique Silicon Valley\n5:00-6:30pm\, Online via Zoom\, Free\, Registration required\n\nDescription of the talk\nBacteriophages\, viruses that infect bacteria\, are a frontier in human health. Phages are some of the best studied organisms on earth with critical roles in biotechnology. They are also highly abundant in our bodies\, outnumbering both our own cells and the bacteria that produce them. However\, we are just beginning to understand the roles that phages play in our own biology. Here\, we will explore the fascinating biology of bacteriophages and their interactions with both their human and bacterial hosts. We will highlight recent data from our lab and others implicating bacteriophages in human disease. We will also discuss efforts to use bacteriophages to promote human health. \nAbout the speaker\nPaul Bollyky is an Associate Professor and infectious disease physician at Stanford University. He received his D.Phil at the University of Oxford\, and his MD at Harvard Medical School. He then completed his residency training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital followed by his fellowship training in Infectious Diseases and Immunology at the University of Washington in Seattle. His lab studies trans-kingdom interactions between bacteriophages\, bacteria\, and their human hosts\, and is interested in understanding how these interactions contribute to health and disease and in using bacteriophages to treat chronic infections.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/bacteriophages-in-human-health-and-disease/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T212616
CREATED:20221209T025829Z
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SUMMARY:Methods for the Detection and Monitoring of Microplastics in the Environment
DESCRIPTION:Steven M Barnett\, Soar Optics\nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6:30 PM Online via Zoom\, Registration required. Learn more and register\nRegistration deadline: Tuesday\, January 17\, 1:00 PM.\n\nAbstract:\nMicroplastics have recently been recognized as a significant environmental contaminant with implications for human health and carbon capture. It is widely recognized that we need to control and decrease the level of microplastics in our society. The California State Water Control Resources Board mandates that agencies that deliver water to the majority of California residents need to monitor for microplastics. However\, the reduction of microplastic levels is challenging since detection and monitoring of these contaminants is difficult. \nThis presentation will provide a review of microplastics and the range of methods being used for monitoring\, including the FTIR and Raman methods recommended by the California State Water Resources Control Board. \nFinally\, a discussion on Soar Optics’ advanced methods to improve the speed and efficiency of microplastics detection and monitoring will be discussed. Our methods incorporate Raman scattering using dedicated sensors for the major microplastics found in the environment\, allowing for rapid scanning and comprehensive analysis of most typical samples. \nSpeaker Background & Research Interests:\n\nDr. Barnett is the CEO of Soar Optics\, a company founded in 2022 to develop advanced optical sensors for materials characterization. \nTechnical Background\nDr. Barnett has 25 years of experience in the methods being developed by Soar Optics. He is the author of the patent-pending technology that Soar Optics is developing\, and is a co-author on 22 published papers in refereed journals. \nDr. Barnett received his Ph.D. degree in Chemistry from McGill University and subsequently worked as a Research Fellow at the National Institutes of Health. Since 1997\, Dr. Barnett has worked with many industries in the application of optical methods for materials characterization. His roles have included sales\, applications development\, support\, and management. He has also been active in a range of scientific societies including the Society for Applied Spectroscopy (SAS) as a member of the Executive Committee and the Governing Board\, in addition to serving as President of the Northern California local section for many years. He is a member of the American Society for Trace Evidence Examiners (ASTEE)\, SPIE\, and the Materials Research Society. \nBusiness Background\nDr. Barnett holds an MBA degree from the Graduate School of Management of the University of California\, Davis\, with an emphasis on technology management\, organizational behavior\, and entrepreneurship. \nIn addition to his work at Soar\, Dr. Barnett is the Principal of Barnett Technical Services\, a company that sells instrumentation for chemical and materials analysis since 2010. He is also a Founder of InnoGrove\, a coworking space in Elk Grove\, CA that supports the Elk Grove entrepreneurial community.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/methods-for-the-detection-and-monitoring-of-microplastics-in-the-environment/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221206T183000
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Polymer Designs via Robust Dynamic Covalent Bonds
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Zhibin Guan\, Chemistry Dept.\, UC Irvine\nSponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF)\n6:30 PM Online via Zoom\, Registration required. Learn more and register\n\nAbstract:\nThis talk will discuss our recent progress in developing sustainable thermoset polymers that are strong\, self-healing\, malleable\, and recyclable by using robust while dynamic boron-oxygen (B–O) and silyl ether (Si–O) bonds. Our goal for this project is to develop a universal strategy for the design of sustainable polymeric materials. Specifically\, we aim to combine the excellent attributes of both thermoplastics (reprocessability and recyclability) and thermosets (mechanical strength\, creep and solvent resistances) through dynamic covalent chemistry. We have particularly focused on developing covalent interactions that can lead to thermosets that are mechanically strong\, highly malleable\, and also both fully reprocessable and recyclable. In this talk\, I will summarize our recent progress in this project with specific focus on our investigation of sustainable thermosets using boron-oxygen (B–O)\, silyl ether (Si–O–C)\, and siloxane (Si–O–Si) exchange reactions. A successful demonstration of robust\, malleable\, and reprocessable/recyclable thermosets will have major impact on new materials development\, plastic recycling and sustainability\, and modern technologies including additive manufacturing. \nSpeaker Background & Research Interests:\nZhibin Guan obtained his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Peking University. He received his Ph.D. degree in 1994 at the University of North Carolina\, Chapel Hill. Following a postdoctoral stint at Caltech and a short career at DuPont\, in 2000 he joined the faculty of the Department of Chemistry at UC Irvine as an assistant professor. He was promoted to Associate Professor with tenure in 2004\, and to Full Professor in 2006. From 2006\, he also became affiliated faculty of the Department of Biomedical Engineering\, the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering\, and the Department of Material Science at UC Irvine. He has received recognition of his research with several awards and fellowships\, including the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship\, the Humboldt Bessel Research Award\, the Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award\, the NSF CAREER Award\, the Beckman Young Investigator Award\, and was elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. His research work has been featured many times in scientific journals and also in news sources such as C&EN News\, Washington Post\, Wall Street Journal\, Los Angeles Times\, CNN\, Forbes\, etc. He served as the Chair for the 2018 Bioinspired Materials Gordon Research Conference in Les Diablerets\, Switzerland.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/sustainable-polymer-designs-via-robust-dynamic-covalent-bonds/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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