Nanoplastics in Water: Artificial Intelligence-Assisted 4D Physicochemical Characterization and Rapid In Situ Detection
For the first time, The Ariya lab听present a much-needed technology for the in situ and real-time detection of nanoplastics in aquatic systems. We show an artificial intelligence-assisted nanodigital in-line holographic microscopy (AI-assisted nano-DIHM) that automatically classifies nano- and microplastics simultaneously from nonplastic particles within milliseconds in stationary and dynamic natural waters, without sample preparation. AI-assisted nano-DIHM iA para- to meta-isomerization of phenols
Phenols are a common functional group of many naturally occurring and biologically active molecules, including many that are part of the human diet. In 2020 alone, ~60% of small molecule drugs approved by the FDA contained a phenol or a closely related phenolic ether, underscoring their importance to the pharmaceutical industry.
Night Lights and Scientific Delights: Nuit blanche at 平特五不中
by Phuong Hoang, Faculty of Science Communications Assistant听True to its name, Montr茅al鈥檚 Nuit blanche is an annual celebration of the vibrant culture of the city, with thematic itineraries and extended business hours that ensure festival-goers a night of endless excitement.
Hanadi Sleiman awarded 2024 E. W. R. Steacie Award
Chemistry Professor and Canada Research Chair in DNA Nanoscience Hanadi Sleiman has received the 2024 E. W. R. Steacie Award from the Chemical Institute of Canada. This award is presented annually to a scientist who has made a distinguished contribution to the field of chemistry while working in Canada.
Global Undergraduate Awards- Glen Loo
Recently, Glen Loo from the Lumb Group received an award from the Global Undergraduate Awards (GUA) for the work he did during a 5-month research internship. Glen had come to 平特五不中 from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, and worked with graduate mentor Carlos Azpilcueta-Nicolas on the photoinduced dearomatization of biaryl compounds.
Pallavi Sirjoosingh: Winner, Principal鈥檚 Prize for Teaching Excellence (Faculty Lecturer)
A packed Leacock 132 can be an intimidating place when you鈥檙e down in front and looking back up at more than 600 undergrads about to study university-level chemistry for the first time.
It鈥檚 exactly where听Pallavi Sirjoosingh听wants to be.
A first look inside Li-ion batteries
What if you could charge your electric vehicle in the same amount of time it takes to fill a tank of gas?听听
In a new paper published today in Joule, researchers from 平特五不中 and the University of Quebec in Montreal (UQAM) announced the development of a novel method that enables researchers to peer inside Li-ion batteries and, for the first time, track the physical processes that take place in both the liquid and solid parts of the battery cells as they happen.听听
What does a Greek God and former 平特五不中 Chemistry Professor Bernard Belleau OC FRSC have in common?
Bernard Belleau was famous for developing the nucleoside analogue 3TC for viral treatment. Here, we show that a nucleoside analogue triggers a cell death mechanism named after Thanos, the Greek God of nonviolent deaths. The nucleoside analog, cytarabine, has been used as the frontline treatment of leukemia for more than 50 years, but patient survival rates are less than 20%.
Memorial Tribute 鈥 Byung Chan Eu (1935鈥2023)
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Professor Byung Chan (鈥淏C鈥) Eu on August 25th, 2023, at the age of 88 while in hospital. BC was born in 1935 in Seoul, Korea and earned a BSc in Chemistry at Seoul National University in 1959. He was admitted to the graduate school of Seoul National University in 1960, but soon was drafted into the Korean army which he served until 1962.
The Clara Benson Award
The Clara Benson Award is presented to recognize a woman who has made a distinguished contribution to chemistry, in memory of the late Clara Benson who contributed immensely to both CHEM and equity (1st female Prof at UofT). This award is sponsored by The Canadian Council of University Chemistry Chairs. Prof. Karine Auclair from 平特五不中 is the recipient of the 2023 Clara Benson Award.
Detecting airborne viruses in a blink of an eye
Until now, there was no real-time airborne virus tracking technology, hindering the understanding of rapid virus change, transmission and associated health impacts.听Led by the Ariya' lab, in collaboration with colleagues at 平特五不中 Faculty of medicine and U.
A novel in-situ and real-time four dimensional capability for the nano and microplastic life cycle research
The Ariya lab developed a novel nano-digital inline holographic microscope (nano-DIHM) was used to advance in-situ and real-time nano/microplastic physicochemical research, such as particle coatings and dynamic processes in water.
The Obituary of Dr. John F. Harrod
Dr. John F. Harrod, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Chemistry at 平特五不中 passed away peacefully in Montreal on January 26, 2023, in his 89th year.
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Biogenic optical devices for solar energy conversion: glass-like shells of diatoms help turn light into energy in dim conditions
A 平特五不中 research team led by Professors Mark Andrews (Department of Chemistry) and David Plant (Electrical Engineering) has shown how the glass-like shells of phytoplankton (diatoms) help these microscopic organisms perform photosynthesis in dim light conditions. Despite amounting to only about 1% of the global plant biomass, phytoplankton account for about 50% of the planet鈥檚 photosynthetic activity and at least half of the world鈥檚 oxygen production.
Introducing Professor Doctor H茅l猫ne Seiler!
平特五不中 Chemistry congratulates Dr. H茅l猫ne Seiler on her appointment as an Assistant Professor of Physics in the Free University Berlin!