New method reveals substances on surfaces of any kind Sep 8, 2007
In the latest issue of the scientific journal Angewandte Chemie, the group led by Renato Zenobi, Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the Organic Chemis-try Laboratory of ETH Zurich, has presented a method that successfully meets these requirements. Based on a standard instrument. (EurekAlert!)
Basic Patents Granted for Hitachi Chemical's Fluid Circuit Sheet ''microARTs'' Sep 6, 2007
This sheet can be used in the fields of analytical chemistry as well as medical. In recent years, there has been an increase of demand of fine-diameter and high-integration in handling small amount of fluids (nanoliter to microliter). (BusinessWire)
Research Scientists Aug 30, 2007
Physical or Analytical Chemistry; Chemical Engineering; Materials Science Cambridge, England ... Our chemistry department is comprised of skilled scientists whose specialisation is analytical chemistry, synthetic chemistry, surface science and physical chemistry ... D. in the field of experimental science or engineering, with expertise in chemistry (synthetic chemistry, physical chemistry, colloid and surface science, analytical chemistry), chemical engineering, or materials science. (Nature News Service)
Gifts to Canisius College adding up Aug 30, 2007
The $47 million project includes technology-laden classrooms and labs and five research training groups to support new initiatives in bioinformatics, cellular/molecular biology, analytical chemistry, neuroscience and quantitative science. Renovation of the four-story, 237,000-square-foot facility and parking ramp is expected to begin early next year after the acquisition is completed from HealthNow. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Photo Release -- Bruker BioSpin Announces the Avance III NanoBay, the Most Highly Integrated State-of-the-Art NMR Spectrometer Aug 29, 2007
The NanoBay supports a wide range of small molecule applications from high- throughput screening routines for quality control in analytical chemistry and food science to structure verification in drug discovery. In academia, the NanoBay is the ideal system for chemistry research as well as to introduce students to the fascinating world of NMR.. (Primezone Releases)
Akermin Names Engineering V.P. for Its Biocatalysts Aug 28, 2007
D. in analytical chemistry and electrochemistry from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He holds four U.S. patents and has published more than 50 technical papers. (Primezone Releases)
Dr. Garratt W. Ponder Named Vice President of Pharmaceutical Development for Atlanta-Based Tikvah Therapeutics, Inc. Aug 22, 2007
Dr. Ponder joins Tikvah Therapeutics with over twelve years of experience in analytical chemistry, process chemistry and pharmaceutical development at a variety of small, midsize, and large pharmaceutical companies. He was most recently Senior Director of Product Development at AtheroGenics, Inc. where he was responsible for Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) activities for active pharmaceutical ingredient and drug product for in-licensing projects, including the compilation of CMC... (Primezone Releases)
Retired prof raised the bar on dedication Aug 19, 2007
Fuchs came to Arizona State College after serving in the Army and graduating from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a doctorate in analytical chemistry. "Back then teaching jobs were very scarce," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
Chemical Imaging: Potential New Crime Busting Tool Aug 8, 2007
A new fingerprinting technique could potentially detect the diet, race and sex of a suspected criminal, according to new research published in the August edition of the journal Analytical Chemistry ... Reference: "Spectroscopic Imaging of Latent Fingermarks collected with the aid of gelatine tape" Journal of Analytical Chemistry, 1 August 2007. (Science Daily)
News of chemistry professor's water filter is spreading around the world Aug 8, 2007
D. in analytical chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh in 1982 where he first learned about the use of computer-controlled electrochemical techniques and chemical equilibria for the speciation of arsenic in geothermal water, along with other toxic metals. To Dr. Hussam, the first challenge in fighting arsenicosis was to develop a precise method of detecting traces of arsenic in the groundwater. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Inquiry begun into bridge inspections Aug 5, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) NYS Departmen. Specialist Opportunity working with. (Albany Times Union)
The common denominator Aug 3, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) NYS Departmen. (HR607) Join On2 Technologies, Inc.. (Albany Times Union)
Fingerprints can reveal race and sex Aug 3, 2007
Preliminary tests, highlighted in this month s edition of the journal Analytical Chemistry, also suggest it could be used to provide crucial court evidence by pinpointing the precise time - accurate to the nearest hour - that prints were left at crime scenes. advertisement. (Telegraph.co.uk)
'Extreme analytical chemistry' will help unravel Mars' mysteries Aug 3, 2007
Extreme analytical chemistry' will help unravel Mars' mysteries ... Extreme analytical chemistry' will help unravel Mars' mysteries ... -- Sam Kounaves spends his time unraveling fundamental questions in planetary science by applying "extreme analytical chemistry" to the harshest environments imaginable: Places like Death Valley, Antarctica and now Mars. (EurekAlert!)
Gold Nanoparticles May Pan Out As Tool For Cancer Diagnosis Aug 2, 2007
"We hope that this technology will soon play a critical role in early detection and monitoring of breast cancer," said Irudayaraj (pronounced ee-roo-THY'-a-razh), leader of a research team that developed a new method for fabricating the nanoparticles that is published in the journal Analytical Chemistry. "Our goal is to see it in commercial use in about four years.". (Science Daily)
Edwards assails U.S. arms sales to Arabs Aug 1, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) NYS Departmen. DRIVERS IFCO SYSTEMS is seeking loca. (Albany Times Union)
Taliban issues another hostage deadline Jul 31, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) NYS Departmen. Experienced Coders Needed Now. (Albany Times Union)
Capital Region housing market continues slide Jul 31, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) NYS Departmen. All Times Union materials copyright 1996-2007, Capital Newspapers Division of The Hearst Corporation, Albany, N.Y.. (Albany Times Union)
Fingerprinting With Light Shows Promise For Improved Crime-fighting Jul 25, 2007
The finding is scheduled for publication in the August 1 issue of ACS' Analytical Chemistry. Article: "Spectroscopic Imaging of Latent Fingermarks Collected with the Aid of a Gelatin Tape". (Science Daily)
CSI: fingerprint tape reveals sex, diet of suspect Jul 24, 2007
Their findings are detailed in the Aug. 1 issue of the journal Analytical Chemistry. (Agencies). (Xinhuanet, China)
Fingerprint technique could reveal sex, race Jul 21, 2007
Their findings are detailed in the Aug. 1 issue of the journal Analytical Chemistry. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Technology)
$350,000 pending federal grant slated for CMU Jul 21, 2007
The company's core competencies reside within the field of analytical chemistry and its related materials and instrumentation. f the funding measure receives final passage from the Senate and is signed by the President, we will be thrilled to work in partnership with Inovatia Laboratories to continue our mission of preparing excellent teachers of science for rural Missouri schools and other schools throughout the state, said CMU President Marianne E. Inman. (Boonville Daily News, MO)
Red Blood Cells 'Talk' To Platelets, With Implications For Diabetes Jul 18, 2007
In a study scheduled for the July 13 issue of ACS Analytical Chemistry, a semi-monthly journal, Dana Spence and colleagues note that RBCs once were regarded mainly as oxygen carriers. Recent research, however, shows that red cells also release ATP, a molecule that is the source of energy for all life processes, as they deform while they travel through small blood vessels. (Science Daily)
BioExx Announces Publication of Comprehensive Bio-extraction Industry and Technology White Paper Jul 16, 2007
Mr. Skinner has more than 25 years of practical experience in analytical chemistry and bio-extraction technology related to food technology, nutraceuticals, and extractions. The statements made in this Press Release may contain forward-looking statements that may involve a number of risks and uncertainties. (Canada Newswire)
It's Homestake Jul 11, 2007
My son has a PHD in analytical chemistry and we think this is great. " Joseph Budd wrote on Jul 10, 2007 10:59 AM:" I can get in on this. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
... shortage of manpower dogs 20 sectors Jul 9, 2007
For instance, the survey reveals that in the biotechnology sector, there is an acute shortage of nearly 80 per cent of doctorate and post doctorate scientists in the areas of molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, and analytical chemistry. Likewise, the food-processing sector reportedly faces a shortage of 65 per cent of refrigeration mechanics, electricians and fitters; a 70 per cent shortage of food safety professionals; and a shortage of 60 per cent of agricultural scientists. (Indian Express)
Preserving Library of Congress' treasures is goal of FSU researcher Jun 5, 2007
In announcing the award, the pharmaceutical company stated that he was chosen based upon Dr. Striegels research interests, publication record, and the impact he is making in the field of analytical chemistry. Read more at. (EurekAlert!)
ACS News Service Weekly PressPac -- May 23, 2007 May 29, 2007
Could tons of neurotoxic mercury now stored in the United States wind up in the hands of poverty-stricken gold miners in developing countries and eventually be released into the environment, where it could end up entering the human food chain" An article scheduled for the May 28 issue of Chemical eering News, ACS' weekly newsmagazine, explores that possibility in a script that reads like an environmental version of the hit film, Blood Diamond. The article, written by C Senior Editor Cheryl... (EurekAlert!)
Brother is third to graduate at top of Etowah May 27, 2007
"We'd talk about geology and the different kinds of vegetations," said Martin Rudat, a research and development scientist with a doctorate in analytical chemistry from Cornell University. Call it nerdy if you want. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
UM hires new provost May 16, 2007
Engstrom earned a bachelor s degree in chemistry from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a doctorate in analytical chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In 2005 he completed Harvard University s course in institutional executive management. (Missoulian, MT)
Lee, Cunliffe Selected As Fairfield University's Athletes Of The Year May 11, 2007
0 GPA. She was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa as a junior, and received an American Chemical Society Award for Achievement in Analytical Chemistry and in Organic Chemistry. She was selected to the National Field Hockey Coaches Association in each of her four years with the team. (Fairfieldstags.com)
Incoming Nigerian president prefers a simple lifestyle May 10, 2007
"I go to the mosque and I pray as an ordinary person would pray because I don't want to have problems when I leave office. "The less you allow power to get to you, the more you are able to adjust when leaving office," he said in a tone as solemn and measured as a school headmaster.Yar'Adua, who won an April vote marred by widespread accusations of ballot fraud, may be immune to the rapacious taste for luxury common in a country where officials tend to see stealing public money as a perk of... (Los Angeles Times)
Emergency Fire District Candidates Answer Questions At Elgin Forum May 3, 2007
His 30 years in analytical chemistry, a former credit union treasurer and now a Real Estate broker lend him skills he felt would help the District function at its best. Coody, who now owns a printing business, has prior experience as a volunteer firefighter with the Lake Bastrop Acres VFD and as a volunteer emergency services technician. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Akermin names Hruska CEO May 2, 2007
While pursuing a master's degree in analytical chemistry at Saint Louis University in 2003, Nick Akers teamed with Professor Shelley Minteer to invent a platform technology, SEBC, or stabilized enzyme biofuel cells. The two are co-inventors on four U.S. patent applications and are the founders of biofuel cell company Akermin Inc.. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Researchers Develop Prostate Cancer Sensor Apr 29, 2007
A study published in the Analytical Chemistry using Mutharasan s sensor detected E. coli in ground beef at some of the lowest concentrations ever reported. Results of a preliminary study using the device to detect noninvasively a prostate cancer biomarker in 15 minutes were recently presented by David Maraldo, a Drexel doctoral student in chemical engineering who worked with Mutharasan on the sensor, at the 96th annual meeting of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology. (Science Daily)
Who needs R&D -- just e-mail Mr. Fix-It Apr 26, 2007
InnoCentive was started in 2001 as an independent business venture of pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly & Co. It focused first on the field of analytical chemistry, expanded into genetics, biochemistry and materials science and now promises to move into fields ranging from information technology to international development. "Seekers" such as Procter & Gamble, Boeing, Pittsburgh Plate & Glass and the Rockefeller Foundation pay annual fees for access to InnoCentive's ad-hoc network of scientists in... (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Nigeria: Face of the Next President Apr 24, 2007
He returned to the same University from 1978-1980 for his M.Sc Degree in Analytical Chemistry. Umaru Yar' Adua's working career began at the Holy Child College Lagos for the mandatory one year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) between 1975 and 1976. (allAfrica.com)
Rapid, One-step, Ultra-sensitive Detection Of Food Poisoning Bacteria And Biothreats Apr 17, 2007
The sensor also can quickly detect proteins important in medical diagnostic testing and very low levels of biothreats such as anthrax, according to the study, published in the April 1 edition of ACS' Analytical Chemistry, a semi-monthly journal ... American Chemical Society article in Analytical Chemistry: "Method for Label-Free Detection of Femtogram Quantities of Biologics in Flowing Liquid Samples". (Science Daily)
UPDATE: Tuition going up 6.3 percent Apr 14, 2007
ma wrote on April 13, 2007 9:35 PM:"My son is a college professor in Ohio and had a research lab. He went to 4 years at SDSU to get his bachelors and then 5 years at Ames,Iowa to get his PHD in analytical chemistry. Cost of college is going up every year. His only savior was grants and scholorships and now he has the student loans to pay off. He is not making big bucks and things are tight as Ohio has a state, county and city income tax. He keeps saying 'some day' I will make more money. There... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
M.D. Anderson, Health Science Center break ground on research facility Apr 12, 2007
The six-story, 315,000-square-foot building, near El Paseo and Cambridge streets in the Texas Medical Center, will accommodate research laboratories for synthetic and analytical chemistry, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology and facilities for production of clinical-grade imaging agents such as radiopharmaceuticals, nanoparticle-based agents, gene-reporter and cellular tracers. The building will also house UT-Houston's new Department of Biomedical Engineering. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
UCR Chemist Recognized by American Chemical Society UCR, Apr. 10 Apr 11, 2007
Cynthia Larive, a professor of chemistry at UC Riverside, has been selected to receive the 2007 J. Calvin Giddings Award for Excellence in Education in recognition of her contributions towards enhancing the personal and professional development of students working in analytical chemistry. Given each year by the Division of Analytical Chemistry of the American Chemical Society (ACS), the national award is accompanied by $1500 and a plaque ... She is the editor of the Analytical Sciences Digital... (University of California Newswire, CA)
Oldham named new provost Apr 6, 2007
"Specifically, he has been a department head for five years and a dean for six years in the college of arts and sciences at Mississippi State.Philip Oldham, who is currently the dean of the college of arts and sciences and a professor of analytical chemistry at Mississippi State University, said: "I have a lot of experience as a faculty member and as a dean of a very diverse campus. "Oldham continued: "I'm a native Tennessean. (The University Echo, TN)
A Sweet Step Toward New Cancer Therapies Apr 1, 2007
Their work is described in the April 15 issue of the journal Analytical Chemistry. Typically, analytical chemists use mass spectrometry a technique that accurately weighs molecules or fragments of molecules to analyze proteins. (Science Daily)
Titanium dioxide -- It slices, it dices ... Mar 31, 2007
The prototype sample preparation method, detailed recently in Analytical Chemistry,* uses ultraviolet light and titanium dioxide and could be ideal for new microfluidic lab-on-a-chip devices designed to rapidly analyze minute amount of biological samples. Because most proteins are very large, complex molecules made up of hundreds or thousands of amino acids, they usually must be cut up into more manageable pieces for analysis. (EurekAlert!)
The Yar'Adua/Jonathan Combination [Opinion] Mar 28, 2007
He would later go on to secure a master's degree in Analytical Chemistry from the same institution of higher learning. By no means a yardstick for measuring other heads of state and presidents of Nigeria , Yar'Adua would be the first graduate to rule Nigeria if he wins this April. (allAfrica.com)
NJIT professor obtains patent to uncover trace elements of airborne pollutants Mar 21, 2007
He also edited Sample Preparation Techniques in Analytical Chemistry (John Wiley, New York, 2003). Mitra holds five patents and has made more than 150 presentations conferences. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Star Trek's 'tricorder' realized Mar 8, 2007
"The detection is done in an ion trap an device that traps ions, then lets them out on the basis of their masses, enabling you to be exactly sure what compound you are sensing," said Graham Cooks, Henry Bohn Hass distinguished professor of analytical chemistry at Purdue's College of Science. Cooks' team previously reported on a that runs off line current. (EETimes)
First Urine Test To Detect Insulin Doping In Athletes Mar 6, 2007
Their article, scheduled for the April 1 edition of ACS Analytical Chemistry, a semi-monthly journal, states that scientists had not attempted to develop such a test in the past because of the presumption that it was impossible to detect insulin s degradation products, the compounds formed as the body breaks down insulin. Using urine samples from volunteers, including athletes with diabetes, the scientists were able to identify degradation products from Lantus insulin, one commonly used form of... (Science Daily)
Steroids' reach grows Mar 1, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) New York Sta. office with pleasant surroundings an. (Albany Times Union)
Detecting Disease: Microbeads To Improve Identification Of Biomarkers In Body Fluids Feb 28, 2007
The work was also published in the Aug. 15 issue of Analytical Chemistry. The technology involves embedding fluorescent quantum dots and magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles inside the beads to create dual-modality magneto-optical beads. (Science Daily)
Scientists Invent Real-life 'Tricorder' For Chemical Analysis Feb 28, 2007
The instrument is a miniature mass spectrometer combined with a technique called desorption electrospray ionization, or DESI. The device and technique were developed by a team of researchers led by R. Graham Cooks, the Henry Bohn Hass Distinguished Professor of Analytical Chemistry in Purdue's College of Science. "Conventional mass spectrometers analyze samples that are specially prepared and placed in a vacuum chamber," Cooks said. (Science Daily)
We're one step closer to Stark Trek Feb 28, 2007
The lead researcher of the Purdue team, Professor R. Graham Cooks, the Henry Bohn Hass Distinguished Professor of Analytical Chemistry in Purdue's College of Science, fills us in as to what this device really means. "Conventional mass spectrometers analyze samples that are specially prepared and placed in a vacuum chamber," Cooks said. (Neoseeker)
Discovery Labs Reports Fourth Quarter 2006 Financial Results Feb 28, 2007
Manufacturing development includes (1) costs associated with operating the Company's manufacturing facility in Totowa, New Jersey (which the Company acquired from its then contract manufacturer, Laureate Pharma, Inc. (Laureate), in December 2005), to support the production of clinical and anticipated commercial drug supply for the Company's SRT programs; (2) continued investment in the Company's quality assurance and analytical chemistry capabilities to ensure current good manufacturing... (Primezone Releases)
Woman drove drunk, hit teen, police say Feb 27, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) New York Sta. Come Join Our Team. (Albany Times Union)
Look at appraisal as an opportunity Feb 26, 2007
(Analytical Chemistry) New York Sta. Associates, Inc. now hiring for F/T. (Albany Times Union)
Daschle would consider, but doesn't expect VP invite Feb 26, 2007
Interesting again wrote on February 25, 2007 6:47 PM:"Mary says: These aren't uneducated people that were questioning SD actions in voting out Daschle. My son has a PHD in analytical chemistry.." So, you are saying that it takes a PhD to make judgments about things. Typical elitist attitude. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Toward A Three-in-one Airport Passenger And Baggage Security Scanner Feb 14, 2007
George R. Farquar and colleagues describe latest tests on the device, which uses a technology called single-particle aerosol mass spectrometry (SPAMS), in an article scheduled for the March 15 issue of the ACS' Analytical Chemistry, a semi-monthly journal ... Spectroscopy is often used in physical and analytical chemistry for the identification of. (Science Daily)
Arlington Capital Partners Announces Investment in Cambridge Major Laboratories Feb 5, 2007
The Company operates two facilities outside of Milwaukee, WI offering synthesis and scale up, analytical chemistry services and associated regulatory support for active pharmaceutical ingredients ("APIs") across a broad range of structural classes of molecules. Cambridge Major's core services are targeted at a diversified customer base of pharmaceutical companies including large multinationals, generic manufacturers, emerging biotechnology companies and specialty pharmaceutical concerns. (PR Newswire)
Professor wins $1M for arsenic filter Feb 4, 2007
After moving to the United States in 1978, Hussam got his citizenship and received a doctorate in analytical chemistry. The Centreville, Va. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
An Introduction to Chemistry Feb 3, 2007
Analytical Chemistry studies the qualitative as well as quantitative determination of matter using tests, devices or instruments. Chemistry was known even before 3000 B.C. or longer than before we could name it as Chemistry. (Suite101.com)
US professor wins $1 milllion prize for arsenic filter innovation Feb 3, 2007
After moving to the United States in 1978, Hussam got his citizenship and received a doctorate in analytical chemistry. He has spent much of this career trying to devise a solution to arsenic problems in wells in Bangladesh and India. (International Herald Tribune)
Global warming affects Valley too Feb 3, 2007
Amin Ibrahim, a professor of analytical chemistry at the , said the burgeoning Valley is a prime culprit of global warming. As the Valley and its industries grow, so does the pollution. (McAllen Monitor, TX)
New Technique Can Identify Counterfeit Drugs Jan 31, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new method of verifying the ingredients of a pharmaceutical product without opening the package is more accurate than the conventional methods of analysis, scientists in the UK report in a study scheduled for publication in the March 1 issue of Analytical Chemistry ... Analytical Chemistry 2007. (MEDLINEplus)
New Method For Detecting Fake Drugs Without Opening The Package Jan 31, 2007
In a report scheduled for the March 1 issue of ACS' Analytical Chemistry, a semi-monthly journal, Pavel Matousek and Charlotte Eliasson describe the growing need for non-invasive verification of the authenticity of pharmaceutical products ... Spectroscopy is often used in physical and analytical chemistry for the identification of. (Science Daily)
Targeting fake drugs Jan 27, 2007
But a new tweak to an old stalwart of analytical chemistry could change all that. Fake drugs are a major international concern (see ''), though estimates vary widely as to how bad the problem is. (Nature News Service)