Transforming Glycoscience

A new focus on the field of glycoscience--which explores the structure and function of complex carbohydrate molecules called glycans (also known as saccharides or sugars) promises great advances in medicine, biofuel production, and materials science.

Nuclear and Radiochemistry Expertise

Challenges in Chemistry Graduate Education

Experts from across the chemical enterprise came together for a workshop to discuss the critical issues affecting chemistry graduate education. Find materials produced for and after that workshop here.

Scientists Take Energy Cues from Nature

Research on living systems is one of the most promising pathways to new "bioinspired" energy sources. A 2011 workshop brought together chemists, biologists and engineers to discuss new insights.

Keeping Lab Chemicals Safe and Secure

A new factsheet provides guidance on keeping chemicals secure in the laboratory, with advice on establishing chemical ordering policies, maintaining chemical inventories in the laboratory, and monitoring who has access to chemicals at every stage of research.