ACS News Service Weekly PressPac: January 27, 2016
ACS News Service Weekly PressPac: January 27, 2016
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Cellulose nanogenerators could one day power implanted biomedical devices
Implantable electronics that can deliver drugs, monitor vital signs and perform other health-related roles are on the horizon. But finding a way to power them remains a challenge. Now scientists have built a flexible nanogenerator...
Creating ‘greener’ wrinkle-resistant cotton fabric
Ironing is a tedious chore, but wearing crumpled clothing is unprofessional. That’s why “wrinkle-resistant” garments have become so popular. But the current methods for making these textiles often release formaldehyde...
Making liver tissue in the lab for transplants and drug screening
Engineered liver tissue could have a range of important uses, from transplants in patients suffering from the organ’s failure to pharmaceutical testing. Now scientists report in ACS’ journal Analytical Chemistry the development...
Toxins related to 'red tides' found in home aquarium
Many shore residents and beach-goers are already familiar with the health risks of "red tide," algal blooms along coastlines that can trigger respiratory illness and other effects in people who inhale the toxins the algae release...
What DuPont’s deep R&D cuts mean for science
During the last century, private companies, as well as illustrious universities, were known for great exploratory research. But those days may soon be a memory if DuPont’s recent layoffs are any indication, according to an article in...
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2016 Drug Design and Delivery Symposium
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2 - 3 p.m. ET
Join ACS Webinars®, the ACS Division of Medicinal Chemistry, and the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists for a new symposium for 2016. Next year’s webinar series has been divided into different modules in order to provide three short, comprehensive perspectives on the drug design and delivery process including the importance of time, thinking beyond traditional small molecules and revisiting pharmacology.
Toolkits on Global Challenges/Research Funding
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ACS Video of the Month
Nerding out on Star Wars Science
Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens hits movie screens this week with edge-of-your-seat action scenes and, of course, lots of lightsabers. Reactions explores the science behind the Star Wars franchise.
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C&EN Video Spotlight
The Four New Elements & How We Got Them
Speaking of Chemistry explains all the fuss about the periodic table's four new elements — and why they're not buying into it.
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