Christopher M. Kozak inspires the next Generation of Chemists at Memorial University
Learn how Kozak fosters a sense of community through his love of teaching chemistry.
Read More >>Chemical from shellfish could help keep avocados fresh
Nearly 60% of food is lost or wasted each year, and short-lived fruits and vegetables are a big part of that. Researchers at the University of Guelph are testing a new kind of edible coating to see if it can extend the shelf life of that most fickle of fruits: avocados.
Read More >>Améliorer des nanomachines, un bris à la fois
Imaginez si briser un objet contribuait à le rendre meilleur. Des chercheurs de l’Université de Montréal détaillent ce mécanisme contre-intuitif découvert dans de minuscules structures biologiques.
Read More >>Nutrition as the new space race: food for thought.
Omega-3 is essential for mental sharpness, but it spoils easily. That’s why researchers are coming up with new ways of encapsulating omega-3 fatty acids so astronauts can stay focused during long space flights.
Read More >>What makes Québec-grown truffles unique
Often referred to as the diamonds of the culinary world, truffles are prized for their pungent flavour and aroma. Now a group of Université Laval chemists is hoping to elevate the profile of a Québec-grown species.
Read More >>Une super colle inspirée de la moule bleue
CHEMISTRY FOR SOCIETY
Mais comment les moules arrivent-elle à s’accrocher si fermement à leur rocher, même sous l'eau ? Des chercheurs ont percé le mystère, ce qui ouvre des perspectives dans les milieux médical et industriel.
Read More >>Simplifying the sweet science of chocolate making
CHEMISTRY FOR SOCIETY
Little-known fact: the things we like about chocolate – its creamy smooth texture and how it melts in our mouths – are thanks to the crystal structure of cocoa butter. Now University of Guelph researchers have found a way to create that perfect crystal structure while simplifying the fussy tempering process.
Read More >>LOGIC 2021 – Be the catalyst for change
CHEMISTRY FOR SOCIETY
Leaders Overcoming Great Inequalities in Chemical Sciences (LOGIC) is an annual retreat organized by CWIC and typically occurs 2-3 days before the Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition (CCCE). Find out more about the 2021 event.
Read More >>Secret ingredient in cosmetics a cause for concern say chemists
CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH
Sought after for their ability to repel water, grease, and oil, PFAS are a class of more than 4700 synthetic compounds used since the 1950s. One application poorly studied in North America is PFAS in cosmetics. A new study now shows just how much they contain.
Read More >>Science and government: what the House of Commons’ new standing committee might (and might not) achieve
CHEMISTRY FOR SOCIETY
When former Minister of Science Kirsty Duncan put forward a motion to create the Committee in May, she spoke of the importance of parliamentarians gaining a better understanding of science and research.
Read More >>Putting a virus-busting air filter to the test
CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH
Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are working on an air filter to destroy viruses like the one that causes COVID-19. The idea is to capture airborne water droplets after someone coughs or sneezes, and to render viruses inside the droplets harmless by oxidizing them.
Read More >>A new Kraken wakes to provide virtual, AI-calculated organic compounds
CHEMISTRY FOR SOCIETY
An international collaboration used machine-learning to create an open-access virtual catalogue of some 300,000 organic compounds, opening doors for a range of future applications from materials to drugs. The project,...
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