Wednesday, January 4, 2012
National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network REU Opportunity for Summer
The Chemistry Department recently received a mailing describing the NNIN REU Program. A poster is hanging on Prof. Abdella's bulletin board in the hall. There are approximately 80 positions at 14 major universities spanning areas in chemistry, biology, physics and engineering. Click this blog title to read more!
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
MN Green Chemistry Conference 2012
Minnesota Green Chemistry 2012: Strategies for Growth
January 26, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
January 26, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Humphrey Center, University of Minnesota
Register today at: www.greenchemistrymn.org
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION EXTENDED THROUGH JANUARY 6, 2012
This conference will explore how we can reap the benefits of green chemistry by promoting a healthy business environment for green chemistry here in Minnesota.
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Paul Anastas is the Assistant Administrator for the Office of Research and Development and Science Advisor to the EPA. Known as the “Father of Green Chemistry” for his groundbreaking research use of minimally-toxic, environmentally-friendly chemicals.
Dr. Patrick Gruber is the Chief Executive Officer of Gevo and has served as a director of the company since 2007. In 2008, he was awarded the George Washington Carver Award which recognizes significant contributions in the field of industrial biotechnology.
- Product Improvement through Green Chemistry
- Green Product Value Chain
- Minnesota Grown to Minnesota Made - the Promise of Bio-Industrial Processing
- Growing Green Chemistry in Minnesota
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