Naff Symposium Brings Renowned Chemistry Experts to UK
The University of Kentucky's annual Naff Symposium will host three leading chemistry experts on Friday, April 25, at UK's William T. Young Library auditorium.
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UK's Chris Richards Awarded Human Frontier Science Program Research Grant
Chris Richards, assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry, received a Human Frontier Science Program research grant for a project focused on understanding complex biological processes.
Mercury Rising: David Atwood
Chemistry professor David Atwood's compound and patents have far-reaching benefits.
Doubling Up
The University of Kentucky Chemistry department is excited to welcome two new faculty members, Professors Kenneth Graham and Peter Kekenes-Huskey, to the Bluegrass this summer.
Positive Potential: Valerie Sarge
Through Paul Laurence Dunbar High School's Math, Science, and Technology Center, high school senior Valerie Sarge is acquiring an impressive set of research skills before she even begins college. Valerie has been working with chemistry professor John Anthony at UK's Center for Applied Energy Research, and is looking at how agricultural byproducts might be able to be used in flexible, low-cost electronics.
Chemistry Learning Center Devoted to Student Success
Students in introductory-level chemistry courses at the University of Kentucky now have a resource focused on their success.
The General Chemistry Learning Center at UK provides introductory assistance to any student taking the courses, including Chemistry 105, with its inaccurate reputation for being a difficult class that "weeds out" students. Lisa Blue, the center's coordinator, says students need to know that help is available.
Butterfield's Research Garners International Recognition
Allan Butterfield describes his current project as "one of the most intellectually stimulating projects I've ever worked on."
Chemist Allan Butterfield Awarded Alkmeon International Prize for Alzheimer's Research
Butterfield is being awarded the Alkmeon International Prize for his contribution to research on Alzheimer's Disease in Rome on April 3rd.
Bonding with the Digital Commons: An Interview with Kim Woodrum
Study chemistry and get college-ready with the University of Kentucky’s new course Advanced Chemistry, a free, online Coursera course open to the public.
Acclaimed Chemist, Novelist and Playwright Carl Djerassi to Visit UK
Known for his work in organic chemistry and as a father of insect and human birth control, Djerassi will take part in several events being held Feb. 13-15, at the University of Kentucky.