The latest from c2w international
Chemistry box
A chemistry box for children seems like a perfect gift. But when Sjoerd Rijpkema got one himself, he was met with an unpleasant surprise.
Protecting crops with sugar molecules
How can we ensure that pesticides used in agriculture are both effective and safe? Ghent-based start-up B-COS hopes to provide part of the solution with chitooligosaccharides, which are produced by bacteria. These carbohydrate-like substances act as a vaccine, boosting the plant’s immune system.
Should you quit your PhD?
‘Should I quit my PhD?’ is a question many doctoral students face but few dare to voice. In her column, Isabelle Kohler explores why this decision feels so taboo, reflects on her own moments of doubts as a PhD student, and offers practical support for anyone wrestling with this question.
Exploring Academia with Isabelle
Should you quit your PhD?
Exploring what’s next: 10 tips for early-career researchers shaping their career path
Will you become a researcher or an AI user?
Dealing with a disability in academia
Committing to committees: strategic move or waste of time?
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‘Cross-cutting conferences are a great way to broaden your horizon’
ECC10 in Antwerp: Looking ahead
Analysing the Night Watch with top-notch chemistry
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Environmentally Friendly Additives in Cement and Plasterboard
Additives in cement and plaster ensure strong, water-resistant materials, but they are often expensive and harmful to the environment. PhD candidate Annet Baken discovered how such substances influence the nanoscale crystal formation of building minerals, thereby slowing down the hardening process.
‘Cross-cutting conferences are a great way to broaden your horizon’
Looking ahead to ECC10 in Antwerp, C2W International had a quick chat with plenary speaker Kim Jelfs, professor of Computational Materials Chemistry at Imperial College London.
A thousand times better with microfluidic protein identification platform
Structural biologists from Vrije Universiteit Brussel have presented a new microfluidic platform called MISO to Nature Methods. This reduces the necessary protein purification by up to a factor of one thousand.
New Bachelor’s degree in Green Chemistry in Emmen
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences has launched a new Bachelor’s degree in Green Chemistry to train eco-conscious chemists.
The Antwerp renaissance of the plastics sector
Newcomer Vioneo plans to produce plastics from green methanol on a large scale in Antwerp. The strict environmental regulations in Europe are actually an advantage. ‘It supports our business case.’
An Evening of Chemistry
Sjoerd Rijpkema loves the Avond van de Chemie (Evening of Chemistry). Not necessarily for the brilliant contributions, but for the delightful awkwardness.
Proteomics for Forensics
DNA analysis of bodily fluids found at a crime scene can be invaluable in solving cases. But what if the results are inconclusive? According to research from the Netherlands Forensic Institute, proteomics could help when you need extra information.
Philosophy
Sjoerd Rijpkema doesn’t quite understand the exceedingly detailed questions that PhD candidates get during their defense ceremony. However, he recently came across a PhD defense with a markedly different approach.
Engineered sampling systems ensure perfect product protection
Developing a fit-for-purpose bioprocess film
Pioneering Sensor Technology Helps Solve Biopharma Challenges
Cytiva launches first formulation system to enable end-to-end clinical and commercial manufacturing of lipid nanoparticle medicines
HOF Freeze-Thaw Unit Pharma – Next Generation
Single-Use Technology in Biopharma: Advancing Process Efficiency with Hamilton’s Innovative Range of Single-Use Sensors
Increasing process efficiency with X-platform bioreactors by Cytiva
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Photo Chemistry
Lipids control lethal launch
New method for controlled crystal growth
Deep-sea worm is little miss Sunshine
Gripping the green
Nasty nematodes
Stress-resistant algae
Stem cell switch
S(tea)ping against metals
Protective bubbles
Tiny tin
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