Appearing in Science Magazine, the Autschbach Lab publishes a collaborative study on a first-of-its-kind molecule: Berkelocene. This compound is the first ever instance of a berkelium-carbon chemical bond observed in nature. Read the news story by Theresa Duque and Tom Dinki.
Prof. Janet Morrow has been elected to the 2025 Board of Trustees of the World Molecular Imaging Society (WMIS). Janet will help to lead focus groups and influence research directions in the development of chemical imaging probes. Read more at WMIS.
Prof. Chris Li named to the 2025 class of Cottrell Scholars. The Cottrell Scholar program honors and helps to develop outstanding teacher-scholars who are recognized by their scientific communities for the quality and innovation of their research programs and their potential for academic leadership. Read the story in this UBNow article.
UB Chemistry professor Dr. Jason Benedict directs the 11 annual US Crystal Growing competition with crystals arriving from across the globe and judged by members of our community. Check out pictures and quotes in the story from UB news!
The toxic and environmental effects of “forever chemicals” (PFAS) may be remedied by an “unseen hero”. The Aga lab has discovered bacteria that can break down PFAS compounds and may provide the methods for environmentally-friendly breakdown of these otherwise persistent molecules. Read more in this UBNow article.