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UChicago chemists invent way to customize compounds just a few atoms thick
Changing the chemistry of a compound is difficult by itself, but modifying materials only a few atoms thick is its own challenge. A group of University of Chicago scientists announced an innovative method to tailor the surface groups of a class of compounds known as...
UChicago to partner on transformative QuSTEAM quantum education initiative
A group of scientists from five universities across the Midwest, including the University of Chicago, will lead an effort to redesign quantum science education—working with industry and national laboratories to develop a diverse, capable and effective quantum...
Prof. Juan de Pablo appointed Vice President for National Laboratories, Science Strategy, Innovation and Global Initiatives
Prof. Juan de Pablo has been appointed Vice President for National Laboratories, Science Strategy, Innovation and Global Initiatives at the University of Chicago, effective immediately. In his new role, de Pablo—currently the Vice President for National Laboratories,...
Events
Particle Physics Might Just Save Your Life : Practical Medical Applications Enabled by Fundamental Scientific Research at Fermilab
October 16, 2020
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
This talk will present a few practical medical applications that have been enabled by fundamental scientific research at Fermilab.
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Adapting Signal Recovery Algorithms for Accurate and Efficient Reaction Rate Calculations
October 28, 2020
Argonne National Laboratory
While widely successful, conventional TST is relatively simplistic and can lead to inaccurate rates for many classes of reactions. Alternative, more accurate rate theories such as variational transition state theory (VTST) are well established but incur exceptionally high computational costs, which limits their widespread use. Our goal is to lower these costs, thereby enhancing the reliability of rate predictions, by adapting algorithms typically used in signal processing and information recovery.
Dealing with COVID-19 in Theory and Practice
October 29, 2020
University of Chicago
The extraordinary impact of COVID-19 requires equally extraordinary measures, which are the focus of this workshop. Four major themes will be represented: Public Health Challenges, The Role of Data Science, Measuring and Managing Economic Impact, and The Path Forward. One unique aspect of this workshop is the breadth of participants, bringing together stakeholders from the most relevant communities, including biomedical experts, epidemiologists, public health officials, economists, business professionals, and bioethicists. One of the key objectives of this workshop is to encourage collaboration across disciplines that have practical impact in the near term.
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