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We start with a 1927 patent awarded to George Washington Carver, an agricultural chemist, for a locally-sourced Prussian blue. We learn a bit about Carver's life, education, and hobby of painting which may have led to the patent. We examine the patent in some detail, and then hear how it's been revived by a modern artist. Then we discuss other blue pigments throughout history, ending with the newest blue, an accidental discovery in a laboratory in 2009.Support the showSupport my podcast at https://www.patreon.com/thehistoryofchemistry Tell me how your life relates to chemistry! E-mail me at ...

Send us a textIn this episode, the team recaps a busy season of spring seminars across the country in partnership with CEM, Agilent, and other ICP Alley collaborators. From Santa Clara to Baton Rouge, our chemists share what they presented, what they learned, and the real-world questions they answered — from mercury washout and silicon rinsing to internal standard selection and leaching practices.They also reflect on what made these events so valuable: industry collaboration, hands-on instrument demos, and face-to-face connections with fellow chemists. Whether you attended or missed the tour...

Melissa and Jam discuss the multifaceted debate surrounding the use of the widely known weed killer, Roundup, specifically its active ingredient, glyphosate. Prompted by a listener's question, they explore the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of glyphosate, including its effectiveness in agriculture, potential health risks, and environmental impacts. They delve into scientific studies, regulatory concerns, and personal anecdotes to provide a comprehensive overview of this controversial herbicide. 00:00 Introduction to Weed Killers 01:34 Listener's Question on Glyphosate 03:24 Understanding ...

From glowing plastic stars on bedroom ceilings to quirky novelty items, most of us have encountered the magic of things that shine in the dark but what’s really behind the glow? Andrew and Taylor dive into the science of photoluminescence, breaking down the physics of how it works and the materials that make it possible. Join them as they explore the two main glow-in-the-dark methods—phosphorescence and fluorescence—and reveal what makes each one shine. This episode of the Materialism Podcast is sponsored by the American Ceramics Society. Check out the ACerS learning center with over 20+...

⏳Quantum Torah: Time's Flexibility in Jewish Law and Physics Rabbi Shlomo Ezagui's article, 'Quantum Torah: Time's Flexibility in Jewish Law and Physics,' explores the surprising parallels between ancient Jewish law and modern quantum mechanics, specifically concerning the concept of time's flexibility. The author highlights the Jewish legal principle of breira, or retroactive clarification, exemplified by the eruv techumin (a rabbinic mechanism allowing for extended travel on Shabbat). This legal concept suggests that a present need can retroactively determine a past intention, as if that ...

SUMMARY In recent years, new products, new techniques and new cooking styles have entered the market with force. And, at the same time, interest has grown in the relationship between nutrition, health and gastronomy. The sciences—biology, physics and chemistry— are the tools for understanding the entirety. Chemistry, in particular, describes what substances are responsible for color, smell and taste, and why they change in cooking. On the other hand, the chemical and biological structures of animal and plant cells and tissues explain the textures and their changes in the kitchen. In ...

This episode introduces emerging trends and innovative methodologies that promise to reshape drug discovery. The conversation dives into forward-looking ideas, paradigm shifts, and cutting-edge research highlighted in OPR&D studies. Al's role in finding new uses for drugs that we already have is discussed, especially how it can be efficient in the underfunded areas of neglected tropical diseases.The episode looks at how Pharma research generates vast amounts of data and the use of Al to manage it, pulling out useful insights. It details the use of Al and machine learning to handle messy data ...

Listen to the latest NPS update, email us the name of the 1000th drug detected by the EUDA and the 25th correct response will win a special edition Toxpod mug.Thanks for listening!You can send us a text message using this link!

As we enter the summer season, many of us will spend countless hours outdoors. We often discuss tick awareness and tick-borne illness, but one tick in particular is getting a lot of press these days. In case you needed another reason to be mindful of ticks, today we discuss Alpha-gal Syndrome. In today’s episode we explore the science behind alpha-gal syndrome – a rare and serious allergy to red meat and other mammal products triggered by a bite from the Lone Star Tick. Tune in to learn how to recognize symptoms and why this syndrome is spreading across many regions and many countries. ...

In this episode, Ecolink sits down with Anna Sampson, Executive Director of We Are Neutral, to talk through our journey toward carbon neutrality — what it really takes, what we've learned, and how your organization can do it too. We also break down the biggest myths around carbon offsets and share how to make a real, measurable climate impact without the greenwashing.Learn how to go carbon neutral the right way — and why it matters now more than ever.

In this episode of our Sustainability in Action podcast series, we spotlight the Performance Products team—winners of the Huntsman Corporation's 2024 CEO Award for Manufacturing Excellence—for their innovative project, “Turning Straw Into Gold: Recycling Ethyleneamine (EA) Lights" Responding to evolving market dynamics, the team reengineered operations at two Ethyleneamines (EA) plants to reduce production of lower-value products and increase output of more profitable, in-demand materials. By creatively repurposing existing equipment and optimizing processes, they achieved significant ...

Take a deep dive into the world of light curing units with Dr. Rolando Nuñez in Episode 27 of the Bonding and Beer dental podcast. Is your light curing unit up to par? Does your curing unit have a high enough milliwatt output? Get your curing light questions answered and learn more about beam profile, collimation, wavelength, and intensity.Visit our website! It's the perfect place to submit questions, suggestions, and learn more about the show: https://info.bisco.com/bonding-and-beer-landing Follow us on Instagram to stay updated with everything Bonding and Beer!Check out the video version of...

In our next episode, we’re joined by Jason Cole, a Senior Research Fellow at the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Center (CCDC). He shares his fascinating journey, starting from his childhood in Italy, where his love for science blossomed, all the way to his impressive career in computational chemistry and crystallography. We chat about what CCDC does in terms of gathering and sharing crystallographic data, the ups and downs of software development in this field, and why it’s so crucial to validate docking software. Jason also highlights the importance of data standards, the philanthropic ...

This episode offers listeners a chance to become more knowledgeable on how they can audit preparedness, by using internal audits. We will discuss corrective action processes and share strategies for ensuring ongoing quality improvement.Our goal is to help empower these organization with information on how to maintain compliance and risk management. The ultimate intention is to show how this can ensure that clinical operations stay strong, aligned with the most current cGCP regulations, transparent, and robust.This episode will use FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, and GMP, quality, and ...

This episode defines current Good Clinical Practices (cGCPs) and explores their pivotal role in safeguarding trial participants and ensuring the integrity of data. It delves into the ethical considerations inherent in clinical research, emphasizing the significance of informed consent as a cornerstone of ethical practice. The discussion also highlights the critical importance of meticulous protocol design in establishing a solid foundation for robust clinical research. Furthermore, the episode navigates through the key concepts and aims to simplify the understanding of CGCPs for a broader ...

This is a dive into ICH guidelines, specifically E6(R2), which is a corner stone of current Good Clinical Practices, that shapes cGCP worldwide. We discuss the reasoning behind harmonization efforts and the way these standards are influencing national regulations.This also discusses that ICH Guidelines, particularly the E6 R2 guideline, is about ensuring that clinical trials are conducted ethically. There is a focus on patient safety throughout every step. Practical implications for multinational trials and compliance strategies will be covered throughout this podcast episode.