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Public Release: 11-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionRevealing the scientific secrets of why people can't stop after eating one potato chip The scientific secrets underpinning that awful reality about potato chips -- eat one and you're apt to scarf 'em all down -- began coming out of the bag today in research presented at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. The meeting, which news media have termed "The World Series of Science," features almost 12,000 presentations on new discoveries and other topics. It continues here through today. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 11-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionA molecular 'superglue' based on flesh-eating bacteria In a classic case of turning an enemy into a friend, scientists have engineered a protein from flesh-eating bacteria to act as a molecular "superglue" that promises to become a disease fighter. And their latest results, which make the technology more versatile, were the topic of a report here today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 10-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionOvercoming a major barrier to medical and other uses of 'microrockets' and 'micromotors' An advance in micromotor technology akin to the invention of cars that fuel themselves from the pavement or air is opening the door to new medical and industrial uses for these tiny devices, scientists said here today. Their update on development of the motors -- so small that thousands would fit inside this "o" -- was part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, in New Orleans. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 10-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionSafety reflector technology from footwear getting new life in detecting bioterror threats Microscopic versions of the reflectors on sneakers and bicycle fenders that help ensure the safety of runners and bikers at night are moving toward another role in detecting bioterrorism threats and diagnosing everyday and emerging infectious diseases, scientists said today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society in New Orleans. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 10-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionMajor symposium on arsenic contamination in food and water supplies After virtually eliminating arsenic as a useful tool for homicide, science now faces challenges in doing the same for natural sources of this fabled old "inheritance powder" that contaminates water supplies and food, threatening more than 35 million people worldwide. This was the topic of one talk at a far-ranging symposium on arsenic here today during the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 10-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionGUMBOS technology promises new drugs, electronic devices Mention a breakthrough involving "gumbo" technology, and people think of a new twist on the local dish, the stew that's the quintessence of southern Louisiana cooking. But scientific presentations at a meeting of the world's largest scientific society are focusing on what may be an advance in developing GUMBOS-based materials with far-reaching medical, electronic and other uses. Scientists reported on the materials at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 10-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionRevealing hidden artwork with airport security full-body-scanner technology In the latest achievement in efforts to see what may lie underneath the surface of great works of art, scientists today described the first use of an imaging technology like that used in airport whole-body security scanners to detect the face of an ancient Roman man hidden below the surface of a wall painting in the Louvre in a report here today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 9-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionSpring rains bring life to Midwest granaries but foster Gulf of Mexico 'Dead Zone' The Gulf of Mexico's "Dead Zone," an area where pollutants make it impossible for many fish and crustaceans to live, is getting bigger and more barren every year, according to an expert. She explained the severe human impact on the Mississippi River, its delta and the Gulf here today as part of a symposium on water at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 9-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNew evidence that natural substances in green coffee beans help control blood sugar levels Scientists today described evidence that a natural substance extracted from unroasted coffee beans can help control the elevated blood sugar levels and body weight that underpin type 2 diabetes. Their presentation on chlorogenic acids -- widely available as a dietary supplement -- was part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, being held here this week. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 9-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionA new vision for educating tomorrow's scientists Fundamental changes are needed in the education of the scientists whose work impacts medicine, drug discovery, development of sustainable new fuels and other global challenges society is facing in the 21st century. Those changes in graduate education in chemistry are the topic of a special symposium here today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 9-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNew evidence that egg white protein may help high blood pressure Scientists reported new evidence today that a substance in egg whites -- already popular among health-conscious consumers as a substitute for whole eggs concerned about cholesterol in the yolk -- may have another beneficial effect in reducing blood pressure. Their study was part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, which continues here through Thursday. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 9-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & Exposition'Chemistry of the Bar' symposium focuses on New Orleans' Hurricane Cocktail and more The scientific secrets of alcoholic beverages in New Orleans and other venues will get a thorough shaking and stirring in a symposium titled "The Chemistry of the Bar" today during the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 8-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNatural soil bacteria pump new life into exhausted oil wells Technology that enlists natural soil bacteria as 21st century roughnecks now is commercially available and poised to recover precious oil remaining in thousands of exhausted oil wells, according to a scientist who spoke here today. His report on a process termed microbially enhanced oil recovery was part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, being held in New Orleans. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 8-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNew approach to testing health, environmental effects of nanoparticles Earlier efforts to determine the health and environmental effects of the nanoparticles that are finding use in consumer products may have produced misleading results by embracing traditional toxicology tests that do not take into account the unique properties of nanomaterials. That was among the observations presented in New Orleans today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, by an emerging leader in nanoscience research. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 8-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionPopulation boom poses interconnected challenges of energy, food, water Mention great challenges in feeding a soaring world population, and thoughts turn to providing a bare subsistence diet for poverty-stricken people in developing countries. But an expert speaking here today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, today described a parallel and often-overlooked challenge of feeding a larger middle class. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 8-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNew 'transient electronics' disappear when no longer needed Scientists today described key advances they have made toward practical uses of a new genre of tiny, biocompatible electronic devices that could be implanted into the body to relieve pain or battle infection for a specific period of time, and then dissolve harmlessly. These "transient electronics," described here at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society, could have other uses, including consumer electronics. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 8-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionUnderstanding climate science: A scientist's responsibility to communicate with the public With global climate change and the prospect of another record-hot summer on the minds of millions of people, experts have gathered here today to encourage scientists to take a more active role in communicating the topic to the public, policy makers and others. The symposium, "Understanding Climate Science: A Scientist's Responsibility," is part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 7-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNobel laureates and their research teams at American Chemical Society meeting At least nine Nobel laureates have research that will be presented here this week during the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Research from the laureates' teams will be among almost 12,000 presentations during the event, expected to attract more than 14,000 scientists and others. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 7-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionReady for debut: Fruit-juice-infused chocolate with 50 percent less fat Already renowned as a healthy treat when enjoyed in moderation, chocolate could become even more salubrious if manufacturers embraced new technology for making "fruit-juice-infused chocolate," a scientist said here today. The presentation was part of the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, being held in New Orleans. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 7-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionWidely used filtering material adds arsenic to beers The mystery of how arsenic levels in beer sold in Germany could be higher than in the water or other ingredients used to brew the beer has been solved, scientists announced here today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. The meeting, which features almost 12,000 reports and other presentations, continues through Thursday. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 7-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionReducing waste of food: A key element in feeding billions more people Families can be key players in a revolution needed to feed the world, and could save money by helping cut food losses now occurring from field to fork to trash bin, an expert said here today. He described that often-invisible waste in food and the challenges of feeding a global population of 10 billion in a keynote talk at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society, the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 7-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionCommunicating the science of the '6X°C egg' -- and much more Why does the "65-degree egg" and its "6X°C" counterparts continue to entice chefs and diners at chic restaurants, when the science underpinning that supposed recipe for perfection in boiling an egg is flawed? It all boils down to the need for greater society-wide understanding of basic scientific concepts, an expert said here today at the 245th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society in New Orleans. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 9-Apr-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionAmerican Chemical Society's highest honor goes to pioneer of 'Lego-like' molecules Peter J. Stang, Ph.D., distinguished professor of chemistry at the University of Utah and editor of the Journal of the American Chemical Society, has been named winner of the 2013 Priestley Medal by the American Chemical Society. It is the highest honor from the world's largest scientific society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 3-Jan-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionPress registration opens for 2013 meeting of world's largest scientific society Journalists may now apply for press credentials for the American Chemical Society’s 245th National Meeting & Exposition. One of the largest scientific conferences of the New Year will be held April 7-11, 2013, in New Orleans, La. Contact: Michael Bernstein
Public Release: 3-Jan-2013
American Chemical Society's 245th National Meeting & ExpositionNanoparticle researcher will inaugurate prestigious 'emerging leaders' lecture series A noted researcher in nanomedicine -- preventing, diagnosing and treating disease with particles so small that thousands fit across the width of a human hair -- will deliver the inaugural presentation in "The Kavli Foundation Emerging Leader in Chemistry Lecture" at the next National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Contact: Michael Bernstein
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