Dogs have many jobs but one you may not expect is identifying grapevines with a destructive and highly contagious fungus called powdery mildew. Researchers are analyzing volatile chemicals emanating from grape leaves infected by powdery mildew, with the goal of improving training for vineyard canines. The researchers will present their results at ACS Spring 2025.

GLP-1 receptor agonists are peptide-based drugs used for managing diabetes and for weight loss, but these treatments have had shortages recently. Now, through a process called in vivo antibody painting, researchers have attached GLP-1 receptor agonists to antibodies through a reaction that happens inside the body, increasing the drug’s stability. In animal models, a single dose works better and lasts longer than currently administered dosages. The researchers will present their results at ACS Spring 2025.