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New approach targets and degrades RNA to tackle COVID-19

First author Sigitas Mikutis, courtesy Hazemi and Bindu

Researchers here have developed a system that directly targets and degrades viral RNA, which can be adapted to fight many viruses including that which causes COVID-19.


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'Intelligent' membranes have memories

Artist's view of intelligent membranes with memory effects, courtesy R.Nair

Researchers have made 'intelligent' membranes whose 'memory' can be used in areas like drug delivery, water purification, sensors and memory devices.


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Black Women in Science Network brunch

The Black Women in Science Network brunch. Nathan Pitt, University of Cambridge.

PhD student Tomi Akingbade alongside Juliana Eniraiyetan organised a networking brunch for black women in science from all across the UK and it was a huge success.


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Super-sized nanocage could deliver bigger drug cargoes

Professor Jonathan Nitschke, courtesy Chemistry Photography

Think about how frustrating it is to try to fit a gift into a box that is too small. Sometimes you just need a bigger box.


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T cells use their ‘fingers’ to poke holes in toxic cells

Professor Sir David Klenerman, courtesy Chemistry Photography

Researchers here have discovered how T cells detect danger by using their ‘fingers’ to poke holes in suspect cells.


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Lab Technicians needed

Technicians often help with Dr Peter Wothers' Open Day lectures, courtesy Chemistry Photography

We are looking for a Chemistry Research Lab Technician or Trainee Sernior Research Lab Technician - apply by 16 April!


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New investment for battery degradation research

Professor Dame Clare Grey has a leading role in the research, courtesy Chemistry Photography

Professor Dame Clare Grey of this department will take a leading role in a new £29 million funding commitment to UK battery research.


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The joy of discovery

Ben Feringa, Sally Boss, John Hopkins and Jeremy Sanders with photo of Alex, courtesy Chemistry photography

This year’s Alex Hopkins memorial lecture was given by Nobel Laureate Professor Ben Feringa.


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Photosynthesis 'hack' could lead to new ways of generating renewable energy

Illustration of cells and electrons during photosynthesis, illustrated by Robin Horton

An in-depth study of photosynthesis could lead to new ways of generating clean fuel and renewable energy.


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Alex Rafaniello takes over our Twitter account

Twitter takeover banner. University of Cambridge.

Third year PhD student Alex Rafaniello, a founding member of the Queer in Chemistry Network, took over our Twitter account @ChemCambridge on 16 March 2023.


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Designer antibodies

Dr Pietro Sormanni (left) and Dr Xing Xu in the lab taken by Nathan Pitt, ©University of Cambridge

Bespoke antibodies designed and tested in the lab are a promising tool to speed up drug design.


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Chemistry Open Day 18 March 2023

Slime pond at Chemistry Open Day, courtesy @Cambridge Photography

After a three-year absence, the Chemistry Open Day makes a welcome return on Saturday 18 March.


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Stephanie Smith receives Pilkington Prize

Dr Stephanie Smith, taken by Nathan Pitt ©University of Cambridge

Congratulations to Dr Stephanie Smith who received the Pilkington Prize in recognition of her excellence in teaching.


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Where are they now?

Dr Victoria Steadman. Sai Life.

Introducing Dr Victoria Steadman and Dr Teagan Stockdale, two alumni from the Paterson group and where they are today.


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Dr Olga Kennard OBE FRS, 1924-2023

Dr Olga Kennard giving opening remarks at the CCDC's CSD 50th celebration

It is with sadness that we announce the death of Dr Olga Kennard, founder of the Cambridge Structural Database and Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre.