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Acct of the NSF Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology: nanotech, sustainability, & life in science. (Opinions our own, etc.) No longer active. https://susnano.wisc.edu
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sustainablenano.bsky.social
We extended the deadline for this #SciComm survey to this FRIDAY, Nov 21! Please share your experiences of scicomm/outreach in chem grad school (even if grad school was a long time ago).
#chemsky
sustainablenano.bsky.social Sustainable Nano @sustainablenano.bsky.social · Jul 17
Excited to share a new survey being conducted by CSN graduate student @abbypigeon.bsky.social looking at how participating in science communication and outreach during graduate school affects post-graduate outlooks: umn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
A recruiting flyer for a research study. Title: Effects of science communication and outreach in graduate school on post-graduate outlooks. Description: We are looking for participants for a study exploring how involvement in science communication and outreach during graduate school affects post-graduate career experiences! Participation in this research is open to anyone who has completed a PhD in chemistry or intends to complete one within the next year, regardless of whether you participated in science communication or outreach activities during graduate school. Eligibility: Either completed a PhD program in chemistry or a closely related field from a US academic institution or intends to complete one within the next year, 18+ years old. QR code for participation, contact info for questions, and logos for the University of Minnesota, the National Science Foundation, and the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology.
November 19, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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chemjobber.bsky.social
The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 99 tenure-track positions and 11 teaching-only positions:
docs.google.com/spreadsheets... #chemsky #chemjobs #facultychemjobs ⚗️🧪
The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List
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August 26, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Don’t miss your chance to join us at our Faraday Discussion on high-entropy alloy nanostructures to discuss the latest research and current challenges in the field.

Registration closes 1 September. Book your place now: https://rsc.li/4oIel3x

#ChemSky #FD_Alloys
High-entropy alloy nanostructures: from theory to application - register by 1 September
August 26, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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nsf-ccas.bsky.social
In our inaugural #askccas video, postdoctoral fellow Emily Wearing interviews PhD student Blake Day about why chemistry is important to him.

Have a question for C-CAS? Let us know!

#nsf #chemistry #computerscience #ccas #interview #chemsky
August 26, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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craigofwaffles.bsky.social
The #Braille periodic table is such a cool project. #chemistry #ACSFall2025 #accessibility
A wooden periodic table has nubs added to it on Braille lettering A helium periodic table block made of wood and including Braille text
August 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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whysharksmatter.bsky.social
Hey everybody! @drjuliawester.bsky.social and I have a new paper!

We surveyed over 800 scientists, science communicators, and science educators who use social media.

Conclusion: Scientists no longer find Twitter useful or pleasant, and many have switched to Bluesky! 🧪🌎🦑

doi.org/10.1093/icb/...
Scientists no Longer Find Twitter Professionally Useful, and have Switched to Bluesky
Synopsis. Social media has become widely used by the scientific community for a variety of professional uses, including networking and public outreach. For
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August 19, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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nsf-ccas.bsky.social
Introducing #SURFsnapshots, a collection of photos of our summer undergraduate research fellows.

Check back in early fall for information about applying to be part of the SURF cohort for 2026!

#chemistry #computerscience #ccas #nsf #summerresearch #undergraduateresearch
August 19, 2025 at 7:56 PM
sustainablenano.bsky.social
Only 2 weeks left to participate in this survey about sci comm & outreach during chem grad school! Scan QR code in the flyer or go to umn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... to tell us about your experience
sustainablenano.bsky.social Sustainable Nano @sustainablenano.bsky.social · Jul 17
Excited to share a new survey being conducted by CSN graduate student @abbypigeon.bsky.social looking at how participating in science communication and outreach during graduate school affects post-graduate outlooks: umn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
A recruiting flyer for a research study. Title: Effects of science communication and outreach in graduate school on post-graduate outlooks. Description: We are looking for participants for a study exploring how involvement in science communication and outreach during graduate school affects post-graduate career experiences! Participation in this research is open to anyone who has completed a PhD in chemistry or intends to complete one within the next year, regardless of whether you participated in science communication or outreach activities during graduate school. Eligibility: Either completed a PhD program in chemistry or a closely related field from a US academic institution or intends to complete one within the next year, 18+ years old. QR code for participation, contact info for questions, and logos for the University of Minnesota, the National Science Foundation, and the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology.
August 18, 2025 at 4:04 PM
sustainablenano.bsky.social
Congrats and welcome to the newest Center for Chemical Innovation! The NSF Center for Single-Entity Nanochemistry and Nanocrystal Design (CSENND), directed by @saraskrabalak.bsky.social w 11 faculty collaborators
news.iu.edu/live/news/28...
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IU to lead NSF-funded center focused on transforming nanocrystal research
A team of researchers led by IU chemist Sara Skrabalak has been awarded a $1.8 million grant to advance nanocrystal design and discovery.
news.iu.edu
August 15, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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A federal judge in California wants NSF to explain why its decision to freeze 300 grants to scientists at UCLA isn’t a violation of her earlier ruling in another case that such blanket grant terminations are probably illegal. scim.ag/4fnlgei
Has NSF defied a court order by suspending 300 UCLA grants?
Federal judge to hear arguments relating to preliminary injunction to restore funding for other UC grants
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August 6, 2025 at 2:11 PM
sustainablenano.bsky.social
#BlackInChemWeek agenda! Image shows daily activities for Aug 11-15, for more details visit blackinchem.org
August 7, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Scientists!

@skypeascientist.bsky.social matches scientists with classrooms, libraries, & more for virtual Q&As! It's easy and fun!

We are looking for 750 more volunteers by 8/15

If you're down to chat with 1-5 classrooms this semester, sign up here
www.skypeascientist.com/sign-up.html
a canva graphic that says "How it works Step 1: Go to SkypeAScientist.com Step 2: Click “Sign Up” then “Scientist Sign Up Form” Step 3: Tell us about yourself Step 4: Get matched with a classroom Step 5: Connect with the teacher Step 6: Make a kid’s day isn't that great? @SkypeAScientist"
August 7, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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beyondbenign.bsky.social
Bring #GreenChemistry to your K-12 classroom. 🌱🧪 Beyond Benign’s "Observe, Wonder, Think" webinar series shares actionable approaches to safer, more equitable science education. Watch six recordings and explore supporting resources on the #GCTLC: buff.ly/OdtHBvo
6 Conversations to Help You Bring Sustainable Science Into Your K-12 Classroom - Beyond Benign
The K-12 teaching community is a powerhouse. By bringing green chemistry into primary and secondary classrooms, teachers can spark student engagement, create safer learning environments, and inspire…
www.beyondbenign.org
July 31, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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adalovelaceday.bsky.social
Lin Lanying was an engineer and physicist who developed semiconductor and aerospace materials, particularly monocrystalline silicon, a key semiconductor used as a component in virtually all modern electronic equipment.
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Dr Lin Lanying, Materials Engineer
Dr Lin Lanying was an engineer and physicist who contributed to the development of semiconductor and aerospace materials, particularly silicon.
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July 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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clancylab.bsky.social
Do love nanomaterials? Do you tolerate LinkedIn? Consider following the RSC Nanoscience Group (link below) to stay up to date with events, awards!

#Chemsky #Nanosky
LinkedIn Login, Sign in | LinkedIn
Login to LinkedIn to keep in touch with people you know, share ideas, and build your career.
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July 29, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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nsf-ccas.bsky.social
Another addition of #ccastrivia!
www.youtube.com/shorts/36Ujj...
C-CAS Trivia (Team 2) #ccas #chemistry #nsf #trivia
YouTube video by Center for Computer-Assisted Synthesis
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July 29, 2025 at 3:25 PM
sustainablenano.bsky.social
Excited to share a new survey being conducted by CSN graduate student @abbypigeon.bsky.social looking at how participating in science communication and outreach during graduate school affects post-graduate outlooks: umn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
A recruiting flyer for a research study. Title: Effects of science communication and outreach in graduate school on post-graduate outlooks. Description: We are looking for participants for a study exploring how involvement in science communication and outreach during graduate school affects post-graduate career experiences! Participation in this research is open to anyone who has completed a PhD in chemistry or intends to complete one within the next year, regardless of whether you participated in science communication or outreach activities during graduate school. Eligibility: Either completed a PhD program in chemistry or a closely related field from a US academic institution or intends to complete one within the next year, 18+ years old. QR code for participation, contact info for questions, and logos for the University of Minnesota, the National Science Foundation, and the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology.
July 17, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Breaking news: A Senate spending panel today offered a glimmer of hope to the more than 1600 scientists who had their grants terminated earlier this year by the National Science Foundation. scim.ag/46ctgwj
Senate panel raises hopes that NSF will restore killed grants
Republicans promise to work with Democrats to salvage defeated amendment
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July 17, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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A motivating quote from @carolynbertozzi.bskyverified.social:
“…You are discovering knowledge and gifting that to humanity for all of posterity. Once you learn something no one can take that away. It is not an object. It is an intellectual currency that will be shared throughout the generations…”
A personal message from 2022 chemistry laureate Carolyn Bertozzi to all young researchers on why to aspire to a career in science: ”I would want to share with them how a life in science is incredibly rewarding. It is rewarding because it is creative. You are discovering knowledge and gifting that to humanity for all of posterity. Once you learn something no one can take that away. It is not an object. It is an intellectual currency that will be shared throughout the generations. And you created that. It has a permanence that ironically a physical object doesn’t have. You can paint a painting, but eventually it will fade. But knowledge doesn’t fade. Knowledge stays with us forever and it becomes the foundation for the next generations.”
July 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM
sustainablenano.bsky.social
New blog post! Celebrating Pride in STEM for 2025: sustainable-nano.com/2025/06/27/c...
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Celebrating Pride in STEM for 2025
I feel a mix of celebration, sadness, and defiance as I sit down to write about Pride Month here on the Sustainable Nano blog. Given the current administration’s attacks on people with various marg…
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June 27, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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ezeitler.bsky.social
Are you a grad student or early-career STEM professional interested in experiencing careers in #sciencepolicy? Apply for the 2026 #MirzayanFellowship @nationalacademies.org in #DC Mar 2–May 22! I was a fellow & am happy to answer ?'s via DM! Apply by Aug 20, 2025: mirzayanfellow.nas.edu 💡🔌🧪#chemsky
June 25, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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rsc-cnn.bsky.social
Each week the RSC-CNN committee selects a great new nanoscience paper — this week highlighting deep learning for particle tracking. Authors developed Colloidoscope: a robust tool that improves tracking in dense colloidal suspensions, even under low-contrast, photobleached imaging conditions.
June 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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pwk2024.bsky.social
Opportunity in fragment-based computational design at Lilly (Bracknell UK) ref: R-86733 #FBD #FBLD #FBDD #cheminformatics #CompChem #UKChemJobs #ChemJobs #chemsky 🧪
careers.lilly.com/us/en/job/R-...
Advisor - Fragment-based Computational Design in Bracknell, United Kingdom | Research & Development at Lilly
Apply for Advisor - Fragment-based Computational Design job with Lilly in Bracknell, United Kingdom. Research & Development at Lilly
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June 23, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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This month we highlight a score of Black astronomers trying to pursue their ambitions without fear, and Black In Astro, an organization supporting predominantly early-career Black people working in the space sciences. Editorial: www.nature.com/articles/s41... #BlackSpaceWeek #EquityInSTEM 🔭
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June 20, 2025 at 4:37 PM