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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · 23d

Our group had a great time at the 39th #ECIS and #UK #Colloids #conference in #Bristol last week. It was great to listen to many inspiring talks, catch up with colleagues and meet new ones. Really a lovely week of science, working hard... and partying hard too!

Particle Microfluidics Group at 39th European Colloid and Interface Society / UK Colloids meeting in Bristol.

guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Jun 2

It was a great day at the 7th meeting of the UCL Cross-disciplinary Network on Soft Materials. Very much enjoyed giving a keynote talk and hearing excellent research talks and poster presentations on biology, chemistry, materials science and engineering.

Diego López Barreiro @dlopezbarreiro.bsky.social · Jun 2

Last Friday we celebrated the 7th meeting of the UCL Cross-disciplinary Network on Soft Materials. It was great to see so many researchers across the university presenting their work on such a wide range of topics.

guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Jun 2

and many thanks to the organisers @dlopezbarreiro.bsky.social and Sabrina Simoncelli !

guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Apr 24

Well done Adnan Chakra (lead author) and the whole team: Christina Puijk, Goran Vladisavljevic, Cecile Cottin-Bizonne and Christophe Pirat

guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Apr 24

New paper out in JCIS 🚀
Check out how surface conduction in #microfluidics #diffusiophoresis enables passive and continuous separation of #nanoparticles with identical chemistry but different surface charge group concentrations

@uclchemistry.bsky.social

www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Apr 22

PhD students, don't miss out!

Abstract sub #deadline for #IOP Advanced #School in #Liquids and Complex #Fluids (9-12 June, London) has been extended!

Key dates:
Abstract sub by 30 Apr
Reg by 2 May

More info 👉 iop.eventsair.com/aslcf25/

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Nanoscale Journals @nanoscale-journals.rsc.org · Apr 8

Meet Henry Chu #NewPrincipalInvestigator recently published in #NanoscaleAdvances. His advice for those starting their own research groups: "work on things you are passionate about" ! Read more here: blogs.rsc.org/nr/2025/04/0...

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Mar 17

#Workshop #speakers
Prof Lorna Dougan (@universityofleeds.bsky.social)
Prof David Harbottle (@universityofleeds.bsky.social)
Prof Panagiota Angeli (@ucl.ac.uk)

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Mar 17

The scientific #programme features a fantastic lineup of expert #speakers!!

#Keynote #speaker
Prof Bernie Binks (@uniofhull.bsky.social)

#Workshop #speakers
Prof Nigel Clarke (@sheffielduni.bsky.social)
Dr Lorenzo Di Michele (@uniofcam.bsky.social)

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Mar 17

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#Registrations are now open for the IOP Advanced #School in #Liquids and Complex #Fluids (9-12 June, London)

Key Dates:
Abstract sub by 15 Apr
Registration by 2 May

Scientific programme and info: iop.eventsair.com/aslcf25/

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · Feb 11

🌟 Today, we celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 🔬
To all the incredible women and girls breaking barriers, and inspiring the next generation - thank you for your brilliance and perseverance💡
Hear about Clemence's inspiring journey at UCL: bit.ly/4jTWp3x
#WomenInScience

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Feb 2

home sweet Rome 😀! Enjoy it!

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Claudia Contini @continiclau.bsky.social · Jan 24

🚨Three weeks left to apply for this #fullyfunded #PhDopportunity in my group! 🚨
Are you an UK-Home student interest in #SyntheticCells science?
We are looking for you!

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social @imperiallifesci.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social

Claudia Contini @continiclau.bsky.social · Dec 17

Please Share! 🚨 #FullyFunded #PhDopportunity for UK-home student 🚨

🔬Are you interested in designing dynamic synthetic cells that mimic essential life-like functions?

Join my group at @imperialsci.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social ! #cellmimicry #FindAPhD

findaphd.com/phds/project/e…

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Michael Booth @drmikebooth.bsky.social · Jan 15

~1.5 weeks left till the deadline for my two Engineering Biology/Synthetic Biology PhD positions!

Please share 🙏 #chemsky 🧪

Michael Booth @drmikebooth.bsky.social · Dec 2

TWO PhD opportunities to join my group on the new CDT in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance!

Synthetic cells and DNA nanotechnology 🧬🦠🧑‍🔬
- Project details below

Open Day 18th December 11 am

Application Deadline 26th January 2025

#chemsky 🧪
www.findaphd.com/phds/program...

FindAPhD : 10 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships at the EPSRC and BBSCR Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance at University College London

Apply for a PhD: 10 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships at the EPSRC and BBSCR Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance at University College London

www.findaphd.com

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Jan 10

Still time to apply for this #PhD project to join my group and @drmikebooth.bsky.social group at @uclchemistry.bsky.social.

Project is part of #CDT in #Engineering Solutions for #Antimicrobial #Resistance.

App #Deadline: 26th Jan
CDT #OpenDay: 14th Jan on Zoom

Further info 👉 shorturl.at/tmfBK

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Jan 8

Very glad to join the Early Career Advisory Board of #Langmuir! Look forward to collaborating with the board members and the @amerchemsociety.bsky.social journal editorial team!

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Claudia Contini @continiclau.bsky.social · Dec 18

Please RT📢 #Fullyfunded #PhD opportunity for #International Student 📢

Are you interested in designing #SyntheticCells with life-like functions? Join my group to explore how condensates interact with polymeric membranes to induce dynamic behaviours.

www.imperial.ac.uk/jobs/search-...

Description

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities ment...

www.imperial.ac.uk

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Dec 13

Next #IOP Advanced School in #Liquids and Complex #Fluids will take place in London, UK from 9-12 June 2025.

The scientific programme features a fantastic lineup of speakers!! iop.eventsair.com/aslcf25/spea...

For abstract submission and registration iop.eventsair.com/aslcf25/

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Dec 6

Thanks!

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Dec 5

#Phd project available to join my group and @drmikebooth.bsky.social group at @uclchemistry.bsky.social on the #CDT in #Engineering Solutions for #Antimicrobial #Resistance to work on electrokinetic and nucleic acid technology for lateral flow assays (shorturl.at/mCozh)

App Deadline: 26/01/25

Particle Microfluidics Group Now Recruiting

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guidobolognesi.bsky.social @guidobolognesi.bsky.social · Dec 5

The #Particle #Microfluidics #Group at @uclchemistry.bsky.social is now on Bluesky!
www.particlemicrofluidics.com/ucl

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Michael Booth @drmikebooth.bsky.social · Dec 2

TWO PhD opportunities to join my group on the new CDT in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance!

Synthetic cells and DNA nanotechnology 🧬🦠🧑‍🔬
- Project details below

Open Day 18th December 11 am

Application Deadline 26th January 2025

#chemsky 🧪
www.findaphd.com/phds/program...

FindAPhD : 10 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships at the EPSRC and BBSCR Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance at University College London

Apply for a PhD: 10 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships at the EPSRC and BBSCR Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Solutions for Antimicrobial Resistance at University College London

www.findaphd.com

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Michael Booth @drmikebooth.bsky.social · Dec 2

Project 2 (with Guido Bolognesi): Multiplexed lateral flow assay devices for early diagnosis of urinary tract infections in the community

Here we will develop DNA nanotech amplification methods with electrokinetic effects to create lateral flow tests for UTIs

www.ucl.ac.uk/london-nano/...

Diagnostics and Surveillance

The Diagnostics and Surveillance theme of the CDT will focus on the development and testing of rapid diagnostic tests, digital health and improved surveillance systems

www.ucl.ac.uk

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