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FSU researcher join $50M Department of Energy consortium to create powerful sodium-ion batteries for electric vehicles
A Florida State University chemist is part of a nationwide research team confronting these issues through a major U.S. Department of Energy consortium created to help reduce reliance on critical elements — chemical elements that are in high demand for various industries and are in limited supply.
FSU Chemists Advance Biotherapeutics With Innovative Imaging Research
New research from the Florida State University Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry shows that a particular type of monoclonal antibody known as NISTmAb retains its structure even if the sugar molecules attached to it are changed.
Dr. Schurko’s Research is Highlighted in Spectrum Magazine
Chemist Rob Schurko embraces uncertainty and reaps the rewards in research and in life. In 2019, Dr. Schurko accepted a position as a professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and director of the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Facility at the FSU-headquartered National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.
FSU scientists develop high-impact materials for optoelectronic technologies
FSU researchers are developing new more cost-effective and environmentally friendly hybrid materials known as organic metal halides for use in X-ray machines, computers, cell phones and televisions.
Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida names two FSU professors Rising Stars
The Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida (ASEMFL) has named two FSU faculty members part of its 2024 class of “Rising Stars” and they were recognized at the organization’s annual meeting on Nov. 1-2 in Orlando.
FSU chemist awarded Department of Energy grant to study platinum group elements
FSU chemist will use a three-year, $1.185 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to study platinum group elements at the molecular level in order to identify more affordable and abundant alternatives.
Lori Henley selected as FSU’s Max Carraway Employee of the Year
President Richard McCullough selected Henley, who serves as a graduate program coordinator in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, for the annual award that since 2008 has acknowledged outstanding employees whose contributions and excellent service extend across campus.
New FSU research shows statistical analysis can detect when ChatGPT is used to cheat on multiple-choice chemistry exams
A Florida State University chemist is half of a research partnership whose latest work is changing what we know about this type of cheating, and their findings have revealed how the use of ChatGPT to cheat on general chemistry multiple-choice exams can be detected through specific statistical methods.
FSU researchers show potential of new treatment for pediatric brain cancer
Florida State University researchers are giving oncologists another tool in their fight against pediatric brain cancer by enhancing natural killer immune cells to improve their ability to attack cancer cells.
New Active Learning Efforts in STEM/General Chemistry are Highlighted in FSU Spectrum Magazine
Professors across biology, chemistry, mathematics, and other departments are transitioning gateway courses away from traditional lecture-style format to an evidence-based active learning structure that includes strategies like small-group work and interactive lessons.