Bath Chemistry

Published this morning: a paper describing the journey from basic research to an implantable, FDA-approved glucose monitor functioning for a year: the Eversense CGM. This is the first device that monitors the concentration of an organic analyte in the human body. It can be a model for others to come. A tip of the hat to co-author Tony James and to Juyoung Yoon who carried out the research in my lab 35 years ago, to Mark Mortellaro, and Virginie Dujols, who work(ed) at Senseonics, Incorporated, to Tim Goodnow, CEO of Senseonics, and to Carolyn Anderson, PhD at Grant Foundry LLC for truly professional work in bringing this paper to fruition. Without Carolyn this paper would not exist.

#JobAlert: There is still time to apply for the role of Coordinator for the CDT in Sustainable Chemical Technologies. You will play a pivotal role in the coordination, recruitment, event organisation, and ongoing development of the CSCT, and provide administrative and financial support for the Centre's activities. 📅 Deadline: Sunday 17 November 2024 👉 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/egbaNUMm

Together with Christian Nijhuis, we are looking for a highly motivated PhD Candidate with background in Synthetic Chemistry at the University of Twente in the Department of Molecules and Materials - more details: https://lnkd.in/eKfEcXxc

Come be my colleague, we've got a great department!

Scientists at the Universities of Bath and Cambridge, working with commercial partner Lambda agri, have developed a spray coating for #greenhouses that could help UK #farmers produce more #crops using the same or less energy. The spray coating optimises the wavelength of light shining onto the plants, improving their growth and yield. The technology could in the future help extend the growing seasons in less sunny countries like the UK in a more sustainable way. Professor Petra Cameron, from the Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change (ISCC), said: “The way our coating works is similar to when you go to a night club and your gin and tonic drink glows under the UV light – the quinine chemical in the tonic water is absorbing the UV and re-emitting it as visible light. “Our coating contains molecules that absorb UV light from the sun and converts around 80-90% of it into red light, making photosynthesis more efficient, meaning we can grow more with less light. In field trials we’ve seen a nine per cent increase in crop yield when growing basil in treated greenhouses. “This means our technology could in the future be used to extend the growing seasons for produce and use less artificial light to get the same results, saving money and reducing the associated carbon emissions. “There is even some evidence that suggests it improves the taste by raising the sugar content in the fruit,” she concluded. 👉 Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eWTHXQPS #fruitgrowing #UKfarming #research #sustainability #greentech, University of Bath, University of Cambridge, Monica Saavedra, Matthew G. Davidson, Lorraine Whitmarsh MBE, Stephen Allen, Christina Demski, Francesca Guiso Gallisai

We have an exciting #compchem #PhD position available at the University of Bath. More info at: https://lnkd.in/g7yvqVzX #PhDposition #chemjobs #machinelearning

Professor Tony James, Deputy Head of the Department of Chemistry, has been listed as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher for the third year running. He is just one of three UK chemists to make this year's prestigious list. Each year, an in-house team at the INSTITUTE FOR SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION, INC. identifies individual researchers in the sciences and social scientists who have demonstrated significant and broad influence in their field. Professor James is recognised for his broad, interdisciplinary approach to research, with an underpinning focus on the development of fluorescent molecules. His research interests include chiral recognition, saccharide recognition, anion recognition, imaging agents, probes for redox imbalance and theranostic systems. The impact of his work on these topics has been seen in a diverse range of areas, including water security, biomass utilization, and the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Particular diseases of interest that this research has targeted include those associated with aging, such as diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and many different forms of cancer. Speaking on his inclusion on the list, Professor James said: “I am delighted to be listed as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher and am indebted to PhD and Postdoctoral researchers from my group at Bath, as well as outstanding collaborators from around the world. Without them, this accolade would not be possible." "I would also like to thank the supportive research environment provided in the Department of Chemistry at Bath which is essential for the development of impactful research."

Universities and innovation centres are essential drivers of #research and #innovation in sustainable chemicals and materials. That’s why iCAST (Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies) is proud to support the new UK Alliance for Sustainable Chemicals and Materials, launching today. Sustainable #chemicals and #materials are foundational to building a resilient society. With the formation of this Alliance, we have an unprecedented opportunity to positively shape the UK’s economic future, safeguard the environment, and strengthen our communities. 👇 Watch this video for a glimpse of the research at the University of Bath, iCAST and the Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change, where academia and industry unite to catalyse the R&D needed to accelerate the transition to a fossil-free future. #scm2024 #ukascm #fossilfree #sustainableinnovation #greenchemistry #futureofmaterials #netzero #cleantech Bath Chemistry, University of Bath Faculty of Science, The Royal Society, ScotChem, Biome Bioplastics Limited, Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre, The Sustainable Chemicals and Materials Manufacturing Hub (SCHEMA), BBNet Phase II NIBB, Green Alliance, Innovate UK, UKRI CircularChem, Royal Society of Chemistry, BBIA, CPI , Matthew G. Davidson, Francesca Guiso Gallisai, charlotte williams, Zakir Hossain, Dr Ben Groombridge, Ryan Kerr, Philip Yang, Greg Sulley, Strachan McCormick, PhD, Gemma Fereday-Trott, Xiang Ding, Vlad Jarkov, Matilde Concilio, Jon Husband

#JobAlert: Do you have expertise in quantitative sustainability assessment - namely, life cycle assessment (LCA); material flow analysis (MFA); using methods in both research and commercial environments; collecting primary data from stakeholders? Join us! We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Research Fellow to join our world-class, multidisciplinary team at Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change. You will be expected to establish and pursue an independent programme of research within the theme of #sustainable #systems. As a Research Fellow, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the following core objectives of the Institute, by helping to: ★ Establish a collegiate research culture, with a thriving, inclusive and connected research environment. ★ Foster inter-disciplinary groups to establish cross-theme working. ★ Lead engagement with a wide range of stakeholders relevant to the Institute’s work and representing the Institute at events. 📌 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e_H4Uu3u 🗓️ Deadline: Friday 22 November 2024 #sustainablesystems #lca #lifecycleassessment #materialflowanalysis #job #jobopportunity #research #researchfellow Matthew G. Davidson, Lorraine Whitmarsh MBE, Stephen Allen, Christina Demski, Francesca Guiso Gallisai, Jess David, Sarah Grant, University of Bath

New Release! 🎉 👉Imaging Tools for Chemical Biology Edited by Lei Feng and Tony James 🔗https://bit.ly/4hvOUyU 🔍This book provides a comprehensive overview of multimodal and combined techniques used for imaging applications in Chemical Biology, including afterglow luminescence imaging, chemiluminescence imaging, delayed fluorescence imaging, AIE fluorescence imaging, and many more techniques. As well as providing in-depth detail on the application of these techniques, the advantages and disadvantages of each are also discussed. 📚The book also covers the use of chemical probes for tagging biomolecules and therapeutic applications. The current state of the art in biological imaging and future directions for the field are also discussed and evaluated. 🧑🔬Ideal for researchers new to the area, as well as experienced chemists interested in developing probes and biologists interested in utilising probes in their research. #ChemicalBiology #imagingtechniques #imagingtools #chemicalprobes #biologicalimaging