Adedamola Opalade, a Missouri State alumnus, recently won the Golden Torch Award from the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). He received the award March 30 in Detroit, Michigan. “I was more encouraged and motivated after the award ceremony,” Opalade said. “The ceremony gave me an insight into how society values excellence, positive impact and … [Read more...] about MSU alumnus wins Graduate Student of the Year
Several chemistry students attended the 257th National American Chemical Society Meeting March 31-April 4 in Orlando, Florida. All eight of our students who attended also presented: Michael Bakker Jaclyn Becker Ben Boyd Molly Duszynski Allison Freese Koby Ljunggren Alec Neeson Megan Prado DNA and outstanding posters Ljunggren won an award. He … [Read more...] about Chemistry students are causing a reaction
Drs. Gary Meints and Reza Sedaghat-Herati, chemistry faculty, recently published a paper. In their paper, entitled, “New Insights into the Interactions of a DNA Oligonucleotide with mPEGylated-PAMAM by Circular Dichroism and Solution NMR,” they explore DNA. About the paper This research is part of an ongoing process to develop new materials, called dendrimers, for gene … [Read more...] about Chemistry professors research DNA
Dr. Melida Gutierrez, Dr. Richard Biagioni and graduate Miles Pearson conducted a study to determine the amount of bioavailable metals found in streams nearby Aurora, Missouri. Each researcher brought a different type of expertise to the table. This study was the thesis work of Pearson, a 2017 chemistry graduate. Gutierrez, professor of geography, geology and planning, … [Read more...] about How historic mine wastes affect Missouri’s environment
We are fortunate to have so many dedicated alumni on our advisory boards. On Oct. 19, several chemistry advisory board members participated in a “Careers in Chemistry” panel for students. Corrie Sifers, Mike Minor, Scott Workman, Drs. Matthew Harthcock and David Osborne participated. “Students were able to ask questions, get advice and interact with five working … [Read more...] about Preparing for the next step after college: Finding a job