chemistry

The Paul G. Allen Frontiers Group has named two UCI researchers as Allen Distinguished Investigators. Michelle Digman, associate professor of biomedical engineering, and Jennifer Prescher, professor of chemistry, were among 10 academic experts chosen this year to explore the relationship between metabolism and the human immune system. The UCI scientists were made co-principal investigators on […]

By using a synthetic genetic polymer, the UCI researcher overcomes prior limitations and lets you hold the world in the palm of your hand

Funds will support student learning and research in quantum science

Funds will support project to develop simplified methods for generating antibodies

With more people staying home, UCI-led research on health effects of indoor air quality takes on new urgency

Synthetic molecule binds to coronavirus enzyme, blocks key function

Gift will fund research institute devoted to quantum science

In this episode of the UCI Podcast Video Series, Rachel Martin, UCI professor of chemistry, discusses a project in her lab that centers on finding a way to block the ability of the coronavirus to make copies of itself once it’s inside the human body. Martin highlights that the project, which involves postdoctoral scholars, Ph.D. […]

UCI team aims to determine best do-it-yourself protective coverings, finding bandanas more or less useless

Scientists combine their diverse skills in collaborative effort to hobble COVID-19