Welcome to the School of Chemistry news page, featuring the latest awards, achievements and acknowledgements attributed to academics, postgraduates and undergraduates.
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- Researchers working on the Faraday Institution ReLiB (Recycling and Reuse of Li-ion Batteries) project have completed the installation of new battery testing and storage facilities at the University of Birmingham.
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- 03/03/2021
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- Researchers in the UK and the US have succeeded in 'fine tuning' a new thermoplastic biomaterial, enabling the rate at which it degrades in the body and its mechanical properties to be controlled independently
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- 19/01/2021
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- oSTEM has something exciting to announce… STEM, LGBTQ & You 2021 is on its way! Put Friday 19 February in the diary and be sure to register!
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- 11/01/2021
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- A new COVID-19 test that reduces testing time from 30 minutes to less than five and delivers accurate results has been developed by researchers at the University of Birmingham.
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- 05/01/2021
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- Plastic- Free UoB have had a fantastic first year and made great stride this autumn term. With a shining new logo and an expanded committee, the team set out to tackle plastic-waste head-on.
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- 18/12/2020
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- Although it has been a tough and challenging year, the Black, Ethnic and Minority Scientists Society have worked hard to plan engaging virtual events and help new support students. Foday Kamara tells us more.
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- 18/12/2020
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- It's been an exceptionally busy term and like everyone the Society has had to adapt to the changing environment of COVID-19. They've have moved everything online, had more speakers and collaborated more than ever before!
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- 18/12/2020
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- It has been a challenging year for all of us. However, for the Women in Tech Society it has meant a new beginning as they only formed in April, and it's been quite a journey. Valeria Popescu tells us how they've grown.
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- 17/12/2020
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- Although this past year has been very difficult, Birmingham Energy Society continue to grow their impact: they've just launched a campaign to reduce energy consumption in student accommodation! BES will not be stopped!
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- 16/12/2020
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- This semester has been quite different for oSTEM, as I'm sure it has been for many, but that hasn't slowed them down! Their Chair Claire tells us more.
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- 16/12/2020
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