September 2020 CEP Preview
. by Cynthia Mascone
This month, understand how digital transformations are affecting plants and refineries, get an intro to blockchain technology, and more.
Molecular, Cellular, & Tissue Engineering
Chemistry Shorts Video: Rewriting Life
. by Sonja Bradfield
This short video provides teachers with a way to introduce school students to CRISPR-Cas9. Also see the accompanying downloadable lesson plan.
Tejal Desai on Designing Micro- and Nanoscale Systems
. by Expedito Segovia
Sytems that interact with cell and tissue barriers in the body are being developed to improve therapeutic delivery and promote healing.
Cato Laurencin on the Regenerative Engineering Society
. by Hailey Murphy
Learn how numerous fields are coming together in pursuit of regenerative engineering solutions, and understand the field's special challenges.
Is Synthetic Biology Having a Moment?
. by Douglas B. Clark
Suddenly, synthetic biology is being discussed a lot beyond the walls of academia and the pages of scientific journals. Today, it abounds in the mainstream press.
A Better Burger
. by Sean Liu
Join us for a detailed look into meat alternatives for a healthier environment.
Meet the "Rock Stars" of Regenerative Engineering
Students have a unique opportunity to hear from major leaders in the fast-growing and interdisciplinary world of regenerative engineering.
Matthew Realff on Advanced Manufacturing and Processing [Interview]
. by Evan Flach
A conversation with editor-in-chief Matthew Realff looks at the role of chemical engineers in advanced manufacturing and processing, and at the expansion of this exciting area.
Julie A. Champion, Georgia Tech: The Future of Chemical Engineering
. by Clare McCabe
As part of our celebration of AIChE's 110th year, Julie Champion, associate professor at Georgia Tech, shares her predictions for chemical engineering's next 25 years.
Rafiqul Gani, PSE for SPEED: The Future of Chemical Engineering
. by Clare McCabe
During AIChE’s centennial year of 2008, AIChE interviewed Dr. Gani about his vision for the future of chemical engineering.
Peter T. Cummings, Vanderbilt University: The Future of Chemical Engineering
This series looks at the future of chemical engineering, revisiting past predictions for the profession and pairing them with current predictions for the next 25 years.
May 2018 CEP Preview
. by Cynthia Mascone
This month, brush up on the essentials of continuous evaporation, learn new uses for hydrofoil impellers, enjoy the special section on translational medicine, and more.
Printing Tech Recreates Biological Structures with Cells and Molecules
. by Douglas B. Clark
Technique allows for the observation of how cells and molecules react in their natural environment, presenting possibilities for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications.
Innovations that Hold Promise for a Better Future
. by ChEnected Guest
A host of innovations across a wide range of areas show potential for a brighter future. Read more about them here.
Gene Editing Eliminates HIV-1 Infection in Vivo
. by Douglas B. Clark
New technique seeks to eliminate latent reservoirs of the virus in the body.
Interview with Cato T. Laurencin about Regenerative Engineering
. by Amro Tambal
The RE Society Journal interviewed Cato T. Laurencin, M.D., Ph.D. to discuss the field of regenerative engineering.
David Breslauer from Bolt Threads on Next-Generation Fibers
We caught up with David Breslauer, PhD, of Bolt Threads. David is the chief scientific officer and co-founder of Bolt Threads, a young company that is working to create next-generati
Human Skin Successfully Created on 3D Printer
. by Douglas B. Clark
Researchers at Spain's Carlos III University of Madrid unveiled a 3D bioprinter prototype that creates fully functional human skin.
Latest Issue of of BioTM Devoted to Smart and Precision Medications
. by Douglas B. Clark
This special issue focuses on smart and precision medications, presenting novel work aimed at a wide range of medical applications, from diabetes treatments, cancer therapy, tissue engineering, drug delivery, and more.
Interview: JoAnn Lighty Discusses NSF & ChemE Opportunities
. by John Vasko
JoAnn Lighty is currently the Division Director for Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental,
New Journal Focuses on Chemical and Biological Engineering in Health Care
. by Douglas B. Clark
The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and its Society for Biological Engineering (SBE), in partnership with John Wiley and Sons, will launch a new quarterly, peer-reviewed, online, o
Polymer Nanotubes that Resemble Nerve Structures
. by Douglas B. Clark
Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have created linkages of polymer nanotubes that resemble the structure of a nerve and are capable of transmitting electrical impulses.
Modified Molecule Rivals Sea Creature's Abilities for Wet Adhesion
. by Douglas B. Clark
Researchers at the University of California Santa Barbara have modified a small molecule to create strong wet adhesive properties. Inspired by the chemical composition of mussel foot proteins,
Synthetic Membranes that Grow Like Living Cells
. by Douglas B. Clark
This week, a group of chemists and biologists working at the University of California San Diego announced that they have designed and synthesized an artificial cell membrane capable of sustaining c
Robots Help Assemble Anti-Microbial Compounds
. by Douglas B. Clark
Just last week we wrote about antibiotic resistance and new rapid testing, and this week
Chemical Engineers' Technology Shows Promise for Treating Cancer and HIV
. by Douglas B. Clark
SQZ Biotech, a company founded by a group of MIT chemical engineers, thinks it may have a very good solution to help battle diseases such as cancer and HIV.
Discovery Expected to Advance Heart Tissue Regeneration
. by Douglas B. Clark
Researchers at the University of Houston have made a discovery that is expected to improve techniques for heart tissue regeneration.
