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Solving the Nanobubble Paradox

May
2021
Researchers at the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland are claiming to have found a solution to the nanobubble paradox.

Researchers Create the World’s Smallest Walking Robot

May
2021
In partnership with the U.S. Army, Cornell Univ. researchers are designing foldable robots on the nanoscale.

Inexpensive, Luminescent Assay Measures COVID-19 Immunity

May
2021
At the Univ. of Toronto, researchers are using a novel technique to measure immunity to COVID-19 with just one pinprick of blood.

Converting Polyethylene into Sustainable, Water-Wicking Fabrics

May
2021
At MIT, researchers are working to create a clean, green polyethylene fabric that takes advantage of the plastic’s resistance to dyes and stains.
Inexpensive, Luminescent Assay Measures COVID-19 Immunity; Researchers Make Milestone Discovery in Stem Cell Technology; Converting Polyethylene into Sustainable, Water-Wicking Fabrics; Solving the Nanobubble Paradox; Researchers Create the World’s Smallest Walking Robot; Updating the Artificial Chemist
May
2021

Racing boats: The science of surfactants

The present module deals with the analysis of surface tension, as it varies with two surfactants; liquid soap and detergent and with the increase of temperature. Therefore, first the experiment will be performed in water at room temperature and then in warm water. The experiment consists of moving a boat (of disposable plate material), by the action of the surfactant's force with the water molecule.

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Module Topics 

Engineering
Physics
Module details
TopicsEngineering, Physics
Best-suited audienceArray
Interactive?Yes
Approx. time requirement20 minutes
AIChE community affiliationEscuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral AIChE Student Chapter
Approx. # of volunteers4
Recommended audience size28

Audience best suited for module 

Third Grade to Fifth Grade (approximately ages 8-11)
Sixth Grade to Eighth Grade (approximately ages 11-14)
Ninth Grade to Twelfth Grade (approximately ages 14-18)

Is the module interactive ? (Can students actively participate) 

Yes

Approximate time that the module requires (minutes) 

20.00

AIChE Community Affiliation 

Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral AIChE Student Chapter

Approximate Budget 

$10

Approximate Number of Volunteers 

4

Recommended Audience Size 

28

Awards Received 

K-12 STEM Outreach Comp - 1st Place Undergrad
K-12 STEM Outreach Comp Top 3-5

James Collins on Using Synthetic Biology to Fight Pathogens

April 28, 2021
May 3, 2021

James Collins is one of the founders of the field of synthetic biology and will be speaking at the upcoming 2021 Synthetic Biology: Engineering, Evolution & Design (SEED) Conference.

Putting a Stop to Viruses!

Kids will learn about what viruses are, different types, and how chemical engineers and themselves can put a stop to viruses. They will be able to have a fun, interactive experiment that can be down at home with little to no mess!

Module Topics 

Engineering
Module details
TopicsEngineering
Best-suited audienceArray
Interactive?Yes
Approx. time requirement20 minutes
AIChE community affiliationIowa State University AIChE Student Chapter
Approx. # of volunteers2
Recommended audience sizeNo Limit

Audience best suited for module 

Kindergarten to Second Grade (approximately ages 5-8)
Third Grade to Fifth Grade (approximately ages 8-11)
Sixth Grade to Eighth Grade (approximately ages 11-14)

Is the module interactive ? (Can students actively participate) 

Yes

Approximate time that the module requires (minutes) 

20.00

AIChE Community Affiliation 

Iowa State University AIChE Student Chapter

Approximate Budget 

$10 USD

Approximate Number of Volunteers 

2

Recommended Audience Size 

No Limit

Awards Received 

2020 K-12 STEM Outreach Competition Top K-2

Detox your Digital Life

April 28, 2021
May 4, 2021

Need to find a way to spend more time away from work and your devices? Use these tips to set boundaries and create healthier habits.

Chemical Ventures Conference Sessions

Digital Technologies in the Chemical Industry Digital technologies are increasingly playing a larger role in the chemical industries and are laying the groundwork for future sustainability. This session discusses emerging trends in digital technologies and their practical application to...

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