ChEnected News

The 2023 AIChE Annual Meeting and Annual Student Conference in Orlando will include enhanced security and inclusion measures. See updates in this letter from CEO & Executive Director Darlene Schuster.

Looking ahead to June Wispelwey’s departure in 2022, a thank you for 13 years of leadership, accomplishments, and growth.

June Wispelwey announces her departure in 2022.

This issue, take a look at reducing area electrical classification through upgraded ventilation, get the information you need for pressure-relief system design, get tips for managing ammonia in wastewater, and much more.    

CEP unveils a new, easy-to-read digital format as well as a beautifully redesigned print edition. 

Tired of a constant stream of negative news? Find relief here, with a news feed of positive stories about what chemical engineers are doing to fight COVID-19. 

Learn about the many ways we've adapted to continue providing the many services and resources you need to remain productive, whether you're an engineering professional, academic, or student. 

Want to keep up with what other chemical and biological engineers are discussing, or keep up on what other students are talking about? Join in the conversation at AIChE's Engage.  

Check out the 2020 slate of candidates for the AIChE Board. Interested in running or nominating someone? It's not too late to be added as a petition candidate. 

Learn what resources AIChE is providing its community as we face COVID-19 together.  

Can you donate supplies to help  fight COVID-19, or manufacture protective equipment, such as masks? Help us get supplies to where they're needed.  

How many badges have you earned through AIChE Engage and Institute activities?

President Monty M. Alger shares thoughts and plans for AIChE's future, and asks for your input on ways AIChE can do even more.

See highlights of AIChE's 2018 accomplishments and read about AIChE's new strategic plan.

AIChE enters 2019 strong and with goals for building an even stronger association. Hear more from AIChE President Kimberly Ogden.

A message of support to the community affected by Irma from AIChE's Executive Director, June Wispelwey.

Have you voted yet? Polls close on October 2 at 11:59pm for AIChE's 2017 Board Election. Review candidate bios and statements and place your vote online.

Vote now!

Have you voted yet? Polls now open for AIChE's election for the 2019 Board of Directors. Review candidate bios and statements and place your vote online.

Vote now!

AIChE and member volunteers from the Northern California (NorCal) Local Section will take part in one of the U.S.'s largest K-12 outreach events, when AIChE hosts an exhibi

Takara Scott says that when other kids wanted to play with Barbies and watch Power Rangers, she wanted to play with a microscope and watch science documentaries.

Welcome to 2014's fourth edition of the Latest News. This newsletter is brought to you by the YPC News Team and is meant to give you the latest and greatest news and information from around the organization.

This year, three $400 travel awards for the 2014 AIChE Annual Student Conference in Atlanta will be given to qualifying undergraduate students. Learn more details here and apply.

Chemical engineers have developed a new ultra-sensitive, low-cost and portable system for detecting mercury in environmental water.

Summer may mean vacations, but it also means career advancement and learning! Check out what's going on this summer at AIChE conferences and workshops.

Newly developed liquid crystals that can be manipulated by external magnetic fields may open the door for the next generation of device displays and more.

Sharp unveiled a small solar cell prototype that relies on exotic physics to double current solar cell efficiency.

Take part in the Virtual Local Section meeting this evening and meet 2014 AIChE President Otis Shelton!

MIT senior Michelle Teplensky will pursue a PhD in chemical engineering and biotechnology while at Cambridge.

Networking is a great way to build your resume and professional contacts, and you can use it to develop leadership opportunities.

Membership just got better, with a new wide range of discounts on products and services.

Researchers have successfully created retinal cells that could ultimately be used to treat conditions such as macular degeneration.

The development of new "mixed-matrix membrane" systems can benefit our soldiers on the chemical warfare battlefield.

To wrap up this year's Chem-E-Car coverage, three great video interviews with the University of New Haven; University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez; and University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

This year's AIChE’s 2013 Awards Gala was held yesterday evening at The Plaza in New York City, with the theme of "Recognizing Excellence in Engineering Ethics.”

Get a firsthand glimpse at what it takes to win Chem-E-Car 2013.

AIChE’s Annual Student Conference welcomed 31 teams from the United States and around the globe to compete in the Chem-E-Car Competition at the Annual Student Conference.

The Awards Ceremony for the 2013 Student Conference acknowledges notable achievements of AIChE student members.

One chemical engineer looks back at his family's history to realize he comes from a line of chemical engineers and AIChE members.

Useful links for San Francisco and a guide to social media coverage.

This month, CEP features lithium-ion batteries, looking at battery basics, their many uses, and much more.

New high-efficiency carbon capture begins long-term trial at Nebraska coal-fired power plant.

This month, CEP takes a close look at guidelines for protective clothing, financial indicators that can help you keep your project on track for success, hazardous-material treatment and much more.

Maersk Oil is offering a free online game called Quest for Oil, where players plan and manage global oil exploration, hoping to attract brainy college students.

Be the first to post a question for candidates on ChEnected and win a VLS coffee mug!

Can playing an online game actually change the debate on energy? Siemens thinks so. Learn more here and get a peek at the new game.

Our biannual survey looked at retirement benefits and health care insurance for chemical engineers. How does your experience measure up to that of other chemical engineers?

We have all heard reports that there is a high demand for chemical engineers, but as is usually the case, the headlines don't always match individuals' experiences. See what other chemical engineers have to say about employment prospects.

For thin-film mega-company First Solar, the two-year crisis caused by the solar module supply glut may be almost over. The largest manufacturer of solar panels in the United States surprised silicon valley by announcing that it will buy startup TetraSun, which makes high-capacity silicon solar cells.

Dr. Greg Stephanopoulos from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and chair of the Society for Biological Engineering (SBE), has been awarded the 2013 John Fritz Medal from the American Association of Engineering Societies.

The 2013 AIChE Spring Meeting & 9th Global Congress in San Antonio, Texas, began on Sunday, April 28th with a joint opening reception. See pictures from the reception here.