The presentation will address the challenges associated with human space exploration and discuss the assets needed to accomplish the Human Mars Mission, the risks, mitigation strategies and the...
The fundamental laws of physics and chemistry have not changed. They form the building blocks for the work we do as engineers. Because these laws have not changed, the hazards we face in our...
With nuclear fuels for electricity production as one proposed solution to reduce global dependence on fossil fuels, there is a pressing need for means of waste remediation and decontamination. New...
Decision Making can be challenging for Research Projects. Research Projects face a lot of uncertainty and low probability of success. Several methods of managing Research Projects have been utilized...
Understanding history equips engineers with valuable insights to more effectively design and plan for the energy and other technological transitions of tomorrow. This webinar is an abbreviated...
One of the ongoing challenges in conducting monthly safety training is making the lessons learned relevant and engaging for every attendee, from accounting clerks to shift supervisors. After several...
Annual Virtual Local Section (VLS) Holiday Social and Year-End Review Join the VLS for our cherished Annual Holiday Social, an event that blends community engagement with a reflection on our...
A rapid transition to low carbon energy has numerous practical challenges due to massive and rapid changes. However, many important challenges are being overlooked or dismissed, which could...
Join us for our annual student internship/co-op competition where chemical engineering students share their experience, practice presentation skills, and win great awards! During this presentation,...
This webinar provides an overview of the chemistry and history of natural and synthetic sources of inorganic and organic blue pigments through the ages highlighting pigments with interesting back-...
This webinar explored how the concepts of industrial decarbonization and circularity are connected in the context of the modern chemical industry. The RAPID Manufacturing Institute, a public/private...
One of the more interesting recent discoveries has been the ability to design nano/microparticles, including molecules, which catalytically harness the chemical energy in their environment to move...
On November 13, 2020, a graphite heat exchanger cracked during maintenance activities, releasing gaseous hydrogen chloride (HCl) at the Wacker Polysilicon North America facility in Charleston,...
This webinar starts from the basics of wind energy and wind turbine design, then looks at the important features of onshore and offshore wind farms and wind energy in grid systems. Abstract: The...
Recently, there are more projections for electric vehicles, wind and solar, a stronger grid, and the mandates at many levels of government to implement these resources. Unfortunately, some of the...
Stephanie Schlea will give an overview of the federal efforts to address PFAS contamination with a focus on EPA’s upcoming national primary drinking water regulation for six PFAS. Insights will be...
Join us for our annual student internship/co-op competition where chemical engineering students share their experience, practice presentation skills, and win great awards! During this presentation,...
Large language models (LLMs) are beginning a new era of chemistry, where LLMs can connect and reason about experiments, tools, and databases to accomplish open-ended tasks in chemistry. This is...
Learn how to commercialize your innovative ideas from Christina Lomansney, a physicist with a deep background in materials science and electrochemistry.
As the process industries reassess their operations, most process units, trains, and sites that have been or will be idled can still be assets rather than liabilities. They are an opportunity to take...
In 2021, the LA City Council passed a motion instructing LADWP to develop a plan for achieving 100% carbon free energy by 2035. In order to provide reliable, carbon free electricity for a city with...
Engineering Ethics: Challenges for Innovation and Society Presented by Sujata K. Bhatia How do engineering innovations change the nature of humanity and life on Earth? How can engineers prepare...
Toxics Use Reduction Planning Helps Companies Stay Ahead Presented by Pam Eliason Large quantity users of toxic chemicals in Massachusetts are required not only to report on associated annual...
An online atmospheric radiation model is introduced and used to explain the technical details of the mechanism for global warming. Fundamental principles of the global energy balance, radiant energy...
Description: Numerous chemical absorbents and solid adsorbents are being developed for improved performance and reduced costs to capture CO 2 from power plant flue gases or industrial plant effluents...
