Aquaporin is a protein found in cell membranes has unique properties of water transport. Efforts are underway at the National University of Singapore to better understand these proteins, and how to incorporate them into engineered structures.

Work is underway at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory to accomplish an extensive evaluation of both solid and liquid phase CO2 adsorption materials and systems.

The Young Professionals have a unique opportunity within AIChE to serve as an interface between the student groups and Professionals, Fellows and Professors. One of the objectives for the YPAB is to engage the Young Professionals within AIChE. YPAB does this through a variety of initiatives including both student and young professional programming at conferences. The Annual conference this year was no different with a number of YPAB sponsored student sessions as well as a Young Professional Social on Monday night.

The Society for Biological Engineering (SBE) Symposium on “20 Years of Metabolic Engineering: Foundation of a Bio-Based Economy” celebrated the rapidly growing field of metabolic engineering in an exciting forum consisting of esteemed speakers from industry, government, and academia, followed by an open group discussion.

Looking to get to know Minneapolis a little better while dodging between events? Take a walk through the Skyway, or grab a quick ride on one of the city's many public bikes.