September 2025 in photos
It may technically be fall, but September kept us in sunny skies, celebratory weekends, and classroom deep-dives at URochester.
New theory may solve quantum ‘jigsaw puzzle’
The theory explains how quantum environments can steer chemical reactions—speeding them up or slowing them down without adding heat or light.
New scholars program is a catalyst for undergraduate research on chemical sustainability
The inaugural cohort of Barbara J. Burger Chemical Sustainability Scholars embarks on 15-month paid research experiences.
New molecule could pave the way for more efficient computers
A team of scientists has developed the “world’s most electrically conductive organic molecule.”
Four Rochester students earn Goldwater Scholarships for science achievement, research promise
Four Rochester undergraduate students earned prestigious Goldwater Scholarships for science achievement and research promise in STEM fields.
New ligand-guided technique enhances drug development
Researchers led by Shauna Paradine use chemical “helpers“ called ligands to guide reactions with extreme precision.
New strategy reveals ‘full chemical complexity’ of quantum decoherence
The findings can be used to design molecules with custom quantum coherence properties, laying the chemical foundation for emerging quantum technologies.
Quantum dots: Chemistry professor explains a Nobel Prize–winning discovery
The fruits of the recent Nobel laureates’ labor can be seen not only in high-end monitors and screens, but also in collaborative research across the sciences.
CAREER awards recognize promising junior faculty
Four Rochester scientists have received prestigious NSF CAREER awards, presented to early-career faculty members for research and education initiatives.
Unlocking the power of photosynthesis for clean energy production
A new grant will allow Rochester researchers to leverage bacteria and nanomaterials to mimic photosynthesis and produce clean-burning hydrogen fuel.