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SUMMARY:Chem 248 Organic Chemistry Student Seminar: Aris Rubio
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/chem-248-organic-chemistry-student-seminar-aris-rubio/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230816T015920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T203056Z
UID:30837-1700496000-1700499600@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Lu Wei
DESCRIPTION:Wei Flyer \nTitle: Functional Bond-Selective Microscopy for Subcellular Bioanalysis \nAbstract: Innovations in optical spectroscopy and microscopy have revolutionized our understanding in live biological systems at the sub-cellular levels. In this talk\, I will present our recent advances in developing and applying functional bond-selective spectro-microscopy for investigating subcellular biological activities with rich chemical information. In the first part of my talk\, I will present the novel coupling of the stimulated Raman scattering (SRS) imaging\, a nonlinear Raman imaging modality\, with the newly developed chemical strategies for Raman-guided intracellular metabolic mapping; quantitative subcellular analysis of cytoplasmic aggregates; photo-activatable and photo-switchable SRS spectral-imaging; intracellular sensing through alkyne-HDX; and toward super-resolution chemical imaging. In the second part of my talk\, I will present a new mid-infrared near-infrared two-photon imaging technique for bond-selective fluorescence imaging with single-molecule sensitivity.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/physical-chemistry-seminar-228-lu-wei/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physical Chemistry Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231027T164427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T165617Z
UID:31298-1701097200-1701100800@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Chem 248 Organic Chemistry Student Seminar: Elizabeth Croll
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/chem-248-organic-chemistry-student-seminar-paris-dee/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231127T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230816T020328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T203145Z
UID:30839-1701100800-1701104400@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Robert Baker
DESCRIPTION:Baker Flyer \nTitle: Observing Ultrafast Electron Motion in Catalytic Systems: New Ways to Visualize Charge and Spin Dynamics at Interfaces \nAbstract: Understanding and controlling electron dynamics at interfaces is at the heart of numerous applications ranging from heterogenous catalysis to information processing. To directly observe these dynamics\, we have developed ultrafast XUV reflection spectroscopy as a surface sensitive analog of time-resolved x-ray absorption. In these measurements\, high harmonic generation of attosecond to femtosecond XUV pulses enables real-time observation of charge and spin dynamics with element specificity\, ultrafast time resolution\, and near atomic layer surface sensitivity. This talk will highlight recent studies of surface electron dynamics in materials ranging from photocatalysts to magnetic semiconductors to systems displaying chiral-induced spin selectivity (CISS). In addition to ultrafast electron transfer\, we also study the interfacial solvation structure in electrocatalytic systems using in-situ sum frequency generation vibrational spectroscopy. This complimentary tool enables direct measurement of solvent-mediated electric fields at catalytic interfaces\, which are found to significantly influence the kinetics of electrochemical CO2 activation and reduction. Last\, I will briefly describe the National eXtreme Ultrafast Science (NeXUS) facility. This $10M infrastructure project provides attosecond and femtosecond pulses of XUV light with tailored bandwidth to a suite of experimental end-stations enabling molecular and material characterization with unprecedented temporal and spatial resolution. This facility\, which is supported by the National Science Foundation\, will soon become an international open-access user facility serving the entire chemical\, physics\, and materials communities.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/physical-chemistry-seminar-228-robert-baker/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Physical Chemistry Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231129T171500
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231115T000810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T000810Z
UID:31416-1701273600-1701278100@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Inorganic Student Exit Talk: Austin Ready
DESCRIPTION:Flyer: Austin Ready Flyer \nTitle: Boron Clusters as Robust Building Blocks for the Expansion of Carbon-Based Chemistry \nAbstract: Due to a delocalization of electron density\, polyhedral boron clusters are often described as three-dimensional analogues of planar aromatic molecules such as benzene. Despite this electronic similarity\, boron clusters can have drastically different chemical and physical properties compared to their carbon-based counterparts. In particular\, our group studies the twelve vertex-containing boron cluster dodecaborate— [B12H12]2-— as a synthetic building block whose chemical reactivity and electrochemical behavior can be rationally modified by substituting the B-H vertices on the periphery of the cluster with various reactive functional groups. I will discuss the synthesis\, chemical properties\, and structure/bonding considerations pertaining to these derivatized B12 clusters\, as well as potential applications relevant to the fields of materials science and energy storage.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/inorganic-student-exit-talk-austin-ready/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Inorganic Chemistry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230828T184803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T184803Z
UID:30888-1701345600-1701349200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Chem 218 Student Exit Seminar: Nadine Bradbury
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/chem-218-student-exit-seminar-nadine-bradbury/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chem 218 Student Exit Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230816T001018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T001018Z
UID:30812-1701360000-1701363600@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Bristol-Myers Squibb Lecture - Prof. Christina White and Dr. William Gallagher
DESCRIPTION:Seminar Information TBD
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/bristol-myers-squibb-lecture-prof-christina-white-and-dr-william-gallagher/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:BMS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230925T162414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T185950Z
UID:31087-1701444600-1701448200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Dickerson Biochemistry Seminar – Carla Koehler and Hannah Shafaat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/dickerson-biochemistry-seminar-carla-koehler-and-hannah-shafaat/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biochemistry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231027T164750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T164750Z
UID:31300-1701702000-1701705600@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Chem 248 Organic Chemistry Student Seminar: Zachary Walters
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/chem-248-organic-chemistry-student-seminar-zachary-walters/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231204T163924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T163937Z
UID:31525-1701705600-1701709200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Jochen Stutz
DESCRIPTION:Stutz Flyer
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/physical-chemistry-seminar-228-jochen-stutz/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Physical Chemistry Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231122T010859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T010859Z
UID:31430-1701878400-1701883800@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Jeffrey I. Zink Inorganic Chemistry Seminar Series: Shabnam Hematian
DESCRIPTION:Flyer: Prof. Shabnam Hematian Flyer \nTitle:Unconventional Approaches for Mediating Redox Reactions \nAbstract: Reactions involving electron transfers are known as oxidation-reduction\, or redox\, processes\, common and vital to our daily lives. Redox reactions lie at the heart of chemical\, biological\, environmental\, and energy sciences and technologies. Here\, we show how employing unconventional approaches and blueprints to a broad range of redox reactions taking place within homogeneous photocatalysts\, protein scaffolds\, and electrochemical systems provides an avenue for novel chemistries. Together\, our studies showcase examples of redox processes proceeding under mild conditions\, with some being driven by light or an external bias. Specifically\, we investigate the photoactivation of metal-oxo bonds in coordination compounds\, mechanism and function of a new class of copper enzymes\, and novel electrolyte materials for use in organic redox flow batteries. Importantly\, the diversity of molecular structures\, functions\, and mechanisms involved in these examples will highlight the versatility and modularity of the redox reactions and their vital role in realizing a sustainable future.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/seminars/jeffrey-i-zink-inorganic-chemistry-seminar-series-shabnam-hematian/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Inorganic,Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230912T235045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T235045Z
UID:30980-1701950400-1701954000@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Chem 218 Student Exit Seminar: Claire Dickerson
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/chem-218-student-exit-seminar-claire-dickerson/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Chem 218 Student Exit Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231201T172627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T233025Z
UID:31515-1702042200-1702058400@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:The 2023 M. Frederick Hawthorne Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Flyer: Hawthorne Symposium 2023 flyer \nSchedule Brochure:Hawthorne Symposium Brochure \nProfessor M. Frederick Hawthorne (August 24\, 1928 – July 8\, 2021) was a true chemistry pioneer\, discovering boron cluster structures that have paved the way in inorganic\, organometallic\, material\, nanotechnology\, and medicinal sciences. His award-winning work in boron chemistry and time as a distinguished Professor of Chemistry at UCLA have not only shaped and broadened the field\, but also touched the lives of countless students\, faculty\, researchers\, friends\, and family. In honor of his contributions\, the American Chemical Society established the “M. Frederick Hawthorne Award in Main Group Inorganic Chemistry” in 2020. The M. Frederick Hawthorne Symposium aims to celebrate and honor these recipients\, who have made significant contributions to chemistry involving the elements of groups 1\, 2\, and 13-18\, with special consideration given to demonstrated creativity and independence of thought\, in keeping with the example provided by the late Professor Hawthorne. The 2022 M. Frederick Hawthorne Symposium is made possible by the Raymond and Dorothy Wilson Endowment.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/the-2023-m-frederick-hawthorne-symposium/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Symposia and Conferences
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230925T162521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T191646Z
UID:31089-1702049400-1702053000@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Dickerson Biochemistry Seminar – Jose Rodriguez and Rob Clubb
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/dickerson-biochemistry-seminar-jose-rodriguez-and-rob-clubb/
LOCATION:Young Hall 2033
CATEGORIES:Biochemistry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231206T195522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T191409Z
UID:31580-1704729600-1704733200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Colin Nuckolls
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Colin Nuckolls Flyer \nTalk Title: Putting Molecules into Materials \nAbstract: This presentation will detail our efforts to create materials from contorted aromatic molecules. In particular\, I will discuss how to create ladder polymers from helicenes and twistacenes building blocks. These materials have extraordinary properties as materials. The helicenes have the largest chiroptic response of any molecular species. The twistacenes excel as photovoltaics\, photodetectors\, batteries\, and pseudocapacitors. The presentation will discuss these opportunities.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/physical-chemistry-seminar-228-colin-nuckolls/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Physical,Physical Chemistry Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240108T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T175506Z
UID:31984-1704902400-1704906000@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Inorganic Chemistry Student Exit Talk: Aamir Shah
DESCRIPTION:Flyer: Aamir Shah Flyer \nTitle: Fundamental Understanding of Electrode-Electrolyte Interface in Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER) Kinetics \nAbstract: Abstract: The hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is one of the most fundamental and critical reactions in renewable energy conversion. The recent advancement in various platinum (Pt) nanocatalyst designs has led to greatly improved HER activity. Identification of the exact active sites and understanding the structure-activity relationship are critical for rational catalyst design but remain elusive due to the lack of methods robustly resolving the role of different surface sites. Moreover\, it is well recognized that the HER kinetics is drastically slower in alkaline media compared to acidic media\, but the descriptors of the HER kinetics are still elusive. Specifically\, in the presence of alkali metal cations and hydroxyl anions\, the electrode–electrolyte (platinum–water) interface in an alkaline electrolyte is far more complex than that in an acidic electrolyte. The effects of different alkali metal cations (AM+) and pH on these reactions are poorly understood due to a lack of suitable experimental methods. We are combining surface-sensitive electrical transport spectroscopy (ETS) with other electrochemistry techniques and computational studies to probe and understand the fundamental role of different AM+ and pH on the reaction kinetics of HER. Our study provides fundamental insights into how and why AM+ and pH influence the HER in alkaline media. We expect that this research will provide the molecular-level understanding that will shed new insights into electrolyte engineering as an alternative pathway to control electrochemical reaction kinetics.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/inorganic-chemistry-student-exit-talk-aamir-shah/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Inorganic Chemistry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240105T190100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T190118Z
UID:31921-1705073400-1705077000@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Dickerson Biochemistry Seminar - Karin Reinisch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/dickerson-biochemistry-seminar-karin-reinisch/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T143000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231221T175857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T194856Z
UID:31892-1705584600-1705588200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Novartis Chemical Sciences Lecture: Prof. Christina Woo & Dr. Atwood Cheung
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/seminars/houk-jung-organic-colloquium-247-prof-christina-woo-dr-atwood-cheung/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Novartis Chemical Sciences Lecture,Organic,Organic Colloquium,Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240120
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230728T180116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T201759Z
UID:30677-1705622400-1705708799@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Glenn T. Seaborg Symposium and Medal Award Dinner
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, January 19\, 2024\, the UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry will award the Glenn T. Seaborg Medal to Professor Juli Feigon\, UCLA Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry \nSymposium Theme: Nucleic Acid Transactions and the Awesome Power of Structural Biology \nPoster Session – CNSI Lobby – 12:00 to 1:00 pm\nSymposium – CNSI Auditorium – 1:00 to 5:30 pm\nReception & Dinner – UCLA Covel Commons Grand Horizon Room – 6:00 to 9:00 pm \nhttps://www.seaborg.ucla.edu/
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/glenn-t-seaborg-symposium-and-medal-award-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Seaborg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240122
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230728T181450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T201821Z
UID:30684-1705708800-1705881599@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Feigon Lab Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Details and Schedule Pending
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/feigon-and-friends-lab-reunion-research-symposium/
LOCATION:Boyer 159\, 611 Charles E Young Dr E\, Los Angeles\, CA 90095\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231206T195934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T173430Z
UID:31583-1705939200-1705942800@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Giulia Palermo
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Giulia Palermo Flyer \nTitle: Dynamics and mechanisms of CRISPR-Cas9 through the lens of computational methods \nAbstract: The clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeat (CRISPR) genome-editing revolution established the beginning of a new era in life sciences. I will report the role of state-of-the-art computations in the CRISPR-Cas9 revolution\, from the early refinement of cryo-EM data to enhanced simulations of large-scale conformational transitions. Molecular simulations reported a mechanism for RNA binding and the formation of a catalytically competent Cas9 enzyme\, in agreement with subsequent structural studies. Inspired by single-molecule experiments\, molecular dynamics offered a rationale for the onset of off-target effects\, while graph theory unveiled the allosteric regulation. Finally\, the use of a mixed quantum-classical approach established the catalytic mechanism of DNA cleavage. Overall\, molecular simulations are instrumental in understanding the dynamics and mechanism of CRISPR-Cas9 and pave the way for a new field of computational studies aimed at deciphering and engineering genome editing systems.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/physical-chemistry-seminar-228-giulia-palermo/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Physical,Physical Chemistry Seminar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20230728T200846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T182936Z
UID:30693-1706198400-1706202000@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Distinguished Lecture Series - David A. Leigh
DESCRIPTION:Title: Giving Chemistry Direction \nAbstract: In recent years examples of synthetic molecular machines and motors have been developed\, all be they primitive by biological standards. Such molecules are best designed to work through statistical mechanisms. In a manner reminiscent of Maxwell’s Demon\, random thermal motion can be rectified through ratchet mechanisms\, giving chemistry direction. \nIt is increasingly being recognized that similar concepts can be applied to other chemical exchange processes. Ratchet mechanisms—effectively chemical engines in which catalysis of ‘fuel’ to ‘waste’ is used to drive another chemical process—can cause directional impetus in what are otherwise stochastic systems\, including reversible chemical reactions. This is ushering in a new era of non-equilibrium chemistry\, providing fundamental advances in functional molecule design and the first examples of molecular robotics\, overturning existing dogma and offering fresh insights into biology and molecular nanotechnology. \nDavid Leigh DLS Flyer
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/distinguished-lecture-series-david-a-leigh/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Lecture Series
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240126T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240105T190245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T190245Z
UID:31923-1706283000-1706286600@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Dickerson Biochemistry Seminar - Lalit Deshmukh
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/dickerson-biochemistry-seminar-lalit-deshmukh/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biochemistry
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240109T230750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T175006Z
UID:31998-1706544000-1706547600@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Bryan Changala
DESCRIPTION:Title: “Illuminating Exotic Chemistry and Physics with Single-Quantum-State Spectroscopy” \nAbstract: Molecules are amongst the most complex objects that can be controlled and studied at the individual quantum state level. In this talk\, I will introduce some of the extraordinary advances made in the last decade by the application of AMO physics tools\, including cavity-enhanced optical frequency comb and microwave techniques\, to such quantum-state-resolved spectroscopy. These precision light-matter probes have redrawn the limits of molecular complexity that can be characterized and controlled in the laboratory\, enabling scientists to address important chemical and physical problems from a fundamental\, bottom-up perspective. I will showcase these applications in achieving rovibrational quantum-state spectroscopy of the C60 fullerene (the largest molecule for which this has been achieved); revealing the unexpectedly rich chemistry that occurs in extreme astrophysical environments; and exploring the unique electronic properties of metal-ligand complexes critical to applications in quantum science and metrology. \nDr. Bryan Changala Flyer
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/physical-chemistry-seminar-228-bryan-changala/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Physical Chemistry Seminar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231221T180548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T233222Z
UID:31897-1706709600-1706713200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Houk-Jung Organic Colloquium 247: Prof. Michelle Arkin
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/seminars/houk-jung-organic-colloquium-247-prof-michelle-arkin/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Organic,Organic Colloquium,Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240130T171609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T180353Z
UID:32202-1706716800-1706720400@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Jeffrey I. Zink Inorganic Chemistry Seminar Series - Prof. Victor Mougel
DESCRIPTION:Flyer: Prof. Victor Mougel Flyer \nTitle: Bio-inspired Strategies for Small Molecule Electroreduction Across Multiple Scales \nAbstract: Enzymatic systems have evolved complex strategies to maximize the efficiency and product selectivity in small molecule activation\, including CO2 reduction. Besides unique active sites containing\, by definition\, earth-abundant elements\, enzymes further control catalytic activity through second sphere interactions and a fine control of electron transfer chains. In this talk\, we will introduce a series of bio-inspired strategies for the design of electrocatalytic systems for small molecule activations across multiple scales\, encompassing the development of both heterogeneous and molecular catalysts. We will highlight a series of earth-abundant metal-based molecular and heterogeneous catalysts inspired by the active sites of enzymatic systems. Particular emphasis will be given to the exploration of bio-inspired strategies for electron transfers and storage\, using synthetic Fe4S4 clusters.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/jeffrey-i-zink-inorganic-chemistry-seminar-series-prof-victor-mougel/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T163000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240105T190352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T190352Z
UID:31925-1706886000-1706891400@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Dickerson Biochemistry Seminar - Yinsheng Wang
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URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/dickerson-biochemistry-seminar-yinsheng-wang/
LOCATION:Mani L. Bhaumik Centennial Collaboratory\, 607 Charles E. Young Dr.\, East\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biochemistry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20231219T221112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T221349Z
UID:31869-1707148800-1707152400@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Physical Chemistry Seminar 228: Michael Zuerch
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URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/prof-michael-zuerch/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Physical,Physical Chemistry Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240122T193250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T193250Z
UID:32085-1707220800-1707224400@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Special Physical Chemistry Seminar: Thomas Fay
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URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/special-physical-chemistry-seminar-thomas-fay/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
CATEGORIES:Physical Chemistry Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T135029
CREATED:20240119T191320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T191320Z
UID:32053-1707321600-1707325200@www.chemistry.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Jeffrey I. Zink Inorganic Chemistry Seminar Series - Professor C. Michael McGuirk
DESCRIPTION:Flyer: Prof. C. Michael McGuirk Flyer \nTitle: Exploring Flexibility and Connectivity in Synthetic Porous Frameworks \nAbstract: Synthetic permanently porous materials are poised to play a key role in our transition to a more sustainable society. Owing to their structural and chemical modularity\, synthetic frameworks\, such as metal–organic\, covalent\, and hydrogen-bonded networks\, are uniquely amenable to realizing highly specific functionality for emergent clean energy applications. However\, desired performance for many pressing challenges\, such as H2 delivery and light alkene purification\, continue to elude established framework classes. Thus\, the pursuit of synthetic porous frameworks with emergent behaviors and of entirely new classes of frameworks is essential. In this vein\, this talk will cover two distinct efforts to diversify function and form. First\, recent efforts to harness reversible framework flexibility to enhance usable capacities of hydrogen storage and delivery and for direct purification of propylene will be discussed. Then\, the recent discovery of a novel class of frameworks assembled and stabilized through noncovalent chalcogen bonds\, called Chalcogen-Bonded Organic Frameworks (ChOFs)\, will be detailed.
URL:https://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/events/jeffrey-i-zink-inorganic-chemistry-seminar-series-professor-c-michael-mcguirk/
LOCATION:Collaboratory Yoo Seminar & Conference Hall YH4222 
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