A series of secret tests conducted by the U.S. Army in the 1950s and 1960s did not expose residents of the United States and Canada to chemical levels considered harmful, according to a new report from a committee of the National Research Council.

No justification currently exists for completely abandoning chemical pesticides, says a new report from the National Academies National Research Council.

A new report by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine proposes a strategy that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) should use to evaluate the evidence of adverse human health effects from low doses of exposure to chemicals that can disrupt the endocrine system.

Policymakers’ efforts to reduce threats from improvised explosive devices (IEDs) should include greater oversight of precursor chemicals sold at the retail level – especially over the Internet – that terrorists, violent extremists, or criminals use to make homemade explosives, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

To maintain U.S. global leadership and meet societal challenges — including generating medical advances, furthering the energy transition, and making food and water safer and more sustainable — new investments, collaborations, and educational practices in the chemical engineering field are needed.

With a $500,000 donation, the American Chemical Society has joined the U.S. National Academy of Sciences in an effort to help researchers who are being forced to flee Ukraine because of Russia’s invasion.

Maintaining U.S. leadership in chemical research will require continued and sustained support — including federal agency funding for chemical research projects, private investment in research and development, and efforts to attract international research talent.

The new offering uses a combination of existing quantum computers, artificial intelligence and conventional high-performance computing systems.

Whether they impact flavor, appearance, nutrition, freshness, or texture, food ingredients have been used for centuries for a variety of purposes. 

The new and improved AGELESS provides a timely packaging solution for customers navigating the PFAS regulatory landscape.

Last month, the Biden-Harris Administration announced it is proposing the first-ever national drinking water standard for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The proposal, if finalized, would regulate PFOA and PFOS as individual contaminants, and will regulate four other PFAS — PFNA, PFHxS, PFBS and GenX Chemicals — as a mixture.

Organizations around the world are becoming extremely wary of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, otherwise known as PFAS or forever chemicals. But why is this important to your organization and how can you control them? 

OXEA, part of the Oman Oil Company, is a leading chemicals manufacturer with operations around the globe. Its specialist products go towards making high-quality coatings, lubricants, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products, printing inks and plastics.

DuPont has launched the DuPont™ Tyvek® 500 HP Model TY178 coverall.

The owner of a Georgia chemical plant that had a massive chemical fire has been cited and fined repeatedly by the federal government, mostly for violations related to employees not receiving proper safety training.

This is the third serious incident involving the release of HF at the Louisiana facility in the last three years, official says.

A recent webinar focuses on chemical risk management, with a particular emphasis on the role of approvals, green chemistry, and hazard communication.

What are the hazards workers are most exposed to in the workplace? Environmental considerations are also crucial to mark.

Toxic chemicals at Camp Lejeune creates ripple effect on OHS practice of tracking harmful exposure.

SK Chemical publishes a sustainable management report annually from 2010 in order to disclose the company's will and accomplishments on sustainable management transparently to various stakeholders including clients.

Council-Oxford Inc, a local supplier of agrochemicals and crop protection products, has announced the launch of their new brand identity. The company has unveiled a new logo and website, which better reflects their position as a local supplier.

Dr. Alfred Roth channels years of expertise into his work with Despol Technologies

Venkat Minnikanti is lauded for his work in product development

Wynter E.G. Osminski, PhD, honored for excellence in scientific research and business management

Marc Jackson is a dedicated leader in the specialty chemical industry at Teckrez Inc.

Oana M. Leonte recognized for innovations in research and development

Horrifying story here from Sharon Lerner how chemical products company 3M (which has successfully branded itself as the cuddly people behind Post-it notes) polluted the world’s water supply and covered it up for decades. It features several issues we’ve discussed … Continue reading →

The Maryland Appellate Court upheld the denial of a worker’s claim of occupational disease and accidental injury from his alleged chemical exposure. Robert Butler worked as a driver for Velocity Rail…

The North Carolina Court of Appeals sent a worker’s claim for disability benefits back to the Industrial Commission for further findings. Case: Bailey v. Southern Lithoplate Inc., No. COA24-55, 08/20/2024, unpublished. Facts:…

An Ohio appellate court issued a limited writ of mandamus overturning an enhanced award of benefits against a borrowing employer for a worker’s chemical burns. Case: State ex rel. Liberty Steel…

To tie in with this month’s SoNYC birthday celebrations, we are hosting a collection of case

Integrated Proteomics and Metabolomics Reveal Altered Metabolic Regulation of Xanthobacter autotrophicus under Electrochemical Water-Splitting Conditions  ACS Publications

Multi-tiered chemical proteomic maps of tryptoline acrylamide–protein interactions in cancer cells  Nature.com

A chemical proteomics approach for global mapping of functional lysines on cell surface of living cell  Nature.com

Chemical appears to have highest global-warming impact of any compound to dateTORONTO, ON - Scientists from U of T’s Department of Chemistry have discovered a novel chemical lurking in the atmosphere that appears to be a long-lived greenhouse gas (LLGHG).  The chemical – perfluorotributylamine (PFTBA) – is the most radiatively efficient chemical found to date, […]

Desktop 3D printers generate ultrafine particles (UFPs) while in operation. UFPs may pose a health concern since they are the size of nanoparticles and may be inhaled and penetrate deep into the human pulmonary system.

Sun Chemical’s SolarWave Integra and SolarWave FSP are both UV-LED curing ink solutions designed to meet diverse printing needs.

Meet Amy Phinney, Market Manager at NOVA Chemicals.

Centre aims to help achieve global plastics sustainability goals by focusing on R&D collaboration and value chain-integrated solutions.

The use of Sun Chemical’s inks and varnish eliminates the need for a plastic extrusion between the ink film and the food product.

The new and improved AGELESS provides a timely packaging solution for customers navigating the PFAS regulatory landscape.

With its large packing portfolio and secondary packaging expertise, Sidel has provided three adapted case packers to handle different homecare, automotive and insecticide products on three lines, contributing to an overall 40% production line increase.

Company will highlight its complete portfolio of sustainable solutions for the packaging and narrow web, tag and label markets.

Tajikistan’s National Action Plan on implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1540, which was supported by the OSCE Office in Tajikistan as a way of enhancing the country’s chemical, biological, radiation and nuclear security, was presented to representatives of the international community in Dushanbe on 28 April 2016.

As well as bringing together representatives of international organizations dealing with non-proliferation issues, and embassies and diplomatic missions of the OSCE participating States and the UN members in Tajikistan, some 30 professionals in the area of chemical, biological, radiation and nuclear security in Tajikistan also attended the meeting. The discussion was held to mark the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 1540 on 28 April 2004.

“As we have now already moved to the implementation phase of the Plan, I have no doubt that we all understand the importance of the need to provide resources that are indispensable for strengthening co-operation and collaboration in implementing the approved 1540 measures,” said Fabio Piana, Acting Head of the OSCE Office in Tajikistan. “Diplomatic missions of the OSCE participating States or UN Member States in Tajikistan are encouraged to take part in implementing Tajikistan’s National Action Plan, with the aim of ensuring the overall sustainability of our joint efforts.”

Ilkhom Mirsaidov, National co-ordinator on implementing the National Action Plan, thanked the OSCE for the assistance provided in developing the Plan – a process that took two years to accomplish. He also stressed the importance of multilateral co-operation and co-ordination of efforts during its implementation.

The National Action Plan, encompassing various implementation measures on nuclear, chemical, and biological security for 2016-2021, was adopted by Tajikistan’s Government on 9 February 2016.

The Office, in close co-operation with the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre, United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, and the 1540 Committee Group of Experts, will continue to assist the Government in the Plan’s practical implementation.

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[Leadership] Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN), has challenged the National Task Force (NTF), states, the federal government and stakeholders in the cocoa value chain to intensify efforts in flushing out fake and adulterated agro-chemicals from the market to increase the production of cocoa in the country.

Phytochemicals in fruits and veggies can improve your health. Learn how eating a rainbow of colors can boost your immunity and fight diseases.

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