The latest research from C2MCI members of the Häkkinen group reveals a novel force field capable of simulating NHC-protected gold nanoclusters in solution. ➡️ Learn what this means for the future of biomedicine: bit.ly/48m41sy #NFRF CIHR NSERC / CRSNG SSHRC

Interested in learning more about the business side of chemistry? Check out our recent #EDIICatalyst episode with Dr. @LehtinenMoran of @RXNHUB to learn how you can break into industry. ➡️ Listen now: bit.ly/42zXOFx

Still making plans for Thanksgiving weekend? Our Science Literacy Week events with the McDonald Institute are happening tomorrow—come say hi!

“Without representation, it can be quite challenging to be the first [Indigenous scholar among your peers]. I've been trying to become the role model I wish I had when I was coming up through my studies.” — Dr. Alex Veinot of Dalhousie Science ➡️ Listen now: bit.ly/46PruA1

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How do subtle changes to alkyl chains, branching, and asymmetry impact the thermal stability of benzimidazolium salts? C2MCI Micro members are shaping the future of small-molecule inhibitors. Learn more: ➡️ bit.ly/3IDezsV #NFRF CIHR NSERC / CRSNG SSHRC

In this episode of the #EDIICatalyst, Dr. Blaine Fiss (Blaine Fiss, PhD) of Dalhousie University joins us to discuss how his experiences as a chemist with cerebral palsy have shaped his approach to accessibility, mentorship, and innovation in the lab. ➡️ Listen now: bit.ly/4nc1q81

This weekend, @QueensU will welcome back thousands of alumni for its annual Homecoming celebrations. C2MCI will be joining in on the welcome at the Science Rendezvous Kingston booth—we hope to see you there this Saturday at the Fall Harvest Alumni Gathering! ➡️ Learn more: bit.ly/4nQZ8fL

…And that’s a wrap on C2MCI at Queen’s Homecoming 2025! We teamed up with McDonald Institute and Sinclair Cancer Research Institute to bring Science Rendezvous Kingston to campus visitors. 🇷🇴🧪 Thank you again to all of the #QueensU alumni and Kingston community members who came out to say hello!

C2MCI is excited to extend a warm welcome to new HQP joining our community! Our incoming researchers are bringing diverse expertise and new energy to our Macro, Micro, and Nano teams as we begin the fall term. Please join us in welcoming our newest team members! 🎉

C2MCI is proud to congratulate Dr. James Noël, C2MCI Macro Faculty Member, on his receipt of the ECS Corrosion Division H.H. Uhlig Award! With C2MCI, Dr. Noël has contributed vital findings in advancement of anti-corrosion coatings and formulations. Congratulations Dr. Noël!

A new study led by Dr. Cao Thang Dinh (Chemical Engineering), Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals, paves the way to practical applications of carbon conversion technologies. Read more!: queensu.ca/gazette/storie…

C2MCI is proud to be a returning sponsor of the 18th annual Queen's Graduate Chemistry Society Symposium! This year, C2MCI has sponsored Dr. Hanadi Sleiman’s keynote lecture, “DNA Nanostructures: From Design to Targeted Cancer Therapy.” ➡️ Register today to attend virtually: bit.ly/4ngiPwk

C2MCI invites you to join us for our FREE upcoming Virtual Seminar Series public lecture with Dr. Cao Thang Dinh of @QueensU. ✍️Register today to learn more about “reversible” copper clusters and advances in metal cluster catalysts for CO2 conversion: bit.ly/3HSi7qI

“This has to start with a conversation. If we stigmatize having open conversations or villainize others who want to learn, we silo people and hinder the path to making tangible effort.” — Dr. Blaine Fiss (Blaine Fiss, PhD) of Dalhousie University ➡️ Listen now: bit.ly/4nc1q81

Last week, C2MCI celebrated our HQPs’ contributions to the Queen’s Chemistry Innovation Council meeting and annual Queen's Graduate Chemistry Society Symposium. For QCIC, our Scientific Director Dr. Cathleen Crudden delivered a presentation on C2MCI and our research. Thank you to all who attended!

How can one electrochemical step unlock possibilities for building catalytic surfaces at the molecular level? C2MCI Macro team’s electro-click chemistry supports precise, durable surface engineering. Learn how: ➡️ rsc.li/3W0lNdp #NFRF CIHR NSERC / CRSNG SSHRC

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This week, we welcomed researchers from Tokyo Electron (TEL) to share research updates and tour our labs @QueensU & Carleton University. We were grateful for the chance to greet our overseas collaborators and strengthen our partnership! We look forward to sharing future work with TEL.

C2MCI is proud to congratulate our following Research Faculty members on their renewal as Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs! • Dr. Yolanda Hedberg (@hedberglab) of Western University • Dr. Arghya Paul (Paul Research Group (Dr. Arghya Paul)) of Western University • Dr. Annie Levasseur of École de technologie supérieure