… an assistant professor in South Dakota State University’s Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics, has contributed to a book focused on and written by women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. “Lessons Learned: Stories from Women Leaders in STEM” addresses the lack of women in STEM through the first-person accounts of … Willand-Charnley explained. Willand-Charnley will be at a book signing from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, July 15, at The Nook, 314 Main Ave. Suite 3, in downtown Brookings. “In the past 50 years, women in the United States have made great strides in terms of education, representing the majority of college graduates and masters-level programs today. In 2020, for the … fields. While women make up 48% of the workforce, they hold only about 29% of positions in STEM specialties. The book’s contributors—who bucked this trend—share their personal and compelling stories, including obstacles and challenges faced in balancing work, family and personal life,” Shlian added. Shlian, who had been following Willand-Charnley’s career, which …
… Society in Las Vegas. It is an international gathering with more than 10,000 participants. Their research on Heusler alloys was undertaken at the direction of associate professor Parashu Kharel, who has National Science Foundation funding for the work. The purpose of the work is to find an alloy that will require less battery power for electronic devices such as computers and phones. The students synthesized and tested different alloys in the Kharel’s physics materials and nanoscience lab in Crothers Engineering Hall. Testing didn’t produce … at a nuclear power plant, a hospital or in the space program. Baker is also planning to graduate in May 2024. This summer he plans to continue his research on spintronic and permanent magnet materials under Kharel. His 10-weeks summer research will be partially supported by funds from the National Science Foundation and by NASA EPSCoR. He said was influenced to …
… Research helps SDSU senior refine career path When Sioux Falls native Zachary Lehmann came to South Dakota State University , he set his sights on becoming a medical physicist. “In AP physics class (at Washington High School), I was exposed to the field of medical and health physics, such as radiation therapies for cancer. That … it has been Lehmann’s experiences with research at SDSU and the Mayo Clinic that helped refine his career path. During his second semester at State, associate physics professor Parashu Kharel offered Lehmann an opportunity to do research on semiconductor materials. That experience helped him get a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in molecular … going into medical school or graduate work in biomedical engineering or becoming a research scientist at a hospital or national laboratory working with radiation therapy, medical imagery and nuclear medicine. “Undergraduate research requires commitment and motivation to put in the time and effort to do productive research,” Kharel said. “Zach is a highly …
… NSF grant puts spin in semiconductor materials The secret is in the spin. New semiconductor materials that use an electron’s spin to store information can make computers and electronic devices faster, smaller, more energy efficient and less expensive, according to South Dakota State University associate professor of physics Parashu Kharel. He has been formulating new spintronic materials known as half-metallic Heusler compounds for more than five years. This fall, Kharel received a three-year, nearly … because significantly less energy is needed for the write operation,” he said. “Data storage and retrieval is done electrically without any moving parts enabling the integration of magnetic memory components with semiconductor chips.” For the project, Kharel will collaborate with University of Northern Iowa physics researchers, associate professor Pavel …
… SDSU researchers reveal possible treatment for sulfur mustard in new study During the Battle of Flanders in July 1917, German soldiers deployed sulfur mustard-containing artillery shells on unsuspecting British and Canadian troops, marking the first time "mustard … a new study from two South Dakota State University researchers has revealed an effective approach to treating sulfur mustard poisoning. "Since World War I, no one has been able to come up with an effective antidote (to sulfur mustard poisoning)," said Brian Logue , professor in SDSU's Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics . "This study explores a … "Our goal was to develop a therapeutic that would selectively react with the sulfur mustard," Willand-Charnley said. "Avoiding cross reactivity with biomolecules, thwarting cellular damage.” The research team identified a molecule—methimazole—that has a level of reactivity with sulfur mustard that wouldn't damage skin. Results from this study reveal that methimazole …
… Chemistry and Biochemistry Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics sara.madsen@sdstate.edu Telephone number: 605-688-6480 Avera Health & Science 336 Chemistry-Box 2202 Brookings, SD 57007 Teaching students how to use chemistry in all of aspects of life is motivated by my daily curiosities about the actions and reactions of molecules. With this, I am … my pedagogical methods, at the undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral levels, would be a fitness program for students to discover their investigative powers in chemistry and overcome any negatives or fears. Furthermore, this approach must cultivate diversity and attach confidence to students with any background to achieve their dreams in chemistry. However, … to apply themselves, seek at least a small amount of motivation and respect all persons who are trying to assist them in their education. If these are a challenge, never fear, they may learn in my classroom. Throughout my professional and academic experiences, I have had to apply and seek my capabilities to personalize and contribute to the changes in chemistry …
… Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics douglas.raynie@sdstate.edu Telephone number: 605-688-6361 249Avera Health & Science 249 Chemistry-Box 2202 University Station Brookings, SD 57007 Green ChemistryGreen Chemistry Education We have created a set of metrics to compare the green attributes of analytical methods and are applying this to analytical experiments. Educational materials for both the secondary and post-secondary level are being … fluids can have advantages of being faster and more selective, with minimal use of hazardous organic solvents. Specifically, our research falls into three major areas: analytical separations, bioprocessing and green chemistry education.Analytical Separations. Virtually all laboratory samples require some type of separation prior to analysis. We are interested in …