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Toxicology and Fire

Fire Toxicity Conference 2016

Register now for Fire Toxicity Conference 2016

21 to 23 March

An important international forum for experts from across the world, this three day event held at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) will highlight the very latest research and open discussion in all fire and hazard related topics.  Up for discussion will be: lessons learned from major fire disasters, smoke toxicity and the effect of combustion conditions, clinical care of fire smoke injury, forensic investigations of fire toxicity, the physiological effect of fire toxicants and more.

Speakers offering their insights into these topics are some of the fire prevention leaders in Europe, including Juergen Troitszch, Fire and Environment Protection Service, Germany, Peter Holland, UK Chief Fire and Rescue Adviser and Tommy Kiaer, Vice President of the European Fire Fighters Unions Alliance.  In addition, experts from the University of Leuven, Effectis, University of Waterloo, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, SP Technical Research Institute and the European Commission with also deliver their latest fire hazard research findings, hypotheses and advice.

You can view the full conference programme here.

New publication from the Royal Society of Chemistry

The Royal Society of Chemistry has also recently published this related book entitled Toxicology, Survival and Health Hazards of Combustion Products.  You can purchase this book in the Royal Society of Chemistry bookshop or you can read the first chapter for free through your Personal RSC Publishing Account.

Book cover: Toxicology, Survival and Health Hazards of Combustion Products

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Toxicology, Survival and Health Hazards of Combustion Products

Edited by David A. Purser, Robert L. Maynard and James C. Wakefield

Fires are a common source of exposure to smoke and a range of toxicologically active chemicals. Providing a complete overview of the subject, this book provides comprehensive and detailed information on    combustion processes, estimation of rate of production of combustion products, dispersion of these products and their effects on health.

Beginning with a chapter discussing the chemistry of combustion and detailing the mechanisms of burning, how different materials ignite and the nature of combustion products, the book goes on to examine  specific combustion products in detail, the toxicity and carcinogenicity of the products, their dispersion and methods of monitoring.

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Supramolecular chemistry books news

Register now for MASC2015

Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd December 2015, Durham University


The annual Macrocyclic and Supramolecular Chemistry Group meeting organised by Prof. Jonathan W. Steed will take place next month. The Royal Society of Chemistry will have a booth so come and browse our newly published books in the Monographs is Supramolecular Chemistry series!

MASC is a long running conference series that attracts prominent international speakers and provides an excellent forum for PhD students and postdocs to showcase their work.  The group is chaired by Prof. Philip Gale and past group chairmen have included Prof. Thorfinnur Gunnlaugsson, Prof. Peter Tasker, Prof. Bob Hay, Prof. Martin Schroder, Prof. David Parker FRS and Prof. Paul Beer.  More information and details about how to register can be found on the MASC website.

New books published

The following books have been recently published in our Monographs in Supramolecular Chemistry series.  You can purchase any of these books in the Royal Society of Chemistry bookshop or you can read the first chapter for free through your Personal RSC Publishing Account.

Pillararenes

Pillararenes are a new class of macrocyclic hosts, which have applications in sensing, material synthesis and biomedicine.  This book covers all aspects of Pillararene synthesis, their host-guest properties and supramolecular assemblies.  This book is edited by the leader in this field and will appeal to graduate students and academics alike.

Polyrotaxane and Slide-Ring Materials

Polyrotaxane is a necklace-like supramolecule in which many cyclic molecules can be threaded and cross-linked together to form functional polymeric materials.  The resulting movable cross-linked structure yields unique properties with potential applications in new films, elastomers and coatings.  This book, authored by the inventor of slide-ring materials, provides a comprehensive guide to slide-ring synthesis, functionality, analysis and application.

Synthetic Receptors for Biomolecules: Design, Principles and Applications

Synthetic receptor molecules mimic antibody recognition and are widely used in sensing and drug development.  This book covers the most effective synthetic receptors for each major class of biomolecules.  The book is written in an accessible style making it appeal to those new to supramolecular chemistry as well as those looking for information on specific synthetic receptors.

The following books will be published in the next couple of weeks and can be pre-ordered now:

Boron: Sensing, Synthesis and Supramolecular Self-Assembly

This book provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments in the field of boronic acid-based receptors.  The synthesis and self assembly of these receptors are covered in detail together with the applications of boron in chemical molecular sensors. Containing contributions from leading research groups in this field, this book will appeal to researchers of all levels in organic chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, materials science and bio-organic chemistry.

Porous Polymers: Design, Synthesis and Applications

Porous materials with very large internal surface areas are of great interest for applications in energy storage and environmental remediation.  This book describes the significant recent progress in the development of different porous frameworks, with particular focus on the relationship between structure design, synthesis methods and properties.  The book provides a comprehensive overview of different porous polymer systems, which will be of interest researchers and graduate students alike.

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Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry R&D Conference

Register for the ABPI R&D Conference 2015 and come and browse our drug discovery books at the RSC booth.

This year the event will address the following question:

“With an ever increasing amount of innovation in the life sciences sector, how can we maximise research and development productivity?”

The ABPI have a host of senior speakers confirmed from within the biopharmaceutical industry and across the breadth of the UK life sciences community.
If you are part of the life science community, including colleagues from academia, government, NHS, charities, funders, patient group representatives and industry, this conference will be a unique opportunity for you to:

  • highlight innovative research that has opened the door to novel therapeutics
  • hear about the evolving model of drug discovery and the impact for both the biopharmaceutical industry and wider UK stakeholders in R&D
  • showcase innovative practices that that will improve R&D productivity and accelerate access to medicines
  • network with peers and colleagues at the post-conference drinks reception

The ABPI R&D Conference 2015 has been approved by the following institutions for the purposes of CPD:

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine | 5.45 CPD credits for full attendance

Royal Society of Biology | 18 CPD credits

Orphan Drugs and Rare DiseasesHuman-based Systems for Translational ResearchCardiovascular and Metabolic Disease: Scientific Discoveries and New Therapies

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RSC Books at Society of Toxicology Expo

Come and meet us at the SOT Annual Meeting Expo in San Diego from March 22–26th (booth #2143)!

Email us if you are attending and would like to arrange a meeting.

We will have a range of textbooks, books from the Issues in Toxicology Series and other titles on display and for you to browse and purchase at a 30% discount. Rowan Frame, Books Commissioning Editor, and Jen Griffiths, Editorial Development Manager, will be on hand to answer your questions about books, Toxicology Research, and other journals.


Toxicology Research have collated some of their hottest papers.

These papers are free to access until 31st March – we do hope that you enjoy reading them. Click here to see the collection.


Recently published books in the Issues in Toxicology Series:

You can read the first chapter for free through your Personal RSC Publishing Account

Manganese in Health and Disease Manganese in Health and Disease
Lucio Costa (Editor), Michael Aschner (Editor), ISBN: 978-1-84973-943-6

The book comprehensively covers the toxicology of manganese. Leading investigators provide perspectives from toxicology, neuroscience, nutrition, molecular biology and risk assessment disciplines and  chapters cover  the toxicokinetics, toxicodynamic interactions and health effects of manganese, as well as its potential role in neurodegenerative diseases.


Metabolic Profiling: Disease and Xenobiotics
Martin Grootveld (Editor)

Multivariate analysis of the multi-component analytical profiles of carefully collected biofluid and/or tissue biopsy specimens can provide a ‘fingerprint’ of their biomolecular/metabolic status. This exemplary new book highlights applications of these techniques in the areas of drug therapy and toxicology, cancer, obesity and diabetes, as well as outlining applications to

cardiovascular, infectious, inflammatory and oral diseases in detail.

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Materials Science Engineering (MSE 2014)

The biennial international conference “Materials Science Engineering (MSE 2014)” organised by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Materialkunde will take place in Darmstadt from 23 – 25 September 2014.

Symposium topics include Functional Materials and Devices, Structural Materials, Synthesis and Processing, Characterisation, Modelling and Simulation, and Biomaterials.

The programme includes talks from Prof. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Volkswagen AG, the MRS President Oliver Kraft, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Prof. Dr. Peter J. Uggowitzer (ETH Zurich) and M.A. Meyers of the University of California, San Diego (USA). One of the highlights will be the Colloquium in Honour of Prof. Ludwig Schultz.

For further details and to register please visit the conference website.

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Polymer Chemistry Books for MACRO 2014

To celebrate the 2014 IUPAC World Polymer Congress (MACRO 2014), 6-11 July, Chiang Mai, Thailand, here is a highlight of our recent polymer books.

RSC Polymer Chemistry Series

Covering key themes in polymer chemistry research, this is a must-have collection for graduate-level students and above. Leading experts from across the globe have contributed to each book in this series, while Ben Zhong Tang leads a world-class Series Editorial Board.

  • Poly(lactic acid) Science and Technology edited by Alfonso Jiménez, Mercedes Peltzer and Roxana Ruseckaite
  • Phosphorus-Based Polymers edited by Sophie Monge and Ghislain David
  • Natural Rubber Materials (Volume 1: Blends and IPNs, Volume 2: Composites and Nanocomposites) edited by Sabu Thomas, Chin Han Chan, Laly Pothen, Rajisha K.R., Jithin Joy and Hanna Maria
  • Polymeric Materials with Antimicrobial Activity edited by Alexandra Muñoz-Bonilla, María Cerrada and Marta Fernández-García
  • Conjugated Polymers edited by Klaus Müllen, John R Reynolds and Toshio Masuda
  • Thiol-X Chemistries in Polymer and Materials Science edited by Andrew Lowe and Christopher Bowman
  • Functional Polymers for Nanomedicine edited by Youqing Shen
  • Fundamentals of Controlled/Living Radical Polymerization edited by Nicolay V Tsarevsky and Brent S Sumerlin
  • Healable Polymer Systems edited by Wayne Hayes and Barnaby W Greenland
  • Molecular Design and Applications of Photofunctional Polymers and Materials edited by Wai-Yeung Wong and Alaa S Abd-El-Aziz
  • Renewable Resources for Functional Polymers and Biomaterials edited by Peter Williams

 All the RSC Polymer Chemistry Series books are available as eBooks through the RSC eBook Collection.

RSC Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Series

A comprehensive resource of books covering key topics in nanoscience including the characterisation, performance and properties of nanostructured materials and technologies and their applications.

  • Polymer Nanocomposites by Emulsion and Suspension Polymerization edited by Vikas Mittal
  • Polymer-Graphene Nanocomposites edited by Vikas Mittal
  • Polymer-based Nanostructures: Medical Applications edited by Pavel Broz
  • Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Composites edited by Dimitrios Tasis
  • Polymer Nanofibers: Building Blocks for Nanotechnology by Dario Pisignano

 All the RSC Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Series books are available as eBooks through the RSC eBook Collection.

Related Textbooks on Polymer Science

Commissioning Editor Leanne Marle will also be attending if you would like to meet her and find out more about book publishing at the Royal Society of Chemistry please contact her.

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The Analytical Research Forum

Royal Society of Chemistry Analytical Research Forum 2014

The Analytical Research Forum 2014 is a high impact scientific meeting for the UK analytical community, and would be of interest to people at various stages of their research careers.

The Royal Society of Chemistry has assembled keynote and invited speakers, along with early-stage researchers, to present during this day long conference.

To familiarise yourself with the variety of topics covered by analytical chemistry you can refer to a range of Series published by the Royal Society of Chemistry, including:

There is a dedicated section for analytical titles on the RSC Online Bookshop, with publications including Quantitative Proteomics, Advances in Biological Solid-State NMR, and Microfluidics in Detection Science.

The Royal Society of Chemistry also publishes Specialist Periodical Reports on an annual or biennial basis, providing systematic and detailed review coverage of recent developments in major areas of chemical research.

The Analytical Research Forum is taking place at The Chemistry Centre on Monday 7 July at Burlington House, London.  Registration is open until June 30, and for further information on the Analytical Research Forum you can contact the RSC Events Team.

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Hanafy Ismail wins best poster at RSC BMCS Meeting

RSC_BMCS_Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics and Toxcity of Functional Groups

The prizewinner, Hanafy Ismail, with Dr Andrew Stachulsk of the Organising Committee

The recent Royal Society of Chemistry Biological & Medicinal Chemistry Sector Meeting on new perspectives in DMPK was held at The Chemistry Centre, Burlington House, in London.

Hanafy Ismail, University of Liverpool, was awarded the prize for the best flash presentation and poster, which was entitled ‘Probing Molecular Targets of the Endoperoxides: A Proteomic Approach’.

Hanafy was awarded with a book from the RSC Drug Discovery Series, Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics and Toxicity of Functional Groups: Impact of Chemical Building Blocks on ADMET, Edited by Dennis A Smith.

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RSC Books at the SOT Annual Meeting & ToxExpo

The RSC are exhibiting at this year’s SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo  in Pheonix later this month, and there will be a range of books and journals on display at our stand.  I will be at Exhibition Booth #1540 during the ToxExpo with Marie Cote, Deputy Editor of Toxicology Research.

Email me if you are attending and would like to arrange a meeting. I would be delighted to meet you!

Here’s just a few of the titles that will be on display from our Issues in Toxicology and RSC Drug Discovery Book Series:

Environmental Cardiology

Aruni Bhatnagar (Editor)
ISBN: 978-1-84973-005-1

Mark Cronin (Author), Judith Madden (Author), Steven Enoch (Author), David Roberts (Author)
ISBN: 978-1-84973-384-7

Alan G E Wilson (Editor)
ISBN: 978-1-84973-051-8

You can find all of our recently published books on our website, and you can access the front matter, table of contents and the first chapter of all the books in our Book Series for free.

I look forward to meeting you this March!

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One day workshop: Developing analytical tools for the life sciences

Analytical tools for life sciences

Analytical tools for life sciences workshop

The Royal Society of Chemistry and the Biochemical Society are holding a one day workshop on “Tools and Strategies to Find Chemical Probes for Your Protein – The Role of Computer-Aided Drug Discovery.” The event will be at Charles Darwin House, London, on 15th November 2013.

Aimed at developing analytical tools for the life sciences, this event will be of interest to biologists facing challenges in finding new chemical reagents for understanding biological mechanisms, as well as computational biologists and chemists. The workshop will include discussions on molecular docking for probe discovery, virtual screening, and generating chemical probes, amongst other topics. This will be a fruitful opportunity for those interested in developing interdisciplinary collaborations in this exciting field.

The Royal Society of Chemistry publishes a range of titles in this area, which would provide an excellent accompaniment to this meeting.  Titles such as Physico-chemical and computational approaches to drug discovery (2012) provide a grounding in the computational aspects, while the more recently published Computational approaches to nuclear receptors (2013) will interest those more specifically interested in applying these principles to the nucleus. Highly relevant to those with pharmaceutical and biomedical interests, Drug design strategies (2012) and Biotherapeutics (2013) give in depth coverage of state of the art developments in these fast changing fields.

The deadline for abstract submissions is 16th September 2013. Flash poster presentation slots are currently still available.

Registration is free to members of the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Biochemical Society. Find further details and register here.

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