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A color-changing phosphor for encoding information
Applying heat or a solvent makes a new purely organic phosphor reversibly switch between glowing green and blue at room temperature. Patricia DeLacey Key Takeaways: A new synthetic molecule switches between emitting green and blue light after application of a solvent or mild heat. The color-changing phosphor can be leveraged for a two-layered information encoding
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Olusayo J. Ogunyemi was awarded 2024-2025 Rackham International Student Fellowship.
Rackham International Student Fellowship is designed to recognize and support outstanding international students in their research. Olusayo Ogunyemi, a PhD candidate in the Macromolecular Science and Engineering, is advancing the frontiers of quantum materials and molecular spectroscopy. “My research focuses on providing understanding on the excited-state dynamics in molecular systems to develop next-generation quantum materials
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New blue fluorophore breaks efficiency records in both solids and solutions
Reaching 98% efficiency in a solid state and 94% in solution, the small fluorescent molecule’s design could cut down development time and cost for future applications. A new blue fluorescent molecule set new top emission efficiencies in both solid and liquid states, according to a University of Michigan-led study that could pave the way for
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Macro director Jay Guo named Emmett Leith Collegiate Professor of EECS
Prof. Guo has been a worldwide leader in nanoimprinting, nanostructure engineering, applications and manufacturing, , while exploring a range of associated technology of interest to companies around the world. Jay Guo has been named the Emmett Leith Collegiate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, effective May 1, 2025. Guo is a world-renowned researcher who has
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Charles McCrory Promoted to Full Professor and Received 2025 John Dewey Award
The Department of Chemistry and the Program in Macromolecular Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan proudly congratulate Professor McCrory for his promotion to Full Professor, recognizing his scholarly achievements, teaching excellence, and service contributions. In addition to his promotion, Professor Charles McCrory is named the 2025 recipient of the prestigious John Dewey Award.
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Jinsang Kim named Raoul Kopelman Collegiate Professor of Science & Engineering
The honor underscores a stellar career that includes groundbreaking research and impressive contributions to education and leadership. MSE and Macro is pleased to announce that Jinsang Kim has earned the title Raoul Kopelman Collegiate Professor of Science and Engineering, effective March 1. “Professor Kim has made exceptional contributions in soft materials research, education, and service. He
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Macro Director Professor L. Jay Guo elected Fellow of Optica
Guo received his honor for his pioneering work and achievements in structural colors and flexible transparent conductors, and for sustained contributions leading to their commercialization. Prof. L. Jay Guo, professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan, has been elected Fellow of Optica, Class of 2025, “For pioneering work and achievements in structural
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Macro faculty Prof. Nicholas Kotov is among the newest members of National Academy of Engineering
Macro congratulate Nicholas Kotov, Irving Langmuir Distinguished University Professor of Chemical Sciences and Engineering and Joseph B. and Florence V. Cejka Professor of Chemical Engineering, on being elected to the National Academy of Engineering! Election to the NAE is one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer. Prof. Kotov was recognized for “scalable methods for
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Faster organic phosphorescence for better display tech
Layering an organic material on top of 2D materials achieves stable, fast phosphorescent light emission without using expensive and hazardous heavy metals. News by Patricia DeLacey Screens for TVs, smartphones or other displays could be made with a new kind of organic LED material developed by an international team, co-led by University of Michigan engineers.
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Building a sustainable future through polymers: highlights from the 46th Macro Symposium.
On Nov 14-15, 2024, Macromolecular Science and Engineering organized the 46th Annual Macro Symposium in the NCRC Dining Hall, Ann Arbor. A total of 59 posters, 7 student oral presentations, and 4 keynote speeches were delivered during the symposium. The Macro program was proud to host an excellent line up of keynote speakers: Xinyue Liu