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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Daniel Suess to the CCE faculty! Dan will join Caltech in 2027, bringing an exciting research program in inorganic and bio chemistry. We look forward to the new ideas, collaborations & connections Dan will bring to CCE and the Caltech community. Welcome Dan to Caltech! 🎉

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

applications.caltech.edu/job/chemis… The Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level in all areas of chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

The big day has come! 🎓 Today, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of our graduates in the Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. We are proud of all that you have achieved and excited for all that lies ahead. Cheers to the Class of 2026! 🎉 #Caltech2026

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

CCE grad students Isabel Hernandez-Rodriguez, Maria Blankemeyer & Conner Wells were recognized for their leadership and excellence in advancing inclusion on campus and in the greater community. ccid.caltech.edu/events/signature-c…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Congratulations to Prof. Brian Stoltz on winning the 2025 Tolman Award in Chemistry! The award honors outstanding contributions to chemistry. cce.caltech.edu/news-and-events/new…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Congrats to Garnet Chan on being elected to the Royal Society! Founded in 1660, it is the oldest scientific academy in continuous existence. He is among more than 90 inductees to the society this year.https://cce.caltech.edu/news-and-events/news/chan-and-elowitz-named-to-great-britains-royal-society

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Congratulations to Professor Jonas Peters on being elected to the American Philosophical Society! cce.caltech.edu/news-and-events/new…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Today is the 71st celebration of Caltech's Staff Service & Impact Awards! This year, CCE congratulates 12 staff members who have completed service milestones ranging from 10 to 40 years. Thank you all for your hard work – you've made CCE what it is today!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The Manthiram lab has figured out how to drive a series of chemical reactions that produce the epoxide propylene oxide using a much greener process and the inexpensive, Earth-abundant catalyst, lanthanum cobaltite. cce.caltech.edu/news-and-events/new…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

The Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Caltech invites applications for a Long-Term Lecturer in Chemical Engineering, with teaching to begin in the 2026–2027 academic year. Interested? View application details here: applications.caltech.edu/job/chemeng

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Congrats to Prof. Greg Fu on receiving ACS's 2026 Award for Creativity in Molecular Design and Synthesis! He is being recognized for his many contributions in both mechanistic & synthetic chemistry. cen.acs.org/articles/104/web/2026/0…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Shu-ou Shan, Caltech's Altair Professor of Chemistry, has been elected as a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences! 🎉 Shan's research primarily focuses on protein biogenesis, tracing the complex molecular pathways that ultimately lead to the production of proteins in the body.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Last week, we had a blast celebrating our grad students during Graduate Student Appreciation Week. The DIY Italian soda bar and Italian cookies were the perfect additions to a sunny afternoon in the Gates Patio. Congrats to our raffle winners: Curtis, Kate, Iuliia, Clara, Sara and Analiese!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

DiscoTech brought prospective undergrads to Caltech to explore all of the academic divisions. In the Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, they toured labs, connected with faculty, & discovered the exciting work happening in CCE – taking a glimpse into what their futures could hold!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The newest cohort of Arnold O. Beckman Postdoctoral Fellows have been announced, which includes four CCE postdocs: Emily Boyd, Ethan Quinn, Levi Palmer and Christian Strong. Read the full annoucement: www.beckman-foundation.org/latest-n…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

This past weekend, Professor William A. Goddard III celebrated his 89th birthday 🎉! To commemorate the occasion, a birthday gathering was held at the 2026 Materials and Process Simulation Center Conference – cake and candles included 🎂. Happy Birthday, Professor Goddard!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Congrats to Anjali Gurajapu on being named a 2026 CAS Future Leader! Read more about the program here: www.cas.org/press-releases/cas-anno…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

On March 4, Women in Chemistry and BOND hosted high school students from Lincoln Height's East College Prep. Students and teachers took part in a campus tour and explored research labs of Hsieh-Wilson Lab, Wei Lab and Chen Lab . They also participated in an Undergraduate Panel discussion. #TBT

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Congratulations to David Delgadillo and Jacob Rothbaum on being awarded the inaugural Nemko Mentorship Prize! 🎉 beckmaninstitute.caltech.edu/fundin…

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Last week, Prof. Kim See took the Watson Lecture stage with her talk "Chasing Sustainable Battery Chemistries for the Future", while See group members engaged attendees in all things battery related during the pre-show. Watch the full presentation here: bit.ly/47kxul2 📸: Lance Hayashida

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Researchers in the Clemons lab have homed in on an small transporter called MurJ that is a vital part of the pathway bacteria use to build their chain-mail-like cell wall. Their worr reveals a novel target for designing new antibiotics. Read the full story: bit.ly/40vLk07

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

NEW RESEARCH ➡️: Scientists in the Datta lab have revealed that microbial nutrients, such as glucose, play a crucial role in antibiotic efficacy. Their findings provide a unique framework for developing novel medications and investigating antibiotic resistance. bit.ly/4aKGUJ3

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Kicking off the long weekend with some exciting news! CCE Chair, Sarah Reisman, was awarded this year's Richard P. Feynman Prize for Excellence in Teaching, Caltech's highest teaching prize! Congratulation Professor Reisman!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Proof that order can be beautiful: the periodic table. 🧪 Happy National Periodic Table Day! 📸: Periodic table outside undergraduate chemistry labs in the Resnick Sustainability Institute

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Did someone say 2016? 👀 Here’s a #FlashbackFriday to research moments from the Shapiro, Reisman, Arnold, and Davis labs. CCE alumni: What are your favorite memories from 2016? 📸: Office of Strategic Communication and External Relations

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

#MeetCCE: Tiffany Safar Tiffany joined CCE as a Research Technician in the Clemons lab in August. Her educational and research journey began just a few blocks down at Pasadena City College and culminated in a bachelor's degree from UC San Diego earlier this year. We're so glad you're here, Tiffany!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

The Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Caltech invites applications for a faculty position at all levels and in all areas of chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical engineering. Interested candidates should apply at applications.caltech.edu/job/chemistry Deadline: Dec. 1, 2025.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

#ThrowbackThursday to last week's Shaved Ice Social! This tradition makes time for incoming undergraduate students to meet and chat with our faculty, grad students and staff on the Beckman Mall while staying cool with Kona Ice. 🍧 We hope your first week at Caltech is going smoothly, undergrads!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Meet Allen Lee, our newest Facilities and Stockroom Manager! Allen brings 29 yrs of experience as Lab Manager in the Rees Lab. His deep knowledge of Caltech’s systems and his collaborative approach will be invaluable during this transition. He will be working alongside Joe Drew through Jan. 2026.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Please join us in welcoming our newest Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Johannes Morstein! Johannes grew up in Rysum and Bremen, Germany. His group is working on Lipid and Membrane Chemical Biology.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

📸 A few gems from our archives—recognize any faces? These lab photos look back at the moments that helped build the foundation of where we are today. #ThrowbackThursday

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Congrats to our faculty members who have been recognized with ACS 2026 National Awards! 🔶 Jonas Peters: ACS Award in Inorganic Chemistry 🔷 Garnet Chan: ACS Award in Theoretical Chemistry 🔶 Greg Fu: Arthur C. Cope Award 🔷 Brian Stoltz: Ernest Guenther Award in the Chemistry of Natural Products

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Last Friday, the Chemical Engineering Graduate Student Council hosted its 2nd Annual ChE Carnival. Students gathered in Tournament Park to play games, tie-dye shirts and even grilled up tasty hot dogs and burgers. We can't wait for the next one!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Rees as the new Executive Officer for Biochemistry and Karthish Manthiram as the new Executive Officer for Chemical Engineering. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to Shu-ou Shan and Zhen-Gang Wang for their outstanding service in this role.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

#FlashbackFriday to May's Spring into STEM event, hosted by Caltech Women in Chemistry! Girl Scouts gathered on the Beckman Mall to participate in science demonstrations & lab tours organized by CCE students, such as the Caltech Chemistry Club, along with other academic divisions.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Happy 102nd Birthday to Nobel Laureate and the John G. Kirkwood & Arthur A. Noyes Professor of Chemistry, Rudy Marcus! Today, we celebrate a renowned figure in theoretical chemistry — and the Inaugural Meeting of the Marcus Center for Theoretical Chemistry in his honor.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

Happy Friday! We’re wrapping up the week with a poster session from today's Frontiers in Experimental Physical Chemistry Symposium.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

The James LuValle Award recognizes outstanding service in fostering inclusivity and advancing community within CCE. This year, we honor 3 exceptional individuals whose dedication has made a lasting impact on our division: 🔸 Emily Chen 🔹 Dennis Ko 🔸 Jordan Thompson Congrats to our 2025 recipients!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Today is the day! Congrats CCE Class of 2025! Here’s to new beginnings, opportunities and adventures! 🎓🎉

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Please join us in welcoming our newest Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering, Kara Fong (@karafong.bsky.social)! 👏 The Fong Lab aims to integrate theory and simulation across length scales to study electrochemical systems for sustainable energy storage and water treatment.

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

On March 25, we celebrated our 2025 ACS National Award winners in San Diego at #ACSSpring2025! 🔶 Prof. Arnold – Priestley Medal 🔷 Prof. Fu – Gabor A. Somorjai Award for Creative Research in Catalysis 🔶 Prof. Stoltz – Herbert C. Brown Award for Creative Research in Synthetic Methods Cheers to all!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Congratulations to Zhen-Gang Wang for being elected as a member to the National Academy of Engineering, Class of 2025! 🎉 #NAE2025 Professor Wang was elected "for unifying theories of thermodynamic and transport properties of polymers to predict phase behavior, self-assembly, and nucleation."

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Please join us in welcoming our newest Professor of Chemistry, Sandeep Sharma! 👋 His group's research eﬀorts are directed towards developing algorithms that solve the problem of electronic structure theory. He loves to spend time with his family and enjoys playing racket sports. Welcome, Sandeep!

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Caltech Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering @caltechcce.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

We’re looking for talented, driven graduate students to join our growing Chemical Engineering Ph.D. program at @caltech.edu ! ⏰ Applications are due December 1, 2024. ➡️ Apply Here: www.applyweb.com/caltgapp/ind...

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