Polymers

…catalysts, reaction conditions, polymers, biosynthetic pathways, semiconductor chemistry, process optimization, sensors and predictive spectroscopy. The appointee will establish an externally funded research programme, teach undergraduate and graduate chemistry, and contribute service. The estimated salary range is $119,600–$144,200. Applications submitted by 30 October 2026 receive full consideration; the recruitment portal accepts

…materials, phase equilibria, polymers, metals, ionic fluids and complex fluids. Further topics include interfaces, confinement, modelling, simulation and measurement methods. The International Association of Chemical Thermodynamics oversees the biennial series, with FEnEx CRC delivering the Perth edition. Plenary, keynote and contributed presentations combine research talks with questions. Abstract submissions run from 1 December 2026 t

…metals and metallic nanostructures, polymers, and solid-state and materials chemistry. Both hard and soft matter, predictive computation and simulation, synthesis, and structure–property relationships are within scope. Full proposals are accepted at any time. Programme budgets are not individual award caps.

…electronic and optical properties of polymers, surfaces, films and crystalline materials, analyse results and prepare publications. The hybrid appointment also includes student mentoring and professional development. Initial employment lasts one year, renewable by agreement and funding; the proposed 1 October 2026 start is negotiable. Review began on 21 September and continues until a qualified applicant pool is identified.

Melissa and Jam explain how hairspray combines a propellant, solvent and polymers to produce an aerosol that holds hair in place. The episode follows the formation of a fine mist, the behaviour of the polymer film and the formulation trade-offs involved, then compares hairspray with gels and mousses.

…the structure of graphite with the polymers and physical interactions that let an eraser lift a mark, contrasting absorption and adsorption and discussing what makes an everyday material effective for this purpose.