Unilever CEO Confirmed to Speak at AOCS Conference
Paul Polman will deliver the keynote address,
Leading in a World of Exponential Change, during the new Executive Forum on Resources and Innovation during the
World Conference on Fabric and Home Care,
October 4–7, in Singapore. Two more thought-provoking presentations and
a panel discussion will follow, moderated by Ernie Rosenberg, President
and CEO, American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
The Forum follows two days of
presentations
by top-level speakers covering the latest in technology, products, and
trends, with several new topics addressing the exciting, disruptive
forces that are accelerating change and the speed of innovation in the
industry.
Also new is the
Technology Showcase,
to provide more innovative science, simultaneous interpretation to
Mandarin for the oral presentations, and increased business interaction
during the
Exhibition.
Register by June 1 to save $600 and reserve your seat at this premier industry event!
AOCS Award Winners Announced
Congratulations to the following award winners: Award of Merit Dilip Nakhasi, Stratas Foods, USA
Supelco/Nicholas Pelick—AOCS Research Award Julian McClements, University of Massachusetts Amherst, USA
Stephen S. Chang Award John Harwood, Cardiff University, UK
George Schroepfer Medal Steven Kelly, Swansea University, Wales
For more information on our awards program or to view other award winners, please
visit our website (PDF).
Top Five Downloaded Articles on inform|connect
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- Innovations in Oilseeds and Novel Biomass Oils
- Fact or Fiction: Animal fat making a big comeback
- Management of Contaminants in Edible Oils and Fats
- Future Impact of Technological Changes in Oilseed Processing & Oil Refining
- Overview of the Global Vegetable Oil Market- When will vegetable oil prices rise again?
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Fish Oil Supplements and Human Health: Still being debated
Omega-3s have been hailed as the panacea for all of Western society's
ills, from cardiovascular disease to cancer to cognitive decline.
However, clinical trials of fish oil supplements containing DHA and EPA
have produced mixed results, and researchers are still divided on
whether omega-3 fatty acid supplements are beneficial, neutral, or even
harmful to human health.
The cover story of the April 2016 issue of Inform reviews the scientific evidence on both sides of the divide. You may also view the
full issue of Inform online.
AOCS Technical Services Updates
AOCS at work Richard Cantrill, AOCS Chief Science
Officer, served as secretary at the 6th Plenary meeting of ISO/TC 34/SC
16, Horizontal Methods for Molecular Biomarker Analysis in Shanghai on
March 15–17. The meeting was hosted by the Dr. Pan Liangwen Technical
Center for Animal, Plant and Food Inspection and Quarantine, Shanghai
Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau of China, Shanghai. The
agenda discussed aspects of standardization for the identification and
determination of molecular markers.
Inter-laboratory comparison proficiency test for cannabis testing labs AOCS is pleased to be contributing to the
nationwide proficiency testing program
offered by Emerald Scientific. AOCS will generate the reports following
ISO 13528:2015 guidelines and will assist labs in evaluating their
results. Participating in proficiency testing provides evidence for
accreditations and leads to safer, more consistent products for
patients.
AOCS Press News
Free article from JSD provides review of gemini surfactants
"Gemini surfactants have been researched for several decades, but they
have never really been commercialized for industrial applications
because they are difficult to synthesize and purify," says
JSD Editor-in-Chief George Smith. In Smith's
JSD
recent pick, the review "Constructing Surfactant Systems with the
Characteristics of Gemini and Oligomeric Surfactants through Noncovalent
Interaction," Yilin Wang and colleagues from the Beijing National
Laboratory for Molecular Sciences in China have shown that it is
possible to construct gemini surfactants through noncovalent
interactions, including hydrogen bonding, metal-ligand coordination, and
electrostatic attraction. The reversibility of the interactions through
pH, light, salt, and temperature allows for easy control of the gemini
surfactant structure using commercially available monomer surfactants.
The article will be available online, free of charge, until May 16.
Thank you JSD editors and reviewers This month, we recognize the
editors and reviewers of the Journal of Surfactants and Detergents (PDF). AOCS appreciates the work of 300+ editors and reviewers of
JSD
whose time, effort, and expertise made 2015 a successful year. Under
the leadership of new Editor-in-Chief George A. Smith, over 126 articles
were published, and the rate of original submissions grew. We look
forward to their contributions in 2016 as we build to our 20th Volume
Celebration in 2017.
Top downloaded 2015 articles from AOCS journals This collection of articles features the 20 most-downloaded articles published in each of the three AOCS journals, JAOCS, JSD, and Lipids, in 2015.
Congratulations to all the authors whose articles made the list and
even more importantly, a big thank you to the editorial boards for their
expertise and tireless dedication in facilitating the publication of
this important research.
Welcome, AOCS China Section!
AOCS is pleased to announce the formation of the AOCS China Section,
petitioned by 35 members and approved by the Governing Board last month.
The China Section’s goal is to serve as the resource for high
standards, ensuring quality and safety of edible and non-edible oils in
China.
For leadership information, membership roster, and an application to join, visit the Section’s webpage.
AOCS Analytical Division Co-Organizes Conference Focusing on Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory, and Industrial Pretreatment
The AOCS Analytical Division, along with Iowa Water Environment
Association (IAWEA) and the American Water Works Association (AWWA), has
organized a one-day conference designed specifically for bench chemists
and front-line laboratory staff.
View the program and registration details for this cost-effective learning opportunity.
Lab Proficiency Program deadline approaching
Enroll by
May 20, 2016
to participate in a full year of testing and fulfill the proficiency
testing accreditation requirement. Full-year LPP participants are
eligible to apply for the
Approved Chemist program.
AOCS Approved Chemists are in high demand, and are highly respected
throughout the industry. Use your status as an AOCS Approved Chemist to
promote your technical expertise and attract new business.
Download your application today! (PDF)
Now available! 9th Volume in Oilseed Monograph Series: Industrial Oil Crops
AOCS members Thomas A. McKeon, Douglas G. Hayes, David F. Hildebrand,
and Randy J. Weselake collaborated on editing this 2016 title, which
presents the latest information on important products derived from seed
and other plant oils, their quality, the potential environmental
benefit, and the latest trends in industrial uses. It gives a
comprehensive review of key oil crops that provide products used for
fuel, surfactants, paints and coatings, lubricants, high-value polymers,
safe plasticizers, and numerous other products.
The title is available in both print and ebook versions. AOCS Members receive a 30% discount and free shipping by entering the code AOCS30 during check out.
Visit the Academic Press and AOCS Press website to learn more about
this title and other AOCS Press and Elsevier titles.
Remember, the 30% discount works on all Elsevier Science and Technology titles.
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