Andrew Weller
@wellerchemyork.bsky.social
Prof. Andrew Weller, Dept. Chem., University of York (UK) | Organometallic Synthesis for Catalysis | Assoc. Editor RSC Catalysis Sci. Tech. | 🚴♀️🏔 | Views his own
Congratulations to Christophe who has just been appointed as a member of the Académie des Sciences for his work on surfaces and interfaces of functional materials and heterogeneous catalysts. He joins an outstanding group of scientists across disciplines, recognised through their appointments.
We are hiring two PhDs on our EU SMOM project for a late Sept 2026 start. The projects will involve being trained, & becoming expert in, air sensitive, platinum group metal organometallics, single-crystal SMOM synthesis, reactivity, and deployment in sustainable catalysis. See: lnkd.in/emu2Bjzr
We’re looking for an enthusiastic PhD student to join our vibrant research group. We have an opening for a PhD position to work on radical Frustrated Lewis pairs. Check out the link below for more information and contacts. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
PhD in Chemistry: Single or Double? A Radical Approach to Catalysis - Competitive EPSRC funded post at Cardiff University on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - PhD in Chemistry: Single or Double? A Radical Approach to Catalysis - Competitive EPSRC funded post at Cardiff University, listed on FindAPhD.com
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A bit early, but wishing everyone a good break at the end of the year.
We are hiring two PhDs on our EU SMOM project for a Sept 2026 start. The two projects will involve being trained, and becoming expert in, air sensitive, platinum group metal organometallics, single-crystal SMOM synthesis, reactivity, and deployment in sustainable catalysis. tinyurl.com/3yvk5jnd
We have Postdoc position open in my lab for SMOM. Please see this post on LinkedIn for full details. 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 www.linkedin.com/posts/andrew...
Research Associate in Organometallic Chemistry | Andrew Weller
We are hiring a Postdoc! If you have PhD/PDRA experience in air sensitive, platinum group metal organometallics, are interested in using this expertise in single-crystal SMOM synthesis and reactivity,...
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With @nicolegrobert.bsky.social we report straightforward approach to hex-BN fibres that uses catalytic methods for the controlled synthesis of BN-polymers, that are then used to fabricate hex-BN fibres. Such fibres could outperform carbon fibres in extreme environments. tinyurl.com/h4jwdv6s
A straightforward route to hexagonal-boron nitride fibers - Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials
Advanced fibers enable the fabrication of structures and composites for applications reliant on lightweight, oxidation resistant, mechanically strong, and electrically insulating materials, e.g. in all forms of land, air, and space transportation and in applications within extreme environments. Hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) fibers harness these advantages, and in addition, offer ultra-high-strength-to-weight ratio and low density. Yet, existing precursors for polymer-derived BN fibers are limited to insoluble and air/moisture sensitive polyborazylenes, hindering fiber production at scale. In this contribution, we report a reliable, controllable, and scalable synthesis methodology for producing pure micro- and nano-h-BN fibers, offering a competitive alternative to NASA’s energy-intensive h-BN nanotubes production. The single-source precursor, N-methyl polyaminoborane (PMeAB), plays a pivotal role in this process. The catalytic, and scalable, synthesis of PMeAB with controlled molecular weights (Mw = 110,500–290,500 g·mol−1) enables the production of h-BN fibers by electrospinning method and thermolysis under ammonia. PMeAB molecular weight and concentration were identified as key factors dictating the viscosity and surface tension, and thus influencing the overall spinnability of the PMeAB solution. We reveal that the subsequent formation of a cross-linked intermediate during PMeAB thermolysis is essential to retain the fibrous morphology during the conversion to h-BN fibers. Comprehensive characterization demonstrated the purity and homogeneity of the h-BN fibers, with ~ 97 at.% of B and N contents combined throughout the fiber body. This newly disclosed route to h-BN fibers offers a route to potentially valuable multifunctional filler material for advanced lightweight composites suitable for applications in extreme environments.
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Just left the excellent CanUK inorganic symposium in beautiful Quebec City. What a privilege to be part of such collegiate scientific discussion. With thanks to @barryblight.bsky.social Fred Fontaine & @rebeccamelen.bsky.social. À la prochaine!
An epic ride in an epic location, and some (hopefully) epic data!
Scott McIndoe@mcindoe.bsky.social · last yr.Fun visit from Andy @wellerchemyork.bsky.social these last few days - in addition to collecting some high quality data on aminoborane polymers on Friday (thanks @c-killeen.bsky.social), we were treated to a talk today and got in a cycle ride Saturday (the locally-famous 3 ferry loop)
Always nice to add a hard copy of a thesis to the “library”. A beautifully presented one from Dr Chloe Johnson. The third one from the York-years.
A really useful and timely contribution. Well done to Aishanee (and Dave).
Powers Lab at Texas A&M@powerslab.bsky.social · last yr.Our first post here! Aishanee has done a great job, taking a closer look at synthetic tractability using in crystallo photochemistry in our latest paper, now out in ACS Cent. Sci. (@pubs.acs.org). pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
We're recruiting a PDRA to work with our team at Oxford Chemistry @ox.ac.uk @oxfordchemistry.bsky.social ! If you are interested in synthetic inorganic chemistry and catalysis research, Apply! my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru...
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Dalby Forest looking towards the hills behind Scarborough. Earlyish morning with my gravel bike. Not a soul around apart from me. At least 10 different birds are serenading me, damsel files and bumblebees keeping me company, and in the distance the bucolic lowing of cattle.
We're hiring: TWO 3-year PhD positions to develop Bimetallic Chemistry for CO2, N2O and NH3 activation under ERC Consolidator Grant BiMetalGAS @erc.europa.eu . Expected start: June-September 2025. Please RT. #PhD #PhDposition #chemjob Cool bimetallics in sunny🌞Sevilla
A new(ish) anion on the block for SMOM chemistry. Kris Altus’ latest on the organometallic chemistry of [B(O2C2(CF3)4)2]−. As well as showing this anion is a useful one in organometallic chemistry there is a cautionary note about the toxicity of a starting material. pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
[B(O2C2(CF3)4)2]− ([FPB]−): Repurposing This Weakly Coordinating Anion for Solid-State Molecular Organometallic (SMOM) Chemistry
The perfluoropinacol borate-based anion [B(O2C2(CF3)4)2]−, [FPB]–, is developed as a weakly coordinating anion for single-crystal to single-crystal organometallic solid/gas reactivity, resulting in the isolation and characterization (including periodic DFT and IGMH analysis) of the σ-alkane complex [Rh(Cy2PCH2CH2PCy2)(exo-η2η2-norbornane)][FPB]. The synthetically useful solvent-free Na+ salt, Na[FPB], and oxonium acid [H(OEt2)2][FPB] are also reported.
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Great group, great PI and exciting chemistry.
Bourissou's group - LBPB@lbpblab.bsky.social · last yr.Our team has open Phd and postdoc positions if you are interested in being part of the gold adventure, don't hesistate to contact us. All the information are available here: www.lhfa.cnrs.fr/index.php/eq...
I recommend this thought-provoking Grayson Perry documentary about his take on the US. Made pre-Covid. Prescient? I'll let you decide for yourself. I was reminded to watch it as we see events unfurl. www.channel4.com/programmes/g...
Grayson Perry's Big American Road Trip - Episode 1
In Atlanta and Washington DC Grayson explores race and 'White privilege'
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Some of our poster-prize winners & talk-givers from #Dalton2025 : Frei, Lynam, Slattery, Douthwaite, Fairlamb, Parker, Willans (& Weller) Labs. Natalia Baranska Alex Watson Jake Walder Sara Bonfante Rebecca Willans Kris Altus Katie Keating Chloe van Beek Stefan Flesch Anson Chau Cagri Ozsan
More and more stories like this coming out all the time. I cannot and will not go to the US, nor send any of my group to the US, for any reason. It's simply not safe for any foreign visitor. No conferences, seminars, collaboration visits, vacations, nothing. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Australian with working visa detained and deported on returning to US from sister’s memorial
Man who says he had previously left and re-entered the country multiple times alleges border officials called him ‘retarded’ and boasted ‘Trump is back in town’
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UVic Chemistry is hiring. We're looking for an Assistant Professor in experimental chemistry, particularly in one of the areas of physical and/or inorganic chemistry. More details in the ad below. Great department & part of the world to live! #facultychemjobs www.uvic.ca/faculty-staf...
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A square planar Ru(II) complex, that dehydropolymerizes amine boranes to selectively give high molecular BN-polymers at low (0.03 mol%) catalyst loadings and high ToF (250 s-1). And a hydroxy-hydride as the species formed in the induction period as a bonus! onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Wolds to the Moors. North Yorkshire in the early spring. Serenaded by Skylarks.
📣PhD available in our group focusing on Digital & Flow Chemistry for #MOF production. Based in Sch Chemistry & iPRD @UniLeeds. Start date: 1st Oct 2025. ⏰️Deadline 30th May. Please repost to spread the word 🙏 #chemsky #phdjobs eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...
Digital and Flow Materials Chemistry for Metal-Organic Frameworks Production
Project opportunity - Digital and Flow Materials Chemistry for Metal-Organic Frameworks Production at the University of Leeds
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