Ignacio Chi Durán @_chignacio

PhD(c) in Chemistry at the University of Chicago. Developing quantum biosensors at Maurer lab. Meditation instructor, Buddhist learner and Ukelele player. Joined September 2011

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Ignacio Chi Durán @_chignacio

2 weeks ago

We built the first multiplexed DNA microarray on diamond with NV centers - detection of 49 targets in parallel for label-free quantum readout. A new path to high-throughput molecular diagnostics. Check our preprint in arxiv.org/abs/2508.13193

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Felipe Herrera @faherreraur

a year ago

Last week to submit your abstract for MQT 2024. Exciting quantum science in a stunning location, with an engaging and diverse group of excellent scientists. It doesn't get much better than that! Deadline Friday August 2nd: mqt2024.org/submission.html Retweets appreciated!

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UChicago Chemistry @UChiChemistry

a year ago

We're pleased to report that graduate student Lauren McNamara has received the 2024 Merck Research Award, sponsored by the American Chemical Society Women Chemists Committee. @Merck @AmerChemSociety @UChicagoPSD @jsandersonlab chemistry.uchicago.edu/news/graduate-…

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Felipe Herrera @faherreraur

a year ago

Join us and present your work at the "3rd Workshop on Molecular Quantum Technology", on December 16-20 in #Chile. The event brings together experts across disciplines to discuss fundamental science and applications of molecules for #quantum #technology. mqt2024.org

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Demis Hassabis @demishassabis

a year ago

Thrilled to announce AlphaFold 3 which can predict the structures and interactions of nearly all of life’s molecules with state-of-the-art accuracy including proteins, DNA and RNA. Biology is a complex dynamical system so modeling interactions is crucial blog.google/technology/ai/…

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Federico Hernández @FedeJHernandez

a year ago

Very happy to share our last work with this amazing team @Jingbai_Li, @RCrespoOtero,@StevenLopez_neu and @saalgueroo. We applied machine learning accelerated nonadiabatic dynamics to give a complete picture of singlet fission mechanism in pentacene crystal. PyRAI2MD&fromage 💪🏽

Rachel Crespo-Otero @RCrespoOtero

a year ago

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UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering @UChicagoPME

2 years ago

Qubits made of protein? A new $2.75M @MooreFound grant will bolster Asst. Prof. Peter Maurer’s research into “a completely new class of qubits” that could track individual cancer cells, identify genetic conditions and revolutionize how we diagnose disease. pme.uchicago.edu/news/pme-led-r…

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Radio ADN @adnradiochile

2 years ago

Hito científico en Chile: investigadora de la Usach descubre y adapta cristal metal orgánico para almacenar energía adnradio.cl/2024/03/06/hit…

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The University of Chicago @UChicago

2 years ago

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, UChicago President Paul Alivisatos signed a quantum science partnership with President Ryu Hong Lim of Seoul National University and President Teruo Fujii of the University of Tokyo. Learn more: ms.spr.ly/6008ivYh2

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Paul Fairie @paulisci

2 years ago

A List of Predictions Made in 1924 About 2024 🧵

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UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering @UChicagoPME

2 years ago

In the latest episode of @ChicagoQuantum's “Quick Quantum: For High Schoolers” series, sponsored by @Boeing, Dean @nadya_mason discusses her career path and offers advice for students interested in pursuing an education in #physics and #quantum. - youtu.be/DNdB5UCa3lU?si…

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Ignacio Chi Durán @_chignacio

2 years ago

I'm happy to share my research with students at @NNVikings High School in the Chicago suburbs, motivating future STEM students! #STEM #ChicagoSTEM

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👑👩🏽‍🔬Dr. Mother of Astrocytes, PhD🧠🧬 @Ti_Enjoli

2 years ago

It’s not enough to be a good scientist. Your humanity and character must always come first. Always.

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Luciano A. Masullo @l_masu

2 years ago

ÅNGSTRÖM-RESOLUTION FLUORESCENCE MICROSCOPY. Can we do structural biology with an optical microscope? Yes! Check out how we resolved *single bases of DNA* and much more using fluorescence microscopy, out today in @Nature! nature.com/articles/s4158… @JungmannLab @MPI_Biochem

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Ignacio Chi Durán @_chignacio

4 years ago

My group published its first paper, and I'm glad because I had the opportunity to collaborate in this work. I'm looking forward to publish the next one soon :) pnas.org/content/119/8/…