Unlocking the Secrets of a 16th-Century Masterpiece

Beneath the visible brushstrokes of a 16th-century painting lies a story waiting to be told. Michelle Carlin, Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Rutgers-Camden and faculty in the Chemistry and Molecular Technology MS program, teamed up with co-author Nicola Grimaldi to reveal an extraordinary hidden nativity scene. Their research, published in Forensic Science… continue reading

Innovation Recognized: Honoring Breakthrough Patent Achievements

Beneath the Rutgers President’s Tent in New Brunswick, the inaugural Rutgers Innovation Awards banquet brought together the university’s brightest minds to celebrate groundbreaking achievements in research and innovation. The event recognized individuals who had secured U.S. patents during fiscal years 2023 and 2024, as well as researchers whose work exemplifies the potential to transform lives… continue reading

Chemistry Research Takes the Scenic Route to Switzerland

The scenic city of St. Gallen, Switzerland, provided a fitting stage for innovative research from Rutgers University–Camden. At the International Association of Forensic Toxicologists (TIAFT) 2024 conference, Chemistry and Molecular Technology MS student Hannah Todd presented her study on CBD product labeling and content variation. Guided by Dr. Michelle Carlin, Assistant Professor in the Department… continue reading

Pigments, Fellowships, & Big Dreams: A Story of Academic Excellence

What do renewable energy, chemical safety, and a mid-century painting titled “Haiku” have in common? They’ve all been part of Ashley Scavuzzo’s academic journey at Rutgers-Camden. As a graduate student in the Chemistry MS program and a participant in the accelerated BS/MS program, Ashley has explored groundbreaking research and collaborated with leading conservation scientists. Recognized… continue reading

Chemistry & Computer Science Drive Forensic Innovation

Forensic crime labs around the world are gaining access to a powerful new tool. NOCIt, a computational breakthrough from Rutgers-Camden researchers Catherine M. Grgicak, Henry Rutgers Chair and Associate Professor of Chemistry, and Desmond Lun, Professor and Department Chair of Computer Science, provides a highly accurate method for determining the number of DNA contributors in… continue reading