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This method uses polymer modifications to tune enzyme activity for increased solubility in non-native solvents.

���Ҵ�ý�ƽ������ researchers have demonstrated the use of polymer modification to modulate the interactions of enzymes with non-native solvents specifically. This allows rational tuning of the interactions of the enzyme-polymer conjugate with the solvent in a thermoresponsive manner within a desired temperature range. By rationally altering the composition of the polymer, the solubility and temperature of the phase separation can be quantitatively controlled and tuned. This approach ultimately permits exploiting the advantages of homogeneous (high activity, low diffusional limitations) and heterogeneous (recyclability) biocatalysis in non-native solvents. 

This device is easy to produce, cheaper and efficient, with a modular nature that makes swapping liquid crystal cells and PCB boards easy.

CU researchers have developed a phased array system with liquid crystal as a phase shift medium. This technology allows for antenna design for higher frequencies over conventional phase shift technology. This opens the way to create small, compact systems that can be utilized in new areas, including self-driving vehicles, hand-held secure communication devices and robot guidance systems. They also developed a new “flip-chip” method for assembling the antenna. This allows for the separation of glass liquid crystal cells from the PCB used for the associated antenna electronics. This gives the entire assembly a modular nature making it easy to swap liquid crystal cells and/or the PCB boards.

Contact Nicole (Forsberg) Sheppard, business development executive for Venture Partners.

Application Deadline Friday, Oct. 25
Program Nov. 1-15, Virtually

Starting Blocks equips innovators from any research or community institution with the tools and resources needed to bring their innovations to those in need and enhance their competitiveness for funding.

Physical Sciences Showcase: Oct. 23, 5:30-8 p.m.     
BioSciences Showcase: Oct. 24, 5:30-8 p.m. 
Founder Central by Sweater

Join us at the Lab Venture Challenge (LVC) Showcases, where fourteen teams of top innovators from CU will pitch to a panel of judges and a live audience for grants of up to $125,000—$1.25 million in total funding will be awarded!

Rolling application: —Encouraging investments in Colorado advanced industries businesses by incentivizing investors with state income tax credits. 

Sept. 16-20: —Built by the community for the community, Denver Startup Week is a celebration of everything entrepreneurial in Denver and is the largest free event of its kind.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 (deadline): —Celebrating the cleantech community and honoring the creativity, innovation, and dedication to a cleaner energy future.

Oct. 14-18: —Join us for a live, virtual and free event featuring panels and breakout sessions with the founders and venture capitalists inventing our decarbonized future, plus a powerful VC-Founder Matchup for qualified participants.

Monday, Dec. 16 (deadline) —Supports collaborative, community-engaged initiatives to develop and implement scalable solutions to climate-related challenges by translating recent research advancements in climate and Earth system science into practical applications.