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#iCeMS_Internship: Tackle global challenges in energy and the environment! Focus on the design of #PorousMaterials with Prof Susumu Kitagawa @KitagawaGroup. icems.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/news/11263/ #iCeMS #KyotoUniversity #CleanEnergy #BasicResearch #MOF youtu.be/f6aB4NbIxKM?si…

#BCNRF Attended at the BC Natural Resources Forum. Ready the full story here: linkedin.com/posts/hosseink…

Did you know NALS University of Northern British Columbia (@UNBC) can help identify and quantify volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and “unknowns” in complex samples using GC-MS/MS (triple quadrupole)? linkedin.com/posts/nalsunbc…

Northern Lights over Tombstone Mountain Park, Canada. 🇨🇦 🫎

"Don't follow the existing research." To truly make an impact, this year's chemistry laureate Susumu Kitagawa advises young scientists to think independently and follow their own path. Kitagawa was awarded the Nobel Prize for his work developing MOFs, porous materials which are able to store and release small molecules, in an amazing array of uses. Learn more: nobelprize.org/prizes/chemist…

@WestJet WS3424 (YVR→YXS) was cancelled Dec 18. At YVR I was told to collect 3 bags and “wait for email.” Got only a $15 voucher. Phone/chat were a dead end; today after ~2 hrs on hold my call was disconnected. Escalate + provide a clear reimbursement/claim path (DM for details)

Steve Jobs's famous quote, 'You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards,' emphasizes trusting life's journey

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” This quote by #Einstein offers a simple yet profound lesson about life, resilience & growth. This message continues to resonate with people navigating uncertainty, change & everyday challenges

Enjoyed the wonderful Nobel Week in Stockholm. Congratulations again to our big boss Susumu Kitagawa, and other Chemistry Laureates Omar Yaghi and Richard Robson.

Thank you @UNBC interim President for visiting @nalsunbc and @matterunbc lab. See the link: linkedin.com/posts/hosseink…

Medal for metal–organic frameworks nature.com/articles/s4416…

Grateful to welcome Blaine, Paul & Cynthia from the Tsilhqot’in National Government to @nalsunbc & our biopolymer/@matterunbc lab @ @UNBC today. Great discussions on supporting the Nen Plan through water/soil/air monitoring & community-driven research. Sechanelyagh! #UNBC

As an immigrant to Canada, I have proudly called this country home since 2009. I can personally attest to the warmth, kindness, and generosity of the Canadian people. I am grateful, privileged, and proud to call Canada home. 🇨🇦 #ProudToBeCanadian #ImmigrantExperience #Kindness

Through the development of metal–organic frameworks, 2025 chemistry laureates Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar Yaghi have provided chemists with new opportunities for solving some of the challenges we face. Following the laureates’ groundbreaking discoveries, researchers have created numerous different and functional metal–organic frameworks (MOF). So far, in most cases, the materials have only been used on a small scale. To harness the benefits of MOF materials for humanity, many companies are now investing in their mass production and commercialisation. Some have succeeded. For example, the electronics industry can now use MOF materials to contain some of the toxic gases required to produce semiconductors. Another MOF can instead break down harmful gases, including some that can be used as chemical weapons. Numerous companies are also testing materials that can capture carbon dioxide from factories and power stations, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some researchers believe that metal–organic frameworks have such huge potential that they will be the material of the twenty-first century. On 8 December, our three 2025 chemistry laureates will be sharing more about their research into MOFs in their Nobel Prize lectures. Tune into our live stream at nobelprize.org to find out more.

First snow-shovelling of the season after returning to Canada from my sabbatical ❄️🧹 Cold hands, warm heart, and a wintery Prince George morning to start it off. Nothing feels more Canadian than this! 🇨🇦☀️ @matterunbc @nalsunbc #PrinceGeorge #CanadaWinter #BackHome #SnowDay

Scan the QR codes to read some of the stories of my Year-long #sabbatical journey, visiting amazing universities and research institutions around the world 🌍. Thank you all who hosted me and made my sabbatical unique and rewarding 🙏💪🤝✈️🌎 @matterunbc @nalsunbc @UNBC

I will be talking about Porous Materials Driving Environmental Sustainability at @UPTuks (Nov 7, 2025 ) up.ac.za/chemistry/news…

Spoke at #Keio_University #YIL's International Coffee Break on “Climbing the Ladder Twice: Science with a Passport.” I shared snapshots from @UNBC's @matterunbc & @nalsunbc. Excited to return to YIL on Oct 29. ありがとうございました, Keio YIL! #ScienceWithAPassport #Mentorship

UNBC shines in Maclean's university rankings! UNBC is ranked No. 2 in Canada in its category in the latest rankings. This is the fifth straight year that UNBC is in the top two. Read more about the results: unbc.ca/our-stories/st…

The 2025 #NobelPrize in Chemistry has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi for their pioneering work on metal–organic frameworks (MOFs)! 🧪✨ A huge moment for the MOF community — and an inspiring boost for our team at @matterunbc working on MOFs!