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At least two killed in explosion at German chemical disposal site

AN EXPLOSION at a hazardous chemical disposal site in Germany has killed at least two people, with an additional five people considered missing. Another 31 workers were injured, three seriously, one of whom sustained life-threatening injuries.

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Chemical engineers urge industry action to break cycle of accidents

INDUSTRY has to do more to ensure that it is learning lessons to help prevent it from repeating the same mistakes over and over again, said Jane Cutler.

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IChemE awards engineers for their work on process safety

SEVEN chemical engineers have been awarded medals for their outstanding contributions to process safety.

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Oxford spinout develops ‘atomic scissors’ for energy efficient chemical recycling

FOOD-GRADE plastics could be made from 100% recycled content, according to Oxford spinout Repolywise, which has developed a novel “atomic scissors” process to break down plastic waste.

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A Short History of Unintended Consequences

In his ongoing series looking at the history of chemical engineering, Martin Pitt considers the harm that chemical engineers have contributed to and the lessons we should keep in mind

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IChemE Matters: 'The Profession's View of the Profession'

Alexandra Meldrum introduces IChemE’s member-consulted report, “Engineering a Sustainable World – the Chemical Engineering Challenge”

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Materials: Upcycling – Making Plastic Waste Valuable

Amanda Jasi speaks to researchers working to realise novel chemical upcycling methods

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One dead in Spain chemical plant explosion

AN explosion at a small chemicals plant in Barcelona, Spain has killed one and injured 13 others, according to reports.

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Unlocking New Opportunities for Seamless Instrument Integration in Chemical Applications

ABB's David Bowers looks at how new technologies, including cloud computing, edge computing, and data networking, are helping to address some of the challenges of the chemical industry, from tackling communication barriers and reducing cost and complexity, to driving efficiency and safety

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IChemE awards Arup Gold Corporate Partner status

ICHEME has awarded Gold Corporate Partner status to Arup, an international company comprised of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists. This was in recognition of the company’s commitment to developing the chemical engineering profession.

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Elections: Be that Role Model

IChemE’s Presidential team urges you to inspire the next generation of chemical engineers

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Protecting Intellectual Property in the Chemical Engineering Field

Chloe Flower looks at new strategies for a developing sector

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Question Time: Health

Experts discuss the role of chemical engineers in the future health system

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AI in Chemical Engineering: Why Trust Matters as Much as Technology

Mo Zandi, Gihan Kuruppu and Brent Young argue that without cultural alignment, workforce engagement and ethical safeguards, AI adoption in process industries will falter

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IChemE medal winners announced

ENERGY experts and dedicated volunteers are among 26 chemical engineers being recognised by IChemE for outstanding contributions to the profession in industry and academia.

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Bread alert: chemical engineers reveal worst sandwiches for the climate

DO you want to do your bit for the climate at lunchtime? If so, chemical engineers say you should avoid ready-made sandwiches and go green by making your own.

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The Chemical & Process Engineering Expo, CHEMUK, returns this May

The UK trade show for process, control, and plant engineers returns on 10 and 11 May and is free to attend. Keynote speakers include senior members of IChemE.

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Drink it in

Martin Pitt looks back on the history of drinking water and chemical engineers’ contribution to it

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Chemical Engineers Delivering Climate Change Action

In the lead-up to COP26, Amanda Lake discusses how IChemE is delivering on its climate change commitments, what to look out for, and how you can get involved

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IChemE and Climate Change: Support for Chemical Engineering

Andrew Jamieson updates on how IChemE is ensuring that there are systems and resources available for professionals

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