Chemistry Newsletter - 03/23/1998

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Department of Chemisty Newsletter

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CONGRATULATIONS TO CATHY MIDDLECAMP!!

Faculty Associate Catherine Middlecamp has been selected as a University of Wisconsin-Madison Teaching Academy Fellow. The induction ceremony for new Fellows will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29, 1998, at the University Club, 803 State Street. Congratulations CATHY!!

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*****ATTENTION WINDOWS 95/NT USERS*****

As many of you are aware, on Monday March 2nd, a number of institutions around the country were the subject of an internet attack which crashed networked PC's running Windows. Among those affected were a number of computers in our department. Machines running either Windows 95 or NT may be vulnerable, but there are patches available to fix this. The following paragraphs, from network security organizations explain the nature of the problem and provide web sources for fixing it.

Denial of service attacks targeting Windows 95/NT machines.

This special edition of the CERT Summary reports that "denial of service attacks" targeting a vulnerability in the Microsoft TCP/IP stack. We have received reports from a number of sites and incident response teams indicating that a large number of machines were affected. The attacks involve sending a pair of malformed IP fragments which are reassembled into an invalid UDP datagram. The invalid UDP datagram causes the target machine to go into an unstable state. Once in an unstable state, the target machine either halts or crashes. We have received reports that some machines crashed with a blue screen while others rebooted. Attack tools known by such names as NewTear, Bonk, and Boink have been previously used to exploit this vulnerability against individual hosts; however, in this instance, the attacker used a modified tool to automatically attack a large number of hosts. The solution to protect Windows 95 and NT machines from this attack is to apply the appropriate Microsoft patch. The Microsoft patch, as wel1 as more information about the vulnerability, can be found in the January 1998 Microsoft Market Bulletin entitled, "New Teardrop-like TCP/IP Denial of Service Program" available from: http://www.microsoft.com/security/newtear2.htm. Although the first instance of this attack, which started March 2, 1998 appears to be over, keep in mind that the tools to launch this attack are now available and we expect to see more incidents of this type. Windows 95 users accessing the UTP are given a choice of patches, depending on what version of Winsock is in use. If you aren't sure what version you're using, you will want to download and run ws2setup.exe first. It will tell you if you need the other patch, vipup11.exe. There are also patches available at this site for both versions of NT.

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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY - CUMULATIVE EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

Room 1361, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

1998

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INORGANIC CUMULATIVE EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

Exams are held on Saturdays beginning at 9:00 a.m., in Room 2373.

1998

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ATTENTION GRADUATE STUDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES:

MINOR AGREEMENT FORMS: The Graduate School requires that the minor program be outlined in an agreement which is approved by the Department no later than halfway through completion of the sequence minor courses. The minor requirement must be completed by the end of the third year of graduate school. Minor agreement forms are available in Room 1315.

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University of Wisconsin-Madison Chemistry Department Departmental Colloquia

1997-1998

First Fridays of the Month

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SEMINARS

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Tuesday, March 24^th, 1998 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Sunney Xie, Battelle Pacific Northwest Labs. "Imaging, Spectroscopy and Dynamics of Single Molecules, Single Proteins and Biological Membranes"

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Tuesday, March 24^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor John Ellman, UC-Berkeley.

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Wednesday, March 25^th, 1998 - Genetics Colloquium Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Auditorium Genetics/Biotech Building. Tom Cline, UC-Berkeley. "Sex Determination in Drosophila"

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Wednesday, March 25^th, 1998 - Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Dr. William Tumas, Los Alamos National Lab. "Homogeneous Catalysis in Dense Phase Fluids: Towards Solvent Replacement and Selectivity Enhancement Using Carbon Dioxide"

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Thursday, March 26^th, 1998 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Dan Besemann, Graduate Student.

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Thursday, March 26^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Laura Harper, Graduate Student.

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Thursday, March 26^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 a.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Erick Carreira, California Institute of Technology.

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Thursday, March 26^th, 1998 - Materials Science Seminar, 4:00 p.m., 3345 Engineering Hall. Dr. Jerry Liedl, Purdue. "Role of Oxygen Partial Pressure in Texture Development of Lead Zinconate Titanate Thin Films"

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Tuesday, March 31^st, 1998 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Jingwen Ma, Graduate Student. "Neutron Reflectivity and Polymer Monolayers at the Air/Water Interface"

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Temple University - Summer Science Research Program 1998.

Goal: To involve undergraduate science students, including members of groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, in ongoing research projects as preparation for entry to graduate school and careers in the sciences.

Program: Up to ten undergraduate students will be selected to participate in a 10 week program designed to provide participants with extensive "hands on" research experience in one of the following areas: Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Geology, and Physics. Students will also participate in weekly seminars on research methods and results. In these seminars, faculty members will present their ongoing research in ways that will illustrate the differences and similarities in research methods among various disciplines.

Duration: May 26 - July 31, 1998

Requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate science majors and U.S. citizens or permanent residents. We encourage members from groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, including women, African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, and Pacific Islanders. Applicants should have completed three years of undergraduate work by the start of the program. Especially strong applicants who have completed only two years will also be considered.

Application Procedure: Applications will consist of a completed application form, a transcript, letters of recommendation, and an essay. The deadline for applications is April 10, 1998. Additional information can also be obtained from: Karen Addison-Williams, The Graduate School , 501 Carnell Hall, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122, Phone: (215) 204-3535.

Or you may access the WEB page for the Summer Science Research Program via the Graduate School's home page at: www.temple.edu/grad. Go to listing under Research Opportunities.

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FACULTY POSITIONS/TEMPORARY FACULTY/ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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The Colorado College invites applications for a sabbatical replacement position in academic year 1998-99, with high probability of appointment for a second year. Primary teaching responsibility will be in general and Analytical chemistry, including a team-taught course in bioanalytical A strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level is required. The College and the Chemistry Department would like to increase the participation of women and minorities in the sciences, and we strongly encourage applicants who share this concern. Ph.D. is preferred, but applicants who are close to completing the degree are also welcome. (Appointment will be at Instructor level if doctoral degree has not been completed.) Applicants should submit a letter of introduction which includes a statement of teaching philosophy, a resume, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Department of Chemistry, The Colorado College, 14 E. Cache La Poudre, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 by April 6, 1998.

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The Department Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the area of organic polymer chemistry to begin August 31, 1998. The 18 member department is well equipped and has received significant industrial support for polymer chemistry teaching and research. We are seeking an individual who will establish an outstanding record of teaching and undergraduate research. Instructional responsibilities will include undergraduate polymer chemistry and organic chemistry. Some teaching in general chemistry may also be required. Chemistry Ph.D. requirements in organic or polymer chemistry must be completed by start date. Postdoctoral, teaching, and/or industrial experience is desirable . Send curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial review), three original letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness and research productivity/potential to: Dr. Bruce Osterby, Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse, LaCrosse,WI 54601, http:\\www.uwlax.edu. All materials must be received by March 31, 1998.

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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Central Michigan seeks two persons to fill one-year positions, beginning August, 1998. Teaching duties are at the introductory level. One position is full time and involves the two-semester Introduction to Chemistry, taken by most science students; the course includes lab. The other is two-thirds time and is in the one-semester Survey of Chemistry. The M.S. degree in Chemistry is required; some prior lecturing experience is required for Introduction to Chemistry. ABD or Ph.D. is preferred. Research with undergraduates is possible. Successful candidates holding the Ph.D. in Chemistry, and having post-doctoral experience, may be eligible to apply for a tenure track position expected to begin August, 1999. Interested candidates should send a current resume, statement of teaching interests, and copies of transcripts, and arrange for three letters of recommendation, all to be sent to: Professor John P. Lorand, Chair, Department of Chemistry, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859. Screening will begin April 13, 1998, and continue until the positions are filled.

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The St. Olaf College Chemist Department invites applications for two one-year Assistant Professor positions starting September 1, 1998. Applicants should hold the PhD. degree in chemistry or anticipate completing it before September 1, 1998. Area of expertise is open, but the department has specific needs in Inorganic and Physical chemistry during 1998-1999. St Olaf College is seeking an individual with strong interest in quality undergraduate teaching and commitment to liberal arts education. Persons applying for this position should provide a curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and a statement of teaching philosophy. In addition, applicants should request that letters of reference be provided by three persons who are well acquainted with the applicant's professional qualifications. Applicants should, when possible, submit evidence of teaching experience and request those submitting reference to comment on leading performance and potential. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Professor Gay Mincer, Chair, Chemistry Department, St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Avenue, Northfield, MN 55057-109B. Phone: (507) 646-3105/3104, e-mail: miessler@stolaf.edu. Review of completed applications will been on March 30^th, 1998 and will continue until the positions are filled.

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Bowdoin College. The Chemistry Department seeks Ph.D. applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor position in physical chemistry beginning August 1998. Applicants must possess a strong commitment to undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential to develop a strong, productive research program. The successful candidate will be expected to teach core physical chemistry and entry-level chemistry courses, offer advanced courses, and establish a vigorous research program involving chemistry majors. Preference also will be given to candidates with teaching and research interests in interdisciplinary areas of physical chemistry. The department occupies newly renovated space as part of a new science center completed in August 1997. Bowdoin is a highly selective, coeducational, undergraduate, liberal arts college located 2 hours north of Boston on the Maine coast. Further information about Bowdoin and the department is available on the World Wide Web (www.bowdoin.edu). Applicants should send a vita, a summary of proposed research, a statement on teaching philosophy, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to: Jeffrey K. Nagle, Chair, Department of Chemistry, 6600 College Station, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine 04011-8466. Review of applications will begin 13 October 1997.

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Oakwood College, Department of Chemistry, invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, beginning summer 1998. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Analytical, Inorganic, Material Science (with a chemistry emphasis), Organic or Physical Chemistry, a balanced interest, and strong commitment to excellence, in teaching and research. Duties include teaching undergraduate courses, supervising research projects and advising. Interested persons should send their curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, research interests and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Kenneth LaiHing Chair, Department of Chemistry Oakwood College Huntsville, AL 35896 tel. (205) 726-7112 e-mail: laihing@oakwood.edu.

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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University of Michigan. Immediate opening for a post-doctoral research associate whose duties will include the preparation and characterization of supported catalysts for the F/Cl exchange conversion of HCFCs to environmentally benign HFCs. Catalysts will be tested in a bench-scale flow reactor and in a multi-bed differential flow reactor. The successful candidate will be an energetic, self-motivated individual with a recent Ph.D. in chemistry and experience in anaerobic synthesis and safe handling of corrosive liquids and gases, e.g., HF and strong Lewis acids. Experience in heterogeneous catalyst preparation and characterization (TPD, SEM, XPS) is desirable. Three letters of recommendation required. The University of Michigan and Elf Aquitaine are Equal Opportunity Employers. Contact: Prof. M. David Curtis, Department of Chemistry, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1055, e-mail: mdcurtis@umich.edu, or Dr. Jacques Bodelle, Vice President R&D Elf Aquitaine, Inc. 1899 L Street N.W., Suite 500, Washington, D. C., e-mail: jbodelle@ix.netcom.com.

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Professor Richard C. Larock, of Iowa State University presently has funding available to support a postdoctoral fellow. He is looking for a real leader, who is interested in organopalladium methodology, olefin metathesis and the synthesis of industrially useful new oils and biopolymers. The candidate should immediately send me transcripts of their academic record and three letters of recommendation from people who know them well, commenting specifically on the candidates intellectual and laboratory skills, work ethic, English skills and leadership ability. Send all information to: Richard C. Larock, Professor of Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, 2751 Gilman Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011-3111, E-mail: larock@iastate.edu, Fax: (515) 294-0105, Phone: (515) 294-4660.

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A Postdoctoral position is available immediately at Eli Lilly and Company for an individual interested in participating in a collaborative research project at the Lilly Research Laboratories, Indianapolis, IN and the Center for Interfacial Engineering (CIE) at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN. The focus of this research effort is exploring the crystallization of pharmaceutical solids, with an emphasis on controlling polymorphism. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in one or more of the following areas: physical and/or organic chemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering. Experience in spectroscopy, crystallography, computational chemistry, or microscopy is desired. This one year appointment is renewable for a second. Apply to: Michael D. Ward, Professor, Director of Graduate Studies, Materials Science, Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, University of Minnesota, Amundson Hall, 421 Washington Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455, PHONE: (612) 625-3062, FAX: (612) 626-7246 ,EMAIL: wardx004@maroon.tc.umn.edu.

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DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE IN ROOM 1380.

NEXT NEWSLETTER IS ON MARCH 30^th, 1998.