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Events

P-Chem & Environmental Seminar- Toyin Abidemi Sunday (Margulis group)

Monday, March 23, 2026 12:30pm
Chemistry Building

Excess Electrons in Ionic Liquids

Physical & Environmental Chemistry Seminar- Toyin Sunday (Margulis Group)

Monday, March 23, 2026 12:30pm
Chemistry Building

"Excess Electrons in Ionic Liquids"

Organic Seminar- Anusha Manganahalli (Williams group)

Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:30pm
Chemistry Building
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