Flow Chemistry: The TARDIS of synthetic chemical techniques
A hallmark of the BBC’s beloved Doctor Who series is the space and time-travelling blue police box known as the TARDIS, which is often described as ‘bigger on the inside.’ What if there were a chemistry technique that shared the same sentiment? Allow me to introduce you to Continuous Flow Chemistry or CFC. It may…
The Chemistry of Relationships
What gives relationships their staying power? Trust? Reliability? Communication? We believe in, and adhere to, each of these qualities especially when it comes to our employees and clients. And because we are a company of invention and collaboration, we also take great pride in building long-term relationships between our clients and their Adesis chemistry teams….
Meet COO Helen Stimson
Leading our Operational Growth in Contract Research Capabilities Meet our Chief Operating Officer, Helen Stimson. Her role at Adesis is a testament to our commitment to expanding our horizons, which means more possibilities and new services and capabilities for our clients. On June 1, 2020, Helen took up the reins as Adesis’ first COO. She…
New Year, New Brain.
Everyone loves a new year. Another opportunity to ‘start fresh.’ For some that might mean eating better, working out more or learning a new skill. A more active and healthier life isn’t just good for your body; your brain needs an exercise regimen as well. So says neurosurgeon and CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay…
Top 5 Science Stories of 2020: Chemistry Countdown
Panda Photo source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/news/his-name-xiao-qi-ji The primary directive at Adesis is to deliver outstanding contract chemical research services to our clients. At the foundation of that goal is our dedicated staff of chemists. Each one started off in their own way with an inherent interest in science. With all the focus this year on physical distancing…
The Chemistry Behind Your Holiday Dinner
The holidays are upon us and with that comes the traditional holiday dinner. Here’s to molecules, compounds and Maillard reactions! While most chefs are whipping up mashed potatoes or glazing a spiral ham, the chemist chef is busy determining which foods will yield the perfect reaction from friends and family. At Adesis, we are keenly…
Pandemics and Predictions
2020 has been a strange year… At the start, it was difficult to predict how the global pandemic might affect Contract Research Organizations (CROs) like Adesis as COVID spread throughout our society. Temperature checks, masks, physical distancing, and staggered shifts to limit physical contact, all common practices now, are just a few of the changes…
Feeding the Talent Pipeline: the Adesis Commitment to STEM
Any beneficial reaction or advancement starts with a good base – a foundation on which to build upon. Our foundation doesn’t start with one idea or one person, it starts with a lot of them, working towards one objective — making chemistry better. That’s why when we recruit, we look for a combination of aptitude…
Congratulations to the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry awardees, Drs. Charpentier and Doudna
Congratulations to Drs. Charpentier and Doudna on receiving the 2020 Nobel Prize in Chemistry as well as being the first two women to share a Nobel prize! Their award-winning research regarding CRISPR technologies has provided an efficient tool for scientists to alter the DNA of animals, plants and microorganisms. Drs. Charpentier and Doudna were able…
Meet Us at OutsourcedPharma San Diego
Meet Adesis at OutsourcedPharma – San Diego, CA