ize industrial chemistry and dramatically reduce pollution, according to researchers. Known as ionic liquids, they are the subject of a major five-day symposium, April 1-5, featuring more than 80 papers. (IEC 1-5, 23-28, 48-65, 161-167, 190-196, 246-251, 276-282, 309-314, 345-350, 380-385 and 410-416; Sunday-Thursday, April 1-5.)

Monday, April 2

• Carbon dioxide storage could help offset global warming - In the wake of President Bush's mid-March decision not to seek mandatory reductions in carbon dioxide emissions, researchers will discuss R&D options for fighting global warming through carbon sequestration - storing CO2 in such places as the ocean, or converting it to rocks. A two-day symposium on the topic will be held April 2-3. (FUEL 16-23, 31-38, 47-54, 61-69; Monday-Tuesday, April 2-3. Embargoed until 8:45 a.m., April 2.)

• Egg-free flu vaccine - Austrian researchers have developed a flu vaccine that is made without egg proteins, which can trigger rare but potentially fatal allergic reactions in some people. It's faster to produce than egg-based vaccines and could help avert vaccine shortages during a large flu outbreak. The new vaccine has been tested in 2,500 volunteers and is expected to be available to consumers in Europe as early as next year. (BIOT 42, Monday, April 2, 9:00 a.m.)

• Risks and benefits of biotech crops - Plant biotechnology is lauded for its potential to reduce pesticide use and produce healthier foods, but is also accused of threatening human health and the environment in unforeseen ways. During a special one-day symposium, researchers will discuss recent advances in this powerful new technology. They also will look at the national and international political debate over biotech's use from the perspective of consumers, scientists and regulatory agencies. (AGFD 25-29 and 37-42; Monday, April 2.)

• Nobel Prize 100th anniversary: laureates look back and ahead<
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Contact: Charmayne Marsh
202-872-4445
American Chemical Society
5-Apr-2001


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