Amrit Venkatesh
@amrit-venkatesh.bsky.social
He/his | Assistant Professor of Chemistry | University of Virginia | Solid-state NMR spectroscopy of materials and pharmaceuticals | Cofounder of Global NMR @globalnmr.bsky.social | Enjoys outdoors & music; vegetarian | Views are my own
The deadline for the UVA Chemistry PhD program is Dec 1. Learn more about our program & apply here:
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My lab is looking to recruit a PhD student starting 08/2026; come join us! Experience in magnetic resonance is not required.
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My lab is looking to recruit a PhD student starting 08/2026; come join us! Experience in magnetic resonance is not required.
#NMRchat #chemsky
Applying to the PhD Program
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November 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
The deadline for the UVA Chemistry PhD program is Dec 1. Learn more about our program & apply here:
chemistry.as.virginia.edu/applying-phd...
My lab is looking to recruit a PhD student starting 08/2026; come join us! Experience in magnetic resonance is not required.
#NMRchat #chemsky
chemistry.as.virginia.edu/applying-phd...
My lab is looking to recruit a PhD student starting 08/2026; come join us! Experience in magnetic resonance is not required.
#NMRchat #chemsky
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The big day of our HybriD3 Theory Training Workshop is almost here!
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Thank you to everyone who is coming and looking forward to seeing you there! Thank you to NSF-DMREF, NCShare & Rhodes IID for support!
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Thank you to everyone who is coming and looking forward to seeing you there! Thank you to NSF-DMREF, NCShare & Rhodes IID for support!
2025 HybriD3 Materials Theory Training Workshop
The 2025 HybriD3 Theory Training Workshop will be held at Duke University on November 21 and 22, 2025. The workshop is aimed at graduate students and postdocs entering the field; senior undergraduate ...
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November 21, 2025 at 12:46 AM
The big day of our HybriD3 Theory Training Workshop is almost here!
hybrid3.duke.edu/workshops/20...
Thank you to everyone who is coming and looking forward to seeing you there! Thank you to NSF-DMREF, NCShare & Rhodes IID for support!
hybrid3.duke.edu/workshops/20...
Thank you to everyone who is coming and looking forward to seeing you there! Thank you to NSF-DMREF, NCShare & Rhodes IID for support!
It was a pleasure hosting Prof. Jochen Autschbach from University at Buffalo, who gave the Schatz lecture last Friday at UVA Chemistry! We enjoyed learning more about the latest in molecular DFT of heavy elements and NMR properties.
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Jochen Autschbach
Research Interests: Computational and theoretical chemistry: Simulation of molecular spectra, optical activity, molecular vibrations, NMR, electron paramagnetism, organic molecules, metal complexes, h...
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November 19, 2025 at 12:57 AM
It was a pleasure hosting Prof. Jochen Autschbach from University at Buffalo, who gave the Schatz lecture last Friday at UVA Chemistry! We enjoyed learning more about the latest in molecular DFT of heavy elements and NMR properties.
arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/chemistry/fa...
#NMRchat #chemsky
arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/chemistry/fa...
#NMRchat #chemsky
Our recent work in collaboration led by the Emsley group is now available open access on @angewandtechemie.bsky.social :
If you are thinking about doing DNP NMR pick a biradical polarizing agent:
doi.org/10.1002/anie...
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
If you are thinking about doing DNP NMR pick a biradical polarizing agent:
doi.org/10.1002/anie...
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
Systematic Evaluation of Polarizing Agents for Dynamic Nuclear Polarization Enhanced NMR
Thirty-two polarizing agents consisting of dinitroxide and hetero biradicals are compared at magnetic fields of 9.4 T, 14.1 T, and 21.1 T, in organic and aqueous solvents. Their detailed enhancement ...
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November 18, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Our recent work in collaboration led by the Emsley group is now available open access on @angewandtechemie.bsky.social :
If you are thinking about doing DNP NMR pick a biradical polarizing agent:
doi.org/10.1002/anie...
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
If you are thinking about doing DNP NMR pick a biradical polarizing agent:
doi.org/10.1002/anie...
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
Our latest work is out in @jacs.acspublications.org where we look at defects in UiO-66 MOFs using solid-state NMR and XAFS.
In collaboration led by Prof. Yining Huang's group and work carried out @nationalmaglab.bsky.social :
pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10....
#NMRchat #chemsky
In collaboration led by Prof. Yining Huang's group and work carried out @nationalmaglab.bsky.social :
pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10....
#NMRchat #chemsky
pubs.acs.org
November 18, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Our latest work is out in @jacs.acspublications.org where we look at defects in UiO-66 MOFs using solid-state NMR and XAFS.
In collaboration led by Prof. Yining Huang's group and work carried out @nationalmaglab.bsky.social :
pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10....
#NMRchat #chemsky
In collaboration led by Prof. Yining Huang's group and work carried out @nationalmaglab.bsky.social :
pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10....
#NMRchat #chemsky
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September 26, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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First copies of my book are here!! As a new faculty member, I realized that in addition to my research job, I also had a leadership job…and I wasn’t prepared for that.
This book is the guide I wish I’d had then, with the goal of helping others now.
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This book is the guide I wish I’d had then, with the goal of helping others now.
jenheemstra.com/book
July 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM
First copies of my book are here!! As a new faculty member, I realized that in addition to my research job, I also had a leadership job…and I wasn’t prepared for that.
This book is the guide I wish I’d had then, with the goal of helping others now.
jenheemstra.com/book
This book is the guide I wish I’d had then, with the goal of helping others now.
jenheemstra.com/book
Our work in collaboration led by Gaurav Giri (UVA) is out! Here we look at Polymer-MOF composite films using 1H and 13C solid-state NMR spectroscopy carried out @nationalmaglab.bsky.social where we probe polymer penetration.
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Fabrication of Piezoelectric Polymer and Metal–Organic Framework Composite Thin Films Using Solution Shearing
Polymer-metal–organic framework (polymer-MOF) composites have garnered significant interest as polymers can enhance the processability and industrial applicability of MOFs. Thin films of these composi...
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July 28, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Our work in collaboration led by Gaurav Giri (UVA) is out! Here we look at Polymer-MOF composite films using 1H and 13C solid-state NMR spectroscopy carried out @nationalmaglab.bsky.social where we probe polymer penetration.
pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
#NMRchat #chemsky
pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
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If you are looking for a full time position in dynamic nuclear polarization, solid-state NMR and EPR spectroscopy, apply soon!
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#NMRchat #EPR #chemsky
Please RT. We are looking for a Research Scientist to join us at UVA Chemistry with experience in NMR or EPR spectroscopy! The scientist will facilitate applications of solid-state NMR and EPR in chemistry and biology.
Apply: jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0...
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Research Scientist in Chemistry in Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America | Research at University of Virginia
Apply for Research Scientist in Chemistry job with University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America. Research at University of Virginia
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July 28, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Please RT. We are looking for a Research Scientist to join us at UVA Chemistry with experience in NMR or EPR spectroscopy! The scientist will facilitate applications of solid-state NMR and EPR in chemistry and biology.
Apply: jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0...
#chemsky #NMRchat #EPR
Apply: jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0...
#chemsky #NMRchat #EPR
Research Scientist in Chemistry in Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America | Research at University of Virginia
Apply for Research Scientist in Chemistry job with University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America. Research at University of Virginia
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July 1, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Please RT. We are looking for a Research Scientist to join us at UVA Chemistry with experience in NMR or EPR spectroscopy! The scientist will facilitate applications of solid-state NMR and EPR in chemistry and biology.
Apply: jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0...
#chemsky #NMRchat #EPR
Apply: jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0...
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Reposted by Amrit Venkatesh
Postdoctoral Research Associate (NMR and DFT in catalysis) Prof. Amrit Venkatesh @amrit-venkatesh.bsky.social The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs/job/... #NMRjobs #NMRchat #NMR 🧲
Research Associate in Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in the laboratory of Prof. Amrit Venkatesh. The postdoc will engage i...
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June 17, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Postdoctoral Research Associate (NMR and DFT in catalysis) Prof. Amrit Venkatesh @amrit-venkatesh.bsky.social The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs/job/... #NMRjobs #NMRchat #NMR 🧲
Please RT. My lab is looking to hire a postdoc to develop applications of solid-state NMR in catalysis. The project will involve significant work on fast MAS & DNP NMR methods.
Apply here: uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs/job/...
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Research Associate in Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia (UVA) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in the laboratory of Prof. Amrit Venkatesh. The postdoc will engage i...
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June 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Please RT. My lab is looking to hire a postdoc to develop applications of solid-state NMR in catalysis. The project will involve significant work on fast MAS & DNP NMR methods.
Apply here: uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs/job/...
#NMRchat #chemsky
Apply here: uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs/job/...
#NMRchat #chemsky
Our latest study on DNP biradicals at 9.4, 14.1 and 21.1 T is out! This was a major collaboration between 6 labs.
Congratulations to REU student Ivanska Gierbolini-Colón on having her summer work published!
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Congratulations to REU student Ivanska Gierbolini-Colón on having her summer work published!
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Systematic Evaluation of Polarizing Agents for Dynamic Nuclear Polarization Enhanced NMR
Dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) can significantly enhance the sensitivity of NMR spectroscopy, via the transfer of polarization from unpaired electrons to nuclei. As a result, there is considerabl...
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May 29, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Our latest study on DNP biradicals at 9.4, 14.1 and 21.1 T is out! This was a major collaboration between 6 labs.
Congratulations to REU student Ivanska Gierbolini-Colón on having her summer work published!
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Congratulations to REU student Ivanska Gierbolini-Colón on having her summer work published!
#NMRchat #chemsky @nationalmaglab.bsky.social
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
Had a great time at the Canadian Society for Analytical Sciences & Spectroscopy meeting (csass.org/ICASS.html). Thanks to Prof. Gang Wu for the invitation to present our work!
Congratulations to Prof. Yining Huang (Western Uni.) on receiving the Gerhard Herzberg Award.
#NMRchat
Congratulations to Prof. Yining Huang (Western Uni.) on receiving the Gerhard Herzberg Award.
#NMRchat
May 29, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Had a great time at the Canadian Society for Analytical Sciences & Spectroscopy meeting (csass.org/ICASS.html). Thanks to Prof. Gang Wu for the invitation to present our work!
Congratulations to Prof. Yining Huang (Western Uni.) on receiving the Gerhard Herzberg Award.
#NMRchat
Congratulations to Prof. Yining Huang (Western Uni.) on receiving the Gerhard Herzberg Award.
#NMRchat
NMR facility manager position at University of Louisville
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Research Resource Facilities Specialist IV
Department: Chemistry Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Job Req ID: R106809 Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Virology or...
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May 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM
NMR facility manager position at University of Louisville
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Video presentations from the Global NMR Discussion Meetings are available on our YouTube channel!
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These lectures by leading researchers cover topics in solid-state NMR, MAS, EPR, and DNP. Stay tuned for insightful discussions!
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These lectures by leading researchers cover topics in solid-state NMR, MAS, EPR, and DNP. Stay tuned for insightful discussions!
#NMRchat
Global NMR Discussion Meetings
Video presentations from the Global NMR Discussion Meetings will be uploaded on this channel. These videos are educative lectures by researchers working in various NMR groups. The talks will primarily...
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November 26, 2024 at 5:04 PM
Video presentations from the Global NMR Discussion Meetings are available on our YouTube channel!
www.youtube.com/@GlobalNMRDi...
These lectures by leading researchers cover topics in solid-state NMR, MAS, EPR, and DNP. Stay tuned for insightful discussions!
#NMRchat
www.youtube.com/@GlobalNMRDi...
These lectures by leading researchers cover topics in solid-state NMR, MAS, EPR, and DNP. Stay tuned for insightful discussions!
#NMRchat
Congratulations to Zhehong Gan @nationalmaglab.bsky.social! Well-deserved recognition for his seminal work in solid-state NMR including development of many modern pulse sequences & applications in high magnetic fields and quadrupolar nuclei, vital in materials science!
#NMRchat #chemsky
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Dr. Zhehong Gan @nationalmaglab.bsky.social has been awarded the 2025 Günther Laukien Prize @brukercorporation.bsky.social #ENCISMAR2025 for his significant contributions to NMR & developing advanced techniques for studying complex materials www.bruker.com/en/news-and-... #NMRnews #NMRchat 🧲
Drs. Zhehong Gan and Irene Marco-Rius Receive Prestigious Awards at the Joint ENC-ISMAR Conference 2025
ASILOMAR, California – April 7, 2025 – At this year's Joint ENC-ISMAR Conference 2025, two distinguished scientists have been recognized for their groundbreaking research contributions to the field of...
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April 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Congratulations to Zhehong Gan @nationalmaglab.bsky.social! Well-deserved recognition for his seminal work in solid-state NMR including development of many modern pulse sequences & applications in high magnetic fields and quadrupolar nuclei, vital in materials science!
#NMRchat #chemsky
#NMRchat #chemsky
Join us if you are at ENC-ISMAR! We have two excellent speakers giving talks on paper and grant writing today.
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#NMRchat #ENCISMAR2025
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April 7, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Join us if you are at ENC-ISMAR! We have two excellent speakers giving talks on paper and grant writing today.
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#NMRchat #ENCISMAR2025
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#NMRchat #ENCISMAR2025
"The world keeps running out of helium. There is now a race to prepare for the next shortage"
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The world keeps running out of helium. There is now a race to prepare for the next shortage
Our lives are surprisingly dependent upon this extremely light and unreactive gas, yet supplies of it are remarkably fragile.
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April 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM
"The world keeps running out of helium. There is now a race to prepare for the next shortage"
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I appreciate the opportunity to contribute to this excellent book on Modern NMR Crystallography, thank you @brycenation.bsky.social!
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Book on NMR Crystallography is finally out today!
"Modern NMR Crystallography: Concepts and Applications"
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doi.org/10.1039/9781...
Thanks to all authors for their hard work and patience!
"Modern NMR Crystallography: Concepts and Applications"
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Thanks to all authors for their hard work and patience!
Modern NMR Crystallography: Concepts and Applications
NMR crystallography has blossomed as a focussed field of research in recent years and is now acknowledged as such by the International Union of Crystallogr
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April 1, 2025 at 2:43 PM
I appreciate the opportunity to contribute to this excellent book on Modern NMR Crystallography, thank you @brycenation.bsky.social!
#chemsky #NMRchat
#chemsky #NMRchat
Our book chapter on "Experimental Solid-State NMR of the Periodic Table" is out! This chapter could be a good starting point for anyone wanting to understand solid-state NMR techniques for materials characterization!
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doi.org/10.1039/9781...
Experimental Solid-state NMR of the Periodic Table: Fundamentals and Advanced Methods
Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is an integral structure determination technique for chemists, biologists and materials scientists. The deter
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April 1, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Our book chapter on "Experimental Solid-State NMR of the Periodic Table" is out! This chapter could be a good starting point for anyone wanting to understand solid-state NMR techniques for materials characterization!
doi.org/10.1039/9781...
doi.org/10.1039/9781...
March 19, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Great to see our work from the @nationalmaglab.bsky.social in collaboration led by the Huang group (University of Western Ontario) out in JACS!
Check out cool 209Bi and 127I NMR of MOFs! If you think you have seen the broadest NMR spectra, think again.
doi.org/10.1021/jacs...
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Check out cool 209Bi and 127I NMR of MOFs! If you think you have seen the broadest NMR spectra, think again.
doi.org/10.1021/jacs...
#chemsky #NMRchat
Pushing Limits of Ultra-wideline Solid-State NMR Spectroscopy: NMR Signatures of 209Bi and 127I in Metal–Organic Frameworks at Ultra-high Magnetic Fields
Bismuth- and iodine-containing metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are crucial in catalysis, gas adsorption, and luminescence, with local environments of Bi and I ions shaping their performance. Using 209...
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March 19, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Great to see our work from the @nationalmaglab.bsky.social in collaboration led by the Huang group (University of Western Ontario) out in JACS!
Check out cool 209Bi and 127I NMR of MOFs! If you think you have seen the broadest NMR spectra, think again.
doi.org/10.1021/jacs...
#chemsky #NMRchat
Check out cool 209Bi and 127I NMR of MOFs! If you think you have seen the broadest NMR spectra, think again.
doi.org/10.1021/jacs...
#chemsky #NMRchat
Global NMR is organizing its annual online conference! All magnetic resonance enthusiasts are welcome and encouraged to present!
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Magnetic resonance enthusiasts! 🧲 Save the date for the Global NMR Online Conference 🗓️ July 16-18, 2025!
Fully online, 3 days of MR presentations & discussions—free & open to all! No travel, no fees, just science!
Stay tuned for registration details!
#GlobalNMROC2025 #NMR
Fully online, 3 days of MR presentations & discussions—free & open to all! No travel, no fees, just science!
Stay tuned for registration details!
#GlobalNMROC2025 #NMR
March 18, 2025 at 8:50 PM