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Sponsored by THE CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON in collaboration with PARTICIPATING MARM SECTIONS 42ND ANNUAL MARM 2011 MAY 21-24 MIDDLE ATLANTIC REGIONAL MEETING American Chemical Society 42nd Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting at the University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland MARM 2011 International Year of Chemistry II ACS IVC2011 ~ UNIVERSITY OF Intem;dion~ 'I'i!~rgf 'V' ChemistryforLife" CHEMISTRY ~,)' MARYLAND Table of Contents Welcome Letters 3 ACS Board of Directors 12 MARM 2011 Organizing Committee 14 MARM 2011 Volunteers 15 Sponsors of the 2011 MARM 16 Sponsors of Symposia at the 2011 MARM 18 Exhibitors at MARM 2011 21 General Meeting Information 25 MARM 2011 Awards 26 ACS Division of Chemical Education Middle Atlantic Region 27 Award for Excellence in High School Teaching – Dr. Mary Cathrine Cross, Sherwood High School, Sandy Spring, MD The E. Emmet Reid Award in Chemistry Teaching at Small 28 Colleges in the ACS Mid-Atlantic Region – Professor Anita J. Brandolini, School of Theoretical and Applied Science, Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ The E. Ann Nalley Regional Award for Volunteer Service to the 29 American Chemical Society – Joan A. Laredo-Liddell, Fordham University, Bronx, NY The Chromatography Forum of Delaware Valley Student Award 30 Symposium Special Events & Workshops 31 Program Schedule 39 Abstracts 73 Author Index 299 Map of the Conference Site at the University of Maryland Inside Back Cover MARM 2012 Back Cover 1 Participating MARM ACS Sections (Representing Over 30,000 Members) Washington DC (Host of MARM 2011) Dealaware (Host of MARM 2010) Lehigh Valley Maryland (Host of MARM 2012) Monmouth County New York New Jersey Philadelphia Princeton Ocean County South Jersey Southeastern Pennsylvania Susquehana Valley Trenton Western Maryland 2 42nd Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting Welcome from the Chemical Society of Washington and the University of Maryland On behalf of the MARM 2011 Organizing Committee, the Chemical Society of Washington, founded in 1884 and established in 1893 as the Washington Section of the American Chemical Society, and the University of Maryland, College Park, the largest university in the Greater Washington area, we are pleased to welcome you to the 42nd Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting, MARM 2011.This is the International Year of Chemistry, and with this theme we are happy to host this meeting near the capital of this nation with its focus on international activities, the national office of the American Chemical Society with its outreach to the chemical sciences throughout the world, and the University of Maryland with all of its international linkages. Twenty-two symposia are included in this year’s technical program, and there are more than 300 contributed papers. Speakers have come from institutions in the United States and internationally. Symposium topics have the flavor of international activities, and one of them, “Redefining the Kilogram and Avogrado’s Number,” promises to have far reaching consequences for chemistry internationally. You will find symposia that take advantage the enormous talent that we have in the Greater Washington Area that is rich in national laboratories, universities, and developing chemical technologies. MARM 2011 begins on Saturday, May 21st with a focus on research and education. The high school teacher program will be on that day as will the high school awards luncheon. The first of two full days of poster presentations occur on Saturday alongside the opening of the Exhibitor Booths. Join us on Saturday evening for a reception and refreshments to meet colleagues and friends. On Sunday, symposia continue with emphasis on careers in the morning and Plenary addresses by distinguished international experts on major issues that confront the international chemical community: energy, diseases, and climate change. Join us and ACS Directors for an ice cream social following the Plenary addresses with ice cream from the world renowned Maryland Dairy. Monday continues the technical program and is the second full day for poster presentations. The evening has the Awards Banquet that will be joint with the monthly meeting of the Chemical Society of Washington, and ACS President-Elect Bassam Shakashiri will be the featured speaker. Tuesday morning completes the 2011 MARM program, and allows participants time to visit the campus and the many museums and activities in the Washington, DC area. We are fortunate to have such generous sponsors, and we are grateful for their contributions. Thanks also to our exhibitors and advertisers, all of whom are listed on the following pages. This meeting would not have been possible without the tremendous effort of the organizing committee and all of the volunteers who give their time and energy. Yours truly, Michael P. Doyle General Chair, MARM 2011 3 UNIVERSITY OF Main AdlllllHHr300n Buildill~ College Park. Maryland 20742 MARYLAND J01.405.5S03 TEL 301.314.9%0 FAX OFFICE O FTH E I'IUSID ENT Welcome Letter from President Loh to Participants of the 2011 Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society Welcome to the University of Maryland and to the 2011 Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting ofthe American Chemical Society. We are pleased that our university was selected as the site for this important meeting during the International Year of Chemistry. I am proud that the president-elect of the American Chemical Society, Professor Bassam Shakashiri, is a graduate of the University of Maryland. Chemistry was one of the first academic departments established at the University of Maryland, founded in 1859 and today its faculty are leaders in advancing our science and technology agenda. In addition its robust research profile, the University of Maryland has gained a reputation for strength in entrepreneurship and innovation. These elements are vital to the success of higher education in the 21 Sl century. The greater Washington area has one ofthe world's greatest accumulations of scientific talent and resources, and we are happy to be an integral partner in developing the region's scientific and educational base. Our proximity to our nation's capital and the headquarters of the American Chemical Society gives us a special advantage. I hope that you will take this opportunity to visit Washington, DC and experience some of its attractions. I invite you to visit the classrooms, laboratories and artistic venues on our campus. I wish you an enjoyable visit and a productive, stimulating meeting. Sincerely, ~d~ , L/~ Wallace Loh President 4 American Chemical Society 1155 SIXTEENTH STREET, N.W. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT WASHINGTON, D.C. 20036 Phone 202-872-4461 Nancy B. Jackson Fax 202-872-6338 President-Elect, 2010 President, 2011 Immediate Past President, 2012 May 21, 2011 Dear Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting Participants: On behalf of the more than 163,000 members of the American Chemical Society, I am pleased to extend greetings to the attendees of the 42nd Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting (MARM 2011) at the University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland. I am especially pleased that Professor Michael Doyle, General Chair, and the MARM organizers have selected “International Year of Chemistry” as the theme for this event – this is our chance to increase the public appreciation of chemistry, to encourage interest in chemistry among young people, and to generate enthusiasm for the creative future of chemistry. Technical programming and topical symposia emphasize Life Sciences, Materials Sciences, and Chemical Education. Please take this opportunity to interact with your colleagues and to discuss developments taking place in your field. While you’re here, I do hope that you are able to take the opportunity to fully explore the interesting complement of symposia, workshops, and special sessions, attend the many social events, visit the exhibits, and take advantage of the greater Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland area’s many attractions. I am grateful to the organizers and many volunteers, especially our host, the Chemical Society of Washington Section of the ACS, the MARM Steering Committee, and the other 15 participating sections of the Middle Atlantic Region – representing almost 28,000 members – for their hard work and dedication to create an intellectually stimulating and personally enjoyable experience here in College Park. Sincerely, Nancy B. Jackson, Ph.D. President American Chemical Society 5 STATE OF MARYLAND OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY GOVERNOR STATE HOUSE 100 STATE Circle ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND 21401-1925 (410) 974-3901 (TOLL FREE) 1-800-811-8336 TTY USERS CALL VIA MD RELAY A MESSAGE FROM GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY Dear Friends, It is my pleasure to welcome you to the University of Maryland for the 42nd Annual Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting 2011 hosted by the Chemical Society of the Washington Section of the American Chemical Society.. As we make the turn into the global 21st century economy, we must continue to spur innovation throughout our state by strengthening our greatest asset—the ingenuity of our people and the diversity of our industries. Through partnerships and shared ideas, we will be able to grow our diverse middle class, improve technology and education, and foster a thriving economy. As you take the next few days to celebrate scientific innovation and exchange ideas and knowledge, we hope you have time to enjoy our wonderful state inclusive of our beautiful Chesapeake Bay, our historic towns and national sites, our diverse urban centers, and our expansive ocean coast. All are easily available due to our compact size and unique landscape. Because of your dedication to the pursuit of a greater tomorrow, we move closer each day to solving some of our greatest challenges and enhancing the well-being of future generations. On behalf of all Marylanders, I thank you for your continued commitment to our friends and families. Please accept my best wishes for a successful and enlightening event. Sincerely, Martin O’Malley Governor 6 CITY OF COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND 4500 Knox Road + College Park, Maryland 20740 + 240-487·3501 + Facsimile: 301·699·8029 ApriI2!,20l1 Offu:e of {he Members of the May", Middle Atlantic Region Chemical Society of Washington Andrew M.