Disperse Amphiphilic Submicron Particles as Non‐Covalent Supports for Cationic Homogeneous Catalysts

A simple method for the effective immobilization of homogeneous catalysts on polystyrene colloids via non‐covalent binding is demonstrated. Stable latices with sufficiently high loading of accessible borate anions are prepared via emulsion polymerization. Incorporation of cationic rhodium complexes, supported via their borate counter‐anion is efficient, and these supported homogeneous catalysts maintain constant catalytic activity for CC hydrogenation during several recycles, with very low metal leaching.     

Student and faculty inter-generational digital divide: Fact or fiction?

This article analyzes the digital native–digital immigrant dichotomy based on the results of a small-scale study conducted at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry, regarding students’ and faculty members’ perceptions toward the implementation of digital learning technologies in the curriculum. The first element chosen for measurement was user perception of the impact on learning of basic software such as email, web browsers, online e-texts as well as hardware devices such as personal computers, laptops and MP3 players. In addition, the study also evaluated Blackboard, the learning management system of choice introduced by the parent university in the academic year 2006–2007. The results of this study suggest that there exists a slight inter-generational difference at the Faculty in the perceived usefulness and importance of digital technologies for learning and teaching, but that this difference is minimal, with no universal applicability. The study concludes that the digital native–digital immigrant duality is a complex phenomenon which cannot always be described in these extreme terms.     

Das Vakuumschulen‐Zertifikat

Certification of Vacuum Trainings This article describes the certification process for quality assurance of vacuum trainings by the German Vacuum Society (DVG). This quality certification was established in 2014. The first certification has been completed, another is ongoing. The certification ensures all participants a certain level of teaching and learning content in both theoretical and practical parts of the trainings. The applicants are assessed by a team of auditors named by the DVG. The procedure also includes discussion about possible improvements. The spectrum of training courses that can be certified covers general vacuum trainings and special training like leak detection, coating technologies, or mass spectrometry. For further information please contact Dr. Michael Wahl, Tel. +49 631 205‐73‐3333, E‐Mail wahl@ifo.uni‐kl.de