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chemistry

Big Questions - with Oxford Sparks

"Hidden Worlds" Part 2 - Robert Robinson’s chemical box

Edward Imrie and Dr Stephen Johnston Edward Imrie and Dr Stephen Johnston talk about a surprising discovery – a collection of boxes, originally containing chocolates and soap, now full of tiny chemical vials thought to date back to the 1930s.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

X-Ray crystallography: revealing the shape of molecules

Dr Richard Cooper on x-ray crystallography - an incredibly powerful technique for determining the 3D structure of crystals.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

The Zeeman Decelerator and ultracold chemistry

The Zeeman Deceleator is used to do ‘ultracold chemistry’ – slowing down molecules in order to study reactions. Katrin Dulitz shows off her amazing machine.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

Incredible Machines: Conclusion

Dr Ashley Shepherd concludes the Incredible Machines series by explaining what makes her the most excited about working as a scientist in the Department of Chemistry.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

Mass spectrometry: how does it work, and why should you care?

From cutting-edge cancer research to sustainable fish farming, Dr James McCullagh explains the importance of mass spectrometry.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

Glassblowing: a beautiful, crucial, trade

Watch glassblower Terri Adams in action as she creates scientific tools from the flames.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

Inside NMR Spectroscopy

Dr Tim Claridge takes apart an NMR machine to show us how this technique is used in research with application in human health and beyond.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines

The Stark Decelerator & ultracold chemistry

The Stark Decelerator was built from scratch in the basement of the Chemistry Department. Dr Brianna Heazelwood shows how this incredible device is used to study molecules.
Chemistry for the Future: Incredible Machines
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Incredible Machines: Introduction

Dr Ashley Shepherd introduces the extraordinary machines used by Oxford chemists, and tells us about her work as a surface analyst.
Journey of a Molecular Detective; David Sherratt

The coldest place in the Universe

Tiffany Harte, Oxford Physics, discusses absolute zero temperatures and how by cooling atoms in a lab we can aim to replicate the coldest place in the Universe.
Chemistry for the Future: Meet the Scientists

Meet the Scientists - Collaborations with the Oxford Botanic Garden

Alison Foster, Senior Curator of the Oxford Botanic Garden, discusses her daily work and the transition she has made from working in a lab to working in the garden.
Alumni Weekend

Fireworks Displays: The chemistry of explosive entertainment

Fireworks consultant, author and former Oxford chemist Dr Tom Smith explains the basic chemistry and construction of fireworks, and their use in modern fireworks displays.
Chemistry for the Future: Human Health

Lasers, Cell Membranes, and the Basis of Life

Being a chemist doesn't have to mean giving up on biology and physics.
Careers in Chemistry: Beyond Academia

Patent Law

Dr John Fisher (Oriel College, 2001), talks about his role as a patent attorney, and offers advice for students who are considering a similar career. It's all about advocacy!
Careers in Chemistry: Beyond Academia

Science Journalism

Laura Howes (Merton, 2001), a science correspondent for Chemistry World, talks about the ins and out of science journalism in general, and her path to a career with the Royal Society of Chemistry.
Careers in Chemistry: Beyond Academia

Science Communication at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden

Dr Alison Foster (Jesus College), Senior Curator at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, talks about her journey from industrial pharmaceutical chemistry research to her current role in horticulture, and offers some tips for major career transitions.
Careers in Chemistry: Beyond Academia

Industry research and management at Infineum

Dr Martin-Dare Edwards (University College, 1974), Project Director for Infineum UK, talks about transitioning from research to management roles within the chemical industry.
Careers in Chemistry: Academia

Part 3 - My path to academic success - Asel Sartbaeva

Dr Asel Sartbaeval, a Lecturer at the University of Bath, discusses her path from Kyrgyzstan to Oxford and beyond, and offers some advice on balancing career success with family and relationships.
Careers in Chemistry: Academia

Part 2 - My path to academic success - Ed Anderson

Dr Ed Anderson, a Research Fellow at the University of Oxford gives an overview of his current role, and advice on issues he encountered along the way, including the benefits of a post doctoral position in the USA.
Careers in Chemistry: Academia

Part 1 - My path to academic success - Alison Parkin

Dr Alison Parkin, who has just started her own lab group at the University of York, talks about taking career development step by step, and the importance of both research and teaching in academic careers.

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