Did you know………..
⁃ 40 million are people are predicted to die from antimicrobial resistance
⁃ It takes 10-15 years to develop a new antibiotic, which is why it is vital we begin the development of new ones now.
⁃ The characterisation of a mad hatter first came from the production of hats using mercury, which made the manufacturers insane
⁃ 2.5% of our bodies are made up of metal??
Chemisty in Action Conference
Year 12 and 13 chemistry students had the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of chemistry and be inspired to use their chemistry studies as scientists of the future at the Chemistry in Action conference. A number of leading scientists , including inorganic, organic and nuclear scientists, explained their involvement across a range of key issues,
With the use of interactive polls, we were able to participate in the different topics and group discussions. Michael Sulu, a biochemical engineer, gave a talk about how microbes play a vital role in chemical and biochemical industries. Rianne Lord, a professor of inorganic chemistry, gave an inspiring talk about her research on metals and how some of the key elements on the periodic table are used in diagnosing, treating and curing diseases. Tim Gregory, a nuclear chemist, explored how nuclear science is being used to achieve net zero, curing cancer and exploring outer space
We also had the opportunity to learn more about the day-to-day lives of a variety of young scientists, the different opportunities and, the paths they took to be where they are today. By sharing their A-level and university experiences, we were able to take a deeper dive into the career pathways available and the reality of becoming a scientist tackling some of today’s global issues.
To conclude, Year 12 students hugely benefited from the day and learnt a lot through the Chemistry in Action conference.