Innovating industry
Every sector benefits from advances in chemistry
Not all chemists work in white coats in labs: chemistry impacts just about every industry and area of business. It’s behind the extraordinary innovation and technological advances that foster entrepreneurial spirit and regularly transform the industrial world.
Cosmetics, technical services chemist
Sharlotte makes environmentally friendly beauty products
Senior principal scientist
Misbah uses computers to predict which catalysts will be best at removing harmful pollutants from road-using vehicles
Senior software developer
Aruna develops the search capability of a crystal structure database used by scientists to make new discoveries
Senior science manager
Paul’s circular approach to manufacturing sugar means there is virtually zero waste and other useful products like bioethanol
Laboratory scientist apprentice
Kasia makes lubricants to improve the performance of metal-cutting tools while also studying towards a degree in chemical science
Development chemist, printing and inks
Mariam shares how she makes custom inks for their customers so they can safely print on food (like eggs) and food packaging providing vital information to the public
Associate principal scientist, food
Robert builds computer models to predict how different food chemicals will enhance the taste and texture of chocolate, biscuits and other snacks
Flavourist and innovation director
Claire creates new flavour combinations to improve the taste of everyday food products
Uwch Wyddonydd Ymchwil a Datblygu, STG Aerospace
Mae Andrew yn datblygu marciau ar gyfer allanfeydd argyfwng awyrennau, i helpu i gadw teithwyr yn ddiogel.
Rheolwr Datblygu Prosesau a Chynnyrch
Mae Gemma yn rheoli’r gwaith o gynhyrchu dur wedi’i araenu â thun a chromiwm o ansawdd uchel ar gyfer eitemau bob dydd sydd i’w cael mewn ceginau ac ystafelloedd ymolchi.
Senior research and development scientist
Andrew develops emergency exit marking for aircraft, helping to keep passengers safe
Director
Stephen supports several businesses to become sustainable including using organic materials for wastewater treatment
Qualified Person, pharmaceuticals
Jill ensures that the medicines her client companies provide to the public comply with quality and safety standards and are fit for purpose
Environmental process specialist
Jamie improves steelmaking processes to reduce their impact on the environment
Product and process development manager
Gemma manages the production of high-quality tin and chromium coated steels for everyday items found in a kitchen and bathroom
Person cymhwysol, fferylliaeth
Mae Jill yn sicrhau bod y meddyginiaethau y mae ei chwmnïau cleient yn eu darparu i’r cyhoedd yn cydymffurfio â safonau ansawdd a diogelwch a’u bod yn addas i’r diben.
Cyfarwyddwr SIW Consultancy a Coalpit Welsh Cakes
Mae Stephen yn cefnogi llawer o fusnesau i ddod yn gynaliadwy drwy ddefnyddio deunyddiau organig ar gyfer trin dŵr gwastraff.
Arbenigwr prosesau amgylcheddol, Tata Steel
Mae Jamie yn gwella prosesau gwneud dur er mwyn lleihau eu heffaith ar yr amgylchedd.
Scientist, Incident Management & Crisis Resolution
Hilde investigates consumer complaints for beverage company, Coca-Cola
Computational toxicologist
Tim works in this rapidly expanding area of toxicology using computer modeling to more efficiently assess the risk of chemicals to people to keep the public safe