Challenging opinions
How chemistry rocks the status quo
Chemistry uses scientific evidence to shake up attitudes, influence changes in our behaviour and find solutions to make things better or more efficient, whether it’s what you eat and drink, how you travel or what you need to be well.
Science communicator
Fernando uses his scientific knowledge to explain complex science to the public so they can understand and appreciate the value of these discoveries that are important to their everyday lives
Patent attorney
Charley explains how he makes an impact by helping inventors get legal protection for their new inventions and medicines
Policy adviser, UK government
Tom works for the UK government and briefs ministers and politicians about the latest scientific research to inform their policies
Analytical chemists, Thames Water
Harsh and Michael describe their vital work keeping the region’s water and sewage systems safe and operational at all times
Senior committee specialist, UK government
Xameerah talks about her important role in providing specialist advice on science and science policy to inform the work and policies of the UK government
Research fellow
Lynne shares how her PhD led to a university research career working with large pieces of equipment and computer programs to understand how chemical structures work
Senior picture editor
Emma communicates science to the public by sourcing or commissioning engaging and accurate scientific photographs, illustrations and videos for publications
Policy researcher, cancer research UK
Harriet works at the world’s largest independent funder of cancer research where she helps researchers get support from the UK government and other research bodies
Project manager, world gold council
Trevor discusses his unique role of promoting the uses of gold to companies across different industries
Freelance science publicist
Sallie develops creative ideas to get good media coverage for science organisations and events
Atmospheric chemist
Zoë’s role involves finding ways to minimise the impact of humans on the natural world
Forensic scientist
Joni investigates biological samples for the presence of drugs and alcohol and also examines evidence seized by the police
Advanced apprentice, forensics
Jamie describes what it’s like to work alongside scientists to deliver a service that supports the criminal justice system
Astrochemist
John investigates the chemistry and physics of the regions of space between the stars
Associate researcher, pharmaceuticals
Discover how you can change people’s lives as a chemist supervising the making of active ingredients in medicines
Assistant manager, publishing
Sophia explains how she combines chemistry and editorial skills to publish scientific discoveries from people around the world
Assistant analyst, drug control centre
Nicola describes how chemistry enabled her to play a vital part as an assistant analyst in the anti-doping laboratory for the Olympic Games
