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.
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
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
Research innovations manager
Margot is at the cutting-edge of science developing ways to make plastic biodegrade quickly and explaining this to others
Flavourist and innovation director
Claire creates new flavour combinations to improve the taste of everyday food products
Nanotoxicologist
Vicki examines how tiny nanomaterials present in everyday products such as medicine, electronics and clothing interact with our bodies to ensure they are safe to use or consume
Sports scientist, British Olympic Association
Brian talks about his exciting role working with Team GB athletes and his part in the 2012 London Olympics
Toxicologist, chemical company
Nicholas discusses his challenging work bringing together scientific fields to ensure that their company’s chemicals are used safely and comply with strict rules and regulations
Laboratory technician and higher apprentice, solar
Rebekka tests and finds ways to improve solar panels whilst balancing her studies towards her Foundation Degree apprenticeship
Scientific associate, NMR spectroscopy
Christopher uses NMR to identify the structure of new and unknown chemical compounds to support the development of new medicines
Senior scientist, household goods
Phillip leads a small team of researchers who improve the performance of household products such as toothpaste and shampoo
Consumer products technician
Robert develops materials to improve the properties of consumer products from cosmetics to chewing gum
Chief chemist
Stephen oversees the ways in which chemistry can be used to improve a power station’s performance
Investor relations manager
Marcia updates shareholders, managers, staff and external market analysts with Unilever’s financial performance and strategy
Fine fragrance evaluator
Sophie helps improve and perfect fragrances created by perfumers. She also gets to travel regularly to Paris, Cologne and Grasse
Finance and planning manager
Lorna’s role in finance gives her an overview of the household, healthcare and personal care products developed at her company
Tax accountant
Georgina discusses why she enjoys working in tax and legislation to ensures companies stay compliant and on the right side of the law
