Chemistry Outreach: Electrochromic polymer

Using polymers to rival metals in conducting electricity.

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Limestone weathering
This activity is designed for students aged 11-14. It can be used to reinforce work on the reactions of carbonates with acids as well as the chemical weathering of rock.
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How microbes convert waste plastic bottles into vanillin
2021-07-09T06:59:00Z
Show students how chemistry is upcycling plastic monomers into higher value alternative products
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Polymer chemistry is printing noses
2021-07-01T09:32:00Z
Learn more about a novel application of polymer chemistry to help reconstruct the faces of skin cancer patients

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Catalysts and reaction conditions for sustainable industry| 16–18 years
Research and presentation activity based on catalysts and reaction conditions in the context of sustainable industry.
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Fossil fuels and global carbon emissions
Classroom activity where learners explore and debate the issues around fossil fuels, energy and global carbon emissions.
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Cisplatin and drug design | 16–18 years
Assess learners’ understanding of the mechanism of cisplatin as an anticancer drug with these examination-style questions.