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Chemistry is a big part of our daily lives. By studying it, you can learn what things are made of, how they work, and even find ways to make a positive impact on the world around you.

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Why study chemistry

Find out why you should study chemistry - it's more than just mixing chemicals in a lab!

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If you're considering a future in biology, our online mentoring programme gives you the opportunity to talk to someone in a professional chemistry career and learn more about study options and career paths.

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Take part in a research placement in a chemistry related organisation

Our placements give you the chance to try out real-life work in the STEM world while building your research skills and learning more about the industry.

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No amount of experimentation can ever prove me right; a single experiment can prove me wrong.

Albert Einstein

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Would your class enjoy a visit from a STEM Ambassador?

Your school can invite one of our STEM volunteers into school to talk about STEM careers in chemistry! Ask your teacher about booking a STEM Ambassador through our website

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Fire and the crazy world of air around us

Wouldn’t a nice crackling fire in your home be lovely through the winter? Maybe some scented candles or incense to relax with, too. You might be looking forward to a good fry-up. You may think differently when you finish this article!

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How will tomorrow’s lithium-ion batteries be better than todays?

With lots of battery-powered vehicles on the roads, there are though, a few problems with batteries. If they could be used for longer, reused and recycled and made from less rare materials, their environmental and monetary cost to us would be less.

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Iron woman: searching for iron at the end of the earth

Have you ever considered the importance of iron? I have – I’m interested in the iron contained in glacial sediments, and how this iron can help to feed the world’s ocean and lock away atmospheric CO2

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