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Exploring Everyday Chemistry

Andy Parsons, Tiarnan Branson, Caitlin Evans, Josie Rogers, Craig Hardy, Emelia Osborne, Kat Ailles, and Stephen Robertson

Topics Covered

Chemical attraction - perfumes and pheromones
The race for new antibiotics
Understanding brewing
Chemistry in sport - innovations that are changing the game

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Everyday chemistry applications

This course delves into the captivating world of chemistry as it manifests in our daily lives. Explore the tantalizing realm of perfumes and pheromones, delve into the race for groundbreaking antibiotics, unravel the secrets of brewing, and witness the remarkable innovations transforming the world of sports through chemistry. Engage in interactive kitchen experiments that bring abstract concepts to life, fostering a deeper understanding of organic chemistry's practical applications. A must-see for chemistry enthusiasts seeking to expand their knowledge beyond the classroom.

Ideal for chemistry enthusiasts

"A must-see course for the chemistry enthusiast who wants to understand more about the everyday applications of organic chemistry."

Wide-ranging chemistry topics

"A fascinating insight into the chemistry of perfumes, antibiotics, brewing and sport."

Engaging kitchen experiments

"Builds on pre-university chemistry courses and includes a series of fun kitchen experiments (with the opportunity to share and discuss findings), from building molecular models to analysing the antimicrobial properties of household spices."

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16 hours

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FutureLearn

Institution

University of York

Instructors

Andy Parsons

Tiarnan Branson

Caitlin Evans

Josie Rogers

Craig Hardy

Emelia Osborne

Kat Ailles

Stephen Robertson

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