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- Nov 28, 202525 min
International Chemistry Olympiads
In this episode, our host Marie-Désirée Schlemper-Scheidt interviews Prof. Martin Putala about his experience as both a coach and member of the Scientific Committee of the International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO).Prof. Martin Putala is the Head of the Chemistry Department at the University of Bratislava and has played a pivotal role in establishing the presence of Slovakia in the Chemistry Olympiads, including organizing the 50th edition of the Olympiad in 2018. He has also been a long-standing figure in coaching the Slovakian students participating in the Olympiads.Read more about the 50th anniversary of the Olympiad here: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jchemed.7b00640Host: Marie-Désirée Schlemper-Scheidt Intro and Outro: Carl SchneiderWriting: Marie-Désirée Schlemper-Scheidt and Carl SchneiderEditing: Jasper Hahn
- May 28, 202539 min
Modeling molecules with quantum chemistry - Prof. Grimme
Welcome to our new Podcast episode, with an all-new host! In this episode, Konstantina Armadorou interviews Chemistry Europe laureate and accomplished computational chemist Professor Stefan Grimme. A captivating conversation about current trends in the field of chemistry and unlikely collaborations awaits you. Enjoy!Host: Konstantina ArmadorouIntro and Outro: Carl SchneiderWriting: Carl Schneider and Konstantina ArmadorouEditing: Miguel Steiner
- Aug 29, 202437 min
All about IUPAC
In this episode our host Carl Schneider interviews IUPAC’s president-elect Mary Garson about all things IUPAC. Mary Garson is an emeritus Professor at the University of Queensland, current vice-president of IUPAC and president-elect for the upcoming legislative period. She has been a long-standing figure in IUPAC and has shaped the way we know IUPAC today. In this episode, Carl and Mary talk about how IUPAC as a global organization ensures its impact on the local level, how it fosters the next generation of researchers and so much more. Read more about IUPAC’s “Global Women’s Breakfast”, one of Mary’s closest to heart projects, here!
- May 31, 202445 min
Science Policy
In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of science policy and explore avenues for greater collaboration between scientists and policymakers. To address this complex topic, Marie Perrin sits down with two distinguished experts to unravel the complexities and synergies between science and policy. From the science side, Prof. Jovana Milić, assistant professor at the university of Fribourg (Switzerland) and member of the Swiss Young Academy and Global Young Academy, and from the policy side Marton Kottmayer, science communication and policy officer at the European Chemical Society (EuChemS). Whether you’re a passionate scientist, a policy enthusiast, or simply curious about the forces shaping our world, this episode promises to ignite your intellect and inspire action. During this conversation we cover: 1:55 What is science policy 3:55 How is EuChemS involved in advising policy makers? 7:06 What are the motivations and challenges for scientists to be actively involved in science policy 10:42 Understanding the complexity of policy making: scientists are only one of many stakeholders. 15:48 Opportunities for early carrier scientists to be part of the conversation. 24:50 Why it matters, or how policies affect science at every level. 33:31 Where to start; how can I be involved? If you want to go further, you can read about « The Role of Early-Career Chemists in European Policy-Making » and « Engaging Early-Career Scientists in Global Policy-Making » and check out the EuChemS magazine to get the latest science policy news from Brussels. Moreover, the EuChemS workshops targeting the selected elements carbon, lithium, nitrogen and phosphorus can be watched online! And for a more active involvement you can always find the public consultations from the European Commission online.
- Mar 21, 202431 min
IUPAC Top 10 Emerging Technologies
In this episode Carl Schneider interviews IUPAC’s past-president Prof. Dr. Javier García Martinez about the 2023 “IUPAC Top Ten”. Javier and Carl talk about the origin of this tradition, what concerns the chemists of the world, and how IUPAC as a global organization encourages local acting. For a further look at last year’s finalists you can read up on them here. Until the 31st of March you can also submit your candidates here to be considered for the 2024 edition of the Top Ten. You always wanted to know something else about IUPAC? Now, is your chance! We are planning a follow-up episode to talk with Javier about IUPAC in general and we invite you to submit your questions to us beforehand.
- Dec 4, 202351 min
A career in science communication
In this episode, we dive into an under-explored yet thrilling career path for chemists: becoming a full-time science communicator. To discuss this topic, Marie Perrin interviews not one but two successful science communicators, Rute Pereira, founder of amazingchemist and social media editor for the ESA and Fernando Gomollón Bel, founder of the science communication startup Agata. During this conversation we cover: 2:18 What does a typical day in the life of a science communicator look like? 6:08 How can one become a full time science communicator ? 9:47 How can one learn about the tools commonly used in science communication? 17:51 What are the most effective media to reach out to the public about science? 24:24 What are the rewards and challenges of being in science communication? 37:03 How can mentoring help you in defining your dream career path and how can a network like the EYCN enable that? 47:20 Take home message from our guests. If you want to seize the opportunity of building strong mentoring connections and friendships, don’t forget to sign up for the ECC9 in Dublin! Application for abstracts are open until the 8th of December.
- Aug 16, 202216 min
Switching to Industry - All You Need to Know
In this episode, we looked into the private sector as a potential career path. For that, Katarina Josifovska interviewed our guest Dr. David Giltner, and discussed the switch into industry by providing a great overview into the company mindset and by giving many helpful tips that could ease your transition.
- Apr 29, 202214 min
Carbon Turnover in the Deep Biosphere
In our latest podcast episode, we are discussing Carbon turnover in the deep biosphere, its relevance to modern society, how it takes place and how it influences life on the surface. For that, Katarina Josifovska interviewed Prof. Dr. Alexander Probst, associate professor for "Aquatic Microbial Ecology" at the University of Duisburg-Essen
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