Dr. Paul Chirik, the Edwards S. Sanford Professor of Chemistry and the Chair of the Department of Chemistry at Princeton University, researches something he calls “modern alchemy.” As many of the world's most effective chemical catalysts are made from rare and precious metals, Dr. Chirik pioneers methods to create high-performing catalysts from common, earth-abundant metals—esseintially transforming common materials into “gold.” On this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry edited by Presley Vu, hosts Mehreen and Elizabeth Li dive deeper into this concept and its exciting applications in our interview with Dr. Chirik. Dr. Chirik goes on to explain how his group has used their research in collaborations with companies such as Merck and Exxon Mobile, and shares fascinating insights into the dynamics between academia and industry. We hope you enjoy!
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Episode 58: Nobel Laureate Dr. Benjamin List on Organocatalysis
Nobel laureate Dr. Benjamin List is one of the directors of the Max Planck Institute for Coal Research and professor of organic chemistry at the University of Cologne. On top of that, he is known for pioneering a brand new field of chemistry, organocatalysis, which is now used in nearly all pharmaceutical industries. On this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry edited by David Alvia, hosts Jasmine Winter and Elizabeth Li dive into our interview with Dr. List as he shares his journey to earning the 2021 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, his recent investigations into a unique way of splitting CO2, and more. We hope you enjoy!
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Episode 57: Dr. Bruce Logan on Environmental Engineering and Microbial Fuel Cells
Microbial fuel cells use bacteria to convert chemical energy stored in organic matter into electrical energy. This allows environmental engineers to produce sustainable energy while treating wastewater! In this episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry, edited by Emma Stewart, hosts Jasmine Winter and John Strojny talk about our interview with Dr. Bruce Logan, Professor of Environmental Engineering and Director of the Institute of Energy and Environment at Penn State. From microbial fuel cells to marine snow, Dr. Bruce Logan shares his discoveries and insights on renewable energy and discusses the future of environmental engineering. We hope you enjoy!
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Episode 56: Dr. Seth Marder on Optoelectronics and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
What are the advantages and limitations of organic materials, inorganic materials, or hybrid materials that combine both? How do the properties of these different materials influence their applications in academia and industry? On this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry edited by David Alvia, hosts Erin Suh, Aanya Santosh, and Elizabeth Li delve deeper into these questions and more with Dr. Seth Marder, Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Director of the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute at the University of Colorado Boulder. Dr. Marder shares his work on characterizing the optical and electrical properties of chiral materials, as well as some valuable insights on collaboration and creativity. We hope you enjoy!
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Episode 55: TikTok’s Favorite Chemistry Teacher Phil Cook on Making Science Viral
Phil Cook, also known as @ChemTeacherPhil, has captivated millions with his engaging and explosive science experiments on TikTok. As a seasoned chemistry teacher at Culver Academies, Phil makes complex scientific concepts accessible and entertaining for a global audience. In this episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry, edited by Presley Vu, hosts Amber Bakkum and Neel Youts delve into Phil’s journey from a traditional educator to a social media influencer. They discuss his innovative approach to science communication, the challenges of content creation, and the impact of digital platforms on education. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, an educator, or simply curious about the fusion of education and social media, this episode offers insightful perspectives on the evolving landscape of learning. We hope you enjoy!
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