Undergraduate Degrees: Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

About us

We have a vibrant mix of enthusiastic students and talented researchers from across Scotland, the UK, Europe and the World. We've recently invested more than £10 million in our buildings and laboratories so our students, researchers and staff have modern, well-equipped and comfortable facilities. We offer students unrivalled undergraduate opportunities for studying chemistry.

Our History As a department, we're over 200 years old. In that time, we've built a reputation for being at the forefront of chemistry education and research.

We come from a long line of world-leading scientists. Dr Henry Faulds, one of the pioneers in modern fingerprinting, graduated from the University of Strathclyde, when it was known as Anderson's University, with a physician's licence. Peter Pauson was internationally recognised for his seminal work on the oganometallic compound, ferrocene. More recently, Hamish Wood developed Leucovorin in collaboration with Professor Colin Suckling and their collaborators. It's an anti-cancer drug, now used across Europe, to treat colorectal cancers.

Career Opportunities in Chemistry There’s a continuous demand for chemistry graduates. Our graduates compete successfully for jobs in all branches of the chemical industry. These are well-rewarded careers that allow you to go on to supervisory or management roles. Your chances of employment are substantially increased by the industrial placement and training.

A degree in chemistry opens doors to a wide variety of employment opportunities. The range of available jobs is considerable and covers many different types of chemistry and industries such as nanotechnology, large scale chemical plants, the drinks and pharmaceutical industries or teaching.

General Contact for Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry 90% University of Strathclyde Thomas Graham Building of our students are in work or 295 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G1 1XL +44 (0)141 548 2019 further study within 6 months [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/science/chemistry/ of graduation

3 This hybrid degree is for those who want to combine their interest in chemistry with knowledge of chemical engineering. It provides a clear understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry and chemical engineering. It also gives you an appreciation of the expertise needed to transform small-scale laboratory practice into large-scale chemical operations used in industry.

Programme Skill Set Careers

Fundamental Organic Chemistry A degree in chemistry opens doors to a wide variety of employment opportunities both in the UK and further afield. The Physical Chemistry range of available jobs is considerable, from nanotechnology to large-scale chemical plants, from pharmaceutical industries to Practical Organic teaching, the opportunities are numerous. Inorganic & Physical Chemistry This course's dual accreditation from both the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Institution of Chemical Engineers and can Safety Lab & Transferable Skills lead to careers as a chemist or chemical engineer.

Fluid Flow & Heat Transfer Our graduates are working in a range of interesting positions, recent graduate job titles include: Process Analysis & Statistics Analytical chemists Mathematics Chemical engineers Practical Preparative & Physical Chemistry Forensic examiners Intermediate Organic Chemistry & Spectroscopy Forensic researchers Mass Transfer & Separation Processes Police officers Understanding of Chemical Engineering Design & Advanced Information Technology Project engineers

Knowledge of Chemical Engineering Practices Development chemists

Laboratory technicians Entry requirements Technical associates Students with GPA of 75 on their Senior Middle/High school Certificate/Diploma can be accepted to most undergraduate Research analysts programmes. Alternatively, students with good grades in their Chinese Chemistry teachers University/College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) may also be accepted with a minimum overall 600 for year 1 entry. Zhuanke / Dazhuan and Gaozhi (equivalent to HN level study) - Suitable for Level 2 or 3 entry, will be considered on a case by case basis .

English language: IELTS 6.5 is required for all non- English speakers Contact us

We offer the option of completing pre-undergraduate Dr Mark Dufton Tel: +44 (0)141 548 2440 programmes at the International Study Centre. Email: [email protected]

Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ appliedchemistrychemicalengineering/ 4 You'll study both pure and applied chemistry. Pure chemistry is about unravelling the mysteries of molecular structure and reactivity. Applied chemistry uses chemical knowledge to respond to the challenges created by society. This course covers many applications of chemistry rarely taught elsewhere – backed up by our industrial placement, strong industry links and close relationships with professional bodies.

Programme Skills Set Careers On the programme our graduates will cover: There’s a continuous demand for chemistry graduates. Our graduates compete successfully for All the broad areas of chemistry including: well-rewarded careers that allow you to go on to supervisory or management roles, in all branches of Analytical Chemistry the chemical industry. Structure & Bonding The study of chemistry helps you develop logical Physical Chemistry thought and numerical skills and the ability to write accurate and concise reports. As a result, our Inorganic Chemistry chemists are in demand in national and local Organic Chemistry government, in hospitals and in education at all levels. Spectroscopy This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Science fundamentals including mathematics, biology Chemistry and graduates are eligible to apply for the of cells and physics relating to mechanics and waves status of Chartered Chemist, the qualification recognised in the UK and EU for professional Forensic analysis chemists.

Practical skills including: Work placement Spectroscopy You’ll normally undertake a paid 12-month placement Common instrumental techniques in industry, normally in the pharmaceutical industry, Statistical methods either in the UK or abroad. Research and Knowledge Exchange placements are also available. Analytical observation The Strathclyde chemistry industrial placement scheme is one of the longest-running in the UK and Entry requirements more than 70 students are placed with companies Students with GPA of 75 on their Senior Middle/High school each year. Certificate/Diploma can be accepted to most undergraduate programmes. Alternatively, students with good grades in their Chinese University/College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) may also be accepted with a minimum overall 600 for year 1 entry. Zhuanke / Dazhuan and Gaozhi (equivalent to HN level study) - Suitable for Level 2 or 3 entry, will be considered on a case by case basis . Contact us English language: IELTS 6.5 is required for all non- English speakers Dr Mark Dufton Tel: +44 (0)141 548 2440 We offer the option of completing pre-undergraduate Email: [email protected]

programmes at the International Study Centre. Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ chemistry/ 5 This course is unique in Scotland. It trains a new generation of biologically and pharmaceutically-aware chemistry graduates whose mission is to invent better, safer drugs to fight and cure disease. Graduates of this Integrated Masters degree have excellent opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry as well as all the usual careers open to a professionally-accredited chemist. You can study at a European university for one year of your degree. You can also spend your placement year abroad.

Programme Skills Set Entry requirements

On the programme our graduates will cover: Students with GPA of 75 on their Senior Middle/High school Certificate/Diploma can be accepted to most All the broad areas of chemistry including: undergraduate programmes. Alternatively, students with good grades in their Chinese Analytical Chemistry University/College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) may Structure & Bonding also be accepted with a minimum overall 600 for year 1 entry. Physical Chemistry Zhuanke / Dazhuan and Gaozhi (equivalent to HN level Inorganic Chemistry study) - Suitable for Level 2 or 3 entry, will be considered Organic Chemistry on a case by case basis .

Spectroscopy English language: IELTS 6.5 is required for all non- English speakers Science fundamentals including mathematics, biology of We offer the option of completing pre-undergraduate cells and physics relating to mechanics and waves programmes at the International Study Centre.

Organic and inorganic chemistry Careers Thermodynamics, and its application to pharmaceutical This dual-accredited course maximises your opportunity systems of employment in the medicinal chemistry and Chemical kinetics, and the stability of drug molecules pharmaceutical industries. Job titles include: Drug discovery chemistry research scientist The solid state, where a knowledge of crystal structure often explains drug properties General chemistry research scientist Dissolution and solubility, and their importance to drug Regulatory affairs executive absorption scientific communication specialist Sound knowledge across all chemistry drug sales manager Advanced understanding of biological, medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry Research and development scientist in drug manufacture and formulation Laboratory skills

Industrial experience Contact us

Experience of interdisciplinary working with bioscientists Dr Mark Dufton Tel: +44 (0)141 548 2440 Research project experience Email: [email protected]

Presentation skills Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ chemistrywithdrugdiscovery/ 6 Strathclyde provides this dual-accredited course at a higher level than anywhere else in the UK. This degree combines a Royal Society of Chemistry-accredited MChem course with professionally-accredited teacher training (Professional Graduate Diploma in Education, Secondary). Uniquely, your final year project can be in educational approaches to chemistry, such as the development of practical experiments for schools.

Programme Skills Set Entry requirements

You'll undertake the Initial Teacher Education year, in our Students with GPA of 75 on their Senior Middle/High school School of Education, including teaching practice in schools. Certificate/Diploma can be accepted to most undergraduate You'll also study a range of core chemistry classes. programmes. Alternatively, students with good grades in their Chinese On the programme our graduates will: University/College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) may also Develop a foundation in: be accepted with a minimum overall 600 for year 1 entry. Zhuanke / Dazhuan and Gaozhi (equivalent to HN level study) analytical chemistry - Suitable for Level 2 or 3 entry, will be considered on a case structure & bonding by case basis .

physical chemistry English language: IELTS 6.5 is required for all non- English speakers inorganic and organic chemistry We offer the option of completing pre-undergraduate spectroscopy programmes at the International Study Centre.

Practical chemistry laboratory sessions help you to Careers master the basic preparative and analytical skills. Dual accreditation means you can move between careers in secondary education and the chemical industry. The degree A basic understanding of mathematical functions, allows for even more flexibility as it is possible to switch differentiation, integration, complex numbers, matri- between the other MChem courses and also the following ces and vectors. shorter BSc degrees within the first three years.

Fundamental concepts of separation science and Potential job roles include: outlines its importance in obtaining information about Well-rewarded careers that allow you to go on to analyses in a sample. supervisory or management roles Complete the initial teacher education component in National and local government the School of Education, which includes teaching In hospitals practice in schools. In education at all levels Specialise in the areas and applications that interest you most and undertake a research project in Chem- Dual accreditation means you can move istry with an educational aspect. between careers in secondary education and the chemical industry Have the chance to study abroad under the ERAS- MUS scheme Contact us

Dr Mark Dufton Tel: +44 (0)141 548 2440 Email: [email protected]

Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ chemistrywithteaching/ 7 Strathclyde’s Centre for Forensic Science has provided degrees in forensic science for longer than any other university in the UK. The course is unique in that it’s the only one in the UK to have dual professional accreditation from Royal Society of Chemistry and the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. It’s delivered in partnership with the Centre for Forensic Science. This Integrated Masters degree provides a comprehensive education in both chemistry and forensic science. The degree qualifies you as an all-round analytical chemist, with a thorough training in the applications of forensic science.

Programme Skills Set Entry requirements

On the programme our graduates will acquire: Students with GPA of 75 on their Senior Middle/High school Certificate/Diploma can be accepted to most undergraduate A foundation in: programmes. analytical chemistry Alternatively, students with good grades in their Chinese structure & bonding University/College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) may also physical chemistry be accepted with a minimum overall 600 for year 1 entry. inorganic and organic chemistry Zhuanke / Dazhuan and Gaozhi (equivalent to HN level study) spectroscopy - Suitable for Level 2 or 3 entry, will be considered on a case by case basis . Practical skills in: English language: IELTS 6.5 is required for all non- Evidence recovery and handling English speakers Discovering and assessing errors in chemical measurements We offer the option of completing pre-undergraduate Laboratory tools and procedures programmes at the International Study Centre. A relevant grounding in mathematics, physics and biology

Opportunities to study abroad, be recognised by our High Careers Flyer programme and undertake a 12 month paid work Recent graduates’ job titles include: placement pharmaceutical scientist You will be taught by leading analytical scientists with environmental scientist international reputations in their chosen area of research and forensic scientists actively involved in forensic case- nanotechnologist work large scale industrial chemist This degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Analytical Chemist Chemistry (RSC) and the Chartered Society of Forensic Bioanalytical Lab Assistant Sciences; with graduates eligible to apply to the RSC for Chartered Chemist status Forensic Scientist Development Analyst Our students have a strong record of winning national and international awards, and of securing highly rewarding Drug Analyst careers Medical Sales Representative

Dr Mark Dufton Tel: +44 (0)141 548 2440 Email: [email protected]

Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ Accredited Programme forensicanalyticalchemistry/ 8

Postgraduate Degrees: Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

About us

We have a vibrant mix of enthusiastic students and talented researchers from across Scotland, the UK, Europe and the World. We've recently invested more than £10 million in our buildings and laboratories so our students, researchers and staff have modern, well-equipped and comfortable facilities. We offer students unrivalled postgraduate opportunities for studying chemistry. We also offer top class postgraduate research opportunities.

Our History As a department, we're over 200 years old. In that time, we've built a reputation for being at the forefront of chemistry education and research.

We come from a long line of world-leading scientists.

Dr Henry Faulds, one of the pioneers in modern fingerprinting, graduated from the University of Strathclyde, when it was known as Anderson's University, with a physician's licence.

Peter Pauson was internationally recognised for his seminal work on the oganometallic compound, ferrocene.

More recently, Hamish Wood developed Leucovorin in collaboration with Professor Colin Suckling and their collaborators. It's an anti-cancer drug, now used across Europe, to treat colorectal cancers.

General Contact for Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry 90% University of Strathclyde Thomas Graham Building of our students are in work or 295 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G1 1XL +44 (0)141 548 2019 further study within 6 months of [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/science/chemistry/ graduation

The MSc in Forensic Science is the UK’s longest established forensic science course. It'll allow you to qualify as a court-going forensic scientist, as well as preparing you for many alternative careers that require problem-solving and analysis. You will graduate with relevant practical skills combined with analytical and investigative thinking. Programme Skills Set Careers On the programme our graduates will acquire: Forensic scientists can specialise in specific areas such as fire investigation. crime investigation and legal processes Qualified doctors and dentists can also undergo further criminalistics (eg shoe marks) training to specialise in their field to become forensic forensic chemistry (fires, explosives, glass, paint) medical examiners and forensic odontologists. toxicology and drugs of abuse (cannabis, heroin cocaine etc) Most of the work is laboratory-based but experienced forensic biology (body fluid analysis, blood pattern interpreta- forensic scientists may have to attend crime scenes and tion) give evidence in court. trace evidence and fibre examination Our graduates are found in roles such as: questioned documents Analytical Chemist interpretation of evidence Biology Casework Examiner You’ll become an effective analyst, develop strong written and Deputy Laboratory Director verbal communication and knowledge of: common separation techniques (thin layer, HPLC and gas chromatography), DNA Analyst modern spectroscopic methods (infra-red, ultraviolet-visible and fluorescence), DNA profiling, crime scene investigation Forensic Case Worker Examiner Forensic DNA Analyst Entry Requirements Forensic Scientist MSc Laboratory Analyst first or upper second-class Honours degree Medical Laboratory Assistant Histopathology overseas equivalent in a relevant science subject such as Research & Development Chemist chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, zoology or botany students with relevant industry experience are also welcome to Work placement apply MSc students will undertake a three-month work placement in an operational forensic organisation. Previous students ideal for those who are marginally underqualified for entry to have been placed in the Centre for Applied Science and MSc course Technology (CAST) and the Forensic Explosives Laboratory entry is competitive and students are selected on the basis of within the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory academic ability and previous experience (DSTL), part of the Ministry of Defence.

final selection decisions are made by the academic selector The eight-month Postgraduate Diploma course is similar and successful applicants will be notified to the MSc, but does not include the placement. in the course of forensic examinations, there is a potential for exposure to body fluids from hepatitis sufferers and prospective longest running students should consider hepatitis immunisation (this takes forensic science course in the UK from four to six months to be effective) Contact us PgDip/PgCert ideal for those who are marginally underqualified for entry to Lorraine Stewart Tel: +44 (0)141 548 2100 MSc course Email: [email protected] English requirements: IELTS 6.5 is required for all non- Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduatetaught/ English speakers forensicscience/

This course gives you the practical skills and knowledge to design and synthesise molecules that have therapeutic actions within the body. The ultimate aim is to invent more selective and safer drugs to fight and cure disease. We also want to fully exploit the opportunities from identification of genes associated with a range of cancers, inherited disorders and agents of disease

Programme Skills Set Careers On the programme our graduates will specialise on: Graduates from this course will be ideal for positions in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries or may continue their disease targets studies into PhD research. design of selectively-acting prototype drugs Our chemistry graduates go into a dynamic and varied world of work. Some of our recent job titles include: synthetic and mimetic strategies in producing drug prototypes Chemical analyst Graduate Development Programme the refinement of activity when a promising compound is identified Graduate Scientist modern methods of analysing biomolecules by concentrating Industrial Chemist on the use and outcomes of the various techniques Laboratory Chemist specific techniques to address problems in biosciences Research Chemist Technical Graduate aspects of DNA damage and repair, the role of post- translational modifications together with modern concepts in Research & Development Chemist target validation a range of distinct reagents and techniques that have the abilities to perform similar synthetic transformations

Facilities Entry Requirements

The Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry carries out MSc world-leading research with modern state-of-the-art facilities. A first or upper second-class Honours degree, or You’ll have access to the full range of analytical overseas instrumentation used in the pharmaceutical industry: equivalent, in chemistry or a related discipline. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Ultra-Violet (UV) PgDip/PgCert Attenuated Total Reflectance Fourier Transform This is ideal for those who are marginally Infrared Spectroscopy (ATR_FTIR) under-qualified for entry to the MSc course. Entry is competitive and selection is based on High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) academic ability. Final selection decisions are made Gas Chromatography (GC) by the academic selector and notified to successful Liquid Chromatograph/Gas Chromatography Mass applicants. Spectrometry (LC/GC-MS) English requirements: IELTS 6.5 is required for X-ray crystallography all non-English speakers additional specialised lectures from visiting professors Contact us and world-renowned scientists who are working in the pharmaceutical industry Tel: ++44 (0)141 548 2019 Email: [email protected]

Apply: http://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduatetaught/ medicinalchemistry/

RESEARCH DEGREES: Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry Our Research

The Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry is one of the largest chemistry research schools in the UK. Our research spans a very wide range of topics from analytical chemistry to materials science and from biological chemistry to theoretical chemistry. Research is well supported by industry, government, research councils, the EU and charitable foundations. We are part of WestCHEM, the joint research school of the University of Strathclyde and the University of Glasgow, with whom we work on many areas of chemistry research.

MPhil & PhD

You can study either option in any of our research areas below:

Catalysis and Synthesis Chemical biology, molecular medicine & synthetic biology Complex chemical systems Dynamic & structure Nanoscience & materials Forensic & analytical science Applied Chemistry

Entry Requirements

2:1 BSc (Hons) or above in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline or a degree agreed by the Head of Department.

General Contact for Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry

University of Strathclyde Thomas Graham Building 295 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, G1 1XL +44 (0)141 548 2019 [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/chemistry/ 3 Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry: Catalysis & Synthesis Our Research

Our projects include the design of new reactions and mechanistic studies, the synthesis of complex natural products, metal-free reagents and metal-based transformations, and the emerging area of synergistic bimetallic chemistry. We have strong international links and partnerships with more than 25 companies, including GSK, Merck, and Huntsman.

Research Areas Our research in this area focuses on five key areas: homogeneous catalysis heterogeneous catalysis target-driven synthesis computational chemistry emerging new developments in digital synthesis and reactionware organometallic chemistry for synergic synthesis We also research: asymmetric catalysis for the synthesis of chiral compounds and, in particular, bioactive targets solid-supported catalysts for industrial applications main group organometallic chemistry for synergic synthesis total synthesis of natural products, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and biological probes

computer simulation studies of catalytic reactions

Current Research Topics the development of new catalytic reactivity based on main group, transition metals and organocatalysts for the rapid assembly of complex molecular structures the design and synthesis of therapeutic agents, bioactive natural products, and probe molecules for the study of disease and key metabolic processes elucidation of structure–activity relationships of solid-supported catalysts with the aim of developing improved catalysts or designing new catalytic materials for new processes use of advanced theoretical methods and high performance computing to provide a detailed picture of the fundamental changes occurring as atoms and molecules react, particularly in catalytic cycles Contact +44 (0)141 548 2019 [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/chemistry/catalysissynthesis/ 4 Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry: Chemical biology, molecular medicine & synthetic biology

Our Research

Our links with Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences have developed our outstanding track record in innovation and delivery at all stages of the drug discovery pipeline. Molecular and biological sciences are fully integrated with the medical and veterinary sciences across several institutions including Strathclyde, the University of Glasgow and the Beatson

Institute for Cancer Research.

Over the past few years, with our partners at WestCHEM, we have been building capacity in chemical biology and have invested in infrastructure and staff. This has been recognised through an EPSRC-BBSRC-MRC funded Chemical Biology Network grant, which has accelerated growth and partnership.

Research Areas

Among the topics we are currently researching are: synthetic methodology design and synthesis of biological probes synthetic biology biomaterials chemistry catalysis and synthesis molecular medicine

Alongside our WestCHEM partners, our team has a wealth of experience in the area of molecular and biological sciences.

Contact +44 (0)141 548 2019 [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/chemistry/chemicalbiologymolecularmedicinesyntheticbiology/

5 Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry: Complex chemical systems

Our Research

We look at the major challenge of the self-assembly of non-biological chemical components into complex structures that have unique properties, like adaptability, molecular recognition, and programmability. We research the links between chemical systems and hybrid devices that have potential to deliver new technologies based on inorganic biology and synthetic systems.

Research Areas

the development of adaptive materials for biomedical applications strategies for solar fuel devices clean water the production of potential drug and drug delivery candidates.

Research Expertise

Among the topics we are currently researching are: non-equilibrium processes systems chemistry evolvable matter and evolutionary chemical systems novel reaction formats for systems chemistry dynamical synthetic systems self fabricating molecules, materials and systems reversible hydration/dehydration of complex solids studies of disorder at the atomic level in solidsbiomaterials chemistry

Contact +44 (0)141 548 2019 [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/chemistry/complexchemicalsystems/

6 Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry: Dynamic & structure

Our Research

Dynamics and structure research at Strathclyde covers a wide range of topics including materials and solid-state chemistry, computational studies, biophysical chemistry, and spectroscopy with many projects involving collaborations across multiple areas. We are increasing our research work with our WestCHEM partners in soft condensed matter theory and experiment; the interface between biology and chemical physics studied through spectroscopy and imaging; and solid- state physical chemistry.

Research Areas

organic electronics solid-state chemistry polymer chemistry computational chemistry biophysical chemistry

Current Research Topics

Topics we are currently researching include: preparation and characterisation of heteroatomic molecular, oligomeric and polymeric materials ultrafast chemical physics and physical chemistry photonic and metamaterials for biosensing, chirality photochemistry and chemical dynamics solid-state NMR visualising and manipulating chemical structures biomolecular structure and dynamic studies of disorder at the atomic level in solidsbiomaterials chemistry

Contact +44 (0)141 548 2019 [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/chemistry/complexchemicalsystems/ 7 Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry: Nanoscience & materials

Our Research

Interconnecting traditional organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, this research grouping has significant strengths in biomaterials and biodegradable polymers, ionic liquids, biosensing, functional conjugated and non-conjugated polymers and nanoparticles, electronic and magnetic materials, hydrogen storage materials, inorganic nanomaterial and microporous solid synthesis and characterisation, and self-assembly and molecular devices.

Key areas of research

The Centre for Molecular Nanometrology is part of this theme and focuses on the understanding of plasmonic materials for enhanced optical spectroscopies and the creation of new approaches to bioanalysis, based mainly on functionalised nanoparticles and surface enhanced Raman scattering. Additional research within the theme covers materials research in renewable energy applications (fuel cells, hydrogen storage, solar cells), low power optoelectronic devices, chiral plasmonic metamaterials, and magnetic materials is internationally recognised.

Current Research Topics

Topics we are currently researching: Nanosensors for in vitro and in vivo analysis molecular devices molecules for future emerging technologies molecular magnetic and nanomagnetic materials inorganic nano materials, such as polyoxometallates and sustainable materials processing organic semiconductors and solar cells supramolecular chemistry, self assembly of complex chemical systems structural chemistry of hydrogen in nominally anhydrous materials (NAMs).

Contact +44 (0)141 548 2019 [email protected] http://www.strath.ac.uk/research/subjects/chemistry/nanosciencematerials/ 8 Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry: Forensic & analytical Science

Our Research

Staff in the Centre for Forensic Science and the Analytical Chemistry Research Group have a broad range of research interests, world-leading expertise, and strong international research links.

Centre for Forensic Science (CFS)

We are actively engaged in research in forensic science (both forensic chemistry and forensic biology) and forensic practice. Our research is both directly related to the field – so sometimes carried out in collaboration with operational forensic science laboratories – and at a more fundamental and theoretical scientific level.

Analytical Chemistry Research Group

Our research covers two main areas. In environmental analytical chemistry, we are interested in the development of new methods for determining potentially toxic elements and persistent organic pollutants, and in applying these methods to study natural systems. In process analytical chemistry, we are involved in multi-centre, multidisciplinary collaborative research with industry through the Centre for Process Analytics and Control Technology (CPACT).

Our Achievements

In the last 10 years members of staff of the Centre for Forensic Science have: Published more than 100 publications in peer reviewed literature Delivered more than 90 conference presentations at the leading forensic science meetings around the world including invited lectures, keynote lectures and workshop presentations Authored 19 book chapters and edited three texts relating to forensic science practice Patented a number of technological developments of relevance to forensic science

Current Research Topics

Development of novel sensors for forensic applications DNA and human genomics Forensic science policy and use of forensic science by law enforcement organisations Evaluation of new technology and methodology Databases Speciation and bioaccessibility Development of field sensors for priority pollutants Novel adsorption platforms for environmental remediation Heritage science Non-invasive online and in-reactor analysis

Process control and optimisation 9