Learning-casts- A Lecture Series on General Chemistry by Mr. D. Ferguson. Link to video of lecture- https://youtu.be/9RMA9htq-yQ
An Interview with A Mentor- Dr. Robert Langer, Sc.D. (MIT Institute Professor) on aspects of the Future of Diabetes Medicine Research
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Diabetes therapy is entering a new phase. For decades, the central challenge was how to deliver insulin more safely, more intelligently, and more responsively.
The research work by Dr. Langer has produced a generation of technologies aimed at making therapy more autonomous: glucose-responsive insulin systems, microneedle patches, implantable rescue devices, lipid nanoparticles, and mRNA-based approaches to protein replacement.
At the same time, a separate revolution emerged from pharmacology. GLP-1 receptor agonists, dual GIP/GLP-1 agonists, and now triple GIP/GLP-1/glucagon agonists have changed expectations for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity.
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Views of this interview reflect those of my guest and I. They don't constitute medical or professional advice. We disclaim any loss in any way.
An Interview with A Mentor- Chancellor Gary May, 7th Chancellor of University of California, Davis- Recorded in 2026
INTERVIEW OVERVIEW
Chancellor Gary S. May
7th Chancellor, University of California, Davis
KEY FIGURES
• 433 underrepresented students earned Ph.D.s in science and engineering at Georgia Tech — most in the nation
• 73% of SURE program participants went on to graduate school
• 200+ technical publications; 15 book contributions; 1 patent
• $13.2 billion annual economic contribution to California
• 40,000+ students enrolled at UC Davis
• $1 billion+ in annual sponsored research
Some of the questions in this interview included:
Background: Created the Summer Undergraduate Research in Engineering/Science (SURE) program backed by NSF. Founded FACES and the University Center of Exemplary Mentoring with NSF and Sloan Foundation grants. Produced the most Ph.D.s among underrepresented groups in science and engineering in the nation.
Q3. SURE sent 73% of participants to graduate school. What design principles separate a research experience that genuinely transforms a student from one that's merely decorative on a résumé?
Q4. Through FACES and the University Center of Exemplary Mentoring, 433 underrepresented students earned Ph.D.s — the most in the nation. If a provost called you tomorrow wanting to replicate that, what's the one structural element they cannot skip — and the mistake institutions most often make?
Background: Steve W. Chaddick Chair, Georgia Tech School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Dean, Georgia Tech College of Engineering — largest and most diverse engineering school in the nation (400+ faculty, 13,000 students). Executive Assistant to President G. Wayne Clough. Elected to the National Academy of Engineering, 2018.
Q5. You went from the Chaddick Chair to dean of the largest, most diverse engineering school in the country while sustaining 200+ publications. How did you manage the scholar-administrator tension, and what did serving as executive assistant to President Wayne Clough teach you about executive leadership before you ever held the title?
Q6. Leaders keep emerging from your Georgia Tech orbit including President DesRoches at Rice, Isbell at UIUC, President Ayanna Howard now at Spelman, President Blake at Georgia State, Provost Beyah as provost. Coaches have coaching trees — you have a leadership tree. Was this the product of a deliberate, repeatable system for developing leaders, or a culture that leadership simply grows in?
Q7. Often a mentor sees leadership potential in someone before they see it in themselves. When you spot that raw material in a young faculty member or administrator, what exactly are you looking for — and how do you have the conversation that plants the seed of "you could run an institution one day"?
Background: 7th Chancellor, UC Davis (2017–present). Four colleges, six professional schools, 40,000+ students, $1B+ in annual sponsored research. Ranked 3rd best public university in the United States (Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, 2024). Ten-year strategic plan: To Boldly Go.
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[Re-Aired] Mastering Science Communication with Simar Bajaj, Multi-Award-Winning Science Journalist
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In this remixed fireside chat from 2023, we sit down with Simar Bajaj then a Harvard undergraduate student and now: a Stanford medical student, Knight-Hennessy Scholar, Oxford Marshall Scholar, and Harvard University graduate. Join us as we discuss Simar's incredible achievements in science communication, the perseverance his field demands, and the sheer hard work behind producing top-tier journalism. As a current award-winning former New York Times reporter and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Simar shares invaluable insights from his experiences writing for major outlets like NPR, The Atlantic, and The Washington Post, as well as publishing first-author research in premier medical journals. This is truly a must-listen episode!
Connect with Simar:
Disclaimer:The views expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guest(s). This episode is designed to provide educational and intellectually stimulating support for peer pharmacists in training. It is not intended to serve as medical advice or recommendations. For personalized medical guidance, please consult your local board-certified physician, PA, NP, or pharmacist.
The New Student Pharmacist Podcast Experience- Exploration of Cancer Biology and Research
Note: The views of this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I. Note: Purpose of these episodes- not at all, for advice or medical suggestions. These are aimed to provide support for peer pharmacists in training in educational and intellectually stimulating ways. Again, these are not at all for medical advice, or for medical suggestions. Please see your local state and board-certified physician, PA or NP, and pharmacist for medical advice and suggestions.
Some content produced involved the use of A.I. .
The New Student Pharmacist's Podcast Experience- Biostatistics Overview:
In this episode, we have a conversation, in which we talk briefly about biostatistics concepts.
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Note: The views of this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.Note: Purpose of these episodes- not at all, for advice or medical suggestions. These are aimed toprovide support for peer pharmacists in training in educational and intellectually stimulating ways.Again, these are not at all for medical advice, or for medical suggestions. Please see your local state and board-certified physician, PA or NP, and pharmacist for medical advice and suggestions.
Some content produced involved the use of A.I. .
Please note: The views of this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I. These are not for medical advice or consultation. Please see your local state and board-certified health professional. We disclaim any loss in any way.---
Highlights from TNSPPE- Interview with Dr. Sebastian Kahf,MD- Anesthesiology Resident, UCLA
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Biography of Dr. Kahf, MD ( UCLA Anesthesiology Resident)
Sebastian Kahf is a first-year anesthesiology resident physician at UCLA. He went to Georgia Tech for undergrad and went to the Medical College of Georgia for his doctorate in medicine. In medical school, he conducted research in anesthesiology and presented his research in several state and national conferences as well as through publication in international-reach journals. By the end of medical school, he was selected for induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) national medical honor society. He is now completing his first year as a physician out in Los Angeles, California. In his free time, he is an avid runner, skier, DJ, and has started to get into surfing during the summer months. He hopes to pursue a career in academic anesthesiology and serve as faculty to teach future generations of medical students and residents.
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Please note: The views of this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I. These are not for medical advice or consultation. Please see your local state and board-certified health professional. We disclaim any loss in any way.
️ Dive deep into the mind-bending world of quantum possibilities with our latest episode on The New Student Pharmacist's Podcast! We're breaking down big questions like "Are we exploring Potential Applications: Young's Double-Slit Experiment, Quantum Dot Designs, and Multi-Component Radiation Outputs?" Prepare to have your curiosity sparked and your mind blown!
Check out the article by Ferguson in The New Chemist Academic Journal that inspired this fascinating discussion. Let's unravel the mysteries together! Tune in now and join the exploration into the cutting-edge realms of science and technology.
Are we exploring Potential Applications: Young's Double-Slit Experiment, Quantum Dot Designs, and Multi-Component Radiation Outputs? · The New Chemist- Academic Journal (pubpub.org)
Note: The views of the podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.
Cite: 1. Ferguson, MRSB MRSC D. A Perspective: Exploring Multi-Factorial Aspects of Quantum Dots- Unveiling Potential Applications? The New Chemist- Academic Journal. Published online December 11, 2023. doi:10.21428/3ed95e66.5f4dd3e2 ---
A Perspective- Exploring Multi-Factorial Aspects of Quantum Dots- Unveiling Potential Applications?
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Introduction
First, in the realm of quantum dots, the gaze has long been fixed upon their size-dependent optical properties. These nanoscopic entities exhibit intriguing behaviors, where larger uniform nanoparticles offer more space for electron waves, consequently influencing their optical characteristics. Conversely, the confinement of subatomic particles within nanoparticles leads to observable quantized effects, significantly impacting their optical manifestations.
Discussion and Inquiry
Second, delving into the foundational principles of quantum chemistry, we often lean on established concepts like Heisenberg's uncertainty principle. This principle underscores the profound influence of momentum and position on entities at the quantum scale. Size, in essence, is a mathematical expression of position across a dimension or multiple dimensions.
However, what if we were to extend our analysis beyond the size-induced, and quantized-light dependent optical traits of nanoparticles? What if we were to consider their intrinsic and resultant momentum, and how this could affect their optical and temperature properties?
Might such an approach engender a spectrum of radiation with tuned multi-components? Could we better understand and tune the quantized light absorption of colloidal particles through an analysis of their intrinsic and resultant momenta and how that is affect by quantized light? Could we tailor these findings to meet diverse research and clinical needs and demands?
With these questions raised, this beckons us to venture beyond a conventional focus on position or size as a main parameter to adjust in pursuit of understanding quantum dot applications, phenomena, and behavior.
As scientists, it may serve us well to consider the profound implications of how these nanoparticles (quantum dots), potentially adjust or change their behavior within the context of an input of quantized light, when possessing an intrinsic or resultant momentum.
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In this episode we discuss and reflect on grad-school days with physical organic chemistry ideas such as molecular point groups, kinetic isotope effects, and stereoisomerism. Definitely an episode worth listening to!
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Note: The views on this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.
In this interview we combine, with a pre-advent remix, the interviews and conversations with Dr. Mike Zott, Ph.D. , including his salient insights and highlighting his honest and successful experiences in graduate school at California Institute of Technology.
The views on this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.
In this episode, we discuss, pharmaceutical chemistry ideas, and provide a narrative framework for some conceptual explanations.
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Note: Purpose of these episodes- not at all, for advice or medical suggestions. These are aimed to provide support for peer pharmacists in training in educational and intellectually stimulating ways. Again, these are not at all for medical advice, or for medical suggestions. Please see your local state and board-certified physician, PA or NP, and pharmacist for medical advice and suggestions.
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The views in this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.
חיי האדם והשלום, כמו גם עיסוקים חינוכיים, קבוצת הפודקאסטים של The New Chemist משחררת פרק בנושא "יסודות הביולוגיה והביוכימיה המולקולרית" בעברית.
With current events globally, and recognizing the importance of all human life and peace, as well as educational pursuits, The New Chemist's Podcasting Group, has worked hard on releasing an episode on " The Basics of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry" in Hebrew.
Peace is important. Education is important.
In this episode, we re-air the interview with a great Bahamian servant-leader and one of the recent Bahamian National Honorees at The National Honours Day, The Deputy Permanent Secretary for the Bahamian Ministry of Education, Mr. Deveaux, C.D., MSc., L.H.D., to produce an interview that is both informative, transformational and enjoyable to listen to.
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Link to Mr. Deveaux LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardo-p-deveaux-cd-m-sc-l-h-d-5254417/
In this dynamic podcast interview with Simar, a Senior at Harvard University, we discuss Simar's achievements in science communication, his perseverance, and the hard work required to produce good work, science communication, and good journalism. Furthermore, Simar provides insights as he is a developing and achieving young leader in the science and journalism arenas. Definitely an episode worth listening to!
Here are the links to his website and LinkedIn Page:
1. Simar's website: https://www.simarbajaj.com/
2. Simar's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simar-bajaj/
En este episodio discutimos e presentamos ideas de MCAT en español. ¡Definitivamente un episodio que vale la pena escuchar!
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Para las traducciones al inglés, consulte los siguientes enlaces:
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Parte 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0Cf2N-72u4
Parte 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf51G-ZtTy4
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Tenga en cuenta que las opiniones de este podcast representan las de mis invitados y las mías.
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In this episode we discuss and introduce MCAT ideas in Spanish. Definitely an episode, worth listening to !
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For the English translations please see the following links:
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0Cf2N-72u4
Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf51G-ZtTy4
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Note the views on this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.
In this episode, both Dr. Zott (Mike) and I discuss the paper on "Capturing primary ozonides for a syn-dihydroxylation of olefins" published in Nature Chemistry , and we discuss what worked well for us in graduate school, complemented to our success as students, and the strategies and people who are supporting our progress to date. This is definitely an episode worth listening to, as we discuss chemistry ideas, and strategies for successful transitions in graduate school and relative tips for managing workloads.
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Dr. Mike Zott's LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-zott/
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Feel free to follow Mr. David Joshua Ferguson, MS ( The New Chemist) on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-joshua-f-458b97aa/
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Note: The views on this podcast represent those of my guest (s) and I. Not intended to serve as professional consultation or medical advice or information, please consult the relevant professionals in the medical fields or consultant roles. Only intended for educational and intellectually engaging purposes.
Dans cet épisode, nous discutons de certains articles du Dr Robert Langer (~ 1 561 articles) basés sur des fourchettes par centaines, en années et par ordre croissant. Grâce à l'utilisation d'outils logiciels, de Google Scholar et d'autres ressources, cette revue audio a été composée.
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Lien vers le Dr Robert Langer, Sc.D. Profil Google Scholar de :
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=5HX--AYAAAAJ
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Pour célébrer le travail accompli par le Dr Langer et ses réalisations en matière d'administration de médicaments. Une liste reprenant certaines de ses citations a été utilisée, à savoir 1561 (mille cinq cent soixante et une) citations. Si vous souhaitez trouver les citations dont nous discuterons, vous pouvez utiliser Google Scholar, dresser une liste de ses citations où il est répertorié comme auteur, les classer par années, puis en utilisant le thème, vous pouvez trouver les articles pertinents pour le sujet. thèmes qui seront abordés dans cet épisode.
Certainement un épisode à écouter !
Les références incluent : Google Scholar ; De nombreux articles ; (OpenAI, 2023)
In this episode we discuss general chemistry ideas as well as introduce MCAT ideas in French. Definitely an episode, worth listening to !
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For the English translations please see the following links:
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0Cf2N-72u4
Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf51G-ZtTy4
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Note the views on this podcast represent those of my guest(s) and I.
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In this episode, episode 2B, we combine review notes and summative points that stood out to our team, and highlight them in these episodes concerning NAPLEX preparation, and we aimed to do it creatively. Note: Note: Purpose of these episodes- not at all, for advice or medical suggestions. These are aimed to provide support for peer pharmacists in training in educational and intellectual stimulating ways. Again, these are not at all for medical advice, or for medical suggestions. Please see your local state and board certified physician, PA or NP, and pharmacist for medical advice and suggestions.
Note: The purpose of these episodes- Not at all, in any way, shape, form or intention, for medical advice or medical suggestions. Its sole intention is to provide support, for peer pharmacists in training or those interested in pharmacy concepts, in educational and intellectual stimulating ways. Not at all, in any way, shape, form or intention, medical advice, or for medical suggestions. See your local, state and board certified, physician, PA or NP, and pharmacist for medical advice and suggestions.
Note: The purpose of these episodes- Not at all, in any way, shape, form or intention, for medical advice or medical suggestions. Its sole intention is to provide support, for peer pharmacists in training or those interested in pharmacy concepts, in educational and intellectual stimulating ways. Not at all, in any way, shape, form or intention, medical advice, or for medical suggestions. See your local, state and board certified, physician, PA or NP, and pharmacist for medical advice and suggestions.
Isaiah Swann Biography: Isaiah Swann is a student in the Medical-Scientist Training Program and Cell & Developmental Biology Graduate Program at the University of Virginia. Originally from Marietta, Georgia, Isaiah completed a degree in neuroscience at the University of Texas at Dallas and a postgrad year at the Warren Center for Neuroscience Drug Discovery at Vanderbilt University before arriving at UVA in 2021. Broadly, he is interested in neurology and expanding our understanding of basic cellular processes in neurons, such as how elements of the neuronal cytoskeleton contribute to axon pathfinding and proper synapse formation. While passionate about research and medicine, he believes it’s important to lead a fulfilled life outside of work; Swann enjoys spending his free time sampling local restaurants with friends, making music, watching reality tv shows, and exercising. --
Introduction: Excerpt from Beethoven's 5th Symphony ( Open Source)
Português: Neste episódio, reflito sobre um momento fundamental na pós-graduação, durante o qual trabalhei em minha tese de pós-graduação centrada na importância de um fosfolipídio (cardiolipina) em doenças neurodegenerativas e no potencial desse lipídio usando lipidômica para ajudar em pesquisas futuras esforços.
English: In this episode, I reflect on a keystone moment in graduate school, within which I worked on my graduate thesis that was centered around the significance of a phospholipid (cardiolipin) in neurodegenerative diseases, and the potential of that lipid using lipidomics to help further research endeavours.
English: In this episode, I reflect on a keystone moment in graduate school, within which I worked on my graduate thesis that was centered around the significance of a phospholipid (cardiolipin) in neurodegenerative diseases, and the potential of that lipid using lipidomics to help further research endeavours.
Español: En este episodio, reflexiono sobre un momento clave en la escuela de posgrado, dentro del cual trabajé en mi tesis de posgrado que se centró en la importancia de un fosfolípido (cardiolipina) en enfermedades neurodegenerativas, y el potencial de ese lípido usando lipidómica para ayudar a futuras investigaciones. esfuerzos
La información contenida en este episodio es producto del trabajo exclusivo de David Ferguson y no debe reproducirse, copiarse ni distribuirse sin el consentimiento expreso por escrito de David Joshua Ferguson.
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In deze aflevering presenteren we de basisprincipes van organische chemie in het Engels en Nederlands.
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Neste episódio apresentamos os fundamentos da química orgânica em inglês e português.
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En este episodio de podcast, volvemos a transmitir una entrevista anterior con el Dr. Raghavendran, cuando era estudiante de medicina y ahora es un exitoso médico residente. También presentamos las ideas fundamentales de la química orgánica en español y en inglés. ¡Definitivamente un episodio que vale la pena escuchar!
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In dieser Folge präsentieren wir Grundlagen der organischen Chemie auf Englisch und auf Deutsch!
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In this episode, we produce audio that combines the ambience of sports arenas and chemistry insights! With these combined we aim to reach more audiences and engage different types of learners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this interview we have the opportunity to hear from a leading vice principal at the great, Bishop Michael Eldon School, and we present biochemistry in poetry form in five different languages ( English, French, German, Spanish and then Portuguese) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A preview of Dr. Johnson's biography is on LinkedIn .
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In this episode of " " Lecture-casts"- A Podcast Lecture Series in General Chemistry" , we present biochemistry introductory ideas in the form of a ballad, as well as a re-aired remixed interview with Dr. Louis Jungheim, a retired Research Fellow from Lilly Research Laboratories, and a former mentor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode of " "Lecture-casts"- A Podcast Lecture Series in General Chemistry", we discuss with an incoming Pharm.D. Candidate her advice and lived experiences on being a competitive applicant for Pharmacy School. We discuss in detail the the steps she took and describe in detail why she decided to take those steps, in her journey as a student. Definitely an episode worth listening to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcript of Interview with Dr. Langer, Sc.D. https://thenewchemistpublications.pubpub.org/pub/alinjkww/release/2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode of "Lecture-casts"- A Podcast Lecture Series in General Chemistry", we highlight the introductory general chemistry lecture , which is done in English, and then in Spanish. Definitely an episode worth listening to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of " "Lecture-casts"- A Podcast Lecture Series in General Chemistry", we highlight an interview with Dr. Emery Brown, MD, PhD - Harvard/ MIT - in English and with the Portuguese Translation Afterwards.
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Highlights from The New Chemist's Podcast- Interview with Dr. L.C. Campeau - Associate Vice President and Head of Small Molecule R&D at Merck- Video Episode.
In this interview we discuss with a leading pioneer in chemistry, Dr. L.C. Campeau, his career and his accomplishments thus far, and what has been an impetus for his achievements. Dr. L.C. Campeau is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
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Dr. Campeau's Biography:
L.-C. Campeau obtained his Ph. D. degree in 2007 with the late Professor Keith Fagnou at the University of Ottawa in Canada as an NSERC Doctoral Fellow, after completing his B.Sc. in Biopharmaceutical Sciences. He was the recipient of the Pierre Laberge Prize for the best Ph.D. thesis in the Science Faculty. The Faculty of Science awarded him the inaugural Young Alumni Award in 2016 and in 2022 he received the inaugural Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award. L.-C. first joined Merck Research Laboratories at Merck-Frosst in Montreal in 2007 making key contributions to the discovery of Doravirine (MK-1439) for which he received a Merck Special Achievement Award. In 2010, he moved from Quebec to New Jersey, where he has served in roles of increasing responsibility Head of Catalysis & Automation, Head of Discovery Process Chemistry and Head of Process Chemistry. L.-C. is currently Associate Vice President and the Head of Small Molecule Process Research and Development, leading a team of smart creative scientists and engineers developing innovative solutions in support of all discovery, pre-clinical and clinical active pharmaceutical ingredient deliveries for the entire Merck portfolio for small-molecule therapeutics. Over his tenure at Merck, L.-C. and his team have made important contributions to >40 clinical candidates and 7 commercial products to date. Under his leadership, his organization has received the EPA’s Green Chemistry Challenge Award four consecutive years and received the Heroes of Chemistry Award for their work on Molnupiravir in 2022. His passion for scientific excellence exemplified by >80 publications and patents, several successful collaborations with key academics, and an extensive list of >85 invited lectures worldwide. As a proud Canadian, L.-C. continues his engagement in the Canadian chemistry community, serving 4 years on the NSERC Discovery Grants committee (2019-2022) and currently sits on the NSERC National Awards Selection Committee. L.-C. was elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada in 2022.
In this interview we discuss with a leading pioneer in chemistry, Dr. L.C. Campeau, his career and his accomplishments thus far, and what has been an impetus for his achievements. Dr. L.C. Campeau is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
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Dr. Campeau's Biography:
L.-C. Campeau obtained his Ph. D. degree in 2007 with the late Professor Keith Fagnou at the University of Ottawa in Canada as an NSERC Doctoral Fellow, after completing his B.Sc. in Biopharmaceutical Sciences. He was the recipient of the Pierre Laberge Prize for the best Ph.D. thesis in the Science Faculty. The Faculty of Science awarded him the inaugural Young Alumni Award in 2016 and in 2022 he received the inaugural Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award. L.-C. first joined Merck Research Laboratories at Merck-Frosst in Montreal in 2007 making key contributions to the discovery of Doravirine (MK-1439) for which he received a Merck Special Achievement Award. In 2010, he moved from Quebec to New Jersey, where he has served in roles of increasing responsibility Head of Catalysis & Automation, Head of Discovery Process Chemistry and Head of Process Chemistry. L.-C. is currently Associate Vice President and the Head of Small Molecule Process Research and Development, leading a team of smart creative scientists and engineers developing innovative solutions in support of all discovery, pre-clinical and clinical active pharmaceutical ingredient deliveries for the entire Merck portfolio for small-molecule therapeutics. Over his tenure at Merck, L.-C. and his team have made important contributions to >40 clinical candidates and 7 commercial products to date. Under his leadership, his organization has received the EPA’s Green Chemistry Challenge Award four consecutive years and received the Heroes of Chemistry Award for their work on Molnupiravir in 2022. His passion for scientific excellence exemplified by >80 publications and patents, several successful collaborations with key academics, and an extensive list of >85 invited lectures worldwide. As a proud Canadian, L.-C. continues his engagement in the Canadian chemistry community, serving 4 years on the NSERC Discovery Grants committee (2019-2022) and currently sits on the NSERC National Awards Selection Committee. L.-C. was elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada in 2022.
In this episode highlight from " The New Chemist's Podcast" , we interview Ms. Dorissa Ferguson, who is The Compass Club President for Grand Bahama. With her aspirations to serve as a New Anchor and as a Member of Parliament for East Grand Bahama, she is on a good and positive trajectory to making a significant difference in her community. In this discussion, she presents her achievements and impact in her school and society, as well as she discusses her trajectory as a developing undergraduate, eventually to pursue Mass Communications. Definitely an interview to listen to for all ages with a developing leader: Ms. Dorissa E. Ferguson !
In this episode we remixed and re-air Lecture 11 which discusses VSEPR, Resonance and others ideas.
Here is the link to the youtube lecture.
Lecture 11- Supplemental Lecture on :
https://youtu.be/AM5MeJZJnSM
General chemistry involves the study of matter, which is made of atoms which can be understood using very small particles.
Those small particles can be electrons, neutrons or protons or even smaller. Chemical reactions involve those changes are dependent on reactant balance, rate, nearness, and position. Bonding influences properties and rate, nearness, position and reactant balance are related. In chemistry when we describe a substance, we talk about its properties. Two types of properties are physical and chemical. Chemical properties are linked to the bonding between the atoms, but physical properties are linked to the appearance, smell, melting point and others.
Physical changes are associated with physical properties, and chemical changes are associated with chemical properties are associated with chemical changes. Physical changes can be reversed but chemical changes cannot be reversed. A chemical reaction changes the chemical properties of a substance or forms a new substances, reactants make products. It is like ingredients combine and make a new substance. Now, there are four states of matter solid, liquid, gas and plasma. According to the “kinetic molecular theory”, solids are densely packed with particles, liquids are loosely packed and gases have a lot of space between their particles. This is why gases spread out or diffuse rapidly. Solids changing to liquids is called melting. Liquids to gases is called evaporation. Gas to solid is called deposition and solid to gas is called sublimation. These are phase changes. Chemistry is important and for anyone who is interested and has the passion, we will ensure that we help to create access for all interested. Never give up! Keep trying! You can do it!
What If Chemistry was Taught in A Football (Soccer) Stadium?- A Discussion of Chemistry Ideas (Equilibria)- Video Episode.
In this video episode we discuss chemistry ideas as if we were commentators in a football stadium.
In this episode we discuss chemistry ideas as if we were commentators in a football stadium. As well as we explain amino acid structures using a ballad format with harmonic dissonance. Definitely an episode worth listening to!
In this episode, we highlight one of the conversations, between our producer, Mr. David Ferguson, and his guest, Dr. Todd Golub, from the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard.
In this episode, we highlight through the use of a video episode, the previous conversation between our producer, Mr. David Ferguson, and one of his guests on The New Chemist's Podcast-- Dr. Robert Langer, MIT Institute Professor and Co-Founder of Moderna.
Organic Chemistry Introductions- Video Episode! Remember:
Non-aromatic- Not cyclic and not planar.
Anti-aromatic refers to 4n pi- electrons , as opposed to 4n+2 pi electrons which obeys Huckel's rule.
Exam 1- Review- Audio. Also check out "The New Chemist's Podcast" on several platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher ! Here is the video link: https://youtu.be/oNwMWw9SFr8
"Lecture-casts"- Introduction and Overview- Part 1 in American Sign Language ! This was made with the intention of making the chemistry lecture content more accessible and enjoyable to those who may not have the same hearing ability. The video is available on Spotify and Anchor !( Made with the use of AI and other software )Link to Playlist Series : https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7sr0KZQqfgmPaJRvAkjiwqXjWjMbG7i2
Advanced Topics - Organic Chemistry Discussions! A study of introductory organic chemistry, with readings from Accessible Organic Chemistry.
Here is the link: https://www.cambridge.org/engage/coe/article-details/624a430e855ee5a81fe1784f .
*Correction Note for Mnemonic for some heterocycles : ( -ir,-et, -ol, -, ep )- referring to oxirane, oxetane, oxolane, oxane and oxeptane.
Lecture 10 - Official Video- " Lecture-casts"- A Podcast Lecture Series in General Chemistry.
Official Video - Lecture-casts- Lecture 11- A Lecture on Resonance, VSEPR , Valence Bond Theory and Molecular Orbital Theory.
Special Educational Edition- Amino Acid Ballad. With the use of harmonic dissonance, we create a ballad that combines artistic music expressions and descriptions of chemistry functionalities in amino acids.
"Lecture-casts: A Podcast Lecture in General Chemistry"- Advanced Topics- Biochemistry- The Central Dogma and Other Ideas-Part 2
"Lecture-casts: A Podcast Lecture in General Chemistry"- Advanced Topics- Biochemistry- The Central Dogma and Other Ideas.
Lecture-casts: A Lecture Series in General Chemistry - Advanced Topics- Reaction Kinetics.
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Chemistry for All.
In this "lecture-cast" we discuss thermochemistry ideas and concepts. Here is the link to the lecture video on YouTube :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSGzKUX_iJs .
Audio of Problem Solving Session 1.
Here is the YouTube playlist- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7sr0KZQqfgkRuMJdYBXBHsEYAIBNAoOt
This is the supplemental lecture for lecture 3.
Here is the link to the video lecture: https://youtu.be/3Pg3jtO45Yg
In this audio of lecture 2, the goal is to supplement the lecture through the use of this discussion, which is in the form of a podcast.
Link to YouTube Video of Lecture: https://youtu.be/S7DR75OUrHo