9 September 2004

'Chemistry at Work'

Photo opportunity: (pupils taking part in practical demonstration) 2.30pm, Thursday 9 September, Carnelley Building, University of Dundee.

Over 400 Standard Grade Chemistry Pupils from Dundee and surrounding areas are taking part in a 'Chemistry at Work' event hosted by the University of Dundee. Pupils have the opportunity to learn about chemistry at work from assisting police in solving crimes to the treatment process required for safe drinking water.

The event has been organised by the Royal Society of Chemistry and organisations participating range from those whose main activity is chemistry or chemical science, to companies that use chemistry in less obvious ways. Pupils have the opportunity to meet representatives from Shell, Scottish Water, Diageo, the Society of Chemistry in Industry and the Police Forensic Science Laboratory and take part in hands on demonstrations to understand how chemistry is used in their respective fields.

Natalie Gooseman, The Royal Society of Chemistry, Tayside local section said, "The pupils gain a valuable insight into careers within the chemical sciences industry. The range of talks are practical and informative, stimulating the pupils' interest in chemistry. We look forward to being involved in next year's Chemistry at Work event."

The event began on Tuesday 7 and finishes on Thursday 9 September 2004 in the Carnelley Building of the University of Dundee.

For further information please contact the Press Office on 01382 344768

By Angela Durcan, Press Officer 01382 344910, out of hours: 07968298585, a.durcan@dundee.ac.uk