A series of at least four free-standing lectures from a wide range of topics including:
Problems with nitrogen – past and present
Antoine and Marie – Anne Lavoisier and ‘the new chemistry’
Artemisinin in the treatment of malaria
Phosphorus – an element of crucial importance and concern
Women scientists who deserve greater recognition
Furthjer sessiosn will be added if there is sufficient demand. No prior knowledge of chemistry will be assumed. A glossary of terms will be provided.