Good Chemistry

It was as early as 1843 that Huddersfield Mechanics’ Institute offered its first courses in chemistry - then widely regarded as a rather obscure subject. It was a highly progressive decision, driven by far-sighted local industrialists who recognised the needs of Huddersfield’s burgeoning dyeing industry.

To this day, the Department of Chemical Sciences (as it is now at the University of Huddersfield) provides key support local industry. In this talk, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry, Rob Brown is joined by Dr Martyn Walker to explore chemistry teaching and research has evolved since 1843 and how this has been influenced by local and national industry.

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