Chemistry

1. Johan Alfredo Linthorst

Research between Science, Society and Politics

During large parts of its history chemistry was seen as a science of progress, admired by many. But contemporary public debates on chemistry have been quite critical, mainly for environmental reasons. Therefore is it interesting to note that in the course of the 1990s “green chemistry” emerged. The origins, scientific meaning and drivers behind the spectacular growth of that new field are the subject of "Research between Science, Society and Politics: The History and Scientific Development of Green Chemistry". The scientific character of green chemistry has been a matter of dispute since its inception. This book aims to clarify that dispute. It presents a historical analysis of its birth and evolution, with a special focus on the USA, the UK and the Netherlands and the chemical societies in these countries. The emergence of green chemistry differed from one country to another, which is analyzed and compared as well. Based on quantitative and qualitive research methods and a wide range of primary sources never studied before, this book ultimately offers a new characterization of “green chemistry”. It should be of interest to chemists, policy makers and historians & philosophers of chemistry, because "Research between Science, Society and Politics" accounts for both internal scientific as well as socio-cultural factors that played a role during the emergence and growth of green chemistry. Arjan (Johan Alfredo) Linthorst graduated in 2004 from the University of Groningen, with a specialization in physical organic chemistry. He is an experienced teacher at secondary school, with a demonstrated interest in the history of chemistry. He has published in several journals concerning chemistry, chemistry education and the history and philosophy of chemistry.

1. Anouk de Ridder

Not that kind of doctor!

Like many jobs, stepping into a PhD comes with a whole world which can be quite overwhelming. You may be wondering where to begin, or how you are going to get through the next four to six years. While there is no one universal PhD experience, several of the same challenges and questions come up in each discipline: how to handle your research, write your dissertation, defend your PhD, and… how to deal with what happens after getting your doctor’s degree. Anouk De Ridder wrote this guide to help you get started, to have some footing through the key moments in your dissertation work. The book is based on her experiences and conversations with people from multiple disciplines and universities, but will also include the insights from experts and experienced professionals.

1. Bill Bryson

A Short History Of Nearly Everything

The author describes himself as a reluctant traveller, but even when he stays safely at home he can't contain his curiosity about the world around him. This title is about his quest to understand everything that has happened from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization - how we got from there, being nothing at all, to here, being us.

1. Dk

Simply Quantum Physics

1. Dk

How Science Works

1. Michael (harvard University) Brenner
2. Pia (harvard University) Sorensen
3. David (harvard University) Weitz

Science And Cooking

Based on the popular Harvard University and EdX class, Science and Cooking explores the scientific basis of why recipes work.