Explosions, forensics and insects!

Over 500 secondary school pupils will be transformed into young scientists at the University of Teesside.

The Chemistry at Work event takes place from Tuesday 5 – Thursday 7 July, giving local 14 – 15 year olds the opportunity to explore the uses of chemistry/science in the workplace and everyday life.  The event is organised by NEPIC 's (North East Process Industry Cluster) Science Education Unit and hosted at the University of Teesside.  It is sponsored by the Royal Society of Chemistry, Tees Valley Partnership, One North East and Learn2Work Activities include:

• controlled explosions
• microbes, medicines and biotechnology
• forensic crime scene science
• investigating how some insects become immune to pesticides
• an obstacle course designed to be completed by the children using a powered wheelchair

Leila Elliot, NEPIC Science Education Unit Manager, said: “This event will give the students the opportunity to be in a University and to hear about the applications of chemistry and science from our very supportive local science based industrial presenters and academic staff from the University of Teesside.   “We hope that the young people enjoy their time at the University and are encouraged to consider science based studies and careers in the future when they hear about the varied career paths available to them. NEPIC is totally committed to attracting students to study science at school and university and join one of the many successful science companies in the North East.”

Further details on NEPIC’s science education programme, together with developments in the science-based industries in the region, can be seen at www.nepic.co.uk.

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