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How to build a career in Medicinal Chemistry

On 10 November 2023 we had a mentor-mentee session. Where us, mentee need to meet up with our mentor at least twice a semester. We had our first meet up session on that day. Our mentor, Prof Madya Ir Dr Sariah Binti Abang, is from Miri, Sarawak. Dr brings us for a lunch during our first session together. First thing we talked about was getting to know each other. Dr is very keen to know our background and where we study before getting into UNIMAS pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering. After that we asked Dr about her background which she explained with details to us, for bachelor degree Chemical Engineering at UKM, master in Biochem Engineering at Birmingham University (UK), PHD at Oniris, France. Next, we asked Dr for advice that she can give to first year undergraduates. Dr mainly talked about maintaining our CGPA because one semester drop will drag down other semester results. Dr also talked about adjustment. Where we need to adjust to our surroundings  and lecturer. Dr highlights that not everything will go in our way so we need to adjust to it. Moreover, socialising is very important. As the pressure in university is different we need social support. The main focus that Dr highlighted is knowing all the learning outcomes as we will be assessed by it. This session is very helpful for me in terms of studying as Dr very kindly explained about what we had to do to be successful. It was a meaningful meeting! 👩🎓 💖

Chemistry Tutoring Program: Mastering Grignard Reactions

First paper of 2024! In this Editorial, we, the ACS CAS Chemistry 2022 class, talk about prioritizing mentorship as scientific leaders. Thank you ACS Central Science for publishing this. #mentorship #academicresearch #chemistry

Chemistry Tutoring Program – Mastering Grignard Reactivity

🎁 Now that I have shared some facts about myself, for Day 4 and 5 of the “Did You Know” series, I wanted to highlight some facts about the brilliant scientists on our team at CatSci Ltd supporting all the projects we do. 👩🔬 👨🔬 Click on the video below to check out Day 4 and 5 “Did You Know?” or read below if you missed one! Ps. The video has no sound! Remember to check back in Wednesday for "Did You Know" Day 6-8! 🌟 Interested in learning more? Feel free to send me a message with any questions or send me an email at Autumn.Collins@CatSci.com! In case you missed a fact: Day 4 – 80% of our workforce has a PhD or a Post-Doc! -> It’s amazing having so many highly educated brilliant minds working together but, this is just one piece of how we provide innovative solutions. On top of this education, many of our scientist have years of real-world experience in process chemistry, oligos, R&D and large pharma. Day 5- Our team can speak a combined 10+ languages. -> Our team at CatSci is quite diverse with employees from all different backgrounds and countries. Thanks to this diversity, our team is proficient in multiple languages, including Welsh, French, Spanish, Italian, Latvian, Serbian and German, among others! #didyouknowseries #catsci #remotework #analyticalscience #businessdevelopment #ExcellenceInMedicinesDevelopment #ProudToBeChemistry #Chemistry #DrugDevelopment #APIManufacturing #CRO #smallmolecules #oligonucleotides

Chemistry was a thorn in my flesh! Back in high school, chemistry and I had a bit of a "disagreement". It was the one subject consistently keeping me from the top spot in class! So when I got into medical school, and acing #chemistry became mission-critical, I was determined to surmount my struggles. That was when I stumbled upon a simple yet powerful technique: positive #affirmations. Every day, I started telling myself, "I love chemistry!" It might sound a bit unconventional, but this mantra soon became my secret weapon. I repeated it several times a day. At the end of the semester, I achieved an A in chemistry! I couldn’t believe it. But let me clarify, there's no magic involved. I attribute my success to the power of positive affirmations and a growth mindset which led me to take action; to study harder, seek out tutorials, and join study groups. This approach does not only apply to academics; it's how I tackle challenges in life. By maintaining a positive mindset, I embrace problems and immerse myself in discovering innovative solutions. What challenges are you tackling right now? Whether it's mastering a new skill, navigating a complex project, or filling a knowledge gap, remember: a little positivity can unlock your full potential! #positivemindset #lifelonglearning #growthmindset #ElevateYourProfessionalPresenceWith_Amaka Amaka Ifeduba

A Humbling Lesson in Complacency(OVERCONFIDENCE) I still remember my high school days, where I excelled in Chemistry and earned the nickname "ABABIO"., I was the overall best graduating student in chemistry. Fast forward to university, I thought I had it all figured out. "Chemistry? No problem, I've got this!" But, I made a critical mistake - I didn't study for my exams, thinking my past success would carry me through. And, I failed. Woefully. That experience taught me a valuable lesson: complacency has no place in growth. No matter how skilled or knowledgeable you are, every new level requires preparation and effort. Don't assume you know it all. Stay humble, stay hungry, and always be ready to learn and adapt. #LessonLearned #ComplacencyKills #GrowthMindset #Chemistry #UniversityLife"

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology is going to organize a Skill Development Program (SDP) for UG and PG students in any branch of science/technology/pharmacy (Pursuing/ Completed degree). Online application opens from Oct 18 to Nov 9, 2023. Unleash your potential with cutting-edge scientific techniques in well-equipped laboratories at CSIR-IICB. Online Application Portal Link - https://iicb.res.in/sdp Come and Join, you will gain valuable insights about different techniques at CSIR-IICB. Share it as much as you can. #csiriicb #sdp #cuttingedgetechniques #

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Dear connections, Today, we were privileged to have an enlightening session with Radhika Sood ma'am as part of the innovative initiative spearheaded by Gaurav Naik sir called "Chemistry Pe Charcha"! 🧪💬 Radhika Sood ma'am delved into the intricacies of navigating the Ph.D. journey abroad, shedding light on the challenges faced when transitioning from a core subject to a different domain. She clearly discussed the application process for Ph.D. programs abroad, offering invaluable insights and preparation tactics. 🎓✈️ Her emphasis on prioritizing quality over quantity in skill development resonated deeply highlighting the importance of better quality skills for success. Also her closing remark, "A good chemist is one who knows to cook well", left us all with a memorable takeaway, emphasizing the diverse skill set required in the field of chemistry. 🍳🔬 A big thank you to Radhika Sood Ma'am and Gaurav Naik sir for this enriching session! Let's continue to foster innovation and learning in the world of chemistry! 💡 #ChemistryPeCharcha #SkillDevelopment #continuouslearning #networking