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Does a chemical engineer do researches? If so, what kinds of researches?

Context: I'm a freshman at a high school and I want to explore and see my opportunities. #chemical-engineering

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Galdino’s Answer

As someone who has worked in the field for a couple years. Yes, usually research is always a part of the job. Research is required to understand new results that show up in experiments, to improve process developments, to increase team cohesiveness, to create new chemicals, for really almost anything on the job really. Be prepared to do a lot of it
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Logan’s Answer

I participated in two research groups while in college. One in wastewater and the other in battery research. So it is definitely a possibility to do this. However, if you are passionate about pursuing research, realistically a phd is the realistic route for that. However, being a freshman in high school I would not bind yourself to one route. Often, you can do research as a function of your job role, but it's not the typical lab experience as you'd imagine it. I recommend trying to find a research lab to work in while in college and also make sure to get co-op and internship. Also, your junior or senior year of high school you might be able to reach out to a local college (if available). I would find someone who suits your interests and develop a focused research plan that does not require them to pay you or use any of their funding. They'll be much more willing to help you that way.

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