Career questions tagged chemistry
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What are some skills (related to biochem, biotech, bioinf, genetics etc) I could learn to secure master in a good university/?
I am a biochem major planning to apply for masters in a good university abroad. I want to use this summer wisely to work on skills that would make my profile stronger. Could you suggest some trending skills related to my subject, and which platforms can I use to learn these? I am also thinking to gain some work experience in related field, However I dont know which areas can I apply to. I am already enrolled in Coursera, edX, Udemy.
How can I know if I'll truly like studying or working in pharmacy or biotechnology I like the idea of it but I'll never know unless I'm actually doing it, or what if i don't like studying it or if its too difficult for me? I'm a junior in highschool and I really like studying biology and last year when I had chemistry, but what if I get bored of it or if it's too difficult for me??
How can I know if I'll truly like studying or working in pharmacy or biotechnology? I like the idea of it but I'll never know unless I'm actually doing it, or what if i don't like studying it or if its too difficult for me? I'm a junior in highschool and I really like studying biology and last year when I had chemistry, but what if I get bored of it or if it's too difficult for me?
How do you start college without overwhelming yourself in classes you know aren’t your strong suit?
I’m an incoming college freshman who struggles in science specifically. Math is an okay subject I can learn but science I’ve always had trouble with in high school.
How do I figure out what style of note taking works best for the way I process information in order for me to genuinely take in what I learn rather than memorize information just for a test or exam and completely forget it afterward?
I'm currently a senior in high school who is going to college in the fall and majoring in biochemistry. Although I have taken AP Chemistry and AP Biology and I am fortunate enough to say I have a pretty good background in each subject, I know these courses in college will definitely be more difficult.
What career paths are there for a chemistry major?
I am an incoming freshman at Northwestern University. I have taken Organic Chemistry I and II and Purdue already, and am looking to continue in the field.
What are the biomedical majors doing to understand organic chemistry How do you guys study and really master orgo chem? I feel like I cannot grasp it fully. Any help is appreciated!
I am currently a junior and trying to understand orgo chem to prepare for medical school and the MCAT
What was the hardest thing about getting through schooling for a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, and why? Also, did you go on to use your degree? #Spring25
What was the hardest thing about getting through schooling for a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, and why? Also, did you go on to use your degree? #Spring25
What is the best way to manage my time as a biochem major?
I'm currently a senior in high school preparing to transition to college and I was curious on how to best manage my time. I know the workload for science majors is heavier but I also wanted to get involved in other school activities and maintain a social life as well. Would it still be possible to do so?
How would you recommend someone who doesn’t have the strongest basic math skills approach college level math courses?
I went to a French Immersion school and was not able to connect with the math teacher and learn as well as I would have hoped. I now struggle with math even though it used to be a course I enjoyed. I really want to major in chemicals I love science a lot but I know I would have to take some math courses. I want to know how I should approach these courses to get the most out of the class.
Why is chemistry for nursing students for hard?
I have taken chemistry classes over this year in my semesters, going to SI meetings for better understanding and tutoring as well. Any tips for understanding chemistry and organic chemistry.
What are some of your best chemistry study tips?
What are some of your best tips or tricks for studying/learning/passing chemistry? Or just best study hacks overall, for someone who was never taught how to properly study. The chemistry department at my college pretty much makes your teach your self so some of your best tips would be great.
What study habits have helped you grab a deeper understanding of material you struggled(or struggle) to understand #Spring25?
For my classes, I use flashcards, quizziz and AI generators to make me a test. However sometimes I feel like I'm only memorizing the right answer and not actually learning. I use flashcards for AP English and Medical Terminology. I use quizziz and AI generators to turn my notes into a test for my ROP class(Medical Assisting). A lot of the times I do my work quickly to submit it before the due date and catch myself not actually learning. Would you know of an effective (and quick)study technique?
How can I get research positions at advanced labs in college with 0 research experience?
I am looking to major in materials science for the next four years and one of the major things I lack on my resume is research. I want to do more but I just have not had the opportunities. I want to utilize college to gain this experience but I am afraid that not having past experience will hurt my chances of landing a research position.
What would be the best advice you could give an entering freshman to college who is wanting to have a career in the dental field? #Spring2025
I'm a high school senior just getting ready to graduate. I am planning on pursuing a major in Chemistry with a minor in Business Management. My goal is to have my own dental practice but I am not sure if I want to specialize in orthodontics or just general dentistry.
Should I choose Bioinformatics and what schoool to choose?
I read some articles that it is plausible to take bioinformatics even when a student didn't take biology classes (like me) BUT has a strong computer science background. As someone who wants to contribute to medical research, should I do it? I also see that Computational Biology / Bioinformatics curriculum is heavier on algorithm side. And what school should I choose? I am from Indonesia and looking for scholarship to study abroad.
Are Harvard Pre Program's actually worth it ?
Hello, I was looking to apply to the Harvard Undergraduate Ventures-TECH Summer Program and was just wondering how much it is worth when admissions officers look at it. Since it's quite expensive it'd be great to know if I should apply and could it make the turning decision for my college application. Thank You
can you pursue mining engineering with A level maths,chemistry and computer science?
so i want to persue mining engineering but physics is a bit of a challenge for me so i settled for computer science instead
How do I find labs to shadow as a junior in high school and how do I reach out to them to say I'm interested?
Hi! I am a junior in high school, and I am interested in chemistry. However, to solidify if I want to go into research, I want to get lab experience and shadow someone in a lab. I have already taken all of the advanced chemistry courses my high school offers, scored high, and enjoyed the content. But I don't know where to find these experiences and how to contact these places. I don't want to get paid to be in these labs. I just want to observe what they do in labs. Should I look into university labs?
Do I have to take AP chemistry in high school to become a veterinarian?
Hi there my name is Mirielle I'm a sophomore in high school interested in a career as a veterinarian. I'm wondering if I would have to take AP chemistry in high school I'm going to take chemistry but right now AP chemistry doesn't fit into my schedule.
Is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Hons) okay?
Is it okay to pursue bachelor's in science in chemistry hons
Should I take Chemistry or Spanish II over the summer?
I'm nearing the end of my Freshman year, and I have the option to take summer classes. I'm allowed to take two, the first one being Algebra II. Should my second chosen class be Chemistry, or Spanish II? If I were to take Chemistry over the summer, I'd take Physics next year and have no required Science class for 11th grade. If I were to take Spanish II over the summer, I'd have a free period (most likely set for Agricultural Science) only. Chemistry, I would presume, sounds the most appealing―but I have a disdain for taking Spanish so late to begin with (I was under the presumption I could take American Sign Language this year... If I knew not, I would've taken Spanish in 8th grade.) So... Chemistry or Spanish II for the summer?
How to choose PhD program, If I aim to become an entrepreneur/startup after my PhD?
I am a PhD Chemistry aspirant. After PhD, I want to become an entrepreneur and build my own startup. But I want to know how to choose the PhD program so that I could achieve my goal of doing a PhD i.e. entrepreneurship
Struggled with OChem—Looking for Advice to Improve?
Hi everyone, I unfortunately didn’t pass Organic Chemistry despite asking for leniency, which I wasn’t able to get. Now I’m preparing to retake the course and would love advice on how to do better.
What do I choose for my A-level choices?
I am doing my A-levels next year but I have to choose what subjects I want to do before January. I know for definite that I want to do Biology and Psychology (I'm predicted 9s for both) but my issue is I don't know whether to do Maths (predicted a 9) or Chemistry (predicted a 9). I find maths very boring but I'd say I'm quite good at it. If I did maths i'd have to do psychology at another school (not ideal). I'd do an EPQ regardless of whichever one I choose. I like chemistry and am good at it (and in general people seem to enjoy chemistry at my school); maths is a little easier for me, but I'm afraid I'll get bored of it. I know I shouldn't choose based on teachers but one of the teachers in maths is extremely boring and I have had him for the past 2 years, so the idea of having him for 2 more years puts me off it (only a little). I think both are good choices career-wise because the universities I want to go to accept both combinations although I think maths has more options for if I want to choose a different course. I want to do something biology-based, possibly neuroscience or biopsychology. Anyone who does both maths and chemistry, I'd really appreciate some advice on which to choose. I had my heart set on doing biology, psychology, maths and further maths but I realised further maths is basically irrelevant, and I know for sure I will get sick of it, so I changed my mind to doing an EPQ. I am very confused so I might talk to my english teacher because he is completely indifferent and has children who have gone through this (and I don't hate him like a lot of the others), but I wanted to see if I could get any form of help from this.
Request for Feedback on Email to Organic Chemistry Professor?
Hi everyone, I’m currently struggling in organic chemistry and am just a few points away from passing. I’ve drafted an email to my professor to ask about potential options for leniency, such as extra credit or revisiting my exams for partial credit. Could I please get some feedback on my email? I want to make sure it’s professional and polite while explaining my situation clearly. Thank you Here’s the draft: I hope this email finds you well. I’m writing to you regarding my performance in your Organic Chemistry course this semester. While I’ve worked diligently to understand the material, I’ve found it particularly challenging, especially as I’ve been navigating some personal and academic stresses throughout the term. I was hoping to explore any options for improving my grade. Specifically, I was wondering if there might be opportunities for extra credit assignments or projects. Additionally, if possible, I would be grateful if you could review my exams to see if there are any opportunities for partial credit or reconsideration. I fully understand if these requests cannot be accommodated, but I wanted to reach out and explore any potential options. I deeply value the material I’ve learned in this class and remain committed to doing everything I can to demonstrate my understanding. Thank you for your time, support, and consideration. I truly value the opportunity to learn in your class and appreciate any guidance you can provide.