
The Lab Notes
Here, we bring you the latest trends, in-depth analyses, and practical tips from the world of industrial chemistry and chemical engineering.
Conference reviews
Why Delegates Should Attend the Organic Process Research and Development (OPRD) Conference in Charleston, SC, USA - March 10-12, 2025 The Organic Process Research and Development (OPRD) Conference, happening in Charleston, South Carolina from March 10-12, 2025, is a must-attend event for professionals in the field of organic chemistry, process development, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Here’s…
General
New Years Resolutions: What Are Your Professional Aims for 2025? Is CPD Training on the Agenda? As we step into 2025, many of us will take time to reflect on our professional achievements and set ambitious goals for the coming year. Whether you’re a seasoned chemist or just embarking on your career, one thing…
Process Chemistry Articles
Peptide drugs have very recently been in the limelight because of the success of the Novo Nordisk blockbuster GLP-1 agonist Semaglutide (Ozempic, Figure 1).1 GLP-1 agonists primarily stimulate glucose- dependent insulin release from pancreatic islets, underpinning its use in the treatment of diabetes. An add-on, equally important, function is the slowing of gastric emptying- reducing…
Bec's Bite sized Blogs
Bec's Bitesized Blog - Are you in the iPRD Industrial club? Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the Institute of Process Research and Development (iPRD) Industrial Club's autumn meeting in Leeds, a city that holds a special place in my heart, having spent several happy years there during my PhD studies. For those…
Topical tips
Green Magic: How 2024’s Peter J. Dunn Award Winners Transformed Sustainable Pharma with Breakthrough Chemistry Written by Dr Bec Newton, 24 October 2024 I happened to notice a post on LinkedIn about an ACS Webinar last week entitled ‘Sustainable Manufacturing – Green Chemistry Breakthroughs in Pharma’. I’m glad I did as the two talks were…
Conference reviews
Discover the 10th Annual Winter Process Chemistry Conference: December 9-11 in Birmingham Join us in vibrant Birmingham from December 9-11 for the highly anticipated 10th Winter Conference, where cutting-edge scientific advancements meet unparalleled networking opportunities. This event offers a rare chance to connect with leading chemists, engage in dynamic Q&A sessions, and dive into…
Conference reviews
Chemistry's Tight-Knit Network: Discovering Unexpected Connections and Building Bonds at Conferences Dr.Bec Newton shares her insights on networking for chemists If you’ve ever been at any gathering of chemists, you’ll no doubt have experienced someone proclaiming “It’s a small world!” after realising they have a shared connection with a stranger. Whereas it may take…
Conference reviews
Exploring the Unseen Value of Conference Talks: How Unexpected Topics Can Spark New Ideas and Broaden Horizons Dr.Bec Newton shares her insight with us from a chemists perspective on attending conferences. The first thing I do when I attend a conference is look over the titles of all of the talks and which company is…
General
Exciting News from Scientific Update! We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Young Chemist Award at our 10th Winter Process Chemistry Conference, happening in Birmingham from December 9-11, 2024. This is a fantastic opportunity for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-year PhD students to showcase their cutting-edge research and connect with leaders in the field…
Interview
Scientific Update Welcomes Caroline Yeandle as New Marketing Coordinator We're excited to welcome Caroline Yeandle as our new Marketing Coordinator at Scientific Update! With over 27 years of experience in marketing and event management, Caroline joins us with a strong background, having graduated from the University of Manchester with a BA Hons degree in 2000.…