Research

Chemistry plays an essential role in developing innovative solutions to some of the key challenges faced by modern society. EaStCHEM's world-leading research expertise impacts in key areas such as sustainability, energy, and the effective management of societal resources.

Read about some of our research highlights below:

More about our research

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Our research covers a number of themes. Explore them all in this section.

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The School of Chemistry has a wide range of research facilities. Along with our EaStCHEM partners at St Andrews we provide state-of-the-art instrumentation across all of our research areas.

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Contact details and profiles for our research staff members.

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Read more about the impact of EaStCHEM research on society

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The College has developed a Research Ethics and Integrity framework that suits its disciplines. The School of Chemistry follows this framework.

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Mid-career and senior scientists based in external academic institutions or industry are encouraged to spend time in the School to develop research collaboration with our academic staff.

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The Universities of St Andrews and Edinburgh formed EaStCHEM in 2004 to combine the research activities of two of Scotland’s leading schools of chemistry.

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The School of Chemistry has a number of routes open to early career researchers.

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Research at EdChem

This blog explores the role of chemists in society by showcasing the science conducted within the School of Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh.