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RSC Sustainability @rscsustainability.rsc.org · 04/09/2026

This collection showcases how chemistry education is being transformed across the globe through green and sustainable chemistry to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Check out the full issue line-up here 👉 blogs.rsc.org/su/2026/09/0... #Sustainability #ChemEd

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RSC Sustainability @rscsustainability.rsc.org · 04/09/2026

📢 New themed collection alert! 🌎 Our new 𝘙𝘚𝘊 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 themed collection on 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 is now online! 🧑‍🔬 Guest Edited by by Professor Helen Drummond, Professor Marietjie Potgieter, Professor Gildo Girotto Junior and Dr Juliana Vidal.

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Going to Horizons in STEM HE @ukstemconf.bsky.social this year! If you’re interested in student co-creation, open science, and sustainable (chemistry) education, join my talk on Thursday 😀 #UKSTEMConf26 #HorizonsInSTEMHE #STEMEducation #OpenScience #GreenChemistryEducation 🧪 #ChemSky

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I could not be happier or prouder of my wife @rcrespootero.bsky.social, because I know the hard work she put in, and receiving this prize and recognition from her peers is a true validation. #ChemSky #Compchem #ComChemSky 🧪 www.rsc.org/standards-an...

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Dr Rachel Crespo-Otero

For the development and application of computational methods for understanding excited-state processes in molecular crystals within complex environments.

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Rachel Crespo Otero @rcrespootero.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I am super happy about this prize! Thanks to my amazing group, collaborators and mentors! :-)

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Excited to share our student startup problem-based learning approach to teaching Sustainable Chemistry at the Thieme Chemistry Best Paper Awards #ChemSky 🧪 #GreenChemistryEducation #SustainableChemistry

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

I am especially pleased that this award recognises the importance of innovation in #ChemistryEducation alongside scientific research. Huge thanks to the @suscircnow.bsky.social SCNOW Editorial Board for this recognition 🙏 And congratulations to my co-author Buse Sonmez 👏

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

The work (with Buse Sonmez) explores how student-driven #ProblemBasedLearning (PBL) can transform the way we teach sustainable chemistry. The approach highlights how education can better prepare future chemists to tackle urgent #sustainability and #circularity challenges 🌍

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Winning paper: 📝 Problem-Based Learning in Sustainable Chemistry: A Student Startup Model with PET as a Case Study DOI: 10.1055/a-2761-3976 www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejo...

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Horizons in STEM Higher Education Conference @ukstemconf.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

📢 The programme for this year’s Horizons in STEM Higher Education Conference is now live. Explore the full schedule for 24–25 June at Royal Holloway, updates will continue as the programme develops. Registration open until 9 June #UKSTEMConf26 ukstemconference.com/programme-an...

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Programme and keynote speakers

We are very excited to announce our three keynote speakers. They are Dr Nicholas Weise, Professor John Mitchell and Dr Nura Sidarus. There is more information about our speakers below. You can also…

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Sustainability & Circularity NOW @suscircnow.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Buse Sonmez and David Palomas designed a problem-based learning (PBL) framework that supports sustainable chemistry education by introducing chemistry students to circular economy and green chemistry principles using PET as a case study. 🔗 www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejo... #SCNOW #SDGs #PET

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ViCEPHEC Conference @vicephec.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

The abstract submission deadline for #ViCEPHEC26 has been extended to Tuesday April 21st. vicephec2026.wordpress.com

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Take a look at our RECOMPENSE project. An #OpenScience platform cocreated with MSc and undergraduate chemistry students to share resources to upcycle polystyrene waste from labs into sustainable catalysts for #organicSynthesis. #GreenChemistryEducation #SustainableChemistry #CircularEconomy

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Royal Society of Chemistry @rsc.org · 27/03/2026

We are excited to announce the winners of the 2026 #RSCPoster 🎉 Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding achievements in #RSCPoster, #RSCPosterPitch and the community prize. Find out who this year's winners are ➡️ rsc.li/4lV4Ixt #ChemSky Sponsored by American Elements

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UCL Mathematical & Physical Sciences @uclmaps.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

#Chemistry takes centre stage as the department celebrates #UCL200! 🧪🎭 www.youtube.com/shorts/L2_mf... @uclchemistry.bsky.social took us from Victorian London to World War 2, to the 1970s and to present day, marking major scientific discoveries and brilliant minds that have shaped the department 👏

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#Chemistry takes centre stage as the department celebrates #UCL200! 🧪🎭

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 25/03/2026

UCL is now ranked in the top 10 globally in 12 subject areas in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, with @ioe.bsky.social and @thebartlettucl.bsky.social topping the ranks in Education, and Architecture & Built Environment.👏 Read more: bit.ly/3PHDsGJ

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Excited to keep pushing forward on sustainable lab practices, circular chemistry, and student‑led innovation. 💚 #GreenChemistry #SustainableChemistry #CircularEconomy #Catalysis #OrganicSynthesis #WasteValorization #OpenScience #UCL #Chemistry #RECOMPENSE

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

One aspect I’m especially proud of: Our Open Science platform + educational videos, created through a genuine co‑creation model where staff, MSc students, and undergrad students work as equal partners. This is what sustainable chemistry education should look like. recompenseproject.com

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RECOMPENSE Project

An Open Science platform for DIY protocols to use upcycled Polystyrene waste in Organic Synthesis

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

What did we achieve? We developed a method to upcycle waste polystyrene from our teaching labs into catalysts for organic synthesis, demonstrating their use in Friedel–Crafts reactions. ♻️⚗️

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Huge thanks to the brilliant team behind this work: ✨ Victoria Lageard & Anita Yan — former MSc Sustainable Chemistry students ✨ Lexie Liu, Shuoxi Liu & Yueze Gong — UCL undergraduates ✨ Bob C. Schroeder — fantastic colleague and collaborator

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

🌱 Thrilled to share that the results of our RECOMPENSE project have just been accepted for publication in @rscsustainability.rsc.org This work was supported by a @rsc.org Sustainable Laboratories Grant, and we’re very proud of the outcome.

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 17/03/2026

Thinking about studying at UCL? 👀 Join our Undergraduate Virtual Open Days and learn about admissions, funding, accommodation and student life. 👉 Book your place: www.ucl.ac.uk/study/prospective-stu… #UCL #OpenDays #London

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UCL Mathematical & Physical Sciences @uclmaps.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Big dreams 🌎 Andrea on MSc #Sustainable #Chemistry course shares her aspirations for the future ☕️🔬 www.youtube.com/shorts/LpNFj... Learn about the inspiring people and key discoveries of @uclchemistry.bsky.social at our #UCL200 celebration on Thu 19 Mar: bloomsburytheatre.com/event/2026/0...

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Big dreams 🌎 Andrea on MSc Sustainable Chemistry course shares her aspirations for the future ☕️🔬

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Julian R. Silverman @manhattanscientist.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

It's the #RSCPoster competition over on LinkedIn but Bluesky deserves some love too:

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Royal Society of Chemistry @rsc.org · 28/02/2026

🚀 #RSCPoster 2026 is almost here! Don’t miss your chance to be part of an international chemistry poster showcase ➡️ rsc.li/3XGGvzS #ChemSky

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UCL Mathematical & Physical Sciences @uclmaps.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Learn more about MSc #Sustainable #Chemistry and explore modern labs and state-of-the-art facilities at the UCL East Postgraduate Open Evening on Weds 25 Feb 5-7:30pm! www.youtube.com/shorts/GA3S6... Register now: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical... @uclchemistry.bsky.social @davidpalomas.bsky.social

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Dr Palomas shares his favourite aspect of MSc #Sustainable #Chemistry course ⚗️

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UCL Mathematical & Physical Sciences @uclmaps.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Meet MSc #Sustainable #Chemistry course staff and get a tour of Manufacturing Futures Lab at at the UCL East Postgraduate Open Evening on Weds 25 Feb 5-7:30pm! 🗓️ www.youtube.com/shorts/XYdwk... Register here: www.ucl.ac.uk/mathematical... @uclchemistry.bsky.social

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Sneak peak into Manufacturing Futures Lab at UCL East used by MSc Sustainable Chemistry students 🧪

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ViCEPHEC Conference @vicephec.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Registration for #ViCEPHEC26 is now open. Reminder that most people come the day before for Satellite Meetings of the RSC and IOP Higher Education Groups and meet people before the formal programme begins. store.nottingham.ac.uk/conferences-...

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Variety in Chemistry Education/Physics Higher Education Conference.

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Sustainability & Circularity NOW @suscircnow.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

🎉 Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 🌟 At Sustainability and Circularity NOW, we celebrate the achievements of women in STEM and inspire future innovators. Science thrives on diversity, creativity, and collaboration. 👩‍🔬💪 #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM #SCNOW

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Sustainability & Circularity NOW @suscircnow.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Thank you, Dr. @davidpalomas.bsky.social for publishing in our journal! As a recently published article, it has already achieved a notable Altmetric score, reflecting strong interest and engagement from the community. Check out the article here: www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejo...

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ViCEPHEC Conference @vicephec.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

**ALERT** The #ViCEPHEC26 website is now live! vicephec2026.wordpress.com Abstract submission will open soon, with satellite meetings on Weds Aug 26th and the conference opening on Thursday Aug 27th.

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ViCEPHEC2026

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Want to join? Give me a nudge 😀 ✅ Adopt protocols in your lab ✅ Share new applications ✅ Co-create with students Let’s embed sustainability in chemical education together! #SustainableChemistry #OpenScience #GreenChemistry #CircularEconomy #ChemEd #RECOMPENSEProject

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

u-PSSA catalyzes Friedel–Crafts reactions with biobased substrates → quantitative yields of a biodiesel precursor under mild conditions. Waste → Catalyst → Renewable fuel precursor. That’s circular chemistry in action. 🌱 www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2Lq...

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Synthesis of Biofuel precursor with a Polystyrene sulfonic acid resin from waste Polystyrene

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David Palomas @davidpalomas.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

What makes this special? 👩‍🎓 Co-created with MSc students at @uclchemistry.bsky.social 📚 Builds practical skills + systems thinking 🌍 Open science resources for global classrooms Students aren’t just learning. They are co-authors of solutions. ▶️ Videos: www.youtube.com/@RECOMPENSEp...

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RECOMPENSE project

The RECOMPENSE project addresses the challenge of recycling polystyrene (PS) waste generated in laboratories, which contributes significantly to global plastic pollution. With only 1% of PS being recy...

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