A5043063678- X-ray Diffraction in Crystallography
- Crystallization and Solubility Studies
- Magnetism in coordination complexes
- Evaluation of Teaching Practices
- Student Assessment and Feedback
- Innovative Teaching Methods
- Science Education and Pedagogy
- Lanthanide and Transition Metal Complexes
- Reflective Practices in Education
- Porphyrin and Phthalocyanine Chemistry
- Crystallography and molecular interactions
- Various Chemistry Research Topics
- Metal complexes synthesis and properties
- Problem and Project Based Learning
- Advanced NMR Techniques and Applications
- Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods
- Metal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and Applications
- Molecular Sensors and Ion Detection
- Higher Education Learning Practices
- Luminescence and Fluorescent Materials
- Metal-Catalyzed Oxygenation Mechanisms
- Crystal structures of chemical compounds
University of Nottingham
2014-2025
University of Glasgow
2006-2010
Institut Néel
2008
University of Edinburgh
2008
Université Joseph Fourier
2008
Université Grenoble Alpes
2008
Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique
2008
AbstractThe relationship between students' use of PeerWise, an online tool that facilitates peer learning through student-generated content in the form multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and achievement, as measured by their performance end-of-module examinations, was investigated 5 large early-years science modules (in physics, chemistry biology) across 3 research-intensive UK universities. A complex pattern observed terms which type activity (writing, answering or commenting on questions)...
An investigation of the magnetic properties cobalt(II) citrate cubane [C(NH 2) 3] 8{Co 4(cit) 4}.4H 2O reveals that cluster is a new single-molecule magnet, with an energy barrier to reorientation magnetization, Delta E/ k B = 21 K, and tau 0 8 x 10 (-7) s. The compound displays distinct, frequency-dependent peaks in out-of-phase (chi'') component ac susceptibility magnetization versus field hysteresis loops are temperature sweep rate dependent. collapse at zero due very fast quantum tunneling (QTM).
To support our students during their study and exam preparation we have developed a novel synoptic revision exercise using the online PeerWise system. Academic staff involvement was passive after introducing assignment to cohort <italic>via</italic> scaffolding activities, thus generating an entirely student-led peer-learning environment for task. Student engagement exceeded all expectations with high levels of activity occurring over wide range topics. We report on detailed investigation...
Long intermolecular interactions are converted into covalent bonds when the complex [Cu2(OH)(citrate)(Guanidine)2]− is exposed to a pressure of 2.9 GPa; coordination Cu centres changes from [4 + 1] 2], but on increasing 4.2 GPa some become 1]-coordinate again.
High pressure single crystal X-ray diffraction and high electronic spectroscopic studies of a copper(II) citrate dimer are reported, allowing us to correlate the change in local structure at Cu(II) centres with observed piezochromism.
The synthesis, structure and magnetic properties of a 3D network based on {Co4(cit)4}8− (H4cit = citric acid) cubane units linked by octahedral Co(II) centres is reported.
We describe one aspect of a UK inter-institutional project wherein an online tool was used to support student generation multiple choice questions. Across three universities and in five modules physics, chemistry biology, we introduced the PeerWise system as summative assessment our classes, desire being increase engagement, academic attainment level cognitive challenge. Engagement with high many students exceeding minimum requirements set out criteria. explore nature engagement working...
Recent data suggests that of the UK students graduating with a degree in chemistry 2015, only 18.9% continued to employment as ‘Science Professionals’. While this shows wide range is available for graduates, it also highlights need them have relevant transferable skills, rather than just well-developed, subject-specific knowledge they would be expected possess. In 2010 Hanson and Overton published study on skills valued by graduates who had found then reflected most useful aspects course....
By increasing the size of alkylammonium countercation, it is possible to tune reaction product obtained from a mixture cobalt sulfate, citric acid and tetraalkylammonium hydroxide in aqueous solution at pH = 6; products range double salt [NR4]2[Co(H2O)6][SO4]2·4H2O containing water hexamers (R Me) or 1-D chains Et) new cobalt(II) citrate coordination polymer [NBu4]2[Co2(Hcit)2(H2O)4]·4H2O. Increasing cation results corresponding decrease dimensionality motifs, 3-D network when R Me, 2-D...
This paper describes the development of mini-research projects in third year practical chemistry course at University Nottingham for MSci(Hons) Chemistry degree. The aim these developments is to bridge gap between ‘recipe-style’ experiments first and second courses research undertaken fourth or industry. There much evidence that, having been given this opportunity plan design their own experiment, students exhibit higher-order cognitive skills, which can lead a more valuable learning experience.