Modern theoretical methods used in study of molecular structure, bonding, and reactivity. Concepts and practical applications. Semiempirical, ab initio, and density functional calculations of molecular electronic structure. Theoretical determination of molecular structure and spectra; relationship to...
This is an introductory course on estimation of measurement uncertainty, specifically related to chemical analysis (analytical chemistry). The course gives the main concepts and mathematical apparatus of measurement uncertainty estimation and introduces two principal approaches to measurement uncertainty...
Design new (bio)catalytic conversion routes to use biobased feedstocks to their highest potential as building blocks for chemicals, materials and fuels. Biomass is the only renewable feedstock which contains the carbon atoms needed to make the molecules to create chemicals, materials and fuels. However...
Aprende cómo funcionan los ritmos biológicos y el impacto en nuestras vidas. Los organismos vivos contamos con un sistema que permite adaptarnos a cambios ambientales, conoce cómo funciona realmente este reloj y cuál es su impacto en nuestra salud. En este curso en línea aprenderás sobre el reloj y el...
Discover how controlling the local nanoscale structure and physics of semiconducting polymers allows for revolutionary new devices across the globe. Polymer-based electronic devices are emerging in next-generation applications that range from advanced display designs to real-time biomedical monitoring...
Use the skills and knowledge gained in the Biobased Sciences for Sustainability MicroMasters Program to design a sustainable biobased process and evaluate the technological, societal and economic impact. In this capstone project, you will focus on designing a sustainable Biobased process. The emphasis...
An in-depth view of cannabis and its potential uses. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of cannabis and its applications and uses. Students will gain an understanding of various cannabis strains in addition to the differences and similarities between marijuana and hemp. Professions and...
Thermodynamics of Materials describes the fundamental competition between energy and disorder that determines the state of materials at equilibrium. This course describes the fundamental competition between energy and disorder that determines the state of materials at equilibrium. It introduces the laws...
Explore how to create a sustainable future by moving away from dependence on fossil resources to biomass resources for the production of food, chemicals and energy-carriers. Discover how to use microorganisms and catalysts to create biobased products. Join this course if you want to learn how to create...
«Вокруг слишком много людей, которые зарабатывают деньги на невежестве тех, кто не потрудился узнать химию», – так один профессор ответил на вопрос своего студента: «Зачем мне химия в реальной жизни, если я не хочу быть химиком?» Химия – одна из базовых наук, которая отвечает на вопрос «Как все уст...
El alumno continuará adquiriendo importantes rudimentos de la Química Orgánica, sin darse cuenta y sin necesidad de conocimientos previos. Se satisfará la curiosidad del alumno sobre la estructura molecular de sustancias, tanto naturales como otras creadas por el Químico Orgánico. Percibirá su importancia...
The course deals with how to simulate and analyze stochastic processes, in particular the dynamics of small particles diffusing in a fluid. The motion of falling leaves or small particles diffusing in a fluid is highly stochastic in nature. Therefore, such motions must be modeled as stochastic processes...
Discover the ultimate origin of all chemical elements essential for life. Explore the Big Bang through Nobel Lectures and scientific papers in part 2 of Life in the Universe. This course will start with the nuclear structure of atoms and discuss the creation of hydrogen in the big bang universe and the...
This is an Exploratorium Teacher Institute professional development course open to any middle or high school science teacher. This course is designed to help science teachers infuse their curriculum with hands-on STEM activities that support the NGSS engineering practices. This is a hands-on workshop...
This introductory physical chemistry course examines the connections between molecular properties and the behavior of macroscopic chemical systems. Statistical Molecular Thermodynamics is a course in physical chemistry
that relates the microscopic properties of molecules to the macroscopic behavior
of...
This intermediate organic chemistry course focuses on the methods used to identify the structure of organic molecules, advanced principles of organic stereochemistry, organic reaction mechanisms, and methods used for the synthesis of organic compounds. Additional special topics include illustrating the...
This course will focus on the theory, design and operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. The course will also touch on contemporary issues regarding nuclear power generation including: the nuclear fuel cycle, the economics of nuclear power, and nuclear non-proliferation. The course, “A Look at...
Investigate the cultivation and processing of cannabis, starting from seeds to a diversity of end products for a global market. This course will cover topics related to breeding, growing, and processing cannabis. Cultivation conditions, plant needs like lighting, care schedules, drying, and curing will...
Discover the structure of the materials that make up our modern world and learn how this underlying structure influences the properties and performance of these materials. Structure determines so much about a material: its properties, its potential applications, and its performance within those...
Enhance your scientific thinking and data analysis skills with this in-depth adventure through biochemistry. Do you want to prepare for medical school, study a STEM field, become a research scientist, or transition to a career in the booming biotechnology industry? Or maybe you just want to understand...