Many of us can attest that a career in chemistry and science brings several rewards. Certainly too, science training with its emphasis on rational and structured thinking, research ability and reasoning is a proven sound basis for later qualifications in law, business etc. Despite what I have written in the opening paragraph there are, of course, many interested students committed to a career in science and chemistry. There are on-going activities to encourage and promote science among students. The recent Nyholm Lecture tours were very well attended.
Award winners have yet to be announced.
The Natural Product Group at the research and development center of Novartis Animal Health in the west of Sydney focuses on the discovery of novel active compounds from natural sources, with the ultimate aim to find new products for parasite control in farm and companion animals. The Annual General Meeting will commence straight after the seminar. Dinner will follow this at the Coronation Club restaurant. This year the Young Chemists' Group is disguising its AGM as a Trivia Night, so the formalities will be brief, and the social element fantastic. This is your opportunity to nominate for the NSW Branch Committee, or nominate someone you know who is too shy to do so themselves.