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Sep 10
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Bonus: C&EN's Future of Chemistry Degree...

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In this bonus episode of Stereo Chemistry, we are featuring a panel discussion from this year's ACS Fall Meeting. Our panelists, Stefan France, Glory Onajobi-Lee, Victor Olet, and John Gavenonis discuss the future of chemistry degrees, the importance of collaboration, and the fluidity of tech-based skills in the chemical industry at large.

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Credits

Executive producer: David Anderson

Host: Laura Howes

Panelists: Stefan France, Glory Onajobi-Lee, Victor Olet, John Gavenonis

Audio Producer: Jeremy Barr

Episode artwork: American Chemical Society

Music: Commercial Flow, Shutterstock

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