Royal Society of Chemistry Schools' Analyst Competition

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Posted on 03 May 2013

schools analyst heat The School of Physical and Geographical Sciences last week hosted the Midlands heat of the Royal Society of Chemistry Schools' Analyst Competition.  The competition for Year 12 students studying AS-Level Chemistry saw 8 teams from schools across the region undertaking practical analytical determinations. 

The teams were tasked with solving a case of environmental poisoning using spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques. They were judged on their practical skills, understanding, accuracy, and team-working skills by Keele chemistry lecturers Dave McGarvey, (pictured left) Mike Edwards and Matt O'Brien.

The RSC-funded event, held at Keele for the fourth year running, took place in the Lennard-Jones laboratories, and was organised by Chloe Harold and Laura Hancock. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by all, and the standard of competition was very high. 

The winning team from Newcastle-under-Lyme School (pictured) was awarded the £150 first prize, and will now go on to compete in the national final at the University of Sunderland.

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