The Application and Implementation of NMR Spectroscopy Across Educational Platforms

Washington University, Saint Louis MO

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Abstract

Chemistry (12) The project centers around acquisition of a 300 MHz nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer to enhance the undergraduate laboratory sciences teaching curriculum. The NMR spectrometer is providing a hands-on training resource for undergraduate students in six separate chemistry courses. These courses range from introductory organic chemistry to an instrumental methods course in physical chemistry. In each case, experiments are being adapted from the literature which target a specific use of the instrument which complements the particular course goals. The NMR is also being used in cross-disciplinary integrated projects that are defined by students' capstone experiences. The instrument is also being incorporated into an outreach program to local public schools through teachers who are trained on NMR during in-service and pre-service programs.