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The [[WikiProject:Chem342|Chemistry 342]] poster project aims to produce a poster about an [[organic compound|organic chemical compound]], for display at [[SUNY Potsdam]]. | The [[WikiProject:Chem342|Chemistry 342]] poster project aims to produce a poster about an [[organic compound|organic chemical compound]], for display at [[SUNY Potsdam]]. | ||
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| + | ==Topics== | ||
| + | *'''[[Albuterol]]''': Son Nguyen, Matt Godfrey | ||
| + | *'''[[Capsaicin]]''': Travis Baker, Brittani Wickwire | ||
| + | *'''[[Ethynylestradiol]]''' (in "Yasmin"): Christina Curiale, Tierney Patrick | ||
| + | *'''[[Fipronil]]''': Matt Williams, Andrew Kostyk | ||
| + | *'''[[Hydrocodone]]''': Amanda Orlandini, Justin McKinnon | ||
| + | *'''[[Methylphenidate]]''' (Ridalin): Pamela McCall, Mary Mapelli | ||
| + | *'''[[Morphine]]''': Leighton Monroe, Jason Gokey | ||
| + | *'''[[Pseudoephedrine]]''': Alyssa Maglio, John Proetta | ||
| + | *'''[[Tamoxifen]]''': Will Silkworth, Darlene Halstead | ||
| + | *'''[[Thalidomide]]''': Sarah Heim, Joan Westcott | ||
| + | *'''[[Viagra]]''': Stephen Gordon, Hiba Iqteit | ||
==Assignment== | ==Assignment== | ||
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You will work in pairs to design a small poster, to be presented on Friday April 6th in Stowell Hall. The top two posters will be chosen and presented at the [http://www.potsdam.edu/content.php?contentID=45BC9297E3A44070A3267E5DB9D4BC86 Learning & Research Fair] on Thursday, April 12th.* Each poster will describe in detail one chemical product based on [[organic chemistry]], such as a [[pharmaceutical]], a petrochemical or an agrochemical. You may select a product entirely of your own choosing, if you have a particular interest. Alternatively, I can supply a selection of possible subjects for you. After the break I will meet with every pair to see how you are getting on. I will also assist in your library searches, and Dave Trithart in the library will be able to give you a great amount of help (more than me!). | You will work in pairs to design a small poster, to be presented on Friday April 6th in Stowell Hall. The top two posters will be chosen and presented at the [http://www.potsdam.edu/content.php?contentID=45BC9297E3A44070A3267E5DB9D4BC86 Learning & Research Fair] on Thursday, April 12th.* Each poster will describe in detail one chemical product based on [[organic chemistry]], such as a [[pharmaceutical]], a petrochemical or an agrochemical. You may select a product entirely of your own choosing, if you have a particular interest. Alternatively, I can supply a selection of possible subjects for you. After the break I will meet with every pair to see how you are getting on. I will also assist in your library searches, and Dave Trithart in the library will be able to give you a great amount of help (more than me!). | ||
| − | + | This wiki, or user-editable website, has been made available for your use. You are not required to use this, rather, this is a tool that many of you will find useful for collaboration. There is a [[WikiProject:Chem342#Getting_started|basic introduction]] on the Chem342 page; since wikis are much simpler than HTML, you should be comfortable with writing on a wiki after about 30 minutes. You can use it to write and design your poster (including pictures) and discuss content, and ''all'' drafts are kept by the software (see "History" tab) so you can edit freely without fear of losing something you (or your partner) like. Once the content is ready, you can format for the poster within the wiki, or copy it over into Powerpoint for printing. | |
| − | The poster should include at least five citations, of which | + | The poster should include at least five citations, of which at least three should be from reliable sources (peer-reviewed journals, patents, books, govt. websites). Primary literature references such as patents will typically receive more credit than vague book references. The poster should include the chemical structure of your product, as well as equations showing the chemical processes used for making your product. The text should be concise, and show the uses of the process or product, as well any pros and cons (relative to alternative products) you wish to discuss. |
==Grading== | ==Grading== | ||
:;Poster: 60 points. This will reflect how well you researched your topic, as well as the actual finished poster. I will try to balance out for differences in subject difficulty. | :;Poster: 60 points. This will reflect how well you researched your topic, as well as the actual finished poster. I will try to balance out for differences in subject difficulty. | ||
| − | :;Presentation of Poster: 40 points. You will need to be present for 50 minutes at 10am on | + | :;Presentation of Poster: 40 points. You will need to be present for 50 minutes at 10am on Friday April 6th in order to answer questions from myself, your fellow students, and from passersby. |
:;On the Second Exam: 16 points. Please note that the second exam will include a short, very simple question on each poster. There will be a complete set of questions, of which you must answer any two questions. Therefore you should take some notes on two or three other posters besides your own. If you have class conflicts, the posters will be on static display at other times so that you can take notes. | :;On the Second Exam: 16 points. Please note that the second exam will include a short, very simple question on each poster. There will be a complete set of questions, of which you must answer any two questions. Therefore you should take some notes on two or three other posters besides your own. If you have class conflicts, the posters will be on static display at other times so that you can take notes. | ||
:;Bonus: 20 points. If your poster is one of the two chosen for the Learning & Research Fair, you will receive an additional 20 points for presenting at the fair for at least one hour (between 10am and 2pm on Thursday, April 12th). | :;Bonus: 20 points. If your poster is one of the two chosen for the Learning & Research Fair, you will receive an additional 20 points for presenting at the fair for at least one hour (between 10am and 2pm on Thursday, April 12th). | ||
Revision as of 12:16, 22 March 2007
The Chemistry 342 poster project aims to produce a poster about an organic chemical compound, for display at SUNY Potsdam.
Topics
- Albuterol: Son Nguyen, Matt Godfrey
- Capsaicin: Travis Baker, Brittani Wickwire
- Ethynylestradiol (in "Yasmin"): Christina Curiale, Tierney Patrick
- Fipronil: Matt Williams, Andrew Kostyk
- Hydrocodone: Amanda Orlandini, Justin McKinnon
- Methylphenidate (Ridalin): Pamela McCall, Mary Mapelli
- Morphine: Leighton Monroe, Jason Gokey
- Pseudoephedrine: Alyssa Maglio, John Proetta
- Tamoxifen: Will Silkworth, Darlene Halstead
- Thalidomide: Sarah Heim, Joan Westcott
- Viagra: Stephen Gordon, Hiba Iqteit
Assignment
You will work in pairs to design a small poster, to be presented on Friday April 6th in Stowell Hall. The top two posters will be chosen and presented at the Learning & Research Fair on Thursday, April 12th.* Each poster will describe in detail one chemical product based on organic chemistry, such as a pharmaceutical, a petrochemical or an agrochemical. You may select a product entirely of your own choosing, if you have a particular interest. Alternatively, I can supply a selection of possible subjects for you. After the break I will meet with every pair to see how you are getting on. I will also assist in your library searches, and Dave Trithart in the library will be able to give you a great amount of help (more than me!).
This wiki, or user-editable website, has been made available for your use. You are not required to use this, rather, this is a tool that many of you will find useful for collaboration. There is a basic introduction on the Chem342 page; since wikis are much simpler than HTML, you should be comfortable with writing on a wiki after about 30 minutes. You can use it to write and design your poster (including pictures) and discuss content, and all drafts are kept by the software (see "History" tab) so you can edit freely without fear of losing something you (or your partner) like. Once the content is ready, you can format for the poster within the wiki, or copy it over into Powerpoint for printing.
The poster should include at least five citations, of which at least three should be from reliable sources (peer-reviewed journals, patents, books, govt. websites). Primary literature references such as patents will typically receive more credit than vague book references. The poster should include the chemical structure of your product, as well as equations showing the chemical processes used for making your product. The text should be concise, and show the uses of the process or product, as well any pros and cons (relative to alternative products) you wish to discuss.
Grading
- Poster
- 60 points. This will reflect how well you researched your topic, as well as the actual finished poster. I will try to balance out for differences in subject difficulty.
- Presentation of Poster
- 40 points. You will need to be present for 50 minutes at 10am on Friday April 6th in order to answer questions from myself, your fellow students, and from passersby.
- On the Second Exam
- 16 points. Please note that the second exam will include a short, very simple question on each poster. There will be a complete set of questions, of which you must answer any two questions. Therefore you should take some notes on two or three other posters besides your own. If you have class conflicts, the posters will be on static display at other times so that you can take notes.
- Bonus
- 20 points. If your poster is one of the two chosen for the Learning & Research Fair, you will receive an additional 20 points for presenting at the fair for at least one hour (between 10am and 2pm on Thursday, April 12th).
- Note: This is a change from the original schedule given in the syllabus.
