Chemistry at Oxford : a history from 1600 to 2005 /

Chemistry at Oxford : a history from 1600 to 2005 /

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This fascinating and unique history reveals the major influence of the Oxford Chemistry School on the advancement of chemistry. It shows how the nature of the University, and individuals within it, have shaped the school and made great achievements both in teaching and research. The book will appeal...

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Other Authors: Chapman, Allan, 1946-, Rowlinson, J. S. (John Shipley), 1926-, Williams, R. J. P. (Robert Joseph Paton)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge, UK : Royal Society of Chemistry, [2009]
Subjects:
University of Oxford. > Department of Chemistry > History.
University of Oxford. > Department of Chemistry.
Chemistry > Study and teaching (Higher) > England > Oxford > History.
Chemistry > Study and teaching (Higher)
Chemistry.
SCIENCE > Study & Teaching.
England > Oxford.
Electronic books.
History.
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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1: An Outline of the History of the University of Oxford with Reference to its Chemistry School; Chapter 2: From Alchemy to Air Pumps: the Foundation of Oxford Chemistry to 1700; Chapter 3: The Eighteenth Century: Chemistry Allied to Anatomy; Chapter 4: Chemistry Comes of Age: the 19th Century; Chapter 5: Research as the Thing: Oxford Chemistry 1912-1939; Chapter 6: Interlude: Chemists at War; Chapter 7: Recent Times 1945-2005: a School of World Renown.