One of the learning objectives of the Green Chemistry Commitment states that chemistry majors should be able to �serve society in their professional capacity as scientists and professionals through the articulation, evaluation and employment of methods and chemicals that are benign for human health and the environment.�  This goal can be accomplished through incorporating green chemistry principles into undergraduate research projects.  The benefits of undergraduate research have been well documented, but when combined with green chemistry principles an unusually strong synergy was created.  Our green chemistry research group begins their research experience as part of our freshman summer bridge program.  Group activities include study and application of the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry, research and general discussion meetings, and semester and summer grants that are driven by student proposals.  Besides training in basic chemistry research, we have observed the evolution of a student culture centered on green chemistry and sustainability.

Undergraduate research and the Green Chemistry Commitment: Training students to serve society as scientists and professionals

245th National Meeting (2013)

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