We, the Senior Expert Senior Expert Chemists (SEC), are mostly retired chemists who organize ourselves under the umbrella of the GDCh. Most of us have a university education. We have gained our professional experience, usually over 30 years, in responsible positions in industrial companies, educational institutions, research institutes or authorities. We make this knowledge and experience available to society. The main areas of our interests are:
- to strengthen the public image of chemistry
- to deepen the public's understanding of chemistry
- To learn and pass on chemistry knowledge throughout life
- To build networks of chemists at home and abroad
- maintain international contacts
Our commemorative publication 15 years of SEC is available for download.
We naturally treat women and men (or others) equally. However, for the sake of better readability, we use the generic masculine form when referring to people.
The SEC annual meeting is the joint identification project of the Senior Expert Chemists. The meetings usually take place every two years at different locations. Top-class lectures, sufficient time for discussion and the opportunity to form and maintain networks attract up to 250 participants. more
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public relationsWe promote a better understanding of chemistry in the public. We communicate the concerns of senior chemists in the GDCh and society. We promote networking among seniors within the GDCh. The focus is on Conferences, lectures, publications and excursions. The collaboration with local associations and young chemists is particularly important to us. more... |
School Education CareerWe put our knowledge and experience at the service of chemistry education at all ages. The focus is on lectures at schools and other educational institutions. Internally, we work with the GDCh Division " chemical education". Externally, we have contacts with the "Children's Research" foundation and with MINT organizations such as the MINT Future Creation initiative. more... |
SEC lecturer are senior experts who can speak skillfully and understandably about interdisciplinary topics. They particularly enrich the lecture programs of the local sections. more...
The Senior Expert Chemists (SEC) are a Division of the GDCh. Five members form the Board. There are currently two working groups active. The Board and working groups meet several times a year for meetings more...
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On the occasion of "25 years of equal opportunities in the GDCh" we invite you to tell us stories from your chemistry studies. We look forward to your contribution. Please join in. You can find out more under " Chemistry students tell their stories "
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