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Author Biographies
The authors behind Organic Chemistry and Chemical Biology for the Students by the Students! (and the Profsā¦).Ā Comprised of two professors and five student partners, the team worked over the summer of 2023 to deliver a effective textbook to (hopefully!) help you ace CHEM 1AA3. Click below to learn more about each member of the team.
Figure 1. An academic family tree connecting all eight authours of this textbook, going back to a common ancestor of Wilhelm Ostwald, who worked as a scientist in the late 19th century. In the field of science, mentorship plays a crucial role in the development and fostering of budding scientists to impart the necessary skills and expertise required for scientific advancement. Skilled mentors also foster a culture of curiousity, creativity, and critical thinking, pushing their mentees to reach their full potential.