Dive into green chemistry, a hot new area that is generating jobs for researchers in the industry as well as workers in the medical and health fields. Green chemists work on redesigning agricultural, industrial, and pharmaceutical products in order to reduce or eliminate the production of harmful and toxic byproducts. Green chemists also examine the effects of harmful chemicals on human and environmental health. Understandably, this is a booming area of job growth – a new, valuable field that is generating a wealth of employment opportunities.

Green Chemistry students complete labs that have included transforming plastic into glass cleaner, generating heat using synthesized biodiesel fuel, and exploring biomimicry. They have studied global energy production, engineering, and product development. They have presented in-depth research projects on a topic of their own choosing.

Through guided lab activities and toxicology studies, teens practice the process of developing an experiment, focusing on the importance of background research prior to developing an experimental design, how to incorporate effective controls, and the importance of demonstrating repeatable results.

Our Green Chemistry competitive admissions program was originally designed by Ann Lambert, who was a 2013-2014 Teacher-of-the-Year finalist in Massachusetts, one of only five teachers that year to receive the honor, and earned the Theodore William Richards Award for Excellence in Teaching Chemistry.

For students interested in chemistry, environmental science, medicine, or human health, this is the ideal program. Take the first step toward being a part of this program by completing an application. Joining the mailing list is another great step for those who need more info or time before applying.