Callum Neel

Project one: Organic synthesis

• Responsible for preparing and synthesizing necessary reagents, sometimes requiring multiple steps and extensive workup.
• Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects and enhance understanding of study topics.

Project two: E-waste Extraction

• Responsible for designing, synthesizing, and testing novel organic compounds using soft-base nitrogen and sulfur containing ligands to efficiently extract key metals from electronic waste.
• Participated in weekly meetings, providing updates on progress and contributing to problem-solving discussions.
• Requires submission of a research report to department files and public presentation.

• Assisted in conducting laboratory experiments to analyze sample data and generate reports.
• Operated analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers and chromatographs for precise measurements.
• Collaborated with team members to develop standard operating procedures for laboratory protocols.
• Maintained accurate records of experimental results in lab notebooks and online databases.

• Assisted in preparation of samples and reagents for soil analysis.
• Kept detailed and accurate records of the samples and the results generated from testing the samples.
• Cleaned glassware and instruments for entire lab.