Dr. Catherine Jackson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Catherine M Jackson is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of History at the University of Oxford, focusing on the intersection of history and science. Her research revises the understanding of nineteenth-century chemistry and emphasizes the critical role of glassblowing in the field. With a forthcoming book titled 'Molecular World: Making Modern Chemistry' set to publish with MIT Press in July 2023, Jackson explores the historical quest within chemistry to understand and manipulate organic materials. She has also contributed to a collaborative project called Microheterotopias, which showcases the importance of glass glassblowing in scientific practice. Jackson's teaching spans modern history, emphasizing connections between chemistry and other sciences, and includes courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She currently convenes the Supplementary Subject in the History of Science and supervises a history of science option within the Department of Chemistry. Her work is recognized for reshaping views in the field and bridging historical methodologies with scientific pedagogy.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

University of Oxford • Oxford, England

Teaching and researching the history of science with a particular focus on modern chemistry and scientific practices.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.