Dr. Linnea Soler

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Linnea Soler is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Chemistry at the University of Glasgow, with a background in organic chemistry and its application in educational settings. She holds a BSc with Honours and a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Sydney, Australia. Her postdoctoral work spans several years at prominent institutions including the University of Oxford and the University of Glasgow, focusing on organometallic compounds and asymmetric catalysis. Dr. Soler is committed to enhancing educational practices through innovative teaching methodologies, including gamification and object-based learning. Her research interests also include Chemistry & Heritage Science and the integration of technology in chemistry education. She actively mentors undergraduate and postgraduate students in their final year projects, emphasizing a blend of research and teaching practices that encourage student participation and creativity. Notably, Dr. Soler has been involved in developing online resources that support practical chemistry skills, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, she has received multiple awards for her teaching excellence, reflecting her commitment to enhancing student learning experiences in chemistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Glasgow • Glasgow

Teaching and research in organic chemistry, focusing on innovative educational techniques.

University Teacher

2007-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Glasgow • Glasgow

Instructing courses in organic chemistry and supervising student projects.

Awards

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University Teaching Excellence Award

2020-06-18

Courses

Chem-1: Organic Chemistry Chem-2X: Enols & Enolates Chem-2Y: Aromatic Chemistry Chem-3: Reactive Intermediates Chem-4&5: Asymmetric Synthesis