Graduate Education in the Chemical Sciences

Graduate Education in the Chemical Sciences is a summary of the December 1999 workshop, 'Graduate Education in the Chemical Sciences: Issues for the 21st Century.' This workshop discussed the various features of graduate education in chemical science and technology. Using case histories and their individual experiences, speakers examined the current status of graduate education in the chemical sciences, identified problems and opportunities, and discussed possible strategies for improving the system. The discussion was oriented toward the goal of generating graduates who are well prepared to advance the chemical sciences in academia, government, and industry in the next 5 to 10 years.