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Chemistry

This is a guide to UIC library databases and other resources in chemistry.

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Main Chemistry Databases

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Unlocking the Power of Reaxys - Did you miss the Sept. session?

Recording is linked below.

 

Presented by: María José (Majo) Dávila-Rodríguez, Customer Success Consultant, Chemistry & Life Sciences, Elsevier

Who Should Attend: Individuals in Chemistry, Pharmacy and related areas, including: Faculty, Undergraduate & Graduate Students, Other Researchers & Instructors. This session will be recorded.

Join us to discover how to efficiently find chemical information across a vast collection of patents and journals. Learn to access detailed data on substances, including spectral and physicochemical properties, as well as a wide range of other relevant fields. Uncover reaction pathways and conditions, and learn how to perform retrosynthesis analysis using both published and predictive modules. You’ll also explore how to retrieve toxicology and bioactivity data, and master the “Bioactivity Visualization” tool to gain valuable insights.

Whether you're working in chemistry, pharmacology, or related fields, Reaxys empowers you to find reliable information with confidence. During this session, you'll learn to:

· Find core literature, extensive patent information, and data on substances, properties, reactions, targets, and bioactivity;

· Easily draw and search chemical structures and reactions using the built-in editor;

· Refine, filter, and export results tailored to your research needs;

· Save and organize queries, alerts, and favorites for ongoing projects;

· Seamlessly incorporate Reaxys into your teaching, assignments, and lab workflows.

Join us and unlock new possibilities for your scientific discoveries. We hope you can join this session!

Recording

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