Personal Chemistry: Alexander
Smith
Senior Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry, GlaxoSmithKline
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Where do you work?
GlaxoSmithKline R&D, Harlow.
What is your job there?
I am a Senior Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry within
Psychiatry CEDD.
Why did you join SCI?
I wanted to extend my personal network outside GSK.
Attendance at SCI conferences and events of interest
to me has allowed me to do this. SCI Membership also
gave me access to the Young Chemists’ Panel, and
as an active Member I gain valuable experience and have
many opportunities to learn new skills and enhance my
career profile.
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What is the best website you have visited lately?
I regularly visit www.maos.net.
This website relates to microwave-assisted chemistry and has
been created and is administered by Oliver Kappe. I think
it is an excellent reference point for chemists unfamiliar
with the technology, though there are also many useful links
and updated references to keep the regular microwave users
happy.
What is your favourite holiday destination?
I love scenic destinations with fresh, clean air away from
the hustle and bustle of towns and cities. Most of my vacations
are spent in France and I also frequent the Greek Isles.
What's the best advice you have ever received?
If you want to get something done, give it to a busy person.
Which book would you recommend as a ‘must read’?
Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage to the Antarctic
by Alfred Lansing was recommended to me by a friend. I now
recommend it to you. A true account of human endeavour; such
were the odds against survival. It puts all of our day-to-day
worries and problems into context.
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