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Christian Candia Onfray
During my time in the Doctorate in Chemistry program I was able to experience the scientific quality that it demands. The scholars who teach classes have extensive experience and the majority have active research projects, being distinguished internationally. There is a good relationship between students, tutors, scholars, and the program committee, allowing optimal communication between everyone.
 
The current program allows you to choose a differentiated general training course in the areas of Organic, Inorganic or Analytical Chemistry, facilitating specialization in the areas of interest. Likewise, the program includes elective courses, which can be taken both at the University and in collaboration with others.
 
The laboratories have top quality equipment, which allows research to be carried out in various areas. In the same way, the Faculty of Chemistry and Biology is close to the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Technology, which facilitates collaborations with researchers in other areas, achieving interdisciplinary research.
 
For all these reasons, my experience during the program was totally pleasant, and it allowed me to learn not only about science in the subjects, but also about research, and human quality.
 
Pedro Levín Vásquez

I entered the doctoral program in chemistry at the University of Santiago de Chile in 2016 in search of deepening and developing new skills in the field of research. Today, the year 2020, after obtaining the Doctorate in Chemistry degree, I can say that, with the training received during my stay in the program, the claims were fully met and this is due to the excellent training I received from the scholars of the university and especially by my thesis tutor, who with their experiences in the scientific field, together with the facilities, existing equipment at the University and the collaboration networks, allowed me to develop my doctoral thesis with the demands required to obtain the degree of Doctor, also carrying out a research internship at Johns Hopkins University, USA, during the process, which allowed me to strengthen collaboration networks and extend the scope of research. Without a doubt, choosing the USACH Doctorate in Chemistry program gave me the necessary tools for my training as a researcher and gave me the foundations to continue deepening my interest and knowledge in the sciences.
 
Camila Olguin Choupay

Graduated with a Doctorate in Chemistry: “The resources available at the University were fundamental for my growth as a researcher”

Camila Olguín Choupay, who defended her thesis last Friday, referred to her research and experience in the Doctorate in Chemistry program.

Last Friday, April 12, Camila Olguín Choupay took her degree exam, which took place in the Dr. Claudio Vásquez Auditorium of the Faculty of Chemistry and Biology. After the public defense, she became the 154th graduate of the Doctorate in Chemistry at the University of Santiago de Chile.

The student's thesis was titled “Arquitectura Superficial a partir de Calix [4]areno derivados; Plataforma para el Control Estérico-Espacial y su Efecto en la Respuesta Electroquímica"and was guided by doctors Jorge Pavez and Claudio Saítz.

Regarding the relevance of the research, Olguín commented that “by understanding how molecules affect the properties of surfaces at the molecular level, new possibilities open up for applications in industry and technology.”

Furthermore, in relation to the promotion of science in society and her thesis, she indicated that “disseminating these findings is crucial to show how science can have a direct impact on our lives and foster public interest and understanding of scientific advances.”

Regarding her experience in the Doctoral Program in Chemistry, Dr. Olguín chose different points to highlight. “The support provided by my guiding professors and the resources available at the university were fundamental to my growth as a researcher.” 

She also distinguished personal development opportunities granted by the University. “Participating in conferences, seminars and academic events allowed me to broaden my horizons,” she said.

Camila Olguín closed her experience in the Doctorate in Chemistry with the following message “I’m grateful to have been part of this institution and for everything I learned during my time there.”

Kevin Granados
“Being immersed in an environment where research is a priority is stimulating.”
 
After passing his thesis defense, the graduate commented on the significance of having completed the study program at our university. On Monday, April 15, in the Dr. Claudio Vásquez Auditorium Hall of the Faculty of Chemistry and Biology, Kevin Granados Tavera took his Doctorate in Chemistry degree exam.
 
The student's thesis was titled: “Diseño y Caracterización de Materiales del Tipo Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Basados en Zn (II)-Porfirina/Porfirina Expandida y Semiconductor C60 con Aplicaciones para Dispositivos Electrónicos", which was guided by Dr. Gloria Cárdenas Jirón.
 
In relation to the research, Granados commented that the objective "was to generate more conductive materials and therefore one of the strategies used was to promote Guest-Host' interactions by introducing fullerenes molecules within the pores of the MOFs."
 
“Conductive MOFs show potential applications in fields such as photovoltaic devices, energy storage, electronic devices, electrochemical sensors and energy conversion, among others,” he explained.
 
Dr. Kevin Granados also referred to some valuable aspects of the Doctorate in Chemistry program at the University of Santiago de Chile. “We are offered the opportunity to participate in conferences, carry out research stays and other related activities. This support greatly facilitates our academic and professional development,” he said.
 
Granados also emphasized the study environment. “Being immersed in an environment where research is a priority is stimulating and motivating,” he concluded.