Illustrated lecture on the history of chemistry and alchemy

Arthur Greenberg, a chemistry professor at the University of New Hampshire, will present a Wednesday, Oct. 12 UMaine lecture on the history of chemistry and alchemy.  Greenberg’s lecture, which will feature the use of illustrations and anecdotes, is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. in 316 Aubert Hall. The talk is UMaine’s third annual ChemFest lecture, part of National Chemistry Week.  UMaine undergraduate students will host area high school teachers and students before the lecture, for a discussion and demonstrations, including one featuring liquid nitrogen ice cream. For more information, contact Prof. Francois Amar.