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3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:16:21Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Particle in a Box

2017-02-09T23:16:01Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* Results */

'''Question: Can a simple function like y(x) = Sqrt[a/2]*Sin[Pi*x/a] describe an electron in a molecule?'''

'''Answer: yes.'''

===The Basic Model System===
1) Consider a box with no lid with infinitely high walls. This box represents the "molecular frame" for which the electron can exist.

2) When a particle/electron is placed inside this box, it has a particular "energy." Considering that "energy" is a ''measurable quantity'' in systems described by classical mechanics, Q.M. postulate 2 tells us that there exists a corresponding operator that can be used to predict the energy or as we say this ''observable''.

3) As with all "operator algebra" problems, there are 3 parts:
:- the operator
:- the (eigen)function
:- the eigenvalue = observable.

The operator in this case, like many, is the ''Hamiltonian'' operator, the eigenfunction is given above, and we need to solve for the eigenvalue or energy.

===Initial Tasks===
1) Convince yourself that the function provided above is an eigenfunction of the Hamiltonian operator.
:You ask, how do i do that?...just operate on the function with the Hamiltonian operator and if you return a "value" and the function, then the function is an eigenfunction for the Hamiltonian operator. You do need to know that the potential energy, V(x), inside of the box and it is equal to zero...so the Hamiltonian operator is a bit more simple in this model system. '''Please "do this" work in your lab notebook.

2) Notice that although this function is an eigenfunction of the Hamiltonian operator, there may be other solutions...any ideas?
:Please plot this function in Mathematica..
:Note: Boundary conditions y(0) = 0 and y(a) = 0
:See figure 4.2/4.3 Reproduce these in Mathematica
:why are these offset as they are?

3) Use the "Boltzmann" distribution to calculate the number of particles in the n=1 verses the n=2 state...essentially reproduce graph in example problem 2.1.

===The Chemical System===
Pi electrons in conjugated molecules can be treated as "particles in a box." See section 5.3.
:1,4-diphenyl-1,3-butadiene (4 pi-electrons)
:1,6-diphenyl-1,3,5-hexatriene (6 pi-electrons)
:1,8-diphenyl-1,3,5,7-octatetraene (8 pi-electrons)

1) What is an estimate of the "box length" (ie molecular frame).

2) What is the DeltaE between the HOMO and LUMO

3) Use the "Boltzmann" distribution to calculate the number of particles in the n(HOMO) verses the n(LUMO) state...essentially reproduce graph in example problem 2.1.

===Data Collection===
1) collect UV-Vis data for a conjugated dye.

2) record structure in lab notebook.

3) can you predict the box length based on lambda max?

===Results===
[[Pinacyanol_chloride|Pinacyanol chloride]]

[[Cryptocyanine|Cryptocyanine]]

[[3,3′Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide|3,3′Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide]]

[[3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide|3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide]]

[[3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide]]

3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:15:13Z

Mirna Alhanash:

3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:15:00Z

Mirna Alhanash:

3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:14:43Z

Mirna Alhanash:

3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:14:22Z

Mirna Alhanash:

3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:14:03Z

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3,3'-Diethylthiacarbocyanine iodide

2017-02-09T23:13:41Z

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2017-02-09T23:11:30Z

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2017-02-09T23:11:13Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 S17

2017-02-01T16:02:53Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T 1-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Measuring the Concentration of Different Compounds Using Voltammetry Cell===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method. In order to explore the voltammetry cell, other compounds will also be tested.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:26:38Z

Mirna Alhanash:

A Blue and Green lasers were shined separately each time at a green dye solution and then a red dye solution. Four different emission spectra were collected using an Ocean Optics Red Tide USB650 UV. A blue laser turned green while traveling through the green fluorescence and yellowish through red. While the green laser remained the same for the green dye solution, however, it did turn yellow through the red solution. An emission spectrum showed the difference in energy produced by different light colors moving through the different fluorescence solutions while showing the original peak.

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:26:22Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:26:12Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:26:01Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:25:47Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:25:34Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:16:37Z

Mirna Alhanash:

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:16:16Z

Mirna Alhanash:

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:14:04Z

Mirna Alhanash:

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:13:52Z

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2017-01-27T00:13:21Z

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:11:45Z

Mirna Alhanash:

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:11:25Z

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:11:01Z

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:10:38Z

Mirna Alhanash:

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Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:10:00Z

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2017-01-27T00:09:35Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Light lab Pchem

2017-01-27T00:08:32Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* Examples */

Welcome to the Light lab.

In the introductory chapter we were exposed to a series of experiments that were not appropriately described by the current theory, ie. classical mechanics. These experiments lead to the development of quantum mechanics. Many of these experiments involved "light." In this lab activity we will explore light at a deeper level.

==Examples==
[[IPhone_Night_Shift|iPhone Night Shift]]

[[Emission_Spectra_of_Different_Metals|Emission Spectra of Different Metals]]

[[Submerge_Christmas_light_in_liquid_nitrogen|Submerge Christmas light in liquid nitrogen]]

[[Laser_Cutter_Emission_Spectra|Laser cutter emission spectra]]

[[Emission_intensity_of_mercury_lamp|Emission intensity of mercury lamp]]

[[Laser_Through_Fluorescence]]

Laser Through Fluorescence

2017-01-27T00:08:21Z

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Mirna Alhanash Chem430 S17

2017-01-20T21:14:14Z

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Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:27:18Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 2. Introduction */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===

Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

(State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.)

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

''Tylenol Children's Elixir''

''Sigma Aldrich Acetaminophen powder''

''Saline Buffer (pH 7.4)''

::'''Wave Driver Compact Voltammetry Cell''': Cyclic voltammograms were produced using After Math software and significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration was 90%(±2%)

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:25:42Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 4. Experimental */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

''Tylenol Children's Elixir''

''Sigma Aldrich Acetaminophen powder''

''Saline Buffer (pH 7.4)''

::'''Wave Driver Compact Voltammetry Cell''': Cyclic voltammograms were produced using After Math software and significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration was 90%(±2%)

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:24:30Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 4. Experimental */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

Tylenol Children's Elixir

Sigma Aldrich Acetaminophen powder

Saline Buffer (pH 7.4)

::'''Wave Driver Compact Voltammetry Cell''': Cyclic voltammograms were produced using After Math software and significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration was 90%(±2%)

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:18:59Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 9. Literature references */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

:''Example:''

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

::'''Enzyme Reactions''': All enzyme reactions were done using a totlal volume of 5.0 mL. Substrate concentration ranged between 1-12 mM. Reactions were initiated be the addition of enzyme.

::'''HPLC''': HPLC data was collected using the Waters Breeze HPLC with a C18 column (insert specs here). Specific HPLC conditions are given in the figure captions.

::'''UV-Vis''': UV-Vis data was collected using the HP 5832 UV-Vis spectrometer using a quartz cuvette. Sample concentrations were adjusted so as to not exceed 1.0 absorbance unit. Significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration was 90%(±2%)

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:18:36Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 9. Literature references */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

:''Example:''

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

::'''Enzyme Reactions''': All enzyme reactions were done using a totlal volume of 5.0 mL. Substrate concentration ranged between 1-12 mM. Reactions were initiated be the addition of enzyme.

::'''HPLC''': HPLC data was collected using the Waters Breeze HPLC with a C18 column (insert specs here). Specific HPLC conditions are given in the figure captions.

::'''UV-Vis''': UV-Vis data was collected using the HP 5832 UV-Vis spectrometer using a quartz cuvette. Sample concentrations were adjusted so as to not exceed 1.0 absorbance unit. Significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration was 90%(±2%)

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.
2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:18:10Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 6. Discussion */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

:''Example:''

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

::'''Enzyme Reactions''': All enzyme reactions were done using a totlal volume of 5.0 mL. Substrate concentration ranged between 1-12 mM. Reactions were initiated be the addition of enzyme.

::'''HPLC''': HPLC data was collected using the Waters Breeze HPLC with a C18 column (insert specs here). Specific HPLC conditions are given in the figure captions.

::'''UV-Vis''': UV-Vis data was collected using the HP 5832 UV-Vis spectrometer using a quartz cuvette. Sample concentrations were adjusted so as to not exceed 1.0 absorbance unit. Significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration was 90%(±2%)

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
Literature referenced in the report will be cited. This will be copied from the earlier report, and the student is expected to contribute to the accumulation of relevant literature. Remember that all cited literature must be read.

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:17:27Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 5. Results */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

:''Example:''

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

::'''Enzyme Reactions''': All enzyme reactions were done using a totlal volume of 5.0 mL. Substrate concentration ranged between 1-12 mM. Reactions were initiated be the addition of enzyme.

::'''HPLC''': HPLC data was collected using the Waters Breeze HPLC with a C18 column (insert specs here). Specific HPLC conditions are given in the figure captions.

::'''UV-Vis''': UV-Vis data was collected using the HP 5832 UV-Vis spectrometer using a quartz cuvette. Sample concentrations were adjusted so as to not exceed 1.0 absorbance unit. Significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

The concentration of Acetaminophen in Elixir was determined to be around 140 mg for every 5 ml.

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
Literature referenced in the report will be cited. This will be copied from the earlier report, and the student is expected to contribute to the accumulation of relevant literature. Remember that all cited literature must be read.

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T09:12:44Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 5. Results */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

:''Example:''

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

::'''Enzyme Reactions''': All enzyme reactions were done using a totlal volume of 5.0 mL. Substrate concentration ranged between 1-12 mM. Reactions were initiated be the addition of enzyme.

::'''HPLC''': HPLC data was collected using the Waters Breeze HPLC with a C18 column (insert specs here). Specific HPLC conditions are given in the figure captions.

::'''UV-Vis''': UV-Vis data was collected using the HP 5832 UV-Vis spectrometer using a quartz cuvette. Sample concentrations were adjusted so as to not exceed 1.0 absorbance unit. Significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:finalresult.jpg|400px|thumb|center|Peak vs Concentration Acetaminophen]]

Percentage of experimental to labeled concentration: 90%(±2%)

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
Literature referenced in the report will be cited. This will be copied from the earlier report, and the student is expected to contribute to the accumulation of relevant literature. Remember that all cited literature must be read.

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

File:Finalresult.jpg

2016-12-17T09:07:40Z

Mirna Alhanash:

Mirna Alhanash Chem430 F16

2016-12-17T08:57:26Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* 1. Descriptive information */

Chemistry/Biochemistry Research 430
:Fall 2016
:Mirna Alhanash
:Senior Chemistry Major

==Research Times==
T/Thur 2-4 pm
: section 01 = 0.25 credit = 4 hours per week.

==Proposed Research Project==
===Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir===
[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===General Information===
:Advisor: Professor Brad Sturgeon

===Proposal===
Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It is the active ingredient in children’s Tylenol which is formulated as a viscous liquid elixir. This research determines the acetaminophen concentration in a sample of elixir using a compact voltammetry cell and applying the cyclic voltammetry which is an electrochemical method.

===Instruments to be used===
WaveNow ™ USB potentiostat with AfterMath ™ software.

===References (2 minimum)===
1. Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir (n.d.): n. pag. Pine Research Instrumentation, Mar. 2008. Web.

2. Cyclic voltammetry, Peter T. Kissinger and William R. Heineman, Journal of Chemical Education 1983 60 (9), 702, DOI: 10.1021/ed060p702

===Research pledge===
I, Mirna Alhanash, have read the Chem/Bioc 430 course syllabus and understand the general structure and expectations of the research program. The above material was prepared after consultation, and in conjunction with my research advisor.

==Written Report==

...from the course syllabus...

[https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/about/governance/committees/training/acsapproved/degreeprogram/preparing-a-research-report.pdf ACS Guide to Research Reports]

:''Research students are expected to write a report and submit it to the research coordinator by the last day of regular semester classes. These reports are intended to summarize the data collected over the course of the semester. Since this research course requires you to enroll in at least two semesters of research, two reports will be generated. The first semester report should be considered a work in progress, where as the final report should be a more comprehensive summary of your research project. These reports are necessary since several researchers may work on each project. The report will be organized so that it is clear what material is new and what material is review. When available, research students will be provided with an electronic copy of the latest report on their project. The research student is expected to update and improve the introduction, background, and literature sections with each report. Results that challenge earlier conclusions will be justified in a discussion section. Reports will be submitted in both electronic and hard copy to the Faculty Research Advisor AND Research Coordinator.''

===1. Descriptive information===

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children’s Pain Relief Elixir.'''

Mirna Alhanash

Research Advisor: Dr. Bradley E. Sturgeon

Spring/Fall 2016

[[Compact Voltammetry Cell]]

===2. Introduction===
State of the motivation for the project of interest in terms of current literature. When we make reference to current literature, this is where you provide specific reference(s) to this work. This section can be largely copied from an earlier report(s), if they exist, but it is expected that this section is edited to include newly found background information. Note: if the author of previous report(s) is included as a contributor to the project, you may cut and paste text; this is not plagiarism, it is collaboration.

===3. Background from earlier reports===
This section will summarize the work reported in earlier reports. If significant results were presented in the most recent report, these results will be summarized and in most cases can be added to that reports background section. This section is included mainly to confirm the current students overall understanding of the project.

===4. Experimental===
This section describes experiments done during the period covered by the report. Usually, this work will be similar or identical to that described in the prior report, if they exists. Any new experiments will be written up and added to the experimental section. Any experiments preformed under identical conditions need only reference previous reports.

:''Example:''

::'''Reagents''': ''List reagents used by product number and the source''.

::'''Enzyme Reactions''': All enzyme reactions were done using a totlal volume of 5.0 mL. Substrate concentration ranged between 1-12 mM. Reactions were initiated be the addition of enzyme.

::'''HPLC''': HPLC data was collected using the Waters Breeze HPLC with a C18 column (insert specs here). Specific HPLC conditions are given in the figure captions.

::'''UV-Vis''': UV-Vis data was collected using the HP 5832 UV-Vis spectrometer using a quartz cuvette. Sample concentrations were adjusted so as to not exceed 1.0 absorbance unit. Significant data was exported in the ".CSV" format and then worked up in Igor.

===5. Results===
This section documents the results of the experiments done during the period covered by the report. Tabulation of data is encouraged; representative spectra presented.

[[File:Newexcel.jpeg]]

[[File:Newexcel.jpeg|400px|thumb|center|CV for acetaminophen]]

===6. Discussion===
In this section, the student will discuss the results of their work in context of the literature and the results of earlier reports. Questions that have been raised in earlier reports may be addressed here.

===7. Conclusions===
Restate the findings of this period of research. The statement “No conclusions have been reached,” is an acceptable statement.

===8. Future Directions===
In this section, the student will discuss possible experiments intended to address unanswered questions or technical problems on the project.

===9. Literature references===
Literature referenced in the report will be cited. This will be copied from the earlier report, and the student is expected to contribute to the accumulation of relevant literature. Remember that all cited literature must be read.

===10. Signature===
Two copies of the report will be signed and dated and turned in to the Faculty Research Advisor and archived by the Research Coordinator.

Compact Voltammetry Cell

2016-10-06T03:57:39Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* Acetaminophen Determination Results */

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir'''
=Standards Cyclic Voltammogram=

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=Acetaminophen Determination Results=

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[APAP]= MA/M = 3.7899-0.1247/10.541= 0.3477 mM

Concentration of Acetaminophen in children's Tylenol = 0.3477 mM

Compact Voltammetry Cell

2016-10-06T03:56:03Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* Acetaminophen Determination Results */

Compact Voltammetry Cell

2016-10-06T03:52:35Z

Mirna Alhanash: /* Standards Cyclic Voltammogram */

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2016-10-06T03:52:10Z

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0.2 mM Elixir

Compact Voltammetry Cell

2016-10-06T03:46:24Z

Mirna Alhanash:

'''Determination of Acetaminophen in a Children's Pain Relief Elixir'''
=Standards Cyclic Voltammogram=

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=Acetaminophen Determination Results=

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[APAP]= MA/M = 1.6831/7.5184= 0.22

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2016-10-06T03:44:04Z

Mirna Alhanash: