August: From Molecule to Market – A Career in Chemical Engineering (Chemours)
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Ready to explore how science transforms into real-world solutions? Join us August 26 at 2 PM CT in Slawson Hall G192 Beren Conference Room at the University of Kansas—or connect virtually via Zoom!
Join EARTH* for an invited lecture by Dr. Concetta La Marca, Senior Principal Consultant at Chemours and elected member of the National Academy of Engineering (Class of 2025).
Dr. La Marca is a recognized leader in chemical engineering and refrigerant technology, with over four decades of experience guiding innovation from lab-scale concepts to global market adoption. Her career spans foundational research in reaction kinetics, pilot plant operations, next-generation fluorochemical processes, and collaborative work with cross-disciplinary teams—all aimed at advancing safer, more sustainable refrigerant solutions.
Attendees will gain insight into:
- How industrial reaction engineering drives refrigerant innovation
- The evolution of regulatory drivers and their impact on technology
- Strategies for reactor design and hazard analysis
- Lessons learned from a career at the intersection of science, engineering, and leadership
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from a National Academy of Engineering member whose work continues to shape climate goals, industrial practice, and the next generation of engineers. Bring your questions for our live Q&A!
* Presented by EARTH (Environmentally Applied Refrigerant Technology Hub), an Engineering Research Center funded by the National Science Foundation. For more information, visit: EARTH.
