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Jessica Clifton

Executive Director

Jessica is Executive Director at ReAgent and leads a variety of growth projects. She has an extensive background in marketing, and has worked in the chemical industry since 2019. Outside of work, Jessica can be found on a run, building LEGO, or watching Star Wars.
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Important Chemistry Lab Equipment

Chemistry laboratories can only function well if they have the right equipment based on the intended purpose of that particular laboratory.  Most chemistry labs in schools, for example, are purely used for instructional purposes. Meanwhile, specialised workplace chemistry labs, like

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WATCH: ReAgent Is A Living Wage & Living Hours Employer

ReAgent is proud to be both a Living Wage and Living Hours certified employer. But what does this mean? You can watch our video right here to find out, and continue reading to understand more about what it means to

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Common Measurements Used in Chemistry

Science relies on measurements that are both precise and accurate. This is especially important in chemistry where chemical reactions need to be as controlled as possible to get accurate results.  To achieve this, scientists have devised a set of standard

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What Chemicals Are In Fizzy Drinks?

Fizzy drinks are sweet, bubbly beverages that contain chemicals such as phosphoric acid, along with carbon dioxide and various additives, artificial colours, and flavours. The carbonated water in fizzy drinks (made when carbon dioxide and water react) is responsible for

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What are the Main Types of Chemical Bonds?

The three main types of chemical bonds are ionic bonds, covalent bonds, and metallic bonds. The type of bond determines the structure, stability, and properties of a substance. Chemical bonds can affect the stability of a compound; those with weak

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What Are The Highest Paid Jobs In Chemistry?

With the right experience, chemistry can be a lucrative job choice. This article identifies some of the highest paid jobs in this industry, as well as the skills needed to secure them, and the steps you can take to start

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WATCH: ReAgent Introduces an Employee Assistance Programme

At ReAgent, we’ve recently introduced an Employee Assistance Programme, or EAP, provided by Health Assured. You can watch the video right here, and continue reading to find out more about what an EAP is and why we’ve introduced it: 

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What Is Reduction In Chemistry?

Reduction is defined as the transfer of electrons between different chemical species as part of a chemical reaction. The species that receives the electrons is ‘reduced’ because of the decrease in the oxidation state of the element or group of