AIMS AND CONTENT

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

In more detail, the learning objectives for this module are:

• To provide students with a general understanding of the 12 principles of green chemistry;

• To provide students with basic knowledge of green chemistry indicators;

• To develop students' understanding of catalysts and issues related to waste;

• To provide students with a general understanding of the main techniques in green chemistry.

The learning outcomes are:

• To know the 12 principles of green chemistry;

• To recognize and explain the different techniques of green chemistry;

• To apply and compare green chemistry indicators;

• To classify the various types of catalysis for biomass valorization.

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures with slide presentations, thematic seminars on specific topics, and practical laboratory experience.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Introduction and Green Chemistry Metrics:

• 12 principles of green chemistry;

• Importance of different types of waste;

• Recycling of plastic materials and cans;

• Green chemistry metrics.

Biomass and Sustainable Technologies:

• Catalysis for biomass valorization;

• New green technologies;

• Platform molecules;

• Polymers from biomass.

Laboratory Experience:

• Synthesis of polyaspartic acid.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Green Chemistry: An Introductory Text

By Mike Lancaster

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/9781839168888

Hardback ISBN: 978-1-78262-294-9

PDF ISBN: 978-1-83916-888-8

EPUB ISBN: 978-1-83916-294-7

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

To be defined, aroud the 20th of February 2026.

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The oral exam consists of a discussion covering the topics addressed during the theoretical lectures and the experimental laboratory activities. 

For students with disabilities or with SLD, the assessment method will comply with the UNIGE rules summarized in https://unige.it/disabilita-dsa.

In case of emergency and only according to specific indications by the University of Genoa, the assessment method for the exam might be changed, including the possibility of an online procedure.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The purpose of the exam is to assess whether the student has achieved the intended learning outcomes, covering both theoretical concepts and laboratory activities. If the learning objectives are not met, the student will be encouraged to review the material and retake the exam.

Throughout the laboratory sessions, instructors will evaluate students’ participation and their ability to carry out experimental work effectively. The final exam will determine whether the student has acquired a satisfactory level of knowledge and understanding of the topics covered during the course.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please contact the docent for further information not included in the course description.