As university chemistry laboratories continue to evolve, the importance of laboratory management has become increasingly evident. Fine management is an essential approach to enhance laboratory efficiency and safety, ensuring the smooth and secure operation of the facility. By considering the unique characteristics of chemistry experiment teaching and our institution’s teaching practices, we propose the concept of strengthening the refinement and comprehensive management of experiment teaching. This article will explore various aspects, including the current status of laboratory management, the necessity of fine management, the implementation process, and the resulting effects. Fine management focuses on addressing the issues of how to manage, what to manage, and who should be responsible. Implementing fine management practices in the laboratory will contribute to improving the efficacy of laboratory management and further facilitate the cultivation of innovative talents.

Digital education plays a crucial role in promoting high-quality educational development, making the construction and application of digital resources particularly important. In the context of digital empowerment, this paper focuses on the construction of digital teaching resources for inorganic and analytical chemistry experimental course. Three aspects are discussed: the creation of a teaching video resource library, the development of a bilingual virtual simulation experiment, and the introduction of high-quality shared resources. These resources are then applied in teaching practice to enrich digital teaching materials, enhance online teaching platforms, and reform blended teaching models. Ultimately, this approach enhances the flexibility of experimental teaching, promotes diverse teaching methods, and improves the effectiveness of teaching.

This paper delves into the practicalities of daily teaching management within the organic chemistry basic laboratory at Central South University. It presents a series of refined management reforms and their detailed implementations. By incorporating dynamic digital inventory management for chemicals, strategic partitioned placement of instruments, and a process-oriented approach to hazardous waste handling, we establish a standardized, secure, orderly, and convenient experimental teaching environment for both educators and students. Additionally, the paper innovatively introduces the concept of a “glass instrument claiming station” and implements a laboratory management system that includes “self-inspection”, “platoon leader review”, and three levels of inspection by the laboratory instructor. These measures aim to fully engage students’ initiative and enthusiasm, nurturing a sense of ownership. Consequently, they contribute to enhancing the overall management proficiency and teaching efficacy of the basic organic chemistry laboratory.

This paper reviews the development process of standards related to the storage of hazardous chemicals in China and examines the modernization of safety infrastructure in university depots. It proposes a framework for safety facility configuration based on three aspects: hydroelectric and lighting equipment, monitoring system, and ventilation system. The chemicals are categorized into four types of depots: conventional, precursor, potential explosive, and highly toxic. For each category, specific safety configuration plans are suggested to enhance the construction and management of safety facilities in domestic university chemical depots.

Traditional basic chemistry experimental courses suffer from various issues, such as a lack of laboratory safety education, limited teaching methods, outdated curriculum content, and a disproportionate focus on theory over practical skills. Laboratory skill competitions can invigorate and guide the reform of basic chemistry experimental courses, while also enabling personalized teaching methods and enhancing students’ psychological aptitude. In recent years, our college has successfully utilized laboratory skill competitions to promote the reform of basic chemistry experimental courses, yielding positive outcomes. We hope that our experiences can serve as valuable references for the reformation of basic chemistry experiment courses in higher education institutions.

The reform of the chemistry comprehensive experiment course under professional certification background plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of practical courses in chemistry majors. Shangluo University’s chemistry major comprehensive experiment course, aligned with the distinctive features of comprehensive chemical experiments and the requirements of professional certification, has bolstered students’ capacity for independent inquiry and experimentation. This was achieved through the integration and refinement of experimental teaching content, augmentation of teaching resources, innovation in teaching methodologies, and the establishment of a multifaceted instructional model and assessment framework guided by core competencies. Consequently, it fosters meaningful interactions among faculty and students, as well as peer-to-peer engagement, thereby facilitating the enhancement and cultivation of students’ core competencies.

This study implements research-oriented comprehensive chemistry laboratory teaching by combining fundamental education with scientific research training, thus enhancing talent development and promoting educational reform harmoniously. Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using straightforward inorganic chemical reactions, with the color of the resulting silver nanocolloid solution controlled by varying the bromine/silver ratio. This introduction of surface plasmon resonance characteristics into the experimental curriculum increases the experiment’s engagement. The chemical activity of the silver nanoparticles was verified using the classic p-nitrophenol catalytic reaction model. Results indicated that the silver nanoparticles exhibited excellent catalytic performance, approximating first-order reaction kinetics. Additionally, a simple pollutant degradation reactor was constructed using standard laboratory glassware, and homemade silver-embedded filter paper was used for over ten cycles of degradation, achieving a degradation rate of up to 90%.

Laboratory safety is a crucial foundation for talent cultivation and scientific innovation in universities. However, the management of hazardous chemicals remains a significant weak point in university laboratory safety. This paper analyzes the current state of hazardous chemical management in university laboratories and proposes feasible measures to enhance this management. These measures include safety education and access control, the establishment of a robust laboratory safety culture, and the implementation of full life cycle traceability management for hazardous chemicals. The goal is to further standardize hazardous chemical safety management in university laboratories, mitigate safety risks, and ensure the smooth operation of these facilities.

The “Chemistry Research Training II” course is a mandatory course for senior students in the Department of Chemistry at Tianjin University. This course introduces an innovative “self-directed learning” model where students form teams based on their interests and strengths, select their research topics, and design their own research plans. Under the guidance of instructors, students conduct exploratory research and their performance is evaluated through group presentations and peer reviews. The course is highly praised by students for its rich content and novel teaching methods. This course explores new teaching models, enhances students’ research and practical skills, and makes a valuable contribution to the cultivation of top-tier innovative talents.

This paper explores the integration of ideological and political education into public elective courses, specifically focusing on the “Life Chemistry Experiment” course. By adopting the “ideological and political education in courses” philosophy, the study examines the design, teaching practices, and evaluation methods for incorporating such education into the course. Emphasizing innovative and green education concepts, it aims to stimulate students’ interest and patriotism, ensuring that ideological and political guidance permeates the entire educational process. This approach achieves the dual goals of imparting knowledge and fostering moral development, contributing significantly to the comprehensive development of students.

In order to strengthen the personalized training of top talents for undergraduate students and transform high-level scientific research resources into teaching resources for talent training, Beihang University has set up the “Scientific Research Classroom” micro-project design experiment course integrating science and education. This paper takes the micro-project “Synthesis of metal oxide sub-1 nm nanomaterials and their application in battery energy storage” as an example, carries out practice and exploration from teaching methods, course content, grade assessment and student feedback. By giving full play to the advantages of teachers’ guidance and students’ main body, the implementation of research type teaching model provides beneficial reference for expanding undergraduates’ scientific research thinking, stimulating scientific research interest and enhancing scientific research innovation ability.

This study employs flame atomic absorption spectroscopy to quantify the potassium ion content in discarded tobacco stem ash. The results are compared with the potassium levels in other common crops, offering potential solutions for the reutilization of tobacco waste. The independently designed experiments aim to cultivate students’ abilities in critical thinking and practical problem-solving, reinforcing the connection between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This approach enhances students’ understanding of energy and environmental issues, maximizing the educational value of both theoretical and practical learning.

The integration of digital technology into everyday life has been a long-standing human pursuit. Currently, wearable electronic skins emerged as a transformative innovation have been widely used in human motion monitoring, healthcare, and artificial intelligence. To explore an interdisciplinary talent cultivation model that merges chemistry, chemical engineering, and biomedical sciences, gellan gum/polyacrylamide dual network hydrogel was fabricated and applied as flexible sensor to monitor human movement and physiological signals. The experiment combines the published research work in our group with undergraduate teaching experiments, and introduces the E-skin to students from preparation method to its practical application, stimulating students’ interests in learning and innovation.

In recent years, research in organic electronics, a burgeoning interdisciplinary field, has seen significant growth. Organic electronics aims to use organic materials to manufacture more flexible, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective electronic devices for applications in display technology, optoelectronics, energy conversion, and other fields. To enhance undergraduate students’ understanding of organic electronics, this experimental teaching plan centers on the commonly used organic polymer P3HT. Using a spin coater, students prepare and modify active layers, then characterize the surface morphology of these films with a step profiler, optical microscope, and atomic force microscope. Conductivity testing of the devices is performed using a probe station. Comprehensive and standardized protective measures ensure safety throughout the experimental process. Additionally, the experiment incorporates fundamental techniques and the use of various instruments, fostering students’ practical skills and scientific literacy. This experiment aims to ignite undergraduates’ interest in the forefront of organic electronics through hands-on preparation, modification, and characterization of organic polymer films, thereby enhancing their innovative thinking and overall competencies.

A well-designed experiment allows students to better understand chemical principles through observable phenomena. This study investigates the reaction between potassium permanganate and potassium bromide under two different conditions: identical setups as found in standard textbooks and varying pH ranges. The results indicate that potassium bromide reduces potassium permanganate in two distinct steps in the pH range 1.95–0.98, with the reduction products being influenced by the pH of the solution. The critical pH for the spontaneous occurrence of the second step is 1.21, which is close to the theoretical value of 1.36. Based on these findings, two recommendations are provided to further refine the experimental design by verifying the impact of acidity on reaction rates.

University laboratories serve as crucial platforms for experimental teaching, scientific research, and practical education, tasked with the dual responsibilities of talent cultivation and contributing to national advancements in science and technology. The complexities, unique characteristics, and inherent risks of experimental environments, particularly regarding the use of hazardous chemicals, have emerged as significant contributors to experimental safety incidents and pose major hidden dangers. Consequently, the management and safety of laboratory environments have become central to university safety initiatives. This article examines the safety management and practical application of hazardous chemicals in universities, emphasizing the cultivation of applied talents in experimental safety disciplines, while taking into account the specific contexts of schools and colleges. It explores three key areas: the establishment of a hazardous chemical safety management system, optimization of safety prevention mechanisms, and the exploration of talent cultivation models that integrate industry and education. The study presents a comprehensive strategy for hazardous chemical management that encompasses safety education, a responsibility framework, an information resource library and management platform, as well as protocols for storage, usage, and emergency response. Additionally, through collaboration with enterprises in school-enterprise partnerships and practical training, we propose an educational model designed to enhance students’ practical innovation capabilities and foster the development of applied professionals in chemistry and chemical engineering. This research aims to provide insights for the reform of hazardous chemical safety management and the cultivation of innovative talent in university laboratories.

The “Specialized Experiment” courses plays a connecting role between basic experiments and scientific research experiments. The experimental teaching mode of integrating science and education with “five measures” is applied to the curriculum construction of “Specialized Experiment”. The teaching reform is carried out from the aspects of improving the effectiveness of ideological and political education, re-integrating teaching projects, strengthening the foundation of scientific research habits, strengthening the practice of teaching links, and promoting innovation with experimental results. With ideological and political guidance as the basis and the integration of science and education as the soul, we develop comprehensive and exploratory experimental projects, cultivate good experimental habits, and integrate into the discussion-type experiment process. Finally, the students’ scientific literacy has been cultivated, the students' innovation consciousness and innovation ability have been improved, and the results of moral cultivation and education have been effectively enhanced.

This study aims to enhance the connection between laboratory safety and student competency while improving the effectiveness of graduate courses on laboratory safety management standards and training. We propose a case-based teaching method centered on laboratory safety knowledge education. Through a comprehensive analysis of the current state of laboratory safety management course instruction, we introduce several practical reform strategies, including enhancing professional relevance, enriching case content, integrating theory with practice, replicating and deepening knowledge, reforming assessment methods, and emphasizing the evaluation of teaching effectiveness. By organically integrating representative cases with course content, case teaching can become more aligned with practical teaching and student experiences. Utilizing a flipped classroom approach, educators can effectively guide students in perceiving, experiencing, and reflecting on safety concepts through implicit teaching methods, thereby fostering the development of sound safety values among students. Accompanying the reforms in teaching and assessment methods, we aim to implement practical education, creating a comprehensive and multidimensional framework for “Laboratory Safety Management Standards and Training” that facilitates case development and instructional practices, ultimately resulting in a practical, effective, and easily replicable teaching model.

This paper builds on practical experience in teaching chemical engineering principles by incorporating cutting-edge research achievements into the curriculum. It outlines the development of specialized experiments, exploratory and discussion-based experiments, and original experiment designs to create rich experimental resources and distinctive courses and textbooks that support the cultivation of innovative talents. By engaging in research-oriented experiments, students can deepen their theoretical understanding of chemical engineering principles, expand their academic horizons in cutting-edge research, and foster a strong interest in scientific inquiry. This approach enhances their independent learning capabilities and improves their innovative abilities.

This paper addresses the deficiencies in the current chemical engineering talent training system by leveraging virtual simulation technology. Guided by the principles of “integration of virtual and real, mutual enhancement, and practicality over mere simulation”, we propose the establishment of an “open” and “one-stop” three-tiered experimental practice platform encompassing “professional teaching, scientific research, and employment practice”. This platform aims to provide a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application through virtual resources, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of simulation-based teaching, boosting comprehensive practical skills, and cultivating versatile application-oriented talents in chemistry and chemical engineering.

Basic chemistry experiments cater to students across various disciplines, including chemistry and related fields. A large number of students from different majors, coupled with a diverse range of instruments and reagents, present laboratory technicians with great challenges in ensuring efficient preparatory work. Scientific and meticulous preparation not only reduces labor intensity and improves work efficiency but also plays a crucial role in supporting experimental teaching and enhancing overall teaching quality. This paper outlines a series of refined strategies implemented in the preparatory work for basic chemistry experiments at Wuhan University, providing specific examples to illustrate the meticulous implementation of these practices for wide application.

Laboratory safety is an important prerequisite for the effective conduct of practical teaching and scientific research activities. At present, the safety accidents of chemical laboratory in China occur frequently, reflecting the safety education was fragmented, superficial, and marginalized. It is imperative to strengthen safety education for laboratory personnel. This paper analyzes the current state of safety education in laboratories and proposes a safety education system based on “teaching-examination linkage” structured around three key components: safety theory instruction, safety practice training, and safety education assessment. This approach facilitates regular, diversified, and whole-process safety education, significantly enhancing students’ safety awareness and competency, fostering a harmonious campus environment, and providing a valuable reference for laboratory safety education in other colleges and universities.

The chemical experiment “Preparation of Ammonium Ferrous Sulfate” generates waste gases, which pose environmental pollution and health risks. This paper explores the greening of this experiment’s teaching by optimizing the reaction system. The open apparatus is transformed into a closed system, allowing for the absorption of exhaust gases, thereby achieving zero emissions and fulfilling green chemistry requirements. The implementation of green teaching in this experiment is significant for stimulating students’ exploratory spirit, enhancing their practical skills, increasing their environmental awareness, and fostering teamwork.

To comprehensively promote the integration of science and education and the reform of chemical experimental teaching, this article introduces the concept of "science, technology and society (STS)" in comprehensive chemical experiments to develop undergraduate experimental teaching through the form of "projects" and taking the experiment of Au nanoparticles as an example. By integrating scientific research methods and technology into undergraduate teaching, the students can master scientific research methods and the latest scientific technologies and acquire their ability of scientific research, finally achieve the sense of achievement in the application of science and technology in society.

To address the gap in undergraduate experimental teaching regarding safe and effective electrophilic fluorination, we have developed a comprehensive chemical experiment focused on the synthesis and characterization of fluorine-containing fine chemical intermediates. The experiment utilizes N-hydroxyphthalimide (NHPI) as a catalyst and 1-chloromethyl-4-fluoro-1,4-diazabicyclo[2.2.2]octane bis(tetrafluoroborate) salt (Selectfluor) as an electrophilic fluorination reagent. This approach enables highly selective electrophilic fluorination of the tetrahydroquinoline aromatic ring under mild conditions, with the product characterized by infrared spectroscopy (IR), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS). The experiment provides a comprehensive training platform for students, enhancing their theoretical understanding and experimental skills in organic synthesis, separation and purification, and structural characterization. It embodies the elements of comprehensiveness, innovation, and practical application, aligning with the development goals of the fine chemical engineering curriculum. Through this experimental module, students gain hands-on experience in the preparation of fluorine-containing fine chemicals, broaden their professional perspectives, and develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a mindset oriented towards scientific research and innovation.

This paper addresses key challenges in traditional laboratory management, including outdated models, inefficient use of experimental equipment and funds, incomplete mechanisms for openness and sharing, inadequate safety management frameworks, and the lack of professional skills among laboratory personnel. It critically examines the limitations of the current management model for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) chemistry laboratories. In the context of the “Internet + TCM” era, the study explores the implementation of a smart laboratory management system, aiming to enhance resource sharing, elevate the management standards of TCM chemistry laboratories in academic institutions, and provide reference strategies for further optimization.

This study presents a comprehensive experimental project in polymer chemistry, centered on polyimide aerogels. The project encompasses the synthesis, structural characterization, mechanical property evaluation, and molecular dynamics simulations of aerogels. Emphasis is placed on the application of interdisciplinary knowledge and innovative experimental design. The educational framework adheres to an “Inspiration-Design-Experiment-Insight” research exploration model. This model begins by igniting students’ interest in research, progresses through the design of experimental plans, proceeds to the execution of experimental procedures, and culminates in the analysis of results and the derivation of insights. The objective is to incrementally deepen students’ understanding of chemistry and polymer science, foster innovation and research interest, and develop scientific thinking and literacy.

In recent years, the updating of inorganic chemistry experimental course content and the multi-dimensional informatization of teaching resources have necessitated urgent reforms in student performance evaluation methods. This paper presents an overview of the development of the inorganic chemistry experimental course at Tianjin University, elucidates the necessity for reforming student performance assessment methods, and summarizes the practical measures and outcomes of these reforms. Additionally, the paper identifies existing shortcomings and offers plans for future improvements, serving as a reference for educators in similar fields.

A comprehensive organic experiment, focusing on the synthesis and photochromic properties of 3,3-diphenyl-3H-benzo[f]chromene (3H-NP), was developed by incorporating Claisen rearrangement, photochemical reactions, and solid-phase synthesis. The product was synthesized using both liquid-phase and solid-phase methods, and the impact of different synthetic approaches on yield was compared. The photochromic properties of the product were investigated using UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy. By integrating the scientific research process into teaching practice, this experiment aims to foster scientific literacy and innovation skills among undergraduate students.

This study introduces an enhanced approach to the undergraduate inorganic chemistry experiment, "Identification of Mineral Drugs", by selecting six mineral drug powders that are visually similar and predominantly white. Innovatively, a blind-box experiment for the identification for mineral drugs was designed, incorporating content determination to augment the experiment. Moreover, the identification methods for certain ions were optimized. This enhancement enables students to appreciate the practical significance of inorganic chemical reactions in the identification and analysis of drugs, significantly bolstering the ability of undergraduates to adeptly apply physical and chemical reaction principles in addressing practical challenges.

With the continuous development of higher education and the significant investment in talent cultivation and technological advancement by the country, the safety management and proper disposal of laboratory waste in universities have become crucial for the construction of environmentally-friendly and secure campus and the sustainable development of human society. This paper categorizes and describes the characteristics of chemical laboratory waste, and analyzes the current issues in waste management and disposal from five perspectives, extensive coverage, high personnel mobility, diverse and complex waste, insufficient safety and environmental awareness, and inadequate management. By taking into account the specific circumstances of schools, colleges, and local enterprises, a closed-loop management and disposal practice model is proposed, which integrates safety and environmental education, experimental planning, implementation of institutional regulations, and efficient information support, aiming to provide a reference for the treatment of laboratory waste.