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Jim Parise Jr.

Associate Professor of the Practice of Chemistry
Chemistry
1104 French Science Center, Box 90346, Durham, NC 27708
124 Science Dr Box 90346, 1104 French Family Science Center, Durham, NC 27708

Overview


Jim Parise a chemical educator who specializes in helping students succeed in introductory and organic chemistry courses. Over the years he has also trained and mentored new instructors, developed auxiliary courses to supplement student preparation, and developed and incorporated learning technologies into large lecture courses, such as the Lightboard.

With Prof. Marc Loudon (Purdue University), he is the co-author of Organic Chemistry, 7th edition, Macmillan Publishers, a widely used First Year/Sophomore-level organic chemistry textbook. He has also authored and co-authored laboratory manuals, and a peer-reviewed book chapter on writing in the laboratory.

In addition to teaching general and organic chemistry, he has also taught various chemistry laboratories, and a course in the chemistry of fermentation and distillation.

Some of his latest efforts have been aimed at developing and implementing programs designed to support the retention and success of underrepresented groups, specifically women, ethnic minorities, and first-generation college students, in STEM fields.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Associate Professor of the Practice of Chemistry · 2022 - Present Chemistry, Trinity College of Arts & Sciences

In the News


Published August 1, 2021
Welcome New Faculty
Published May 21, 2021
Shilts-Leonard Teaching Award, College of Science, University of Notre Dame

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Recent Publications


Organic Chemistry

Book · January 15, 2021 The 7th edition has been rigorously updated and continues to be a trusted reference for instructors, with the most up-to-date research and the highest standard of accuracy. ... Cite

Using iPads, notability, and onenote to replace the chalkboard in the lecture hall and to deliver content to students remotely

Conference · August 18, 2020 Traditionally, organic chemistry lecture notes are dictated to students while writing on the chalkboard in large lecture halls. Writing on the chalkboard has practical limitations, including limited visibility, wasted class time spent erasing the boards, a ... Full text Link to item Cite

Organic Chemistry Study Guide and Solutions

Book · July 1, 2015 Parise and Loudon's Study Guide and Solutions Manual offers the following learning aids: * Links that provide hints for study, approaches to problem solving, and additional explanations of challenging topics; * Further Explorations that ... ... Cite
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Education, Training & Certifications


Duke University · 2007 Ph.D.

External Links


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