Yanke Prins

I am an enthusiastic BSc (Hons) Chemistry Graduate seeking a laboratory position that will allow me to indulge new information and to broaden my expertise. I am an entry-level chemist with experience in multi-step synthesis of chemical products and data analysis. Familiar with the operation of analytical instruments like, UV/VIS Spectroscopy, FTIR Spectroscopy and GC.

I have experience as a Junior Chemist at FLSmidth were I learned to do sample preparation and the standard operation of a XRF machine. I also worked for West Point Processors as a Quality Controller were I learned HACCP procedures and standards and quality testing of fishmeal and fish oil.

BSc Honours: Chemistry, University of Stellenbosch (2021)

• Modules: Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry
• Thesis title: “Heterogeneous Catalysts for Oxidation Reactions using Porous Organic

Polymers (POPs) as Support”

• Supervisor: Prof. S.F. Mapolie

BSc: Chemical Biology, University of Stellenbosch (2018-2020)

• 1st Year: Modules - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Science in contest
• 2nd Year: Modules - Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Computer skills
• 3rd Year: Modules - Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Computer skills