The crucible

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  • Opinion

    Sensory thinking

    1 April 2012

    Chemistry could benefit from getting more touchy-feely

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    Column: The crucible

    23 February 2012

    Philip Ball takes a critical look at the science behind an anti-ageing cream and discovers there's some truth in its sugar-coated claims

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    Column: The crucible

    27 January 2012

    To understand the chemical choreography of the cell, we must acknowledge the bustling biomolecular ballroom in which it takes place, says Philip Ball

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    Column: The crucible

    22 December 2011

    Philip Ball considers some research that's making a meal of science

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    Column: The crucible

    28 November 2011

    Philip Ball admires the artistry of contemporary science buildings and a few old masters too

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    Column: The crucible

    26 October 2011

    Political party conferences are not noted for taking much interest in science, says Philip Ball

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    Column: The crucible

    29 September 2011

    Were you aware of Salt Awareness week? Me neither, admits Philip Ball

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    Column: The crucible

    26 August 2011

    In the art world, chemistry continues to be a rich stimulus to the imagination, says Philip Ball

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    Column: The crucible

    28 July 2011

    Philip Ball wonders to what extent molecular structures are metaphorical

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    Column: The crucible

    30 June 2011

    How principled was William Morris? Philip Ball examines the evidence