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FeatureFritz Strassmann: the principled chemist who discovered nuclear fission
Analytical chemist Friedrich Strassmann played a crucial role in discovering nuclear fission with Otto Hahn and Lise Meitner, but his principled opposition to Nazi ideology nearly destroyed his career. His story of scientific rigour and moral courage deserves greater recognition
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NewsPhysicist's piezoelectric pirouettes claims top spot at this year’s Dance your PhD competition
Contemporary dance explains why some materials generate electricity under stress
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #124
‘Close attachment to bedroom attire? (7)’ Then you can do this cryptic chemistry crossword in your pyjamas
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PuzzleChemistry wordoku #133
The word hidden in this sudoku-style puzzle solution is simply out of this world!
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NewsIg Nobel prize ceremony set to move from ‘unsafe’ US to Europe indefinitely
Issues with visas for attendees has led to the satirical award moving from its home at Harvard University
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PuzzleChemistry wordoku #132
Find the French chemist’s elemental surname in this sudoku-style puzzle
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #123
If you can handle this cryptic chemistry crossword, maybe try your hand at becoming a ’physical chemist juggling oranges (7)’
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OpinionHow sketching and painting have enhanced my scientific practice
A visual approach to chemistry aids discovery and communication
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CareersHow Thuc-Quyen Nguyen’s dreams of capturing the sun led her to organic electronics
Organic solar cell windows will enable the buildings of the future to be energy-neutral, she says
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OpinionLetters: March 2026
Readers discuss the long-lasting effects of sabotage, a mix-up of Maxes, and how PFAS regulations might affect inhalers
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #122
We hope this cryptic chemistry crossword doesn’t leave you with a ’vulgar bottom! (4)’
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NewsRecord-breaking chemistry experiments: from giant crystals to lemon batteries
School science staples that have set Guinness World Records
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OpinionHarrison’s bimetallic strip and the problems with temperature control
Making thermostats possible – now we need to learn how to use them correctly
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CareersFinding a home in the workshop
Departmental workshops provide support for researchers in more ways than one
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NewsNational scientific organisations consistently underrepresent women within their membership
Change is happening slowly but institutional processes continue to stymie the progression of women
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OpinionIs that a fact, or your opinion?
When experts are sidelined or undermined, the truth needs all the allies it can get
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OpinionChemistry has always been women’s business
Female chemists played essential roles in developing chemical practice