All Columns articles – Page 42
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OpinionToxicity is a hazardous waste
We must teach students how to avoid environmental impact rather than accept itas an inherent part of chemistry, argues John Warner
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OpinionDrugs don’t grow on trees
The trope of companies profiteering from academic discoveries doesn’t bear much scrutiny, says Derek Lowe
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OpinionSticky situations
Ali Bouzari reveals how mastering the science of stickiness can improve flavours or ease food preparation
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OpinionForged in righteous flames
Could the debate over pharma price-gouging have positive results for both patients and companies?
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Opinion
Store with care
Chemists need to get their own house (or lab cupboard) in order and new electronic inventories are just the ticket
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OpinionDead in the water
A healthy sense of hydrophobia is a useful trait in the plant, says Chemjobber
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OpinionSafety first?
Avoiding the inevitable risks of practical science could have unwanted effects over time
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OpinionThe toxic tale of the Flint water crisis
The city’s dilemma highlights serious regulatory failings but demonstrates the empowerment offered by citizen science, explains Mark Peplow
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OpinionFlashback: 1996 – GM tomatoes
Zeneca brought puree from genetically modified tomatoes onto UK supermarket shelves
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OpinionMinsky’s microscope
Following the death of Marvin Minsky, Andrea Sella sheds light on how confocal microscopy transformed imaging techniques
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OpinionPride comes before a fall
In labs it’s important not to let familiarity breed complacency, says Derek Lowe
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OpinionThank you for smoking
Smoking foods may have its roots in preservation, but its chemistry can produce a range of delicious tastes, says Ali Bouzari
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