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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
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OpinionAs a first-generation student, I didn’t have a clue what I was doing
And that brought challenges and unexpected opportunites
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NewsRoyal Society asks for help as it unveils interactive UK map charting memorialisation of women in science
Locations, landmarks and monuments dotted throughout the UK highlight the contributions of women
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NewsThe need for science diplomacy in a fragmenting world
After receiving a US science diplomacy prize, Chemistry World talks to Martyn Poliakoff and Richard Catlow about global scientific challenges, their love of technicians and being astounded by children’s questions
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News‘Ukrainians are a strong nation – we persevere’: Four years on scientists remain resilient in face of adversity
Researchers in Ukraine hold on to hope and plan for a future after the war ends
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PuzzleChemistry wordoku #130
You may want to hold your breath while you complete this sudoku-inspired puzzle
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #121
Caught doing crosswords at work? ’Gather cake mix for boss (4, 6)’!