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Gene-edited crops set to arrive in England, but EU remains divided on them
Crops poised to be grown in England but renegotiation of trade agreement with EU could complicate matters
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The young female astronomer who worked out what the sun is made of
100 years ago, Cecilia Payne deduced that the sun is mainly made of hydrogen – but was encouraged to downplay her findings by her PhD supervisor. Mike Sutton takes up the story
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Hibernation awakens interest for drug discovery
With many different species entering torpor for a variety of reasons, scientists are looking to their sleepy secrets for ways to treat human diseases. Anthony King reports
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Benzene’s 200-year legacy of transformation
As we celebrate the anniversary of benzene’s isolation, we must remember that scientific centenaries carry additional agendas
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Most energetic molecule ever made is stable – in liquid nitrogen
Nitrogen allotrope releases double the energy of the most powerful chemical explosives
Unprecedented pentacoordinate oxygen cluster isn’t so new after all
Scientists design a star-shaped dianion only to discover it had probably been synthesised nearly two decades ago
‘Landmark paper’ reveals how environment affects individual catalytic atoms’ activity
Research could improve single-atom catalyst design
Largest aromatic molecule found in deep space is double the size of previous record holder
Portable device detects poisonous pigment in books
Most energetic molecule ever made is stable – in liquid nitrogen
First-generation graduate chemists face challenges throughout their entire academic lifetime
Abundant alkanes become gaseous alkylating agent with flow chemistry
Lotions and perfumes found to affect ‘human oxidation field’ chemistry
An overlooked bonding motif appears in many more proteins than was previously realised
The future of oil refining in the UK
Can plants adapt to be compatible with a lower-carbon environment?
Military demand strains metal supply chains
Conflict and trade disputes have disrupted global supplies of specialist metals like hafnium, antimony and rare earths
Congo’s cobalt conundrum
Hibernation awakens interest for drug discovery
RNA as a replacement for chemical pesticides
US plans to close Chemical Safety Board by October
Sanofi to buy Blueprint Medicines for over $9 billion
Safety is everyone’s responsibility
Crispr Nobel laureates get another chance to claim ownership in long-running patent dispute
The future of oil refining in the UK
Can plants adapt to be compatible with a lower-carbon environment?
If the UK wants growth fuelled by R&D, universities need relief now
The spending review has left universities struggling with deficits with few options but to hope for good news
What the smell of benzene tells us about the world
A philosophical discussion about how much we can trust our senses
Benzene at 200
Celebrating the molecule that changed the world
Benzene’s 200-year legacy of transformation
As we celebrate the anniversary of benzene’s isolation, we must remember that scientific centenaries carry additional agendas
Why I returned the Faraday prize to the Royal Society
Andrea Sella explains how inaction over Elon Musk’s membership motivated him to act
Nurturing socioeconomic inclusion for a brighter tomorrow
Understanding why individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are underrepresented in the chemical sciences
Way’s electric light and flashes of brilliance
The continuing adventures of John Thomas Way under the mercury-powered spotlight
Forensic taphonomy: the chemistry of delivering justice
Join forensic experts on 22 July to discover the chemical processes that occur after death and how they’re revolutionising criminal investigations
Modelling amorphous solid dispersion (ASD) release mechanisms
Learn how thermodynamic modelling and molecular simulation can help our understanding of amorphous solid dispersion
Accelerating chemical synthesis: digital innovations from lab to industrial scale
Explore how digital chemistry is advancing synthetic chemical development and enhancing innovation
In conversation with Melanie Sanford
Join us for an exclusive live interview with renowned chemist Melanie Sanford
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The young female astronomer who worked out what the sun is made of
100 years ago, Cecilia Payne deduced that the sun is mainly made of hydrogen – but was encouraged to downplay her findings by her PhD supervisor. Mike Sutton takes up the story
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Choosing the right mentor
Taking part in a mentoring programme can provide you with the support you need for career success
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Collection of Alan Turing’s papers sells for a record £465,400
Items included a personal letter from his mother and an original copy of his only chemistry paper
Opinion
What the smell of benzene tells us about the world
A philosophical discussion about how much we can trust our senses
Research
Portable device detects poisonous pigment in books
St Andrews librarians and physicists partner to create sensor that can detect the spectrum of toxic green colourant
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We need to build the data that chemistry deserves - here’s how we can do it
Creating a purpose-built repository of standardised reaction data is a tall order, but the reward would be huge
Free energy methods and digital transformation of drug discovery
Synergistic application of AI-based generative chemistry and free energy methods streamlines molecule discovery and optimisation
Accelerating chemical synthesis: digital innovations from lab to industrial scale
Explore how digital chemistry is advancing synthetic chemical development and enhancing innovation
Design of experiments: Smarter methods, better results
Delve into this two part workshop and discover a better way to experiment
How AI is transforming chemistry research
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising everything from workflows to networking - so how can you bring AI into your research practice?
Pittcon: over 75 years of supporting science
The legacy of passion and purpose that makes Pittcon a one-of-a-kind event
Setting new standards for British laboratories
Lab Innovations brings together experts from all corners of the industry
AstraZeneca synthetic chemistry prize winner celebrates ‘culmination of a high-quality academia-industry collaboration’
Ruth Webster from University of Cambridge wins 2024 AstraZeneca prize in synthetic chemistry for her work on iron catalysis
Choosing the right mentor
Taking part in a mentoring programme can provide you with the support you need for career success
First-generation graduate chemists face challenges throughout their entire academic lifetime
Study highlights need for mentorship and more inclusive networks
Nurturing socioeconomic inclusion for a brighter tomorrow
Understanding why individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are underrepresented in the chemical sciences
Careers in science policy
The Stem professionals thriving in careers at the intersection of science and society
The art of failing forward
Can scientific curiosity and pressure to work long hours be balanced with well-being?
Time off for menstruation is a good idea. Period.
Robyn Norton: ‘We needed to make sure that women were included’
Workplace support for menstruation and menopause
How Bathabile Ramalapa is making a place for chemistry in health innovation