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Chemistry World January 7, 2011 Jon Cartright |
New molecule could propel rockets The largest nitrogen oxide molecule discovered to date could function as a rocket propellant, according to chemists in Sweden who have synthesised it for the first time.  |
Chemistry World January 7, 2011 Russell Johnson |
Sticky hydrogels make resilient wound dressings An adhesive material made from a hydrogel filled with nanoparticles could lead to wound dressings that won't fall off when you sweat.  |
Chemistry World January 7, 2011 Jennifer Newton |
Microfluidic pinball A device to deposit polymer layers on oil droplets has been made by researchers from Singapore, who say that their design is faster and more efficient than conventional deposition techniques and uses microfluidics.  |
BusinessWeek January 6, 2011 Caroline Winter |
Innovator: George Huber The chemical engineer has developed a process for creating high-value chemicals out of little more than sawdust and cornstalks.  |
Chemistry World January 2011 |
Elements of inspiration Unerring in her enquiry and not afraid of hard work, Marie Curie set a shining example for generations of scientists. Bill Griffiths explores the life of a chemical heroine  |
Chemistry World January 2011 |
Critical thinking The west relies on China to supply rare earths, but as China's domestic demand grows, alternatives are desperately required. As our supply of some essential elements dries up, it's time to start urban mining.  |
Chemistry World January 2011 |
Column: In the pipeline Some medicinal chemists can't get enough fluorines in their molecules. The love-hate relationship is explained.  |
Chemistry World January 2011 |
Column: The crucible Dutch Nobel laureate Peter Debye has been branded a Nazi collaborator, but the historical facts may permit several interpretations  |
Chemistry World January 2011 Paul Docherty |
Column: Totally Synthetic Although the story is incomplete, the target is a worthy challenge - leiodolides A and B have powerful activity and selectivity against NI60 tumour cells, and may lead to therapeutic agents.  |
Chemistry World January 2011 |
My hero: The greatest influences of chemistry Nobel laureates Harry Kroto was one of three recipients to share the 1996 Nobel prize in chemistry for the discovery of fullerenes (buckyballs) and he offers his opinion of Sir John (Kappa) Cornforth.  |
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