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ArticleWhat formulation chemists do
Formulation chemists design, test, develop and manufacture various products, from paints and cosmetics to food. Their work constitutes an essential part of the supply chain
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ArticleWhat’s the stretchiest cheese?
Explore the delicious chemistry of cheesemaking and discover the world’s longest cheese pull
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ArticleJanuary 2025: Use ideas from this issue
Tips for your classroom and teaching from our January 2025 issue
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ArticleWhy does copper jewellery turn your skin green?
Discover the metal’s enduring appeal and engage students with an example of chemistry in action
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ArticleNovember 2024: Use ideas from this issue
Tips for your classroom and teaching from our November 2024 issue
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ArticleWill we run out of elements?
From helium to lithium and more, chemists are developing circular economies to preserve precious elements
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ArticleSeptember 2024: Use ideas from this issue
Ideas for your classroom and teaching from our September 2024 issue
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ArticleWhat’s the world’s strongest glue?
Find out about the world’s stickiest glue and how adhesives bond things together
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ArticleJuly 2024: Use ideas from this issue
Ideas for your classroom and teaching from our July 2024 issue
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ArticleWhy are some plants poisonous to you and your pets?
Dig up the toxic secrets of nature’s blooms
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ArticleMay 2024: Use ideas from this issue
Ideas for your classroom and teaching from our May 2024 issue
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ArticleWhat’s the history and science of tea?
Look into the chemistry in your cup of tea, the global origins of its leaves and why you should add salt
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ArticleMarch 2024: Use ideas from this issue
Ideas for your classroom and teaching from our March 2024 issue
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ArticleWhat laboratory technicians do
Technicians are at the forefront of cutting-edge scientific research and provide vital scientific services
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ArticleWhat analytical chemists do
Analytical chemists measure chemicals in substances, from medicines to crops, often to ensure safety
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ArticleWhat toxicologists do
Find out more about toxicology, including what’s involved, where toxicologists work, and pathways into the profession.
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ArticleHow does washing detergent work?
Discover the chemistry behind bright whites and clean coloured clothes, and the differences between washing powders, liquids and pods
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ArticleJanuary 2024: Use ideas from this issue
Ideas for your classroom and teaching from our January 2024 issue
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ArticleHow do brewers make alcohol-free beer taste good?
Distil the chemical processes used to keep beer’s flavour, smell, colour and stability
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Article‘A rare opportunity’
Dr Judith Skiming talks about her experience of being part of the Leadership mentoring programme and advice she would give to someone who is thinking of applying