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NewsCoronavirus: the science behind handwashing
Delve into the chemistry behind the spread of this new virus
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Smartphones modified to detect norovirus
Handheld detection system is sensitive enough to catch just a few particles of norovirus
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Feature
Why you need A-level chemistry to study dentistry
Understanding enamel, fillings and anaesthetics requires chemistry knowledge
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Self-defence classes for our immune system
Andy Extance finds out how vaccines help people fight off germs without getting ill
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Magnificent molecules
Phenolphthalein
A molecule with two very different use: it’s in pH indicators and – laxatives
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Healthy mice start to smell like sick ones
Sniffer mice and chemical analysis suggest that sickness odours are contagious
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Synthetic retina is looking good
New molybdenum disulfide and graphene implant curves with retina – with lesson starter slides
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Mineral filters cut carcinogens in smoked foods
Cutting edge science research with a consumer application
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Resource
Anecdotes: Thomas Midgley
Thomas Midgley, and the discovery of lead additives for petrol and chlorofluorocarbons.
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Anecdotes: Measuring Lead Levels in Hair
Measuring lead levels in hair using atomic absorption spectrometry.
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Magnificent molecules
Acetylcysteine
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