In focus – Page 14
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FeatureGlass for generations
Josh Howgego finds out how converting radioactive waste into novel glass materials could be a safe, secure way to deal with the legacy of nuclear power stations
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FeaturePaper conservation
History is written on paper and chemistry is at the heart of paper conservation
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The MoleTrade secrets... Skateboarding
Secrets of the trade: Jonathan Hare investigates how chemistry revolutionised the sport
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The MoleCoprolites
Information hidden in fossils – Philip Robinson finds out what dinosaurs ate for dinner
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The MoleUsing chemistry to turn ‘water’ into ‘wine’
Learn how iron(III) oxide and potassium thiocyanate can be used to turn ‘water’ into ‘wine’, and try a similar experiment yourself using household ingredients.
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FeatureBeating HIV with a nanosized stick
Nina Notman finds out how scientists at the University of Liverpool use nanomedicine to aid the successful treatment of HIV
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FeatureIt's not all about fuel
Biofineries produce heat, power and a plethora of useful 'platform chemicals'. Are they part of the solution to our renewable energy woes? Josh Howgego finds out
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The MoleJess Ham: Winner of the Bill Bryson Prize 2012
Philip Robinson talks to the creator of comic chemistry cartoons
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The MoleSniffing out an explanation
It’s strange to think that no one knows exactly how smell works. Josh Howgego explains the chemistry behind the puzzle
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The MoleBreaking Bad IV – can a little crystal blow up a room?
On screen chemistry with Jonathan Hare
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SoundbiteLiquid nitrogen cocktails
Laura Howes takes a look at some cocktails that have been making the news
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The MoleTasty chemistry
Josh Howgego discovers the chemistry of food with Peter Barham, the scientist–cook who trains world-class chefs
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SoundbiteBenzo Fury
Simon Cotton takes a look at those compounds that find themselves in the news or relate to our everyday lives.