News & analysis – Page 12
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NewsCastable polymers made from castor beans could replace conventional plastics
Super-tough materials derived from inedible plants are lightweight, renewable and strong enough to use in vehicles
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NewsChallenges for practical science teaching highlighted by new report
Pressures on schools and teachers are sidelining lab time for students
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NewsPoor literacy skills hold disadvantaged students back in science
Reading skills are crucial for closing the attainment gap according to a new report
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NewsLemony chicken and a series of fortunate flavours
Citrus-flavoured sulfur compound found in fried chicken could replace unstable natural lemon aroma
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NewsLithium could hold key to sustainable ammonia synthesis
Cycling strategy leads to massive efficiency boost
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NewsChemistry A-level results are out
The first cohort of the new A-levels in England received results along with an endorsement for practical work
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NewsResponsive nanoparticles target sight-stealing fungus
Eye drop tricks fungal eye infection into self-destruction
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AnalysisAre corrosive substances in your school safe?
Chemicals supply is under scrutiny following rising numbers of acid attacks
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AnalysisWhy participate in CREST awards?
We find out how and why schools take part in this investigative project scheme
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NewsSun shines for iron catalyst to convert carbon dioxide to methane
Step on the road to sustainable fuel production as iron–porphyrin catalyst comes through under mild conditions
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NewsFloating graphene cooks up clean water
Graphene aerogel converts sunlight into heat to produce water vapour at room temperature
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News’Gas marbles’ surprise with their strength
Robust bubbles of gas encapsulated in a microsphere–liquid shell could trap gases
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NewsPurest silicon sphere ever created will redefine the kilogram
Largest impurity is copper taking the place of one silicon atom in every three billion
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NewsBismuth drug structure solved
After over three centuries of mystery, the structure of bismuth subgallate has finally been uncovered
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NewsUniversities ranked by teaching excellence
The first picture of performance against Teaching Excellence Framework criteria in the higher education sector has been announced
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NewsRSC prizes in chemistry education
The Royal Society of Chemistry has announced the winners of its 2017 awards for chemistry education
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News15-minute test catches out flu virus
A cheap, portable setup to detect influenza viruses could help clinicians prescribe the right drugs
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NewsWho says wooden windows wouldn't work?
Scientists in China have turned wood into a transparent material that could be used as a replacement for glass in energy efficient buildings
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