Category Archives: Highlights

Alexander Shulgin’s research on psychoactive drugs shows how molecules can take on a life of their own once they leave the lab.

Particle physicists seek international collaboration as domestic funding faces uncertain future.

A living cell that uses artificial bases in its DNA heralds a profound development for chemistry, says Mark Peplow.

Photovoltaic cells made from perovskite materials have rapidly become one of the hottest areas in energy research over the past few years. But most of these materials have included the toxic metal lead, raising concerns about their environmental impact.

Drug formulations that use nanoparticles to target and dispense therapeutic agents are making an impact in the clinic.

Shifts in use between petrol and ethanol in São Paulo’s cars creates unique atmospheric chemistry experiment.

Shale gas will do little to improve the competitiveness of Europe’s chemical industry, argues Mark Peplow.

Phil Baran is spurring organic chemists to rethink how they make complex compounds, as Mark Peplow discovers.

Stronger links sought with Oxford and Cambridge to draw in venture capital and big pharma.

A technique that can follow the progress of topical drugs as they penetrate skin could help to improve formulations, avoid drug wastage and reduce the risk of overdoses.