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Fritz Ullmann and the Ullmann’s Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry
A pioneering chemist, Fritz Ullmann advanced copper-catalyzed reactions and created the renowned Ullmann’s Encyclopedia, shaping industrial chemistry for generations
200th Birthday of Emil Erlenmeyer
Why is a glass vessel with a narrow neck (narrow-neck flask) or a wider neck (wide-neck flask) called an Erlenmeyer flask?
Who Was Wolfgang Ernst Pauli?
The Nobel Laueate Wolfgang Pauli was born 125 years ago, on April 25, 1900, in Vienna, Austria, and is considered one of the most significant physicists of the 20th century
🐣 Coloring Easter Eggs Naturally
Dyeing Easter Eggs with vegetables, spices, and herbs
Bridging Science and Opportunity: The Young Section of the Polish Chemical Society
The Young Section of the PCS supports emerging scientists by offering platforms for collaboration, professional growth, and international representation
10 Ways to Lose Your Research Data
All cases are real-life verified & foolproof
Breaking Barriers in Chemistry: The Vision and Influence of Ida Freund
Ida Freund was a pioneering chemistry educator and women's rights advocate known for her innovative and engaging teaching methods
Curiosity Drives Scientific Observations
Albertus Magnus (c. 1200–1280) was a medieval naturalist and polymath who aimed to fully understand the knowledge of his time and present it clearly in textbooks
What is Fentanyl?
Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid used for pain relief in medical settings but is also widely abused
What Will Happen with the Marie Curie Pavillon des Sources in Paris?
The Marie Curie pavillon has been saved from demolition, but are the new plans a final decision? Many hope not
Give the Gift of Chemistry This Valentine’s Day
Why not add a little chemistry to your gifts? Here are some ideas for unique and meaningful Valentine gifts
Joseph Priestley And the Discovery of Oxygen in 1774
Priestley's great discoveries, including oxygen and other gases, electricity, and soda water, as well as his holding on to old chemical beliefs
How Ozempic Works: (Bio)Chemical Perspectives on Weight Loss Drugs
The science behind the hype: How do they work?, How are they made?, How safe are they?, and could they really be a panacea for the “obesity epidemic”?
Alice Ball: First Injectable Leprosy Treatment
The first woman and African American to earn a master’s degree in chemistry from the University of Hawaii, USA
1️⃣2️⃣Who Was the First to Synthesize Insulin?
Check out the answer to today's entry in the Chemistry Advent Calendar: Guess the Houses and Molecules—discover who synthesized iconic molecules 🧪
1️⃣1️⃣Which Famous Alchemist Lived in This House in Basel, Switzerland?
Check out the answer to today's entry in the Chemistry Advent Calendar: Guess the Houses and Molecules—discover where famous chemists lived 🏠
9️⃣Who Was the First to Synthesize Methamphetamine?
Check out the answer to today's entry in the Chemistry Advent Calendar: Guess the Houses and Molecules—discover who synthesized iconic molecules 🧪
7️⃣Which Early Chemistry Pioneer Lived in This House?
Check out the answer to today's entry in the Chemistry Advent Calendar: Guess the Houses and Molecules—discover where famous chemists lived 🏠
6️⃣Who Was the First to Synthesize This Molecule?
Check out the answer to today's entry in the Chemistry Advent Calendar: Guess the Houses and Molecules—discover who synthesized iconic molecules 🧪