A microfluidic electrochemical amplification technique allows for the rapid, sensitive, and quantitative detection of pathogenic DNA

Rapid Diagnostic Tests for Pathogens

Chemical Synthetic Biology
Book covering a dynamic new area of research at the interface of science and engineering is reviewed by S. Brakmann, TU Dortmund

Boiled Eggs: Soft and Hard — Part 2
We examine an egg on its journey from hen to table, including the first in situ monitoring methods, to ensure the perfect breakfast egg

Consumer Attitudes to Climate Change
How attitudes to climate change differ across the world

On the Dot
Recently reported new class of quantum dot has the potential to combine magnetic and optical properties, opening the door for new applications

Wonderlab Comic — I Major in Chemistry
Have you ever found yourself in one of these familiar situations when you tell people you are a chemist?

New Biocides Legislation – Interview with Jukka Malm
Jukka Malm, European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), talks about the upcoming changes to the biocides legislation

Guess the Chemist (4)
Can you guess the famous scientist from the description?

Jack de Bruijn on the Impact and Future of REACH
Jack de Bruijn, European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), talks about REACH, its international impact, its future and public perception

REACH – An Overview
Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) is the European Union chemicals regulation