The magnetic interactions responsible for superconductivity may lie with next-nearest-neighbor rather than in adjacent atoms

Superconductivity From Afar

Supercapacitance from Seaweed
Blending the capacitance of seaweed with the conduction of carbon nanotubes gives enhanced performance of supercapacitor electrodes

A Reason to Eat Chocolate
Polyphenols found in chocolate shown to lower levels of “bad” cholesterol while increasing production of heart-healthy cholesterol

IYC Postage Stamp Central
Many countries and postal authorities will join in the celebrations of IYC by issuing postage stamps related to chemistry

Global Stamp Competition
Design a national stamp reflecting on chemistry as a Cultural Enterprise – student competition with different age categories

How to Repair a Seashell
Seashell repaired in vitro by growth of biominerals in insoluble organic framework

Global Experiment: Water – A Chemical Solution
Join to explore one of Earth’s most critical resources and the attempt to break the record for the biggest scientific experiment ever

Action on Commodities and Raw Materials
Cefic statement on EU Commission Communication on Commodities and Raw Materials

X-Ray Image of Intact Virus
Imaging intact virus and a membrane structure possible with intensive and ultra-short X-ray pulses from free electron laser

Nickel-Catalyzed Suzuki–Miyaura
Coupling reactions in which palladium is replaced with cheaper nickel complexes can now be done at room temperature