Complex γ-lactams made from cheap and simple starting materials by multicomponent reaction and subsequent N-functionalization

A scorpion-like fluorescent triazole allows sensitive detection of copper and mercury in sea samples from Sydney Harbour

Compounds with both triazole and halogen functionalities formed by Cu catalysis with environmentally benign reducing agent

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

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

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

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

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

Seashell repaired in vitro by growth of biominerals in insoluble organic framework

Join to explore one of Earth’s most critical resources and the attempt to break the record for the biggest scientific experiment ever