Chemists have at last observed directly how π electrons interact with anionic species to improve understanding of organic synthesis.

Electronic Chemistry in Action

Detecting Trace Hydrocarbons in Water
A newly-developed device detects low concentrations in water sources suspected of contamination.

Purification of Carbon Nanotube Species
Ultracentifugation has proven to be highly effective in separating by density, electronic and optical characteristics.

Results May Vary – First Quarter Data
The first quarter results show cautious optimism for the chemical industry.

Green Liquid Crystals on Display
Merck KGaA presents green materials for displays, lighting and photovoltaics at SID Display Week in Seattle.

Better Glycosylation Processing
Corporate - academic partnership to create first UPLC glycan database for more accurate and expedient protein glycosylation assessment.

In a Bit of a Bind
X. Zhang and H. Schwarz shed light on the mechanistic aspects of catalytic processes and make a systematic and comprehensive overview possible.

Management Tip: Negotiation
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Looking for Something Explosive?
How to find TNT! A new chemosensor-based approach for the detection of nitrated aromatics gives hope to guide future developments.

D-Ribose: Two Crystal Forms in the Solid State
The β-furanose form of D-ribose – present in countless biomolecules – does not occur in the crystalline compound, but in in two crystal forms.