First assessment of ecological impact of the Fukushima nuclear disaster reveals wildlife was exposed to radiation 100 times safe levels

Impact of Radiation on Wildlife Near Fukushima

Surface Capture of CO2
The capture of CO2 with amine-based solutions could be improved now the role of the gas-solution surface is understood

Protein Trans-splicing
A general ligation technique for peptides and proteins has been developed that allows ligations of more than two pieces in a single reaction batch

Periodic Debate
Mendeleev's Periodic Table is, for many, the symbol of chemistry but is the current layout the best one?

Molecular Visual Illusion
An aromatic ring system reminiscent of M.C. Escher’s Penrose stairs has been created by Japanese researchers

Joint Production Soda Ash Plant in China
Solvay, Belgium, and Tianjin Soda Ash Plant, China, set up a joint production plant in China

Large Oil Discovery in Gulf of Mexico
Potential for more than 700 million barrels of recoverable oil equivalent, one of the largest oil discoveries in the Gulf

More Stable Nanocomposites for Solar Cells
Improved long-term stabilty of solar cells possible with nanoparticle coating that prevents aggregation in nanocomposites

Angewandte Chemie 24/2011: Rapid Acquisition Yet High Quality
An overview of the latest issue of Angewandte Chemie

Making Plastic From Coffee
Renewable starting materials based on quinic acid from coffee beans can be used to synthesize polycarbonates