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13th Helsinki Chemicals Forum (HCF)

Anti-Cancer Proteins Protected by Nanobrushes
Inserting active agents into tumor cells using antibodies

Acidity of Individual Hydroxyl Groups Probed
Atomic force microscopy used for assessing proton affinity

150th Birthday: Victor Grignard
French chemist known for Grignard reagents and the C–C bond-forming Grignard reaction

Stabilization of a Borafluorene Anion with Carbenes
New anionic polycyclic organoborane compound

Lignocellulose-Degrading Enzyme Found in Fungus
Better digestibility of agricultural waste for the sustainable production of fuels and chemicals

Experiences from Searching for Fraud in Science
"Summa cum fraude" – Scientific misconduct and the attempt of a counteroffensive by the German Research Foundation (DFG)

60th Birthday: Martin Muhler
Catalysis researcher and former Chairman of the German Catalysis Society (GeCatS)

Smart Glasses: Tool or Toy? – Part 1
Latest research into laboratory applications for smart glasses

Comparing COVID-19 Vaccines
Comparing vector vaccines based on adenoviruses and mRNA vaccines