C. E. Düllmann, GSI Darmstadt, gives insight into the chemistry of short-lived, superheavy atoms

The Chemistry of Superheavy Elements

Studying Superheavy Elements
M. Block, GSI Darmstadt, gives an insight into the physics of short-lived, superheavy atoms

Safe Reactions with Dangerous Gases
Troels Skrydstrup, Aarhus University, Denmark, talks about his work in organic synthesis and why Denmark is a great place to do research

Bilingual Molecule Begins to Talk
Peptide nucleic acid (PNA) combines two biological information systems

How Endangered Orchids Trick Wasps
Deceptive orchids mimic the sex pheromones of the female insect to attract male pollinators

Winning Element Videos
Announcing the winners of the competition and speaking with the contest participants about their experiences

Guess the Chemist (96)
Can you guess the famous scientist from the description?

Searching for Christmas Presents?
Editors recommend science-themed holiday gift ideas

Periodic Table of the Elements Coloring Book
An interactive introduction to the building blocks of matter for children of all ages

CO2 Extinguishes Candle
Extinguishing a candle with baking powder and vinegar