Inspections found banned chemicals, such as perfluorononyl dimethicone and D4/D5 siloxanes, in cosmetics like eyeliners, lipliners, and hair conditioners

Hazardous Chemicals Found in European Cosmetics

Insights into Forensic Police Work
The Director of the Forensic Police Service in Rome discusses the challenges of forensic work, adapting to new techniques, and the TV portrayal of investigations

Bubbling Halloween Pumpkin
A perfect kitchen experiment for young kids and fun for all ages!

It Begins with My Own Questions
Gabriella Greison on how to engage the general public with quantum physics, filling entire theaters, how she chooses her topics, and what is essential in effective science communication

Photo Competition 2024 – The Winners
The best photos of the "Vibrant Chemistry" competition – thank you to all participants!

Connecting Minds and Stimulating Ideas for Future Progress
The huge National Conference of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) in Milan covered a wide range of topics from chemistry, but also from ethics to music, film, and visual arts – some highlights

Stamp for the 150th Birthday of Carl Bosch
A German stamp celebrates the 150. birthday of one of the most influential industrialists of the 20th century

Chemistry & Dyes
A collection of articles on the chemistry of dyes and the historical development of dyes

16 Must-See Places Around the World for Chemists
Places around the world that we think are exciting for chemists to visit

Guess the Places Behind These Element Names
Do you know the places after which various chemical elements were named?