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Sparkler Burns in Raw Egg
A cool Easter experiment and a bit of chemistry to go with it
Creating New Molecules: Research and Entrepreneurship
Peter Bäuerle on his research journey, including molecule design to product development, success factors in chemistry, and anticipated field changes
Make Chemistry Exciting (Video in German)
Alfred Flint on how he develops his experiments, what it takes to get students excited and curiuos about chemistry, and what fascinates him about chemistry
What Is Honey? Why Does It Solidify?
The short video explains chemistry's role in honey formation and crystallization
A Chemist Sould Be Curious, Persistent, and Respectful of Nature
Thomas Fässler on his research, what makes a good scientist, and how he encourages his students to think critically and push the boundaries of knowledge
Invisible Ink – Chemistry with Young Children
The brief video shows and explains the chemistry behind the browning of lemon juice upon heating, thereby revealing a secret message
Rethinking Chemistry – Talking with Presidents of Chemical Societies
Compilation of statements by Presidents of chemical societies (ACS, GÖCH, RACI, RSC, SCI) on the GDCh's motto "Rethinking Chemistry"
The Italian Chemical Society (SCI)
The video gives a brief introduction to the work of the society and the values of chemistry as a whole
Empowering and Supporting Everybody
Members of the Women In Supramolecular Chemistry (WISC) network about recent activities and personal motivations
Curiosity And Passion Drive Research
Oliver Trapp on his research, creativity, motivation, and promoting young talent
What is Concrete? What is Cement?
Concrete is the most commonly used building material today. What is it made of?
How Do Oxygen Masks on Airplanes Work?
The short video explains where the oxygen comes from and how it is released
To See Young People Growing
Bert Meijer about the training of Ph.D. students, parallels between footballers and chemists, communicating with the general public, and his work, which is also a hobby
New Stuff Always Happens at the Interface
Claudia Felser on Heusler compounds, topological quantum chemistry, supporting schoolkids, in particular girls, her career path
Hazard is a Design Flaw
Pioneers of the concept of green chemistry, Paul Anastas and John C. Warner, on how the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry came about, why it is still so difficult to fulfill them, and why both are positive about the future
How Does a Lighter Work?
The short video explains how a flame is created in a lighter
High-Risk, High-Reward Research Projects
Andres Jäschke, University of Heidelberg, on working on super high-risk projects and how to deal with failure and unsuccessful experiments in research
Considering the Computer as a Partner in the Discovery Process
Gisbert Schneider, Direktor Singapore-ETH Center, on perseverance in research, the power of the ignorant creativity of the youth, scaffold-hopping and frequent hitter
Connecting and Empowering Early-Career Chemists
Dr. João Borges on his work with chemical societies