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A new year brings honours for our community

After another challenging year, in which scientists have continued to distinguish themselves – not least in the ongoing international fight against CO

A positive future for talking about chemistry

David Phillips comments on our public attitudes to chemistry research, and says that a first step in influencing attitudes towards chemistry will be f

A positive side to ozone depletion?

Wearing sunscreen at all times when exposed could starve the body of vitamins which protect against various diseases, claim Edinburgh based scientists

A reflective journey

Samia El-Ali, senior subject leader in science and head of chemistry at Claremont High School Academy, explores her experience of becoming a Chartered

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A rough guide to COP29

COP29, this year’s UN climate summit, will bring together world leaders and climate experts to continue driving forward global climate action.

A sense of belonging in the chemical sciences

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A successful Chemistry Week at Sir Jonathan North Girls’ College

Chemistry Week 2021 – Staff at Sir Jonathan North Girls’ College ran a series of activities for pupils during Chemistry Week.

A summer of chemistry

Our education coordinators keep us involved in communities throughout the UK and Ireland, all year around. Here's a round-up of their spectacular summ

A tale of dragons and fire

The next in our series on journal cover artwork is a special one for Chinese New Year. Author Andy Lau, of Shantou University Medical College, and Jun

A taste for chemistry

Over 90 Year 9 and 10 students from 16 schools in London, Kent and Hertfordshire attended the Royal Society of Chemistry sponsored university taster d

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A time for action

Dr Patricia Fara, science historian at the University of Cambridge, uncovers the story of women’s hidden battle on the home front.

A video for every element

Sir Martyn Poliakoff is an iconic figure in the world of chemistry – perhaps most recognisable from his role in the YouTube phenomenon The Periodic Ta

A vision for science culture

Today, we’re launching our vision for a great science culture. The vision builds on in-depth engagement with the chemical sciences community and sets

A vision for science culture

We envision a science culture that supports an open, inclusive and enabling community for the benefit of everyone.

A year as Wikimedian in Residence

Andy Mabbett reflects on his year as our Wikimedian in Residence.

A-levels results show chemistry on the rise

Today is the day that thousands of pupils in England, Wales and Northern Ireland find out how they performed in their A-level exams. Here's our analys

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Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

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