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PodcastTwo states of water & science sleuths
In this episode, we discuss the two-state model of water, how science sleuths are fighting disinformation, and hear the latest headlines.
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #127
Can you find the ’Terribly truncated agent (9)’ in this cryptic chemistry crossword?
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PuzzleChemistry wordoku #136
Look for the lanthanide hidden in this letter-based, sudoku-style puzzle
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CareersHow company presentations can be made relevant
Advice on how to engage with your audience and achieve your communication goals
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CareersHow to be a science sleuth
Research integrity experts share their tips for spotting and reporting fraudulent papers
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #126
This cryptic chemistry crossword is ’Clear to tempt you just a little (5)’
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OpinionSteve Liddle: ‘Try and do something different to what everyone else is doing’
The organometallic chemist on working with the f-elements, following your instinct and remaining grounded
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ResearchBreaking bonds and bringing disciplines together to replace one of chemistry’s most controversial molecules
Rebecca Trager meets an organic chemist catalysing the search for BPA replacements by connecting synthetic chemists, data scientists, toxicologists and polymer chemists
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OpinionTraffic jams in the chemical plant
What happens between a big order coming in and going out?
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #125
Completing this cryptic chemistry crossword has sent ’our ape over the moon (6)’
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FeatureFritz Strassmann: the principled chemist who discovered nuclear fission
Analytical chemist Friedrich Strassmann played a crucial role in discovering nuclear fission with Otto Hahn and Lise Meitner, but his principled opposition to Nazi ideology nearly destroyed his career. His story of scientific rigour and moral courage deserves greater recognition
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NewsPhysicist's piezoelectric pirouettes claims top spot at this year’s Dance your PhD competition
Contemporary dance explains why some materials generate electricity under stress
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PuzzleCryptic chemistry crossword #124
‘Close attachment to bedroom attire? (7)’ Then you can do this cryptic chemistry crossword in your pyjamas
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PuzzleChemistry wordoku #133
The word hidden in this sudoku-style puzzle solution is simply out of this world!
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NewsIg Nobel prize ceremony set to move from ‘unsafe’ US to Europe indefinitely
Issues with visas for attendees has led to the satirical award moving from its home at Harvard University
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PuzzleChemistry wordoku #132
Find the French chemist’s elemental surname in this sudoku-style puzzle