All articles by Katrina Krämer – Page 28
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ResearchAnion confounds expectations with its electron-loving nature
A boron cluster is the first example of a dipole-distinguishing electrophilic anion
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ResearchHydrogens squeezed into record-breaking proximity
Shortest van der Waals interaction beats previous record holder by 0.051Å
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ResearchShortest double-walled nanotube made
Cyclic aromatic compounds assembled into Russian doll complexes expand menagerie of curious carbon structures
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ResearchSpongy metal energises lithium–oxygen batteries
An ultra-light nickel cathode boosts performance and lifetime of promising battery technology
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NewsEU regulation to curb trade in conflict minerals
Companies importing metals from countries affected by violence and exploitation will have to audit their supply chain
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ResearchHypothetical molecule might take wing in bird geometry
Yet-to-be-synthesised iodabenzene could be stabilised by functional groups that support a bird-shaped isomer
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ResearchSnowflake symmetry mirrors ice crystals’ molecular structure
Water molecules arranged in hexagonal shape grow into six-sided snowflakes due to kinetic control
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ResearchFloating graphene cooks up clean water
Graphene aerogel converts sunlight into heat to produce water vapour at room temperature
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NewsUK crops at risk if EU pesticide ban expanded
Agricultural research institute calls for unbiased research on pesticides linked to bee decline
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ResearchDeuteration of classic origin of life experiment throws up surprises
Replay of iconic Miller–Urey work with heavier hydrogen isotope produces unexpected compounds
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NewsFrench scientists relieved by centrist Macron’s victory
Run-off election sees far-right candidate beaten by pro-EU one
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ResearchSweet scent of roses allows unsafe water to be sniffed out
Sensor allows olfactory detection of bacteria in drinking water
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ResearchHumans influence soil chemistry from beyond the grave
Chemical elements can reveal where bodies decomposed even after flesh and bones are long gone
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ResearchCatalyst puts chiral twist on phosphorus drugs
Simple molecule overcomes headache of phosphorus stereochemistry in antiviral drug synthesis
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ResearchChiral nanospirals put polymers in a spin
Spontaneous structures self-assemble inside hexagonal templates
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PodcastMOFs: Metal–organic frameworks
Katrina Krämer examines these extremely versatile materials and speaks to MOF pioneer Omar Yaghi
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ResearchCarbon puts new nanostructure under its belt
Nanobelt synthesised more than 60 years after it was first proposed
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ResearchVelcro-inspired fibres may make spacecraft stronger
Silicon carbide fuzz could be woven into ultra-strong but lightweight materials
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ResearchHeaviest +4 ion on the periodic table stabilised
A berkelium(IV) ion has been made under mild conditions using an iron carrier molecule
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NewsUK needs ‘updated list of experts’ for chemical and nuclear emergencies
MPs are concerned the country may not have enough scientific advisors to help deal with a disaster