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How Does a Fire Extinguisher Work?
This short video explains the chemistry behind fire extinguishers, including why CO2 puts out flames, and why water is a bad idea for extinguishing oil fires
Making Science Fun Also for the General Public
David A. Leigh, UK, about his research, the link between magic and science, chemistry communication in an age of misinformation, his personal journey, inspiring teachers, and his desire to learn more languages
Convergent Path to Bicyclic Boronates
The news covering the work of Peter H. Seeberger, John J. Molloy, and colleagues in Germany was popular last week
Bubbling Halloween Pumpkin
A perfect kitchen experiment for young kids and fun for all ages!
Building on a Broad Global Professional Network
Torsten John about his research, new role as Assistant Professor, experiences from international research stays, and involvement in young chemists's groups
Figure-Eight Twisting of Planar Aromatic Compounds
The news covering the work by Norihito Fukui, Nagoya University, Japan, and Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), Kawaguchi, and colleagues was popular last week
First Si=B Analogue of a Vinyl Halide
Takeaki Iwamoto, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan, and colleagues aimed to develop a new strategy to form Si=B double bonds
Larry E. Overman: EurJOC-Lives in Chemistry Virtual Symposium
Highlighting Larry E. Overman's outstanding contributions and celebrating his autobiography's launch with talks by former group members Martin Oestreich and Nobel Prize winner David MacMillan
Listen to Your Coworkers
Rainer Herges discusses the start of his career, the concept of changing one's research focus every ten years to maintain creativity, and his thoughts on AI and young researchers
Don’t Forget Thermodynamics
Klaus Kümmerer on green and sustainable chemistry, the importance of kinetics, and why it is important to do something outside your area of interest once in a while
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