Evidence for remarkable structural diversity of amyloid fibrils in human and animal tissue
Press releases featuring articles published in Chemistry Europe and GDCh journals.

The Many Shapes of Amyloid Fibrils

Help for Osteoarthritis Coming Soon?
Polymer gel effectively reinforces worn out cartilage

Sustainable Bioplastics for Biomedical Applications
Metal-free recyclable polyester produced from a biomass-derived compound

Solvent-Free, Ice-Free, Vital!
Block copolymer hydrogels as multifunctional effective cryoprotecting agents for red blood cells

High-Tech Invisible Ink
Invisible ink for secret data as well as product and document security

A Trojan Horse for Cancer Cells
Localized oxidative killing of tumor cells by amorphous iron nanoparticles

Risky Chromium Therapy
Evidence for carcinogenic Cr(VI) compounds in Cr(III)-treated living cells; Cr(III) supplements may alter cancer risk

Working Up Some Artificial Muscles
Hierarchical self-assembly of supramolecular muscle-like fibers

Totally Repellent Surfaces
Quick and easy coating process makes surfaces omniphobic

Make Your Own Cell Survival Kit
Synthetic glycopolymers in the membrane hold up programmed cell death