The bonding situation in the carbon dimer is a controversial topic
Introducing notable or emerging scientists through interviews.

Why Does C2 Cause so Many Problems?

Behind the Science: Complex Molecules in One Step
Palladium-catalyzed synthesis of functionalized benzimidazothiazoles

Intrigued by Chemistry Through Simple Experiments
Professor Schwedt about the thrill of using simple experiments to easily and clearly describe chemistry

Wood as a Renewable and Abundant Resource
Alfred Teischinger, BOKU, Vienna, talks about wood chemistry and wood as an engineering product

Behind the Science: Language's Influence on Science
Dr. Jonathan Faiz, Angewandte Chemie, talks to Dr. Claire Filloux and reviewer Professor Ben Davis about Filloux`s Essay

Bioengineering – Use What You Know
Professor Sang Yup Lee, KAIST, talks about his career and fascination for biotechnology, and where he sees the field heading

An Intriguing Poster – Some Assembly Required
How to excite people about nanoperiodic semiconductors in five easy steps

Behind the Science: The Sun-Powered Civilization
Dr. Anne Deveson, Chemistry – A European Journal, talks to Professor Nicola Armaroli about solar energy and the energy transition

How Amino Acids Formed in the Universe
Professor Meierhenrich, France, about his involvement in the Rosetta mission and its importance for chemists

Working for the JCF – The Young Chemists’ Forum of the German Chemical Society
Members of the national board about the work and aims of the JCF and their personal motivations