Looking at size, formation, distribution, impact on humans related to fine particles or fine dust

Particulate Matter

Christoph Rüchardt (1929 – 2018)
Organic chemist and Emeritus at the University of Freiburg, Germany, passed away

Marker for Cancer Stem Cells
Fluorescent probe identifies tumor-initiating cells

Hydrogen Transfer: One Thing after the Other
Stepwise hydride transfer in the biosynthesis of chlorophyll

Water-Soluble Warped Nanographene
Possible application for photo-induced cell death

Nanomotors Deliver CRISPR Gene Editing Tool
Ultrasound-propelled gold nanowires as an active transport/release vehicle

Gerd Kaibel (1944 – 2017)
German process engineer passed away in December

Porous Polymer Films with Shape Memory
Transforming micropores into a variety of different shapes

Polyoxometalate Octagenarians
Interview with polyoxometalate chemists about the fascination and future trends of their research field

Remember the Keggin Ion?
From the Keggin structure, the center of polyoxometalate (POM) chemistry, to structural developments, attractive applications, and a bright future