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IUPAC's task group opens public review for new definition of terminology for Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOF) and Porous Coordination Polymers (CPs)

Aerogels made by using a simple, benign process useful as thermal insulators, catalyst supports and for construction of biomedical materials

Fluorescence lights up cells programmed to die

Chemical functionalization of ‘toxic’ long carbon nanotubes reduces their effective length and alleviates asbestos-like pathogenicity

Carl Djerassi's latest book, Chemistry in Theatre, is reviewed by Stefan Böschen, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie, Germany

Whey protein stabilizes nanotransporter and controls pH-dependent drug release

Haptic quantum chemistry makes interaction and reaction of molecules touchable and could revolutionize quantum calculations

Wonderlab looks at the sacrifices and rewards of being a chemist in order to find some happiness when times are tough

Answers to the quiz on the most fascinating and underrated organisms on the planet – microbes