Textbook for undergraduate students is reviewed by Annaliese K. Franz, University of California, Davis, USA

Organic Chemistry

Young Chemists at EuCheMS Chemistry Congress in Prague
Not only renowned scientists, but a lot of young chemists from different countries gave talks at the EuCheMS Congress in Prague

Introducing the European Young Chemist Network (EYCN)
The EYCN supports chemists as they begin their careers, with activities aimed at developing soft skills and broadening career possibilities

Distortions Imposed By An Enzyme
The combination of protein crystallography and computational chemistry elucidates the enzymatic mechanism of a mannosidase

Filming Bacterial Life in Multicolor
Multicolored probes target cell wall synthesis in the arms race with bacteria

Artificial Blood Maker: EPO
First successful total synthesis of Erythropoietin (EPO)

Targeted Attack on Tumors
Selective tumor treatment: beta-galactosidase releases active agent from prodrugs

Made out of Thin Air
Fixation of CO2 through iridium catalyzed hydrosilylation

Chemical Production in Compliance with Torah and the Koran: Part 2
We examine the effects of these restrictions on the preparation processes involved in the making of halal and kosher products

Restructuring the Chemical Industry One Reaction at a Time
With pressure on oil, industrious chemists are seeking alternative routes to the feedstocks that can be transformed into useful products