The IYCN surveyed younger chemists worldwide about the difficulties posed by the pandemic and the opportunities to grow and succeed

Younger Chemists Thriving during the Global COVID-19 Pandemic

Interview with Ingmar Hoerr, Pioneer of mRNA Technology
As a Ph.D. student, Hoerr discovered that mRNA can be used as a therapeutic vaccine or agent when administered directly into tissues

Biphasic Patches for Wound Healing
Simultaneous delivery of multiple antimicrobial agents for the effective treatment of wound biofilms

Putting Microplastics to Good Use
Material based on foam made from waste microplastics can be used as acoustic and thermal insulation

Guess the Chemist (113)
Can you guess the famous scientist from the description?

Strong and Flexible Cofactors
Cube-shaped iron–sulfur clusters support multiple bond between iron and nitrogen

Electrocatalytic CO2 Reduction Made More Accessible
Economical alloy-based aerogel as an electrocatalyst for carbon fixation

50th Anniversary: Death of Robert Corey
American biochemist known for his role in discovery of the α-helix and the β-sheet

Susan Odom (1980 – 2021)
Professor at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, USA, who developed redox-active materials passed away

Catalytic Version of the Fischer Indole Synthesis
Enantioselective synthesis of indole derivatives