First cobalt-catalyzed borylation of aryl halides and pseudohalides with bis(pinacolato)diboron

Borylation of Aryl Halides

2D Boron: Flat but Not Uninteresting
Boron monolayers could exhibit conventional superconductivity below 20 K

Impact Assessment, Simplified
A comparison of 135 environmental impact indicators reveals six that stand out

Laser-Directed Cancer Chemotherapy
New light-activated prodrug designed for combining photodynamic therapy with a traditional cytotoxic agent

Computers in Chemistry – 251st ACS Meeting
Impressions of the National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS) in San Diego, USA

Mapping Chemical Neighborhoods
New classification system clearly delineates chemical bond types based on experimental data

Coating Makes Aircraft Deicers Redundant
Self-lubricating organogels (SLUGs) can make airplane wings and other surfaces so slippery that ice cannot adhere

Cactus Purifies Contaminated Water
Degradation of taste and odor compounds with cactus mucilage or inner “guts” extraction

Making Artificial Nano-Debris
Lab-made nanoparticles simulate real-life weathering and wear under controlled conditions

Priestley Medal 2016 for Mostafa El-Sayed
Highest honor of the American Chemical Society (ACS) presented to physical and nanomaterials chemist