RNA isn't the only biomolecule that can adopt lariat structures: lasso peptide BI-32169's structure has now been resolved in detail
Detailed Crystal Structure Corralled!
Secret to Journal Success
The strategy behind ChemMedChem's rapid growth is discussed in an interview with its editorial team
Packing a Punch
New technique for getting therapeutic small molecules, proteins and DNA directly into living cells demonstrated
It’s Not Rocket Science
Bacteria that produce nitrous oxide and methane in sewage sludge could soon be powering rocket thrusters
Higher Dosage
New delivery method for cisplatin prevents kidney damage and allows higher doses to be used
Spider-Silk Formation
Finding inspiration in a spider's web could be the clue to greater understanding of protein structures
Electrodes Reveal Tumors
A new technique for tumor diagnosis? – Direct potentiometric determination of the sialic acid concentration on cell surfaces
Hans Georg von Schnering (1931 – 2010)
Prof. Dr. Hans Georg von Schnering, former Dean of the Max Planck Institute, passed away last week
Chocolate – The Noblest Polymorphism I
Chocolate is a cultural asset of mankind. Klaus Roth proves, once again, only chemistry is able to produce such a celestial pleasure
Electronic DNA Sequencing
New, carbon-based nanoscale platform to electrically detect single DNA molecules has been developed