How do you grow a crystal if your compound decomposes in air? We look at techniques that work for both air-sensitive and air-stable compounds

Tips and Tricks for the Lab: Growing Crystals Part 3

Tips for Writing Better Science Papers: Titles (2)
The title is the first thing readers and reviewers see, so how can you improve yours? Insider tips for grabbing readers' attention

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

NMR Experiments Assisting in Drug Design
A simple experiment combines modern NMR techniques with applications in drug design

Tips and Tricks for the Lab: Growing Crystals Part 2
Patience, luck, and no small amount of skill are required to grow the perfect crystal for X-ray diffraction. Maximize your chances of getting that elusive crystal

Tips for Writing Better Science Papers: The Cover Letter (1)
How to write a knockout cover letter: insider tips for getting your paper noticed before the editor has even read it!

The Galilean Thermometer – Really Galilean?
The Galilean Thermometer is based on the temperature-dependence of the density of a liquid, visualized by floating glass spheres

Tips for the Lab
Simple instructions on how to successfully pack columns, work under inert atmosphere, or grow crystals

Tips and Tricks for the Lab: Growing Crystals Part 1
Patience, luck, and no small amount of skill are required to grow the perfect crystal for X-ray diffraction. Maximize your chances of getting that elusive crystal