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Work of scientists who like to lick rocks, the effects of electrified chopsticks on the taste of food, and boredom in the classroom among the winners

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The European biochar production landscape is growing, e.g., the Finnish-American start-up Carbo Culture will build a large carbon removal plant in Europe

IUPAC|CHAINS 2023: Insights from the World Chemistry Congress
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Encouraging Participation in Global Policy-Making
Scientists are vital in enabling evidence-informed policy-making, but how can they effectively unite with policy-makers?

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