The common preservative sodium benzoate (E211) has a biological effect

Preservative Modifies Genetic Material

Climate Change Makes Wood Lighter
Due to lower wood density, trees store less CO2 than expected

Guess the Character (7)
Can you guess the fictional scientist from the description?

Summer Reading 2018
Entertaining science-related books and podcast episodes recommended by editors

Why Do We Smoke Nicotine and Not Inject It?
It is commonly known that we inhale the smoke of a cigarette. Find out why we do so

Tips for Video Shooting
Some very simple tips for beginners on how to improve your video to give you a better chance at the Element Video Competition

75th Birthday: Georg Schwedt
Georg Schwedt, Professor Emeritus, Clausthal University of Technology, Germany, celebrates his 75th birthday

The Chemistry of Dental Care – Part 1
What teeth are made of and the causes of tooth decay

The Chemistry of Pools
Why do we chlorinate pools and how does it work?

Photo Competition – Colorful Chemistry
Vote which picture should win a prize