A German study identified the volatiles substances contained in three different species of licorice roots

Licorice’s Volatiles Composition

Healthier Cookie Baking with Antioxidants
Antioxidants limit the generation of the toxic compound acrylamide which occurs during cookie baking

Most Accessed Articles: October 2012
The most-accessed chemistry articles from ChemPubSoc Europe and GDCh journals for October 2012

A Chemical Examination of the Isenheim Altar: Role Played in History by Horned Rye (1)
The Isenheim Altar depicts the symptoms and treatment of “St. Anthony’s Fire”, the result of poisoning by ergot alkaloids

Impact of Au Nanoparticles on Plants
Uptake and distribution of Au nanoparticles in rice, perennial ryegrass, radish, and pumpkin investigated

Live And in Color
Fluorescent pH-sensitive nanoparticles indicate bacterial growth

Fish Poisoning: Ca2+ Channels Matter
Food poisoning from fish causes oversensitivity to mild cold by activating voltage-dependent calcium channels

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

Orthophosphate? No, Phosphite Thanks
Mexican researchers have developed a system to fertilize plants using phosphite instead of orthophosphate

It Takes Two to a Healthy Colon
Lycopene and fish oil synergize to prevent colon cancer’s growth and progression