Composite materials with unique optical properties can be used for high-information-density anti-counterfeiting labels

Self-Assembly of Ag Nanoparticles Using Eu(III) Complexes for Anticounterfeiting

How Ice-Nucleating Proteins Control Freezing
Hierarchical assembly of bacterial ice nucleators based on tyrosine interactions and electrostatic interactions

Weekly Research News Challenge: Unusual Photoswitch – Toxic Cosmetics – New Drug Linker
Answer three questions about last week’s news to see how well you’re keeping up with the science world around you

Angewandte Chemie 46/2024: Multifunctional
Overview of the latest issue of Angewandte Chemie

Silylation and Germylation of Azauracils
New protocol can be used for the late-stage functionalization of complex, drug-like molecules under mild conditions

Weekly Research News Challenge: Shortest C–I Bond – Simple Synthesis – Multi-Metal Detection
This week's quiz includes questions on the shortest C–I bond, a simple route to bicyclic boronates, and fast multi-metal detection

Dinitrogen Turned into a Photoswitch
First lanthanide N2 photoswitch shows isomerization between side-on and end-on coordination

Angewandte Chemie 45/2024: Structures and Applications
Overview of the latest issue of Angewandte Chemie

Crystalline Mesoionic Diazasilole Synthesized
1,4,2-Diazasilole containing a low-valent silicon atom displays characteristics of both a mesoionic silylene and a silylone

Bubbling Halloween Pumpkin
A perfect kitchen experiment for young kids and fun for all ages!