A single targeted mutation allows a natural peptide system to incorporate non-natural amino acids into peptides

Reprogramming Nonribosomal Peptide Synthetases for "Clickable" Amino Acids

History of ChemDraw
Stewart Rubenstein and David and Sally Evans developed the chemical graphics program ChemDraw in the 1980s

Comic Competition
Submit your cartoon and have the chance to win one of three exciting prizes

Herman Skolnik Award 2014
Professor Engelbert Zass has been awarded for his achievements in the practice of chemical information science

Total Synthesis of Tetrahydrolipstatin
A concise enantioselective synthesis of tetrahydrolipstatin (THL) and seven stereoisomers has been achieved

Total Synthesis of Δ12-Prostaglandin J3
A catalytic asymmetric total synthesis of this important ω-3 series of eicosanoids described

Olefination of Furans and Unactivated Alkenes
Branched vinylfurans formed in high yields and with high selectivities by oxidative olefination of furans with unactivated alkenes

Oxidation of Formic Acid
Do Au and Pt provide the same pathway for the oxidation of formic acid?

Guess the Chemist (32)
Can you guess the famous scientist from the description?

Summer Reading 2014
Editors recommend chemistry and science related books fun to read during this summer