Squeezing MOFs

Squeezing MOFs

X-ray diffraction reveals how a single crystal of a metal-organic framework compound behaves under pressure

Chemistry in Theatre

Chemistry in Theatre

Carl Djerassi's latest book, Chemistry in Theatre, is reviewed by Stefan Böschen, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie, Germany

Aziridines: Go With the Flow

Aziridines: Go With the Flow

Treatment of aziridine precursors with sBuLi provides a route to functionlized aziridines or C4-functionalized tetrahydroisoquinolines

Functional in a Flash

Functional in a Flash

Inexpensive and non-toxic aluminum catalyst can make highly functional organic carbonates from epoxides and carbon dioxide