Polyethylene terephthalate (PET): Chemistry in its element
The story of one of the most ubiquitous artificial compounds
12 Loka 20166min
BINAP: Chemistry in its element
Katrina Kramer introduces the Nobel prize-winning ligand that will give you just the hand you need: BINAP or 2,2'-bis(diphenylphosphino)-1,1'-binaphthyl
6 Loka 20166min
Fluorouracil: Chemistry in its element
A substitute for one of the bases in DNA that can cause the death of cancer cells
28 Syys 20166min
Quaternary ammonium salts: Chemistry in its element
Brian Clegg introduces a family of molecules that first gave fluffy softness to freshly washed clothes
21 Syys 20165min
Ergotamine: Chemistry in its element
Ben Valsler finds out why writing Alice's adventures in Wonderland was such a headache for Lewis Carroll
14 Syys 20166min
Spinel: Chemistry in its element
Find out about the Black Prince's ruby, which is no ruby at all
7 Syys 20165min
Aconitine: Chemistry in its element
This powerful poison is said to have the power to transform werewolves and heal snake bites. Brian Clegg unpicks fiction from fact
31 Elo 20165min
Raspberry ketone: Chemistry in its element
Is there really a simple, fruity route to weight loss?
24 Elo 20168min
