Chymosin: Chemistry in its element
The enzyme that helps us turn milk into cheese is also responsible for the biggest commercial success story of any genetically modified organism
6 Juli 20176min
Casein: Chemistry in its element
One of the most popular plastics of the early 20th century was accidentally invented by a cat, as Kat Arney finds out
28 Juni 20176min
Gallium nitride: Chemistry in its element
Despite early setbacks, this conducting crystal shows great promise across a wide range of electronics
22 Juni 20176min
Caesium chloride: Chemistry in its element
Caesium chloride is packs a lot of radioactivity into a small volume, making it ideal for treatments where the radioactive material needs to be accurately sited
14 Juni 20176min
Rotaxanes: Chemistry in its element
Katrina Kramer speaks with Manchester University researcher David Leigh about compounds that resemble machine parts and could pave the way for molecular robots
7 Juni 20178min
Fibrin and fibrinogen: Chemistry in its element
From scabby knees to life-threatening strokes, this important protein is the fundamental link in the complex molecular chain that forms blood clots.
31 Maj 20175min
Propylene glycol: Chemistry in its element
When a batch of cinnamon whiskey meant for the American market made its way to Europe, it highlighted starkly different regulations controlling how much propylene glycol is allowed in food and drink
24 Maj 20175min
Butanone: Chemistry in its element
If you've ever built plastic scale models of aeroplanes or spacecraft, you'll be familiar with the sharp, sweet smell of butanone
17 Maj 20175min
