Furanocoumarins: Chemistry in its element
Florence Schechter discovers how a seemingly healthy grapefruit-based breakfast could disrupt your daily drugs
2 Nov 20185min
Phenolphthalein: Chemistry in its element
Kat Arney gets to the bottom of the story of phenolphthalein – a chemical with two very different uses. If you've measured pH in a classroom or had some trouble in the bathroom, you may have met this ...
26 Okt 20186min
Caryophyllene: Chemistry in its Element
A biologically active compound from the biblical balm of Gilead, said to 'heal the sin-sick soul'
19 Okt 20187min
Anatoxin-a: Chemistry in its element
Gege Li on the compound formerly known by the no-nonsense name 'very fast death factor'
12 Okt 20186min
Colchicine: Chemistry in its element
Florence Schechter introduces an ancient, but effective, treatment for painful attacks of gout
5 Okt 20185min
Indigo: Chemistry in its element
What links blue jeans to ancient British warriors? Mike Freemantle discovers the blue dye with a colourful history
28 Sep 20187min
Pentylone: Chemistry in its element
The latest in an alarming trend of novel psychoactive substances being mis-sold at festivals as traditional street drugs, putting users at risk
21 Sep 20187min
Antihistamines: Chemistry in its element
As hayfever season comes to a close, Katrina Krämer examines antihistamines. From calming down a hyperactive immune system to increasing cognitive abilities, these small molecules have a big impact.
14 Sep 20187min
