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
Propranolol hydrochloride: Chemistry in its element
Rowena Fletcher-Wood discovers how to stave off stage fright, with a simple compound that revolutionised drug development
12 Maj 20175min
Anthocyanins: Chemistry in its element
Michael Freemantle explores the pigments responsible for the rich colours of autumn foliage: 'the last smiles of the year upon the tawny leaves'.
5 Maj 20176min
MOFs – Metal–organic frameworks: Chemistry in its element
Katrina Krämer examines these extremely versatile materials and speaks to MOF pioneer Omar Yaghi
27 Apr 20179min
Ragwort alkaloids: Chemistry in its element
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids from Ragworts and other plants are popular with pollinators but a potent poison to wildlife and livestock, as Mike Freemantle discovers
19 Apr 20176min
Phosphine: Chemistry in its element
Kit Chapman on the compound that could be the chemical cause of mysterious lights in the night: Phosphines
13 Apr 20174min
