Mussel adhesive proteins: Chemistry in its element
How do mussels stick tight and weather the constant ocean waves? Helen Scales discovers mussel adhesive proteins
6 Maj 20155min
Acetylene: Chemistry in its element
Brian Clegg introduces a compound steeped in faded Victorian glamour – acetylene
29 Apr 20156min
CS gas: Chemistry in its element
Simon Cotton examines a compound banned in warfare but still used by police to disperse crowds: CS gas
22 Apr 20156min
Goethite: Chemistry in its element
It's the strongest known biological material and one of the earliest pigments - Helen Scales discovers goethite
16 Apr 20155min
Niacin: Chemistry in its element
Brian Clegg discusses the vitamin found in both breakfast cereal and meteorites: Niacin
8 Apr 20156min
Octane: Chemistry in its element
Start your engines! Simon Cotton looks into one of the few chemical names known well to the public: Octane
1 Apr 20157min
Fluorides: Chemistry in its element
Sensible approach to dental rot or sinister communist plot? Brian Clegg examines the much-maligned fluorides
25 Mars 20157min
Prozac: Chemistry in its element
Simon Cotton introduces the first of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants: Prozac
18 Mars 20156min
