Cation gets a conductivity boost by capturing its counterion

Although some kinks are still being worked out, the European XFEL is now giving researchers an unprecedented view of the inner workings of molecules and materials

Study suggests activating PPAR receptor leads to increased cellular connections in hippocampus

Smart, flexible skins measure and adapt to ambient temperatures

Using GoPros and other inexpensive cameras, researchers are documenting their experimental procedures

Some coauthors dissent from withdrawal of report, for which key findings have been independently confirmed

The Louisiana project will complement an ethylene cracker the Japanese company is building in the state

Modified toxin targets and silences nerves that transmit pain, offering a potential nonaddictive alternative to opioids

Congressional committee votes to give industry and other agencies greater input and to shift responsibility for IRIS program from research office

By tweaking its counter ion, classic carbocation inserts into C-H bonds

Type 2 diabetes drug metformin impedes glucose overproduction in a redox-dependent manner, researchers say

Some coauthors dissent from withdrawal of report, for which key findings have been independently confirmed

Combining UV disinfection with a photocatalytic membrane helps reduce the bacteria and their genes in wastewater

Material’s features attributed to bonds that readily break and re-form

Technology is a step on the path to on-demand manufacturing of biologics

Chemical profits continue to rise as the global economy booms

Cutting-edge chemistry makes recreation in the wild more enjoyable—and more comfortable. 

Multiuser molecular simulation allows up to six chemists to manipulate structures in real time

Isotope labeling and spectroscopy allow scientists to watch how soil microbes break down a mulch product used in agriculture

Source of perfluorocarbon pollution as yet unknown, state says

States sued over fears of untraceable plastic guns

Recent work might have implications for drug development

Several firms quell merger and acquisition expectations in calls with analysts

Decision to enact prohibition, forbid plastic straws lies with mayor

Isotope labeling and spectroscopy allow scientists to watch how soil microbes break down a mulch product used in agriculture

Multiuser molecular simulation allows up to 6 chemists to manipulate structures in real time