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June 11, 2007 Cover
Volume 85, Issue 24
Volume 85, Issue 24
CHEMICAL ABSTRACTS SERVICE
For 100 years, the Chemical Abstracts Service has kept the world's scientists abreast of chemical advances
Credit: Sully Caradonna,Chemical Abstracts Service
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June 11, 2007 Issue
Volume 85, Issue 24
June 11, 2007 Issue, Vol. 85 | Iss. 24
For 100 years, the Chemical Abstracts Service has kept the world's scientists abreast of chemical advances
(pp. 38-39)
Features
Government & Policy
The U.S. Supreme Court issues a decision that may make it more difficult to patent some inventions (pp. 26-28)
Science & Technology
Chemistry could play a major role in future deterrents against currency fraud (pp. 30-34)
Cover Story: A Century Of CAS
CAS Surveys Its First 100 Years
As it enters its second century, Chemical Abstracts Service continues its tradition of innovation
(pp. 41-53)The Incredible Vastness of Data
In the hands of CAS, a morass of data points ends up telling epic research stories, page by page
(pp. 54-55)At The Cusp Of A New Century
Chemical Abstracts Service adapts to change and continues its mission as it enters its second century
(pp. 56-57)News of the Week
Somorjai Is Named 2008 Priestley Medalist
ACS recognizes UC Berkeley professor for contributions to surface science and catalysis
(p.12)To Dredge Or Not To Dredge
Study recommends alternatives and better monitoring of dredged waterways
(p.13)Pesticides Block Chemical Communication In Crops
Soil contaminants may inhibit symbiotic nitrogen fixation by plants
(p.14)Climate-Change Issues Heat Up G-8 Talks
Rift between U.S. and Germany remains stark at start of summit
(p.15)Amgen Goes Chemicals
World's largest biotech firm is spending about $720 million to buy two small-molecule drugmakers
(p.16)EPA Limits Implicated In Eye Infections
Reduced use of drinking water disinfectants may lead to more microbes, contact lens problems, researchers claim
(p.16)Departments
Business
Four acquisitions have taken the firm beyond filtration and deep into life sciences services
(pp. 20-22)Concentrates
(pp. 17-18)
(pp. 17-18)- Environmental Protests Stop Chinese Plant Construction
- Mitsui Chemicals Boosts Cycloolefins
- Ineos Will Buy Norwegian Units
- Nova Details Layoffs And Venture Savings
- Electronic Market Buys ChemConnect
- Solar Race Entry Wears BASF Coatings
- Chemtura Will Cut Jobs, Close Plants
- Wellman Sells Resin Business In Europe
- Employment Declines Again In May
- Kemira, Thermphos Sign Phosphate Pact
- China To Revamp Food And Drug Regulations
- PQ Sold To Another Private Equity Firm
- Qiagen Acquires Diagnostics Firm
- AstraZeneca to buy DSM biologics plant
- BUSINESS ROUNDUP
ACS News
As it enters its second century, Chemical Abstracts Service continues its tradition of innovation
(pp. 41-53)
In the hands of CAS, a morass of data points ends up telling epic research stories, page by page
(pp. 54-55)
Chemical Abstracts Service adapts to change and continues its mission as it enters its second century
(pp. 56-57)
For 100 years, the Chemical Abstracts Service has kept the world's scientists abreast of chemical advances
(pp. 38-39)
Government & Policy
The U.S. Supreme Court issues a decision that may make it more difficult to patent some inventions
(pp. 26-28)
Science & Technology
Chemistry could play a major role in future deterrents against currency fraud
(pp. 30-34)