Chemists use atomic manipulation to nudge cyclo[18]carbon into being
Probe microscopy helps researchers create and visualize a carbon allotrope that was first predicted in the 1980s
Chemists continue to forget safety concerns about sodium hydride
Popular base can decompose certain solvents, potentially leading to explosions
Blue perovskite LEDs get an efficiency boost
Researchers mix nanoparticles and 2-D perovskites to double efficiency
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The world's first GMO probiotic is for sale; it's designed to prevent hangovers
The product, made by ZBiotics, is regulated as a food, not a drug, and has not been vetted for effectiveness in humans
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Microplastic in drinking water found to pose little risk to humans
Most particles pass through human gut, World Health Organization says
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Your guide to the ACS Fall 2019 National Meeting in San Diego
C&EN’s editors pick the speakers and symposia to catch
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University of Kansas chemist indicted on fraud charges
Feng (Franklin) Tao allegedly received a salary from US grant funds while employed by Fuzhou University
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UK surprises with scientist immigration changes
Prime minister proposes removing visa cap, loosening other requirements
Does taking a vacation stress you out?
Chemjobber on the challenges of taking time off
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Fracking is driving global methane increase
Shale gas production, not agriculture, might explain decade-long surge in atmospheric methane
Olaplex wins $91 million in suit against L’Oréal
Jury awards $91 million to start-up Olaplex for losses from hair-protection knockoff
Amino acids may have stabilized membranes needed for the origin of life
The compounds may have helped stabilize protocells