C&EN’s Year in Chemistry 2020
We review the year’s biggest trends in chemistry research, most memorable molecules, and more
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December 21, 2020 Cover
Volume 98, Issue 48
We review the year’s biggest trends in chemistry research, most memorable molecules, and more
Cover image:We highlight 2020’s biggest research trends, most memorable molecules, and more
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“I’d characterize the US as the best-looking horse in the glue factory.”
We review the year’s biggest trends in chemistry research, most memorable molecules, and more
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