On the western shore of China’s Pearl River estuary in Zhuhai, scientists are harnessing renewable energy and seawater to mitigate the carbon emissions from the petrochemical sector by producing ‘green’ hydrogen. Researchers from Beijing University of Chemical Technology (BUCT) and the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) are setting up a pilot facility to conduct […]

The Trump administration has revealed additional specifics of its proposed budget for the fiscal year 2026, signaling deep cuts to research financing. The budget indicates a severe reduction in monetary support for the National Science Foundation (NSF), especially impacting chemistry and materials research. Funding for chemistry through the NSF’s math and physical sciences program is […]

Sanofi has revealed its intention to purchase Blueprint Medicines, a US-based firm, boosting its immunology division with a $9.1 billion cash transaction, along with an extra $400 million depending on achieving performance milestones. This tactical acquisition encompasses Blueprint’s approved medication Avaykyt (avapritinib), which is prescribed for gastrointestinal stromal tumors and systemic mastocytosis, with projected sales […]

# The Stockholm Declaration on the Future of Chemistry: Forging a Path for a Sustainable World The Stockholm Declaration on the Future of Chemistry, recently released, urges chemists worldwide to construct a just, sustainable, and resilient environment for both present and future generations. This groundbreaking declaration was developed by a collective of chemists and engineers […]

**The Stockholm Declaration on Chemistry for the Future: A Catalyst for Change** In a world aspiring for sustainability, the introduction of the Stockholm Declaration on Chemistry for the Future signifies a crucial turning point. Launched during the Nobel Symposium on Chemistry for Sustainability in May, this initiative seeks to connect scientific progress with its societal […]

Attitudes towards psychedelics are changing, with increasing evidence highlighting their potential to address various mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and addiction. In 2023, Australia emerged as the first nation globally to sanction psychedelics for treating specific mental health ailments. A few other nations are also progressing in this area. Substances […]

Strain Amplification Boosts Electron Donation in Tetravalent Carbon Atoms: Insights from Quantum Chemical Analyses Recent quantum chemical investigations have unveiled an intriguing capability of strained tetravalent carbon atoms to donate electrons, thereby enabling a variety of non-covalent interactions. This finding may have considerable consequences for molecular design and chemistry. Researchers Steve Scheiner from Utah State […]

A stunning array of scholarly articles authored by the iconic codebreaker Alan Turing is poised to hit the auction stage, providing a rare opportunity to explore the intellect of one of the most pivotal figures in computer science and mathematics. Scheduled for auction later this month, these documents are expected to attract bids in the […]