Magnets: How do they work? The latest edition of Periodic Graphics in C&EN takes a brief look at the origins of permanent magnetism before examining the different types of permanent magnets available and how they compare. View the full graphic on the C&EN site.

The origins and types of permanent magnets — in C&EN

This week, Cardinals of the Catholic Church are gathered in the Vatican to select a new Pope. Traditionally, smoke signals are used to indicate the results of their ballots. Black smoke indicates no decision has been made, while white smoke shows that a new Pope has been chosen.

The chemistry of the Papal Conclave’s smoke signals

Sexual chemistry isn’t something you can force or manufacture—it’s either there or it’s not. It’s that unspoken, electric pull between two people, an immediate, almost instinctual connection that you feel the moment you meet. It’s not just about physical attraction; it’s the way someone’s energy matches yours, the way they look at you, the way […]

Sexual chemistry

What’s crystallography, you ask? For those of you who may not know: Crystallography is the branch of science devoted to the study of molecular and crystalline structure and properties. The word crystallography is derived from the Ancient Greek word κρύσταλλος, and γράφειν. (Source: Wikipedia) Women scientists involved in crystallography are of special interest to me […]

Women in Science: Introducing crystallography and Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin

When Saturn moves in your synastry, the tone shifts. There’s gravity now, a certain stillness that enters the room when you’re together. Things feel heavier—but not in a way that weighs you down. More like a sense of meaning, of consequence. The relationship carries weight. Promises matter. Time stretches long between you, not as a […]

When Saturn behaves, chemistry thrives.

Cairngorms National Park

Seeking Serenity

Cairngorms National Park

Seeking Serenity

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus  Elizabeth Zott is the most fabulous character! I thoroughly enjoyed her story. She is a chemist, living and working in a male dominated world in the 1960s. The attitudes of some men towards women in the workplace during this time is quite revolting, although not entirely shocking. Elizabeth doesn’t suffer […]

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 

What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance? This one goes out to all the science geeks in the house! 🥳 My middle name is Amoniya- and while it may sound like the Chemical compound Ammonia at first glance, its actually a different pronunciation with 4 syllables instead of 3: “Ah-Mo-Ni-Ya” … […]

NH3 …Think Chemistry

Explore the complete Nobel Prize in Chemistry Winners List (1901–2024), era by era. From the foundations of atomic theory to today’s cutting-edge innovations in green chemistry and biochemistry, this post highlights the key discoveries and legendary laureates who transformed the field. Ideal for students, educators, and exam aspirants seeking a comprehensive chemistry Nobel timeline.

Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Winners List 1901–2024