Features December 2005
Putting the nano into nanochemistry
The discovery of a new form of elemental carbon 20 years ago changed thinking in chemistry. Philip Ball investigates whether the buckyball has lived up to the hype and what legacy ...
2005: a year in perspective
As 2005 draws to a close, Bea Perks and Katharine Sanderson highlight the main issues that affected the chemical science community, as reported in Chemistry World
Uncorking wine's characteristics
Chemicals are responsible for the flavour and bouquet of wine. Could understanding the chemistry help you pick the ideal tipple for your Christmas dinner? Katie Gibb investigates
The Sanger success story
Double Nobel prize-winner Fred Sanger recalls his days in the lab, attributing his success to the time he spent at the bench. Emma Davies reports
