Features September 2005
Claiming Einstein for chemistry
Physicists the world over are celebrating the 100 year anniversary of Einstein's theory of relativity, but Philip Ball argues that Einstein was essentially a chemist
Putting the flesh on the bones of archaeology
Chemistry can illuminate the age of a specimen, build up a picture of prehistoric diet and lifestyles and can even probe the genetic makeup of long-extinct populations and species....
The X-philes of evolution
It's time to stop thinking of enzymes as delicate entities that fall apart under the slightest pressure. Richard Corfield introduces us to the amazing world of thermophilic enzymes...
Investing in Asia and innovation
Ernst Guggolz talks to Jürgen Hambrecht, chief executive officer of BASF, about the company's strategy.
