Using sunlight to split water molecules and form hydrogen fuel is one of the most promising tactics for kicking our carbon habit. Hayley Birch examines the options
Researchers around the world are looking to develop advanced computers based on electron spin. Matthew Chalmers examines how close these devices are to becoming reality
Could the foods we eat be engineered to stave off disease, keeping us fit and healthy far into old age? Ned Stafford looks into the growing trend for functional food
Scotland is an established home for the chemicals industry - but is now increasingly attracting biotech and life sciences companies. Yfke Hager reports
The EPSRC recently announced plans to ban persistently unsuccessful grant applicants for one year. Why did it do this and why are some UK chemists unhappy about it?
Ian Archer has his dream career as a process chemist. As head of process chemistry at Ingenza, he is now getting involved in technology transfer, as he tells Sarah Houlton
Jobs in health and safety often appeal to those wishing to leave the lab. It's not an easy move, but experience or qualifications can make it smoother, explains Caroline Tolond
Medical science students at the University of Aberdeen will soon have the opportunity to learn business skills for future careers in biobusiness. Yfke Hager finds out more
This image shows a cross-section through a foam block of BASF's insulating material, Neopor. Neopor is made of polystyrene granules, a blowing agent and tiny flakes of graphite.
