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A pinch of salt makes hydrogels punch-proof
How supersaturated salt transforms hydrophobic networks and why this approach could redefine puncture-resistant soft materials
19 March 2026
Could you be the next Co-Editor-in-Chief of RSC Advances?
RSC Advances is seeking an inspiring and influential Co-Editor-in-Chief to join its leadership team
09 March 2026
Cleaning up oil with smarter polymers: why pore design is changing the game
Fundamental polymer chemistry research contributes directly to water security and environmental resilience
06 March 2026
RSC responds to Chancellor’s Spring statement
The government's latest fiscal position further underlines the central role the chemical sciences play in driving UK economic growth
03 March 2026
In conversation with Yun Jung Lee
Yun Jung Lee reflects on her path to solid-state battery research, shaped by curiosity, interdisciplinary work and focus on interfaces and impact.
03 March 2026
RSC announces journals platform partnership with Silverchair
Strategic partnership will deliver a new, state‑of‑the‑art journals publishing platform designed to enhance the author, editor, and reader experience
26 February 2026
RSC appoints new MD for India and South Asia
Strengthening our long-term commitment to supporting the region’s rapidly growing and globally influential chemistry community
24 February 2026
Emerging Technologies Competition 2026 is live – APPLY NOW!
Providing a platform for the next generation of chemistry innovators, start-ups and spin outs
18 February 2026
RSC responds to comments from Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Response to INEOS founder's comments in Sky News interview
12 February 2026
Water quality focus of RSC Sustainability essay competition
We have partnered with the International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development again for their annual sustainability essay competition.
10 February 2026
Case study: navigating state benefits with CCF support
Learn how a Chemists' Community Fund caseworker provided practical, ongoing support to a member dealing with a difficult personal situation.
09 February 2026
Clive Hamlin
25 January 1941 — 1 January 2026
05 February 2026