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Giving longer life to wearable batteries
Scientists in South Korea have developed a novel reserve battery that combines long shelf life with flexibility and could have useful applications in
09 June 2020
Statement on inclusion and diversity in the chemical sciences
Our statement is endorsed by a growing number of our international partners
08 June 2020
Editor viewpoints: Maintaining quality, consistency and impact through difficult times
Dr Qin Wang, Associate Editor of RSC Advances, tells us about her role, and shares her thoughts on the impact of the current pandemic on the future of
05 June 2020
ChemVsCOVID: Petronas – washing our hands of the virus
We are seeing fantastic examples all around the world of how chemists are coming together to tackle COVID-19. Malaysian energy company, Petronas, has
04 June 2020
Collaborative report calls for more research to make sustainable plastics a reality
A new report from an international group of scientists makes the case that plastics are essential for a sustainable future – but much more work is nee
03 June 2020
Editor view: Contributing to the community under lockdown
Professor Zhao tells us that greatest reward for being Associate Editor of RSC Advances is seeing manuscripts become high-profile papers.
29 May 2020
A leap from a frog to understand nerves
A detailed study of molecules called N-glycans in frog embryos suggests they play a vital role in developing the nervous systems in vertebrates, inclu
26 May 2020
Beetle-inspired paint could produce water from thin air for drought-stricken countries
Superamphiphobic material can ‘bounce’ water droplets from air. The new solution could produce ultra-fog resistant car windows and faster drainage sys
12 May 2020
Chemistry against COVID: MediSieve tackling the virus inside and out
Chemists around the world are playing an essential role during the COVID crisis response. Meet MediSieve, helping isolate COVID-related elements in bl
06 May 2020
Keeping gender on the agenda
The Royal Society of Chemistry has joined WISE, the campaign for gender balance in STEM, and 20 other organisations to drive gender equality.
06 May 2020
#PhotoChimica2020 winners announced
Photos showcasing sustainable chemistry scooped accolades on Earth Day as part of the #PhotoChimica2020 competition, hosted by the Royal Society of Ch
01 May 2020
Chemistry against COVID: Michael and Harsh keep our water flowing
Michael and Harsh are chemists with essential jobs – making sure our water is safe and clean. Find out how their roles with Thames Water have changed
01 May 2020