Research Articles
The Spring Detective: Cracking the Water Mixing Mystery at Fish Slough
Discover how scientists used geochemistry to solve the mystery of declining spring flows at California's Fish Slough, an oasis for endangered species.
The Invisible Hunt: How Chemical Detectives Disarm the World's Deadliest Poisons
Explore how analytical chemistry and GC-MS technology help disarm organophosphorus nerve agents in international chemical disarmament efforts.
Chemistry Takes Flight: How Student Scientists Are Making Air Travel Safer
Exploring how chemistry students simulate airport security scenarios to understand explosive detection and public safety applications
The GHB Dilemma: When the Body's Own Chemistry Becomes a Crime
Exploring the forensic challenge of distinguishing natural GHB from external consumption in the human body.
Beyond the Magnifying Glass: How Chemometrics is Revolutionizing Forensic Chemistry
Explore how chemometrics is transforming forensic chemistry through data-driven analysis of illicit drugs, with real-world case studies and applications.
Beyond the Grey Rock: How Light is Rewriting the Solar System's Story
Discover how the DeMeo asteroid classification system is revolutionizing our understanding of the solar system through spectroscopy and light analysis.
From Dusty Boxes to Scientific Revelations: The Hidden Stories in Chemistry Department Records
Explore the hidden value of chemistry department archives and how they preserve scientific history, methodology, and human stories of discovery.
The Nano-Scouts: How Carbon Nanotubes are Revolutionizing Chemical Sensing
Explore how multi-walled carbon nanotubes are transforming electrochemical sensors for detecting pharmaceuticals, toxins, and biomarkers with unprecedented sensitivity.
Science in the Front Line: The Art of Talking About Research So People Will Listen
Explore the art and science of effective science communication - how to transform complex research into compelling narratives that engage and inform the public.
Beyond the Crime Scene: How Forensic Chemistry Makes Learning a Thrilling Investigation
Explore how forensic chemistry transforms traditional chemistry education into an engaging investigative experience, developing critical thinking skills through real-world applications.