Mar

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Pandemic of Avian Influenza: Mutations of H5N1 Needed

March 24, 2006 | Leave a Comment

Study Resolves Bird Flu Mystery. ‘Virologists say they understand why bird influenza in its present form does not spread among humans, and the finding suggests the world may have a precious breathing space to prepare for any flu pandemic.’ Bird Flu Hides Deep in the Lungs. Study suggests why bird flu slow to infect humans.

Mar

21

History of Chemistry in the Classroom

March 21, 2006 | Leave a Comment

Chemical Heritage Foundation: Classroom Resources. ‘Incorporate the history of the chemistry and the molecular sciences into the classroom with these online resources.’

Mar

21

Semi-Conducting Polymer (Polythiophene)

March 21, 2006 | 1 Comment

Chemists work on plastic promise. ‘The invention could eventually slash the cost of flat panel screens and bring electronic paper into common use. The new material can also be laid down using simple printing techniques rather than the expensive and elaborate methods used to process silicon.’ Polymer matches silicon in semi-conductor stakes.

Mar

21

Poisonous Elements

March 21, 2006 | 2 Comments

Reviewers’ Corner: The Elements of Murder: A History of Poison, by John Emsley. ‘Some mystery authors write their stories based on days of the week or letters of the alphabet, but John Emsley has a potentially richer source of inspiration: the periodic table. Emsley, who was a chemistry lecturer at London University, and is now [...]

Mar

20

Peter Suber’s “Six things that researchers need to know about open access”

March 20, 2006 | Leave a Comment

Six things that researchers need to know about open access. ‘When I was a graduate student, my elders never took me aside to pass on the secrets of academic publishing. I hope this failure isn’t widespread and simply reflects on my discipline, my school, my decade, or perhaps even my elders. Today’s graduate students deserve [...]

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