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Rethinking Chemistry – Talking with Presidents of Chemical Societies
Compilation of statements by Presidents of chemical societies (ACS, GÖCH, RACI, RSC, SCI) on the GDCh's motto "Rethinking Chemistry"
The Italian Chemical Society (SCI)
The video gives a brief introduction to the work of the society and the values of chemistry as a whole
Empowering and Supporting Everybody
Members of the Women In Supramolecular Chemistry (WISC) network about recent activities and personal motivations
Curiosity And Passion Drive Research
Oliver Trapp on his research, creativity, motivation, and promoting young talent
What is Concrete? What is Cement?
Concrete is the most commonly used building material today. What is it made of?
How Do Oxygen Masks on Airplanes Work?
The short video explains where the oxygen comes from and how it is released
To See Young People Growing
Bert Meijer about the training of Ph.D. students, parallels between footballers and chemists, communicating with the general public, and his work, which is also a hobby
New Stuff Always Happens at the Interface
Claudia Felser on Heusler compounds, topological quantum chemistry, supporting schoolkids, in particular girls, her career path
Hazard is a Design Flaw
Pioneers of the concept of green chemistry, Paul Anastas and John C. Warner, on how the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry came about, why it is still so difficult to fulfill them, and why both are positive about the future
How Does a Lighter Work?
The short video explains how a flame is created in a lighter
High-Risk, High-Reward Research Projects
Andres Jäschke, University of Heidelberg, on working on super high-risk projects and how to deal with failure and unsuccessful experiments in research
Considering the Computer as a Partner in the Discovery Process
Gisbert Schneider, Direktor Singapore-ETH Center, on perseverance in research, the power of the ignorant creativity of the youth, scaffold-hopping and frequent hitter
Connecting and Empowering Early-Career Chemists
Dr. João Borges on his work with chemical societies
How Can a Firefly Glow?
The video explains how bioluminescence works in the firefly and why it glows at all
How Is an Etching Created?
Etching is a printing technique that combines art and chemistry
How to Make an Egg Transparent?
The video shows how to see the yolk in the egg without destroying the egg
What are Patents? How Do You Read Patents?
Research results are published not only as scientific literature, but also in the form of patents. The video shows how to read and use them
How Do Oil Paints Dry?
The drying process of oil-based paints can take several weeks to months or years. Why does it take so long?
What Are Face Masks Made of?
We use them all the time, but what are they actually made of? How does the filter effect work?