Read article: Making molecules with superheavy elements could shake up the periodic table
New atom-by-atom technique demonstrated for the first time with nobelium might ensure that elements at the bottom of the table are grouped correctly
Read article: Microwaves slow down chemical reactions at low temperatures
Radiation affects quantum states of carbon monoxide
Read article: Splitting water takes more energy than theory predicts – and now scientists know why
Flips in the orientation of water molecules explain sluggish reaction speeds
Read article: Scientists uncover hidden properties of rare-earth element promethium
The first observation of a promethium complex in solution represents a significant advance in rare-earth research
Read article: Scientists identify a ‘sugar world’ beyond Neptune
The surface of a Kuiper Belt object called Arrokoth is rich in glucose, ribose and other sweet molecules
Read article: Organic molecule from trees excels at seeding clouds, CERN study reveals
Sesquiterpene creates cloud-forming particles
Read article: Quantum superchemistry emerges in the laboratory
Chemical reactions speed up when reactants are in the same quantum state, confirming theoretical predictions
Read article: Building blocks of DNA could survive in Venus’ corrosive clouds, say astronomers
All five nucleic acids remain stable in concentrated sulphuric acid, and could form the basis for an alternative way of encoding life
Read article: Quantum processors still struggle to simulate complex molecules
Latest results show that classical computers retain an edge when simulating quantum chemistry problems – at least for now
Read article: Solving the mystery of the Alhambra’s purple gold
Gold nanoparticles are forming in ceiling decorations at this masterpiece of Islamic architecture
