Moment of truth for UK gigafactory
As C&I goes to press, a decision on whether Tata is to locate its planned battery gigafactory in the UK is expected imminently. Tata, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, is reportedly deciding between a site in Bridgewater, Somerset, and one in Spain.
Applied chemistry
Read the latest applied chemistry highlights for June 2023 by Nigel P Freestone | University of Northampton, UK.
Organic chemistry
Read the organic chemistry highlights for June 2023 written by G. Richard Stephenson, University of East Anglia, UK.
Confused taxonomy
Sustainability is very much at the top of most industry and governmental agendas. But the application of legislation to achieve a national goal of sustainability is as complicated as any other approach to meeting national goals, and further complicated by a nation’s particular position in the international world.
Smart cancer drug trial goes remote
An upcoming clinical trial in the US could provide a promising new treatment option for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. The new targeted therapy will be available to patients across the country, from the comfort of their own home.
UK blocks animal testing for cosmetics
The UK government has confirmed that it will not grant any new licences for animal testing of chemicals exclusively intended for use as ingredients in cosmetics.
Painting the town cool
An ultra-cooling paint that a father and son began developing in their garage has attracted international investment.
From antibiotic flop to protector of crops
A failed antibiotic molecule could have a new use in herbicides.