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Professor Sir John Cadogan was awarded the RSC Lord Lewis Prize 2010 in recognition of his distinguished research in organic chemistry and his wide-ranging, distinctive and significant contributions in industry and public service.

In the 21st century, even the toughest of metals are now being replaced by synthetic carbon-based materials that are so strong, light, and resistant to high temperatures that they can be used in the construction of high-performance aircraft.  How....

This talk shows how scientists use structural and modelling techniques to help understand the fascinating properties of crystalline materials.

The discoverer of these really useful reactions talks about their discovery and development.

Talk starts at 24:00 minutes.  The wonderful world of catalysis.

Professor Monique Simmonds talks about the use of plants and fungi as sources of sustainably harvested medicines

Alec Jeffreys presents the origins of DNA fingerprinting through to the latest developments and their social impact

Distinguished Polar Scientist, Prof Susan Solomon, presents evidence that unusually cold weather doomed Captain Scott and his men in 1911-12.

The lecture by Professor Simon Lovestone showed how current research in dementia holds great promise both in trying to understand the mechanisms to find new treatments and in researching biomarkers to help identify the condition at an earlier stage.....

Professor Andy Abbott looked at the changes in the artist's pallet from natural pigments through the work of the alchemist and the chemist

A panel of experts discussed the powerful effects that fragrances have on enhancing lives, rehabilitation and triggering reactions and memories.