INTEREST in organic identification work in the University of Illinois was first aroused by Prof. C. G. Derick- in 1908, and the course was developed by Prof. O. Kamm, whose book on the subject ...

The Constitution and Physical, Chemical and other Properties of the Principal Carbon Compounds and Their Derivatives, together with Relevant Literature References. Edited by Dr. J. R. A.

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Chinese scientists have found abiotic organic compounds in the ocean crust, shedding light on deep-sea carbon cycles and life ...

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Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are essential airborne signals or odors that enable plants to communicate with other organisms and plants across short and long distances. A key aspect of this ...

Detection of hazardous PAHs in foodstuffs is vital to keep consumers safe. We spoke to Dr. Mariosimone Zoccali about a new, ...

Scientists have proven that a fundamental rule of organic chemistry isn't as unbreakable as everyone thought. Here's what it ...

Plants communicate through volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that help them respond to herbivorous pest attacks. This review ...

The Valero Refining Co. has been fined the largest-ever penalty by Bay Area air quality regulators for a history of toxic ...

An artificial nose can distinguish 6 volatile organic compounds 96% of the time & differentiate grapes bought yesterday from ...

You give plenty of thought to how your home looks, sounds and even smells. But beyond just odors, you need to give serious ...