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How Does the Sun Affect Our Skin?
The skin is the largest organ in our body, covering our entire external body. It is made up of three different layers: the epidermis,...
Siena Kontopirakis
Jun 15, 20243 min read


The Chemistry Of Aromatherapy
Have you ever wondered why you instantly feel relaxed when entering a spa? It’s all expressed through aromatic compounds, which have...
Manayer Al Hosani
Jun 3, 20242 min read


Illuminating Nature: The Chemistry Behind Bioluminescence
From the depths of the ocean to the heart of dense forests– step into the world of bioluminescence, where organisms harness the power to...
Yurino Hisamori
May 28, 20242 min read


The Science of Forensic Chemistry: Analyzing Evidence in Criminal Investigations
“Every contact leaves a trace” is the basis for Edmund Locard’s Exchange Principle and what drives forensic science. Locard was a pioneer...
Sarah Foo
May 18, 20245 min read


Ideal Gas Law
The Ideal Gas Law, pV=nRT, is such a famous and fundamental equation that it is always taught in the first lesson of gasometry. Involving...
Toby He
May 2, 20243 min read


The Chemistry of Romantic Attraction
Do you believe in love at first sight? What does it mean when someone says - “love blinds”? Is it entirely psychological, or is it...
Tiffany Cheong
Mar 11, 20244 min read


Fashion and Chemistry: How are Chemicals Used in our Clothes?
From the fabric to the dyes, every garment contains numerous chemicals. Chemistry is highly prominent in fashion, primarily in material...
Tiffany Cheong
Feb 6, 20243 min read


The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle
Werner Heisenberg (1901-1976) is a prominent German theoretical physicist and one of the significant founders and pioneers of quantum...
Toby He
Jan 13, 20243 min read


Does caffeine really keep me awake?
Over 100,000 metric tons of caffeine are consumed worldwide every year, equivalent to the weight of 14 Eiffel Towers. Do you remember how...
Ally Liang
Oct 4, 20233 min read


The Age of Covid-19: Lateral Flow Tests
Recent technological developments have introduced the use of flowing systems, which allow chemicals to flow from one environment to...
Ally Liang
Sep 13, 20232 min read
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