Back Issue
Volume 85, Number 28: July 9, 2007
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Table of Contents
- News of the Week
- Business
- Government & Policy
- Science & Technology
- Books
- ACS News
- Meetings
- Awards
- Editor's Page
- The Departments
Cover Story
Electronic Chemicals
The electronics industry's move to next-generation computer chips is challenging the ingenuity of chemical suppliers.
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News of the Week
Huntsman Receives New Takeover Bid
Specialty chemical maker Hexion bests Basell's offer by 8%.
South Korea Trade Pact
Chemical makers say agreement will boost U.S. exports to fast-growing Asian market.
Low Cost Catalysis
Researchers substitute inexpensive metal sulfide for precious metal in hrdrogen-producing reaction.
Styrenics Unite
Lanxess-Ineos joint venture is latest move in a rapidly consolidating sector.
Ancient Climates
Study of Antarctic ice core yields temperature record dating back 800,000 years.
Biofuels Push
Several companies launch projects to turn renewable materials ranging from algae to manure into renewable energy.
Pharma-Biotech Deal
Novartis expands its vaccines portfolio through a sweeping $366 million deal with Intercell.
Books
Bhopal Revisited
An insider looks at the chemical and politico-economic factors behind the tragedy.
ACS News
Perspective: Chemistry's Long Tail
Three books describe a future for working chemists. Engage your fellow members by commenting on this perspective.
ACS Comment
Borders are increasingly incidental to ACS members.
Meetings
C&EN Calendar Of Meetings & Events
Awards
Students Win Green Chemistry Award
Hancock Award goes to Arani Chanda and Jennifer Haghpanah.
» Business
July 9, 2007
Thirst For Power
Investors bet on advances in battery technology for electronics and cars.
Bracing For 'K'
Producers, suppliers ready wares for triennial plastics showcase.
Insights: Sweet Chemistry
Trial pitting Splenda against Equal brings science to the courtroom.
Business Concentrates
- Daicel and Novasep Link for Chromatography Services
- Huntsman to Buy Dyes, Intermediates Business
- DSM Nutrition Unit Cuts Costs ...
- ... And Purchases Cosmetics Firm
- Sasol Will Idle Two Detergent Plants
- Arkema Will Acquire Polymer Firm Coatex
- HTE Expands Its Heidelberg Offices
- Rhodia Is Fined By Stock Regulators
- Chemical Shipments Show Little Change
- Bayer Completes A Sale And Purchase
- BioVectra Awarded SyntheMed Contract
- Biogen Idec Licenses Heart Failure Drug
- Sanofi-Aventis Pulls Drug Application
- Business Roundup
» Government & Policy
July 9, 2007
DHS Speaks To Chemical Industry
Summit on security regulations gives instructions and advice on what to expect.
Agency's Actions Set Off Fireworks
Drive to eliminate illegal explosive devices has gone too far, fireworks hobbyists say.
Government & Policy Concentrates
» more government & policy news...
» Science & Technology
July 9, 2007
What's That Stuff? Leather
Tanning turns raw hide into a useful, durable product.
Green For the Greater Good
Presidential awards honor chemical advances that promote pollution prevention and sustainability.
Inside Instrumentation
Partnerships between manufacturers and academic researchers advance instrument development.
