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Chemistry Chronicles
Du Pont Strikes Paydirt at Purity Hall
Groundbreaking studies by Wallace Carothers paved the way for the development of nylon and neoprene.
David M. Kiefer

Health Perspectives
Exercise in Moderation
The “no pain, no gain” attitude is no longer welcome.
Linda Richards

Workplace Perspectives
Who Puts Bad Apples in the Barrel?
A study finds managers can make—and unmake—cynical employees.
John K. Borchardt

Computers in Chemistry
Chemicals, Files, and the Future

Instruments & Applications
Unifying Chromatography
Supercritical fluids provide the practical and theoretical link between LC and GC.
Mark S. Lesney

The Chemist's Bookshelf
Starry Sister
Julie L. McDowell

Profiles in Chemistry
Linus Pauling, a Scientist for the Ages
Pauling, one of “the 20 greatest scientists of all time”, was the only person to win two unshared Nobel prizes.
George B. Kauffman and Laurie M. Kauffman

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Industry Facts and Figures
Pittcon and Peers
Pittcon reflects the powerful pulse of the instrumentation industry, but it is not alone.
David Fillmore

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Meetings, conferences, and short courses

Regulations and You
The Clean Air Act Targets Engine Emissions
The EPA seeks to limit NO_x and SO_x emissions through new diesel fuel regulations.
Michael J. Felton

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