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Chemistry World @chemistryworld.com · Oct 16

Columnist Derek Lowe's exploration of using 'crystal sponge' x-ray diffraction to characterise drug metabolites was ultimately unsuccessful. But the dazzling parade of colourful crystals he made in the process reinforced the joyfulness of making new things.

‘Making MOFs is the most fun I have ever had in the lab’

A personal connection to the 2025 Nobel prize in chemistry

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October 16, 2025 at 12:13 PM

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📸 | ‘Another Place’ by Antony Gormley at Crosby Beach 🌅

Photo by Kevin Elias

October 14, 2025 at 6:58 PM

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Compound Interest | Chemistry infographics

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Today is #NationalNanotechnologyDay 🔬

Here's a look at some of the big jobs tiny particles can do in @cenmag.bsky.social

cen.acs.org/articles/94/...

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This is an infographic explaining the chemistry behind nanotechnology in a few consumer products, including silver nanoparticles for antimicrobial uses, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide nanoparticles in sunscreens, carbon nanotubes in sports equipment and quantum dots in televisions.

October 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM

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Chemistry World

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The day after MOFs won the Nobel prize, what they can do is on everyone's lips. Find out how AI is involved in the future of this fascinating concept – even involving Meta.

AI enables quicker search for MOFs to soak up carbon dioxide

Thousands of candidates screened allowing the best to be investigated experimentally

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October 9, 2025 at 8:54 AM

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📸 | Just 4 local lads walking off into the sunset #TheBeatles 🌅

Photo by Images By Joe

October 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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Compound Interest | Chemistry infographics

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We're firmly into autumn in the Northern Hemisphere, so it's once again time to share one of my favourite chemistry infographics on the kaleidoscope of chemical colours found in autumn leaves! 🍂
www.compoundchem.com/2014/09/11/a...

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Infographic on the chemistry of the colours of autumn leaves. Green is caused by chlorophyll, carotenoids and flavonoids give yellows, and oranges come from carotenoids, which also contribute to reds along with anthocyanins.

October 6, 2025 at 7:49 PM

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ScouseScene

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The Galeón Andalucía and the Liverpool skyline 🏙️

📸 Eagle Eye Imagery

October 6, 2025 at 8:06 PM

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🐦 | A tale of the Liver Birds & the Hidden Birds of the City.

A Tale of the Liver Birds & the Hidden Birds of the City

The Liver Birds have held position across Liverpool's breathtaking skyline since 1911. Learn more about the history of the Liver Birds.

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October 5, 2025 at 7:26 PM

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Sunset over Anfield 🌅

📸 Richard Storey

October 5, 2025 at 8:01 PM

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🙌 | Looking for free things to do in Liverpool? Whether you’re a local or just visiting, the city offers plenty of cost-free attractions and activities to enjoy.

EXPLORE NOW 👉 bit.ly/45mpsXp

October 5, 2025 at 7:05 AM

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Around 70 of the best independent traders will be heading to St George’s Hall today to showcase a vast array of stunning and unique products. 🏛️

St George’s Hall Artisan Market returns this Sunday

Around 70 of the region’s best independent traders will descend on Liverpool’s iconic St George’s Hall this Sunday.

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October 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM

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Thrilled to be working on this one with @africaoye.bsky.social & @liverpoolphil.bsky.social

The incredible AFEL BOCOUM returns to Liverpool!

Africa Oyé @africaoye.bsky.social · Oct 3

20 years since playing Africa Oyé, the brilliant Afel Bocoum returns to Liverpool!

Musical companion to Mali's late great desert blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré, & one of the Sahel's most beloved artists.

www.liverpoolphil.com/whats-on/con...

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October 3, 2025 at 8:30 AM

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ScouseScene

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When it comes to culture, heritage, and world-class exhibitions, Liverpool museums stand among the best in the UK. 🏛️

Top Liverpool Museums You Should Visit

When it comes to culture, heritage, and world-class exhibitions, Liverpool museums stand among the best in the UK.

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September 28, 2025 at 12:24 PM

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📸 | The Galeón Andalucía in Liverpool last night 🏴‍☠️

Photo by Gregg Wolstenholme

September 26, 2025 at 7:10 PM

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University of Liverpool News

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NEWS | After 5 years of closure, the Tate Hall Museum at the University's Victoria Gallery & Museum has reopened.

It’s back brighter than ever with the launch of Lightbulb moments💡

A free exhibition celebrating Liverpool’s great ideas & discoveries⬇️

news.liverpool.ac.uk/2025/09/12/t...

A young woman looks into a display cabinet that contains a gorilla skeleton

Two people look at a wall that displays posters of Liverpool popstars

Three young people look into display cabinets that contain archival documents

Three young people stand in a large hall with wooden beams in the roof. One of them takes a photograph on their phone of a dolphin skeleton that is hanging from the ceiling. There is also a wooden display case in front of them.

September 12, 2025 at 10:09 AM

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⚓️ | Liverpool has welcomed an extraordinary visitor, the Galeón Andalucía, a full-scale reconstruction of the iconic Spanish galleons.

READ MORE 👉 tinyurl.com/5an4bu58