Research Articles
The Spirit of Inquiry: How 18th Century British Chemistry Forged a Scientific Revolution
Explore how 18th century British chemistry transformed from alchemy to modern science through experimentation, discovery of oxygen, and the development of chemical principles.
Neither Physics nor Chemistry: A History of Quantum Chemistry
Explore the fascinating history of quantum chemistry, a discipline that bridges physics and chemistry to explain molecular behavior at the quantum level.
One Chemical Revolution or Three? Rethinking Chemistry's History
Exploring the three fundamental transformations that shaped modern chemistry between the late 18th and 19th centuries.
Carbon Dreams: How Organic Chemistry Became High Technology, 1850–1950
Explore the transformative century when organic chemistry evolved from vitalism beliefs to high technology, revolutionizing dyes, pharmaceuticals, and materials.
A Vat of Scarlet and a Vat of Blue: The Colourful Chemistry of the 18th Century
Discover how natural dyes transformed fashion, trade, and technology in the 1700s through intricate chemistry and global trade networks.
1985: The Year Science Cracked the Code
How a Single 12-Month Period Revolutionized Genetics, Astronomy, and Our Planet's Health
Chemical Caravans: How Recipes & Reactions Shaped Our World
Explore the fascinating journey of chemical knowledge across cultures and continents, from medieval pigments to modern science.