RSC Books

🎆 Happy Guy Fawkes Night! 🎆 🎇 As fireworks light up the skies tonight, ever wondered what makes those dazzling colours and spectacular effects possible? Discover the science behind the magic with 📚 The Chemistry of Fireworks by Michael S. Russell 📚 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ePwMa--z 📝 This concise and accessible book explores: 💡 The history and chemistry of gunpowder 💡 Principles behind rockets, shells, fountains, sparklers, and more 💡 Special effects like sound, coloured smoke, and electrical firing 💡 Safety and legislation for fireworks displays Perfect for A-level students or anyone curious about the fascinating world of pyrotechnics. 📖 “A worthwhile addition to the pyrotechnist's library.” – Fireworks 📖 “A useful source of information which makes absorbing reading.” – Angewandte Chemie

✅Published This Week! 📖 This book is intended to contribute knowledge regarding nanocomposite based catalysts and their application in organic reactions among undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as academic and industry personnel working in the fields of materials science, organic chemistry and nanotechnology. Edited by Sarat Kumar Swain. 🧪 Nanotechnology offers an excellent opportunity to develop catalysts and establish potential synthetic routes for preparing organic molecules for the replacement of conventional catalysts, to meet the criteria of green chemistry and to make sustainable and economical catalytic platforms. In this context, nanocomposite based catalysts serve as prominent materials to smoothly carry out organic reactions owing to their maximum catalytic action, shorter reaction time, high yield, great selectivity, reduced waste generation, easy separation method and more recyclable nature. The main focus of this book is to provide a comprehensive idea of sustainable heterogeneous nanocomposite systems, their preparation procedure and physico-chemical characteristics. Additionally, the application of polymer, carbon, metal, and biomolecule based nanocomposite catalysts in the field of organic synthesis is included. Further, this book also includes a discussion of the utility, need and advantages of nanocomposites in different organic reactions such as oxidation, photochemical reactions, coupling reactions, rearrangements, condensation, heterocyclic molecule formation and a diverse range of name reactions. 🤯 🙂Read the first chapter for free on our website: https://lnkd.in/e4EhbdKU #RSCBooks #NanoscienceAndNanotechnology #Catalysis

🗓️ On This Day – 3rd November 1863 The first patent for antifouling paint was granted—marking a turning point in the battle against marine biofouling and corrosion. These early coatings helped ships move faster and last longer, but they were often toxic and short-lived. 🚢 Fast forward to 2025, and the science of corrosion protection has come a long way. 📘 The Royal Society of Chemistry’s recent book, Polymers as Corrosion Inhibitors: Principles to Applications, explores how polymeric materials are now at the forefront of sustainable, high-performance corrosion control. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/es-J23gf From copper-based antifouling paints to intelligent polymeric inhibitors—this is a story of innovation, sustainability, and scientific progress. #OnThisDay #RSCBooks #CorrosionScience #Polymers #MaterialsScience #HistoryOfScience

🎃 Happy Halloween from RSC Books! 🧛♂️🧪 As the nights grow darker, it's the perfect time to settle in with a book that delves into the strange and spine-chilling, all through the lens of science. 👻 Check-out a couple of our books that we think are perfect! 🦇 Vampirology: The Science of Horror’s Most Famous Fiend Sink your teeth into the biology, chemistry, and cultural history of vampires. This book unpacks the science behind the myth—from blood to immortality—and is a must-read for horror fans and science lovers alike. 📖 https://lnkd.in/eJfR4RWh ☠️ Poisonous Tales: A Forensic Examination of Poisons in Literature Dangerous, dark and difficult to detect, poisons have been a common character in literature from ancient times to the modern day. Discover the captivating truth in the texts and how real-life tragedies can replicate themselves in fiction. 📖 https://lnkd.in/exu5tjPB Whether you're a fan of the macabre or just curious about the science behind the stories, these titles offer a thrilling read this spooky season. #RSCBooks #halloween #spooky #horror #chemistry

Discover the exciting chemistry of Polyoxometalates in our latest Foundations title The unique properties of Polyoxometalates, discovered over the last century, have allowed them to find applications in catalysis, reaction technology, biochemistry and biomedicine. Soluble in water, they offer opportunities for greener and more sustainable processes Read the first chapter for free or order your own copy from our website: https://lnkd.in/eN-bYHwS #RSCBooks #Foundations

It’s almost time for Lab Innovations 2025…Will we see you there? Don’t miss our theatre programme, full of engaging talks from renowned scientists. We’ll also be attending on stand F92, so please come and have a chat with our friendly team. This event is a great chance to find out more about the support available to you through the RSC, as well as make some new connections and meet others working in your industry. Register now to save your space at this exciting event: https://rsc.li/4onZcUD #LabInnovations2025

✅Published Today! 📖 This book presents new techniques and materials showing promise in mitigating corrosion in implants, with new opportunities for clinical translation from the laboratory to industry. Edited by Ashish Kumar and Abhinay Thakur. 🦷 Modern biomedical implants have made a positive contribution to patient quality of life, but their eventual corrosion limits their longevity and efficacy. New developments in surface engineering techniques show promise in extending corrosion resistance in implants, and the development of biocompatible and biodegradable materials offers new opportunities in the development of implants. Beginning with an overview of corrosion mechanisms and current approaches to surface modification methods, this book also presents the practical applications of the latest materials and techniques available. With an emphasis on clinical translation, covering orthopaedic, dental, cardiovascular, and neural implants, the book bridges the gap between research and clinical practice. With expert contributions from around the globe, the editors aim to inspire future innovation and collaboration between researchers, industry professionals, and clinicians. 🤓 🏭 🫀 🙂Read the first chapter for free on our website: https://lnkd.in/eJEFCaaX #RSCBooks #BiomedicalImplants #SurfaceEngineering

Outstanding contributions take place every day across the chemical sciences. #RSCPrizes are your chance to recognise that work. Nominations are open now across a wide range of categories 👉 Make your nomination here ▶️ https://rsc.li/4nglvdC

🔓 Open access is at the core of our mission to help the chemical sciences make the world a better place. We have lots of exciting titles coming soon that will be available fully open access. 👀Look out for forthcoming books on: 🧪 The Sustainability of Science 🔎 Ethical and Equitable Citizen Science 📦 Innovations in Sustainable Plastic Packaging #RSCBooks #OAWeek #OpenAccessWeek