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The chemistry of henna
Just in case all 2% of you want to nerd out like I do. I submit to you: the chemical reactions of henna, and why you should use an acidic substance when mixing henna dye.
cis-Norbornene-5,6-dicarboxylic anhydride
The product formed in a Diels-Alder reaction of cyclopentadiene and maleic anhydride.
Ethanol-Induced Craniofacial Malformations
A review paper of the developmental basis of certain craniofacial malformations associated with fetal alcohol syndrome.
From the Komodo dragon’s mouth: bacteria or venom?
No sooner had I told someone that Komodo dragons use deadly bacteria—not venom—to kill their prey was a study released that could prove me wrong. Although there is some debate, this article reported yesterday that ...
Why your zebrafish may not be breeding
Tackling the common problems when first breeding zebrafish (Danio rerio).
Terrifying Creatures
Insects that really get under your skin. Published in “Reporter” on October 31, 2008.
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