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Fireworks bursting into color…a birthday cake and colorful presents…tailgates at the game and decorations for the deep midwinter. For every rite of passage, every holiday, and every get-together, there’s an innovation in chemistry that lets you spend time with the people that matter most.
community
We partner with government agencies like the Department of Homeland Security to protect our ability to produce vital products and ensure the safety of community neighbors.
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The Science Behind the Cocktail
Have you ever wondered why some alcoholic drinks are carbonated? Why bartenders pour alcohol in first for a cocktail, followed by the mixer? Or if garnishes really influence the flavor of a drink? » learn more
preservation
The 230-foot long Vasa in Stockholm, Sweden, is the single largest object that has ever been preserved anywhere in the world. Chemistry was key to the process, providing the ingredients to keep the ancient warship intact. » learn more
preservation
To protect history, several major national treasures—including the Star-Spangled Banner, the Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence—are currently the objects of extensive preservation efforts. Chemistry is playing a major role in helping future generations view these artifacts. » learn more
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From advancements in prosthetic technology to pharmaceutical formulations, the business of chemistry is working every day towards advancing medicines and medical devices to make the lives of our soldiers more comfortable in the field and at home. » learn more
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