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Chemistry World June 25, 2012	Chemistry in Evolution In "Evolution's Destiny," the authors explore the role of chemistry in evolution, and in particular the changing role of inorganic elements in the evolution of the ecosystem.
Chemistry World June 24, 2012	An Invaluable Resource In the new edition of "Organic Syntheses Based on Name Reactions: A Practical Guide to 750 Transformations," the authors deliver a comprehensive guide to named reactions in organic synthesis.
Chemistry World June 21, 2012 David Allan Feller	Discussing perspectives on the sublime Beyond the Finite: the Sublime in Art and Science edited by Hoffmann and Whyte compiles four essays in hopes of raising new discourses in science based on aesthetic considerations shared with art.
Chemistry World June 20, 2012 Hamish Kidd	Not to be sniffed at Not to be Sniffed at: Scent and Chemistry: The Molecular World of Odors by Ohloff and others begins with an introduction to the history of odors and the molecular basis of olfaction, including structure -- odor relationships.
Fast Company Jul/Aug 2012	The Recommender: Susan Cain, Cindy Au And More On What They're Loving This Month Some recommendations for entertainment and information include The Legend of Korra, The London Review of Books, and Newspaperclub.com
HBS Working Knowledge June 20, 2012 Scott A. Snook et al.	Teaching Leadership: What We Know The field of leadership education has reached a critical stage. After several decades of experimentation, "The Handbook for Teaching Leadership," is intended to be a foundational reference for educators facing this increasingly important challenge.
Chemistry World June 18, 2012 Paul Yates	Maths for all 17 Equations That Changed the World by Ian Stewart is one of those books that might not immediately attract the attention of chemists, but which on closer inspection does contain much material that is relevant to the discipline.
Chemistry World June 17, 2012 Adam Mackridge	Catching the cheats Run, Swim, Throw, Cheat by Chris Cooper is an interesting and informative book detailing the scientific basis behind substance use in enhancing sports performance.
Chemistry World June 14, 2012 Nina Notman	A celebration of chemistry Simon Cotton's latest book, Every Molecule Tells a Story, is -- in his own words -- 'a celebration of molecules and of chemistry' aimed at school and university students, and their teachers.
Chemistry World May 2, 2012 Derry Jones	A Charismatic Genius Pierre-Gilles de Gennes: A Life in Science by Laurence Plevert, describes the scientist who won a Nobel Prize for theoretical physics, but he also made advances in physical chemistry.
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