Alkenyl halides are some of the most useful building blocks for synthesizing small organic molecules. A catalyst has now allowed their direct preparation from widely available alkenes using the cross-metathesis reaction. See Article p.459
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This Florida egret doesn't mind tossing a few of its chicks to the alligators. (credit: Audobon Society)
Everybody loves a cute picture of a baby bird, which is why the Internet is packed with shots of these tiny balls of fluff, watched over by their adoring parents. Nature's reality, however, is a lot less adorable. Many...
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Warning: This post will contain mild spoilers about the new X-Files series.
Fox has released a 20-minute look behind the scenes of The X-Files.
