A short history of the discovery of hydrogen is given, together with its properties, uses and applications, and its importance in transport, from b
Alexander S. Cragg
Representations of atomic structure in the logos of atomic energy regulatory bodies do not follow the rules we teach in our science and chemistry c
Barend Vlaardingerbroek
The Institute of Physics is developing a framework that will give school students a rewarding and productive experience of physics and lasting skil
Charles Tracy
This article aims to introduce the lanthanides (also known as the lanthanoids) to teachers and their students.
Christopher Talbot
The use of the aufbau principle to predict the electron configurations of atoms (in their ground states), and therefore explain the layout of the p
Christopher Talbot
Calcium is vital for building bones and teeth, but it is also required to help transmit messages inside cells; its unusual solvation properties mak
David J. Timson
A review of methodologies for teaching the periodic table, focusing on effective techniques with an emphasis on implementation in the classroom.
David Read
Creating graphic novels to tell the 'stories' of the elements in the human body helps students trace the complex histories of atoms.
Eric Fishman
Creating periodic tables designed to motivate and help students learn about the elements and other aspects of STEM subjects, including STEM careers
Gavin McNeill
Spreading the word on the inspiration of Mendeleev with decorated shirts and illustrated talks.
Gordon Woods
A wide-ranging discussion of elements that are used to treat, prevent or diagnose disease, injury or illness.
Greg Scutt