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Exploring new elements and creating greener plastics

Inorganic chemist Saurabh Chitnis is expanding our knowledge of the elements and developing low-carbon plastics.

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Published: 1/21/2026
Updated: 1/22/2026
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When you start studying chemistry, one of the first things you learn about is the periodic table—the chart of all known chemical elements. While the existence of this carefully organized chart may lead the casual observer to think we are well acquain...

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Mike Chen2 hours ago

Finally some real action on climate change. This legislation is long overdue and I hope it passes quickly despite the opposition from oil-dependent provinces.

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Jennifer Walsh3 hours ago

As someone who works in Alberta's energy sector, I'm concerned about the economic impact. The transition fund sounds good in theory but will it actually help workers like me?