Take a deep dive into how eight inventions shaped the human experience forever. You can read this technology tome with us this November. The Alchemy of Us brings together a range of topics, including ...

A New York Times article this morning, titled “How to Tell if Your AI Is Conscious,” says that in a new report, “scientists offer a list of measurable qualities” based on a “brand-new” science of ...

Alchemy in the Middle Ages was more than just the pursuit of gold – it was a blend of science, mysticism, and philosophy that captured the imagination of scholars across Europe. In this episode, we ...

For thousands of years, the practice of alchemy — chemically transforming minerals into gold — has been attempted and failed. While it is generally considered a pseudoscience by modern standards, ...

Philip Ball sits in front of a full bookcase and looks to his left. Philip Ball Credit: Mei de Greff In his newest offering, Ball turns back the clock to study alchemy. C&EN reporter Bethany Halford ...

A cartoon drawing shows a robed, bearded man with a pet weasel on his shoulder as he examines a piece of paper while sitting at a table containing a book, a flask, and a chunk of gold. Affirmation for ...