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Analytica 2026: conference and roadshow report

Latest trends and new technologies from Munich: Join Andrew Todd at Analytica 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for laboratory technology, analysis, biotechnology and diagnostics

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Andrew Todd

How dairy and plant proteins interact to stabilise food emulsions

Understanding how dairy and plant proteins interact at interfaces is key to designing stable food emulsions.

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Szofia Lenart

Obituary - Ian Graves

In memory of Ian Graves, who died in an accident while surfing at his beloved Whale Bay, Raglan.

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Supplied

Two brothers in chemistry - Graeme and Ross Gainsford

In memory of two brothers who made important contributions to New Zealand’s chemistry scene. Graeme Gainsford and his younger brother, Ross, both passed away following illnesses.

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Neil Milestone

Biogas upgrading to renewable natural gas: a mini review of technologies and pathways

Biogas can be upgraded into high‑quality renewable natural gas by removing impurities through complementary technologies, since no single method efficiently handles all components.

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Mohammadjavad Ghasemia

Commercialisation of aptasensors: can we improve small-molecule detection?

Aptamers offer a stable, easily synthesized alternative to antibodies, but technical hurdles in real‑world conditions have kept most aptasensors confined to laboratory use despite broad exploratory applications.

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Bruce Chilton

New data provides opportunities for wildfire hazard analysis

New research from the Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao aims to improve New Zealand’s wildfire preparedness and response.

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Bioeconomy Science Institute

President’s column

Supporting Science

Comment from the President

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Michael Edmonds

Obituary: Ward Thomas Robinson, 22 April 1937 - 9 April 2026

For Ward, crystallography was not just work. It was his hobby and his passion. His patience, enthusiasm and endless assistance to others is a legacy felt around the world.

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Why choose chemistry as a career path?

This article explores the reasons why chemists choose to study chemistry and how this information might better guide chemists and chemistry educators to encourage and support interest in chemistry from students.

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Michael Edmonds

The purpurati: Tyrian purple and its social pretensions

This article explores the premier dye of antiquity, Tyrian purple, through its chemistry and significance as a status symbol.

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Darren A. Saunders

President’s column

Why Chemistry?

Comment from the President

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Michael Edmonds

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