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According to an article in Gay Times, there have been up to 1,000 deaths related to chemsex in the past decade. The article discusses the challenges faced by those involved in chemsex, including the fear of police response instead of medical help during emergencies. The secretive nature of the chemsex scene makes it difficult to obtain accurate data on the harms caused. The article emphasizes the need for greater awareness and support for those affected, including women and the broader LGBTQIA+ community. The decline of queer spaces and the rise of at-home testing kits contribute to the challenges faced by the chemsex community. London's 56 Dean Street sexual health clinic has been a leader in providing specialized services for those involved in chemsex, but there is a need for more comprehensive support services after the passing of the project's founder. Darren Murphy, a former service user, is working to fill this gap by connecting LGBTQIA+ organizations to provide holistic services. While similar clinics have been established in Merseyside and Manchester, there is still a lack of dedicated services in other areas with large LGBTQIA+ populations. The article concludes by highlighting the need for more awareness, funding, and support to address the significant public health issue of chemsex-related harms, including fatalities. [Extracted from the article]

The latest statistics from the National Science Foundation show that during 2001, research and development investment continued to expand, only slightly slower than in 2000. Total spending increased 8.9 percent to $32.7 billion. Much of the spending was in life sciences, accounting for more than 50 percent of funding, as opposed to 3.1 percent for chemistry.

Chemists, medical professionals, sociologist, and other experts are exploring the relationship of brain chemistry (especially serotonin, hormone, and lead levels), brain damage, genetics, and environmental factors that can lead people to become aggressive and ultimately violent.

The article discusses theories of what causes amyloid diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other degenerative age-related diseases. Researchers think that pores or ion channels made of amyloid proteins could be the cause.

The Carnegie Institution has existed for 100 years, and with thoughtful management, has continued to remain a vital part of the scientific community by not hindering scientific research.

With an increase of online scientific data from publishers, universities, and traditional information providers, powerful search engines will become more important. Includes sidebar listing web sites and services.

Disabled chemists are benefiting from increased awareness of their needs, and offering employment thanks partly to the 'American with Disabilities Act.'

The science of bread making is a key concern of food chemists who are still intrigued by the processes that are at the heart of the bakery products industry. Researchers at Kansas State University are conducting studies into bread and flour aimed at understanding the ancient tradition.

The American Chemical Society presented awards sponsored by Dow Chemical Co., DuPont Pharmaceuticals Co., ExxonMobil Research & Engineering Co., ExxonMobil Chemical Co., Supelco Inc., Shell Oil Foundation, Alpha Chi Sigma Fraternity, Fischer Scientific Co., and the Camille & Henry Dreyfus Foundation to the following people: Magid A. Abou-Gharbia, Paul S. Anderson, John N. Armor, John D. Baldeschwielder, Ernst Bayer, Alexis T. Bell, Carolyn R. Bertozzi, Klaus Biemann, Christina Bodurow Erwin, and Joan F. Brennecke.

Industry continues to contribute the majority of funds for research and development in the United States, while government funding declines.

The chemical industry continues to see the growth of online editions of chemistry periodicals. The new online journals are now mentioned in the print journals and their articles indexed and abstracted in leading chemical publications and databases.

Seven newly employed chemists discuss their experiences seeking academic posts.

Scientists investigate what creates the sense of taste and what determines whether a person likes or dislikes a certain flavor.

The criteria for an article being published in a science journal are discussed.

Mutiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) is considered by many as an illness characterized by hypersensitivity to different chemicals manifested by a number of symptoms. A person develops MCS when exposed to chemicals such as gasoline vapors, insecticides or pesticides, paint, thinner, smoke, nail polish, hair spray and other fragrances. Some scientists believe that symptoms are psychomatic and is triggered by stress, which may affect different organ systems including the mucous membranes, joints and muscles, gastrointestinal tract and respiratory system.

Researchers in the food-packaging industry are developing a technology designed to provide passive protection while actively improving food quality. Packaging developments emphasize on passive barriers, in which materials are usually combined for improved barrier and structural properties. Examples of these developments include flexible high-barrier materials that significantly reduce the rate of oxygen transfer to the food such as squeezable ketchup bottles.