The Chemical Element

In the International Year of Chemistry, prominent scientists highlight the major advances in the fight against the largest problems faced by humanity from the point of view of chemistry, showing how their science is essential to ensuring our long-term survival. Following the UN Millennium Development Goals, the authors examine the ten most critical areas, including energy, climate, food, water and health. All of them are opinion leaders in their fields, or high-ranking decision makers in national and international institutions. Intended to provide an intellectual basis for the future development of chemistry, this book is aimed at a wide readership including students, professionals, engineers, scientists, environmentalists and anyone interested in a more sustainable future.

Was kann die Chemie im Kampf gegen die größten Probleme der Menschheit ausrichten? Prominente Naturwissenschaftler nehmen dazu in diesem inspirierenden, vorausschauenden Band Stellung. Viel Stoff zum Nachdenken für jeden, der Nachhaltigkeit nicht nur als Lippenbekenntnis begreift!

The Chemical Element: Chemistry's Contribution to Our Global FutureCHEMISTRY FOR DEVELOPMENTChemistry, Innovation and ImpactPoverty and Disparities in Life ExpectancyThe Milennium Development GoalsScience, Technology and DevelopmentChemistry and DevelopmentScience and Technology for National DevelopmentCapacity Building: Some Key Requirements for Chemistry's Role in DevelopmentChemistry and Future Challenges to Health, Wealth and WellbeingConclusionsTHE ROLE OF CHEMISTRY IN ADDRESSING HUNGER AND FOOD SECURITYChemistry is the Backbone of Food and NutritionGlobal Hunger and Malnutrition in the World TodayHunger, Nutrition and the Food Security MandateChemistry's Influence on the Pillars of Food SecurityConclusionPOVERTYContribution of Chemistry to Social and Econimic DevelopmentConcept and Historical Evolution of PovertyAsymmetry of Poverty in the WorldCauses of PovertyPoverty, Malnutrition and Life ExpectancyStrategies against Poverty: A General Approach with Context-Specific SolutionsChemistry is Essential for Poverty AlleviationTHE HUMAN ELEMENT: CHEMISTRY EDUCATIONS'S CONTRIBUTION TO OUR GLOBAL FUTUREThe International Year of Chemistry Education ChallengeScene 1 - Chemistry to the Rescue of Threatened CommunitiesSequel to Scene 1 - An Education in ChemistryEquipping the Human Element with Relevant Education in, about and through ChemistryAn Example of Integrating Sustainability and Chemistry Education Curriculum: Visualizing the Chemistry Underlying Climate ChangeScene 2 - Chemistry Education and Our Global FutureTHE IMPACTS OF SYNTHETIC CHEMISTRY ON HUMAN HEALTHThe Molecules at the Origin of Drug DiscoveriesFrom Bench to Market PlaceGeneral Concepts of Drug DesignPatent Protection IssuesDrug Metabolism and Drug Resistance or Why Make Big Pills?Antibacterial AGentsAntiviral Agents: The Flu Virus Story: The Naissance of a Sugar-Based Flu DrugThe Viagra Story - Serendipity Leading to a Blockbuster DrugHuman Vaccines as a Prophylactic Health RemedyConclusionTHE GREENING OF CHEMISTRYIntroductionAreas of Green ChemistryMetrics in Green ChemistryConclusions and Future PerspectivesWATER: FOUNDATION FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTUREIntroductionWater Pollution and Water QualityWater Treatment TechnologiesConclusionsFACING THE ENERGY CHALLGENGES THROUGH CHEMISTRY IN A CHANGING WORLDIntroductionChemistry and the Role for Development of SocietyChemistry and Sustainable EnergySustainable Energy Scenarios and Climate ChangesNanomaterials for Sustainable EnergyBiofuelsTowards Solar FuelsConclusionsOZONE DEPLETION AND CLIMATE CHANGEIntroductionOzone in the AtmosphereThe Antarctic Ozone HoleArctic OzoneMontreal Protocol and BeyondOzone and Climate ChangePerspectivesResources