Ritz Library: Chemistry: Websites

Open Access Chemistry Databases and Websites

BRENDA
Enzyme information database.
BMC Chemistry
An independent, open access journal operated by BioMed, committed to providing peer-reviewed chemical research. Formerly Chemistry Central Journal.
ChemSpider
From the Royal Society of Chemistry, a free chemical structure database.
ChemTube3D: Chemistry resources
ChemTube3D contains interactive 3D animations and structures, with supporting information for some of the most important topics covered during an undergraduate chemistry degree.
Khan Academy: Chemistry
Free videos explaining atoms, the periodic table, reactions, states of matter, and more.
PubChem
Information on the biological activities of small molecules. Information retrieved from PubChem Substance, Compound, and BioAssay; further information via PubMed literature also linked.
RCSB Protein Data Bank
An information portal to biological macromolecular structures.
Science.gov
Gateway to authoritative U.S. government science information; explore selected science websites by topic.
Toxnet
As part of a broader NLM reorganization, most of NLM's toxicology information services have been integrated into other NLM products and services.
WebElements
The periodic table on the web; includes information about the chemical elements.
Wired Chemist
Contains animations, introductory chemistry information, modules on important topics in chemistry, demonstrations of laboratory techniques, NMR spectral data and problems, and more. The site is aimed at students as well as professionals.

American Chemical Society
The ACS is committed to “Improving people’s lives through the transforming power of chemistry.” Includes links to products, services and other information.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
A leading organization for chemical engineering professionals.
International Union of Crystallography
Promotes international cooperation in crystallography and contributes to all aspects of crystallography research and methods.
National Science Teaching Association
A member-driven organization that publishes books and journals for science teachers from kindergarten through college.
Royal Society of Chemistry
The largest organization in Europe for advancing the chemical sciences.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Air and water quality, wastes and pollution, green living, ecosystems, effects of chemicals on human health; laws and regulations.

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