Saint Albert the Great: A precursor to modern chemistry 15 November marks the feast day of Saint Albert the Great, a medieval thinker whose influence extends beyond philosophy and theology. Although he is better known today for his work in these fields, Saint Albert the Great was also a pioneer in chemical science, anticipating concepts and techni…

This past 23rd October, Mole Day was celebrated, a very important date for chemistry and science in general. But what is a mole? For those unfamiliar with the term, a mole is a unit of measurement used in chemistry to represent the amount of substance in a sample. One mole represents 6.022 x 10^23 particles of a substance.The importance of the mol…

At CymitQuimica, we are passionate about scientific breakthroughs that push the boundaries of knowledge and have a lasting impact on research and development. The Nobel Prize 2024 winners in Physiology or Medicine, Physics, and Chemistry have been honored for their cutting-edge contributions to science. These discoveries hold the potential to resh…

Peptides are chains of amino acids linked by amide bonds, similar to proteins but with fewer than 100 amino acids. Their application as therapeutic agents offers notable advantages due to their high specificity and activity, making them a promising future in the medical field.Currently, peptide chemistry is evolving beyond its initial role in basi…

TargetMol, one of our brands, offers Compound Libraries with over 8000 small molecule compounds of different types, structures, and scales, aimed at enhancing performance in new drug discovery. These libraries are widely used by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies in complementary screening strategies.What are Compound Libraries?A c…

Every year, World Cystic Fibrosis Day aims to raise awareness about this genetic disease that affects thousands of people. At CymitQuímica, we support researchers who are working to improve the quality of life for patients.Understanding Cystic FibrosisCystic fibrosis is a genetic disease caused by mutations in the CFTR gene, leading to the build-u…

Gelest offers a wide range of inert silicone materials with data provided on their thermal, rheological, electrical, mechanical, and optical properties. These compounds, thanks to their engineering and design properties, are suitable for applications in heat transfer, mechanical, lubricants, dielectric, optical, and smart fluids. The term "smart f…

On 1 August, we celebrate World RNA Day, a date dedicated to raising awareness and educating people about the importance of this molecule in biology and modern medicine.RNA, or ribonucleic acid, is an essential molecule for life, playing a crucial role in protein synthesis and the regulation of gene expression. This special day highlights the scie…

World Brain Day is celebrated every year on 22 July with the aim of raising awareness in society about the importance of this vital organ and promoting research in neuroscience.The brain is the control centre of all bodily and cognitive functions, being responsible for our ability to think, feel, remember, learn, move, and much more.The study of t…

At CymitQuimica, we offer a wide variety of brands that provide essential chemical reagents for research in your laboratories. The following chemical reagents are used in various scientific applications, such as organic synthesis, chemical analysis, and experimental development.Below, key brands are described:Alfa Aesar-Thermo Scientific Chemicals…