In Modum, Norway, a unique cobalt pigment production site named Blue colour works can be found, which was designated as an EuChemS Landmark due to the significant technological developments that took place there. These developments were related to production of blue pigment from cobalt – both as ready-made pigment and its raw product – with arsenic as a by-product in the 18-19th century. Today, the location consists of 60 well preserved buildings reminding us to the achievements reached here.
Lithuanian-born scientist and natural philosopher of German ethnicity, Theodor von Grotthuss (1785–1822) conducted his experiments in the Grotthuss Laboratory in Lithuania. The EuChemS Historical Landmark Award recognises the importance of this location, as it hosted Grotthuss’ experiments that eventually led to the establishment of the first theory of electrolysis in 1805 and to the formulation of the first law of photochemistry in 1817.
Alongside the announcement of the recipients of the 2023 EuChemS Historical Landmark Awards, EuChemS also travelled to Altafulla, Catalonia, Spain, to inaugurate the EuChemS Historical Landmark Plaque at the Hospital of Pilgrims, the awards 2022 recipient. You will be able to read more about the outstanding inauguration ceremony in next month’s EuChemS Magazine Plus – so keep an eye out for its release.
