The development of efficient and reliable gas detection sensors plays a crucial role in ensuring safety in various industries. In Australia, a team of engineers from RMIT University, the University of Melbourne, and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems (TMOS) has recently made a breakthrough in gas detection technology. They have successfully
Chemistry
In a groundbreaking development, the research group led by Prof. Polshettiwar at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) in Mumbai has pioneered a novel catalyst that defies the common instability of reduction catalysts in the presence of air. This “plasmonic reduction catalyst stable in air” combines platinum-doped ruthenium clusters with “plasmonic black gold.” The unique
The University of Massachusetts Amherst research team has achieved a significant breakthrough in the modeling and understanding of intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs) and their spontaneous phase separation. IDPs are critical in numerous biological functions and are linked to cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and infectious diseases. However, studying and describing the process of phase separation has been
The traditional understanding of protein formation involves complex biological processes within cells. However, R. Graham Cooks, the Henry B. Hass Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, and his postdoctoral researcher Lingqi Qiu have uncovered experimental evidence challenging this long-held belief. Their recent publication in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences presents a groundbreaking discovery –
Lipids, a class of biomolecules, play a crucial role in various cellular processes. The study of lipids, known as lipidomics, is important in understanding complex biological systems. However, the challenge lies in connecting the different structures of lipids with their biological functions. One key factor in lipidomics is determining the positions of double bonds within
Polymers have long been an area of fascination for researchers, with their diverse applications spanning across various fields. Among the different types of polymers, block copolymers (BCPs) have emerged as a promising avenue for creating nanoscale structures. However, the quest to achieve intricate and complex BCP structures has been deemed as an impossible feat, until
Electric vehicles (EVs) have gained popularity in recent years as a more sustainable alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. However, one of the significant challenges in EV technology is the use of battery materials that are not only expensive but also have significant environmental and social costs. Cobalt, a metal commonly used in lithium-ion batteries, is
Recent groundbreaking research has shed light on an exciting new avenue for potential therapeutic intervention in breast and gynecological cancers. Findings published in the prestigious Journal of Medicinal Chemistry have highlighted the promising target MYT1 and unveiled a series of potent and highly selective inhibitors designed specifically to tackle this protein. Supported by Insilico Medicine’s
The University of Münster has unveiled a groundbreaking strategy for transforming carbon–nitrogen atom pairs in a commonly used ring-shaped compound into carbon–carbon atom pairs. This groundbreaking method has the potential to revolutionize the search for active ingredients in new drugs. The research, led by Prof. Armido Studer from the Institute of Organic Chemistry, was published
Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) have captivated the attention of the scientific community due to their biocompatibility and unique characteristics. These transistors have the ability to amplify ionic-electronic signals and detect ions and molecules, making them versatile for various applications. Efficient transportation of ions and electrons is crucial for the optimal performance of OECTs. In recent
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital scientists have recently achieved a groundbreaking discovery in the field of cancer research with the development of SJ3149. This compound has shown promising efficacy against various cancer types, notably acute myeloid leukemia (AML). In a recently published study in the journal Nature Communications, the researchers describe how SJ3149 acts as
Scientists from TU Delft have discovered the optimal conditions for the growth of microalgal cells in photosynthetic engineered living materials. These materials, which utilize light energy to convert CO2 into sugars, energy, and oxygen, have the potential to be used in various applications such as CO2 capture and as a source of oxygen for biological