Chemistry

Nanoplastics (NPs) have emerged as a significant concern due to their potential adverse effects on human health and the environment. However, monitoring these particles in the environment has proven to be challenging. A research team at the Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Process Technology (QIBEBT), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), has developed a groundbreaking method

Polymers have become essential materials in the modern world, serving a wide range of applications. These synthetic long-chained molecules, meticulously developed by scientists, have revolutionized fields such as medicine, protein synthesis, and protective coatings. Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering have recently made groundbreaking progress in the realm of polymers, creating two closely related

A team of chemical engineers at Zhejiang University in China has unveiled a groundbreaking technique to convert polyurethane foams into 3D printing resins. This remarkable discovery, detailed in an article published in Nature Chemistry, presents a potential solution to the significant challenges posed by the recycling of polyurethane foam. By employing a novel chemical upcycling

RNA molecules play diverse roles within the cellular framework. They assist in transferring genetic information from DNA, regulate gene activity, and catalyze biochemical reactions as ribozymes. Recently, the team led by Prof. Claudia Höbartner from Julius-Maximilians-Universität (JMU) Würzburg announced the discovery of a novel ribozyme called SAMURI in the esteemed journal Nature Chemistry. This remarkable

The ability to predict the odor profile of a molecule solely based on its structure has long been a challenge for scientists. While vision research has wavelengths and hearing research has frequencies that can be measured and assessed by instruments, the sense of smell has lacked a similar method of measurement. Until now. Existing knowledge

Cells in the human body possess the remarkable ability to adapt their protein balance to various situations. This adaptability is crucial for responding to changes in iron levels and combating infections. An intricate process involving a small protein called ubiquitin is responsible for marking proteins that are no longer required or that are toxic for

The global energy crisis and climate change have driven researchers to find alternative energy sources. One promising solution is the efficient conversion of solar energy into electrical energy using solar cells. Designing solar cells requires materials with good photophysical properties, such as light absorption. α-Formamidinium lead iodide (α-FAPbI3) has emerged as a potential candidate for

While the naked human eye has been relied upon for quick assessments of chemical reactions in labs, it is well-known that it has limitations and can be unreliable. With this in mind, researchers at the Institute of Chemical Reaction Design and Discovery (WPI-ICReDD) at Hokkaido University have taken a groundbreaking step in chemical analysis by

Ferrocene, an emerging organic-metal hybrid compound, has taken the field of organometallic chemistry by storm. Its accidental discovery has paved the way for rapid developments in this field. What makes ferrocene particularly intriguing is its unique structure – consisting of an iron atom sandwiched between two pentagonal organic rings. One of the key factors contributing

In the realm of stable chemical modification of metallic surfaces, N-heterocyclic carbenes (NHCs) have emerged as game-changing molecules. Originally discovered at the University of Münster in Germany, these small but reactive ring molecules possess the unique ability to not only anchor themselves to individual metal atoms, but also to extract and glide freely over the

In the realm of biomedical research, the need for bioactive molecular agents that not only offer real-time monitoring but also simultaneous inhibition of oxidative stress and inflammation is of utmost importance. Traditional imaging methods, such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, have limitations when it comes to precise diagnostics and real-time analysis. To bridge

Propylene oxide (PO) is a valuable chemical intermediate, and the direct epoxidation of propylene with H2 and O2 has gained interest as a green and efficient method of production. However, the current catalyst used in this process, Au, is expensive and in limited supply. As a result, there is a need for highly-active non-noble catalysts