Chemistry

Researchers at the University of Liverpool have made significant progress in the field of sustainable fuel production by developing a novel plasma-catalytic process for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable fuels and chemicals. This breakthrough marks a crucial step towards achieving a sustainable net-zero economy by addressing the limitations of traditional thermal catalysis, such as

The goal of achieving a high level of precision in creating complex medicines and materials has long been a focus for scientists and pharmaceutical companies. This precision could potentially lead to the development of more effective drug treatments. The recent research conducted by scientists at the University of Rochester, under the leadership of Shauna Paradine,

The idea of growing functional human organs outside the body has long been considered the “holy grail” of organ transplantation medicine. Recent research from Harvard’s Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering and John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) has made significant strides in making this dream a reality. By utilizing a

Organofluorine compounds, known as “forever chemicals,” have been identified as a growing concern due to their presence in drinking water, oceans, and human blood. The potential threat they pose to the environment and human health has sparked interest in finding ways to track and trace these compounds to their sources. These chemicals are characterized by

Explosives are always a major concern in terms of safety and security. Scientists have been working tirelessly to come up with innovative ways to detect explosives more effectively and efficiently. Recently, a groundbreaking method was developed to detect trace amounts of hard-to-detect explosives like nitroglycerin and RDX from over eight feet away. This method, described

In the realm of modern electronics, the demand for rare earth elements (REEs) is steadily increasing. These obscure metals, such as dysprosium and neodymium, play crucial roles in various technological applications. Despite their significance, extracting these metals from natural deposits has proven to be a challenging task due to their elusive nature and similar chemical

In a groundbreaking discovery at Cavendish, physicists have uncovered two innovative methods to enhance organic semiconductors. This research has opened up new possibilities for the removal of electrons from these materials, surpassing previous limitations. Dr. Dionisius Tjhe, a Postdoctoral Research Associate, expressed their curiosity in delving deep into the phenomenon of heavily doping polymer semiconductors.

Gas separation is a crucial process in both manufacturing and research industries. However, traditional methods of gas separation are not only energy-intensive but also contribute significantly to carbon emissions. In light of this, the University of Notre Dame’s team of chemical and mechanical engineers, along with computer scientists, have leveraged graph-based machine learning to revolutionize

In a groundbreaking development, engineers at the University of Bath have introduced a novel approach to eliminate health-damaging “forever chemicals” from water by utilizing 3D printing technology. With the utilization of ceramic-infused lattices, the researchers have successfully removed at least 75% of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a prevalent form of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from

A groundbreaking study led by Profs. Daniel Strasser and Roi Baer from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has shed new light on the behavior of ionized carbon dioxide dimers under extreme ultraviolet (EUV) radiation. The research, titled “Symmetry-breaking dynamics of a photoionized carbon dioxide dimer” and published in Nature Communications, highlights unexpected structural changes in

Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable and renewable source of power. In order to make solar panels more efficient and cost-effective, researchers are constantly looking for innovative solutions. One such breakthrough involves coating solar cells with special organic molecules, which could revolutionize the way we harness solar energy. The use of tandem

Clathrate hydrates are fascinating water structures that encompass foreign molecules within a water-molecule shell. The formation of clathrate hydrates involves the self-assembly of water molecules around guest substances, resulting in lattices with hydrogen-bonded frameworks. These frameworks, known as Frank-Kasper (FK) phases, exhibit a geometric arrangement resembling close-packed tetrahedra. The unique aspect of clathrate hydrates is

In the world of metallic materials, the concepts of “strength” and “elongation” have historically been at odds with each other. As one increases, the other typically decreases, posing a significant challenge for researchers and engineers aiming to improve both properties simultaneously. However, a collaborative team from POSTECH and Northwestern University has recently introduced a groundbreaking

The research programs conducted by the Center for Integrated Technology and Organic Synthesis of the University of Liège have shed light on the limitations of traditional chemical manufacturing processes. While batch processes have been the norm for many years, they are not without their drawbacks. One of the main hurdles identified in the research is

A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) has unveiled a significant breakthrough in the field of green chemistry. By combining natural enzymes and light, the team from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has developed a revolutionary eco-friendly method to precisely mix fluorine, a crucial additive, into