Chemistry

In recent years, there has been significant progress in the development of catalysts for hydrogen production. Researchers from Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) have collaborated on a project that explores the future of catalysts for water electrolysis. This method, which produces hydrogen from water, is considered an environmentally friendly technology that emits no

The captivating scent of cannabis has long intrigued both enthusiasts and researchers alike. In an effort to unravel the compounds responsible for its distinct aroma, a team of chemists at terpene distributor Abstrax Tech embarked on an extensive study. Their pioneering research has shed light on the molecules that contribute to the unique smell of

For years, researchers in the field of pharmaceutical drug development have dreamt of finding an efficient method to substitute a carbon atom with a nitrogen atom in a molecule. Recently, two groundbreaking studies conducted by chemists at the University of Chicago and published in prestigious scientific journals, Science and Nature, have brought us one step

In the production of detergents, alkylbenzene plays a crucial role. However, conventional methods of generating alkylbenzene often result in the production of toxic halogen byproducts. Researchers have recently developed a new technique that offers a more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly manufacturing process for alkylbenzene. This groundbreaking approach has been described in a paper published

In a groundbreaking study, a team of scientists at NYU Abu Dhabi’s Smart Materials Lab and Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM) has uncovered the unique mechanism employed by a desert plant to extract moisture from the arid environment. The researchers’ findings not only shed light on the plant’s survival strategy but also pave the

Solar energy has long been hailed as a promising source of renewable energy. However, traditional silicon solar cells are expensive and unsustainable to produce. Fortunately, next-generation solar materials, such as perovskite solar cells, offer a cheaper and more sustainable alternative. Perovskite solar cells have a unique crystalline structure that excels at absorbing visible light. Despite

A team of chemists from Oxford University and IBM Research Europe-Zürich has achieved a groundbreaking feat in the field of carbon synthesis. They have successfully created a doubly anti-aromatic C16 carbon allotrope, opening up new avenues for exploring experimental theories. This achievement builds upon the previous synthesis of the C18 molecular form of carbon in

As the urgency to address climate change continues to grow, scientists are exploring innovative solutions to reduce and eliminate carbon emissions. One promising avenue of research is the use of algae, which has shown great potential in sequestering carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. Led by Venkatesh Balan, an associate professor of engineering technology at

The dispersion of polymer particles in a liquid phase, known as latexes, plays a crucial role in various industries such as coatings technology, medical imaging, and cell biology. In a recent article published in Angewandte Chemie International Edition, a team of French researchers introduced a groundbreaking method for producing stable polystyrene dispersions with significantly larger

Diaper disposal is a major environmental concern in Germany, with over 100,000 tons of diapers being discarded annually. The waste generated not only poses a significant threat to the environment but also results in the loss of valuable resources. Diaper liners, made of special polymers known as superabsorbers, end up in landfills, contributing to the