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Ring-shaped polymers solidify into glass, offering sustainable material potential
When a spider is spinning its web, its silk starts out as liquid and quickly turns into a solid that is, pound for pound, sturdier than steel. They manage to create these impressive materials at room temperature with biodegradable ...
Polymers
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Foldable molecular paths mimic paper folding at nanoscale
The elegant simplicity of folding paper has inspired researchers to explore the possibility of replicating this flexibility at the molecular level. After extensive experimentation, they uncovered foldable molecular paths ...
Analytical Chemistry
Jan 6, 2025
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From CO₂ to acetaldehyde: New copper catalyst offers green alternative to fossil-fuel-based processes
Acetaldehyde is a vital chemical used in making everything from perfumes to plastics. Today, its production largely relies on ethylene, a petrochemical. But increasing environmental concerns are pushing the chemical industry ...
Analytical Chemistry
Jan 3, 2025
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From e-waste to gold: A pathway to CO₂ sustainability
A Cornell-led research team has developed a method for extracting gold from electronics waste, then using the recovered precious metal as a catalyst for converting carbon dioxide (CO2), a greenhouse gas, to organic materials.
Polymers
Jan 2, 2025
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Eco-friendly chlorine method could transform drug and chemical production
Chlorine plays an essential part in daily life, from keeping pools clean to preserving food. Now, a team of chemists at Rice University has developed a more environmentally friendly way to integrate chlorine into chemical ...
Analytical Chemistry
Jan 2, 2025
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Exploring imine-linked COFs: From gas storage to next-gen electronics
A recent study shines a spotlight on the development of covalent organic frameworks (COFs), particularly imine-linked varieties. Known for their tunable structure and remarkable stability, imine-linked COFs are set to revolutionize ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 24, 2024
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Structural analysis reveals how human eyelashes promote water drainage
Throughout human evolution, body and facial hair have notably diminished, yet eyelashes have remained a distinguishing feature. The physiological or functional purpose of eyelashes—traditionally thought to be for catching ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 20, 2024
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Neural networks unlock potential of high-entropy carbonitrides in extreme environments
The melting point is one of the most important measurements of material properties, which informs potential applications of materials in various fields. Experimental measurement of the melting point is complex and expensive, ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 20, 2024
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Miniature sensor that detects toxic gas shows promising results in the lab
A team of scientists at UNSW Sydney have developed a highly sensitive miniature sensor that is able to detect low levels of the toxic gas nitrogen dioxide (NO2). The tiny, flexible sensor can detect the harmful gas in real-time ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 20, 2024
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Your black plastic kitchen utensils aren't so toxic after all: But you should still toss them, group says
A recent study that recommended toxic chemicals in black plastic products be immediately thrown away included a math error that significantly overstated the risks of contamination, but its authors are standing by their conclusions ...
Materials Science
Dec 20, 2024
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By looking at individual atoms in tooth enamel, researchers are learning what happens to our teeth as we age
Teeth are essential for helping people break down the food they eat, and are protected by enamel, which helps them withstand the large amount of stress they experience as people chew away. Unlike other materials in the body, ...
Materials Science
Dec 19, 2024
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Eco-friendly reactor mimics lightning to produce ammonia from air and water
There's a good chance you owe your existence to the Haber-Bosch process.
Materials Science
Dec 19, 2024
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New synthesis technique cuts drug development time and cost
A team of chemists from Scripps Research and Rice University has unveiled a novel method to simplify the synthesis of piperidines, a key structural component in many pharmaceuticals. The study, published in Science, combines ...
Materials Science
Dec 19, 2024
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Novel MOF combines adsorption and dissolution for energy-efficient oxygen separation from argon
Efficient gas separation is vital in various industries, from medical applications to energy production. However, isolating oxygen from mixtures presents a significant technological challenge. Because many gases, including ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 19, 2024
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Machine learning offers new framework for heterogeneous catalyst data analysis
Machine learning (ML) transforms the design of heterogeneous catalysts, traditionally driven by trial and error due to the complex interplay of components. BIFOLD researcher Parastoo Semnani from the ML group of BIFOLD Co-Director ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 19, 2024
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Layer by layer: How simulations help manufacturing of modern displays
Modern materials must be recyclable and sustainable. Consumer electronics is no exception, with organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) taking over modern televisions and portable device displays. However, the development of ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 18, 2024
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Oxygen and chlorine evolution without noble metals: Electrode potential transforms MXene surfaces
MXenes are a class of two-dimensional materials that were discovered in 2011. Theoretical studies previously predicted that they would not be catalytically active in anodic processes. Researchers led by Prof. Dr. Kai S. Exner, ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 17, 2024
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PFAS detected in firefighter gloves, hoods, and wildland gear
The protective clothing worn by wildland firefighters often contains PFAS, according to a new study from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The study also found PFAS in hoods and gloves worn by firefighters ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 17, 2024
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Metal-organic framework film improves isomer separation control
Researchers have developed a method to enhance the separation of chemical isomers by controlling molecular diffusion. Utilizing a metal-organic framework thin film, they applied dynamic chemical interactions to adjust pore ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 16, 2024
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Excited state dynamics unlock potential for organics LEDs and bioimaging
Excited state dynamics are essential for understanding fluorescence properties in molecules, impacting their application in technologies. Research at Shinshu University explores how molecular structure and geometry influence ...
Analytical Chemistry
Dec 16, 2024
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