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New Method to Produce Tailored Polyimide Membranes to Purify Sour Gas

Natural gas that contains larger amounts of hydrogen sulfide (H(2)S) and carbon dioxide (CO(2)) is termed sour gas. Before it can enter a pipeline, it must be "sweetened" by removal of its acidic impurities.

24 Jun 2020

Researchers Discover New Form of Human-Made Mendelevium Isotope

A team of scientists working at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has discovered a new form of the human-made element mendelevium.

24 Jun 2020

VFD Creates Improved Bacteria Detector

The versatility of the Vortex Fluidic Device (VFD) continues to impress, with the innovative green chemistry device created at Flinders University having more than 100 applications – including the creation of a new non-toxic fluorescent dye that detects bacteria harmful to humans

23 Jun 2020

New MOF-Based Photocatalyst to Generate Clean Hydrogen Fuel Using Sunlight

A metal organic framework (MOF)-based water splitting photocatalyst, developed at KAUST, has brought researchers a step closer to generating clean hydrogen fuel using sunlight.

23 Jun 2020

New Improved Catalysts for Industrial Processes and Emissions Controls

Replacing the expensive metals that break down exhaust gases in catalytic converters with cheaper, more effective materials is a top priority for scientists, for both economic and environmental reasons.

23 Jun 2020

New Light-Powered Catalyst Breaks Strong Chemical Bonds in Fluorocarbons

Rice University engineers have created a light-powered catalyst that can break the strong chemical bonds in fluorocarbons, a group of synthetic materials that includes persistent environmental pollutants.

23 Jun 2020

ACS Publications Editors-in-Chief Outline Steps to Confront Racism in Chemistry Publishing

The American Chemical Society published today an editorial signed by all of its editors-in-chief and deputy editors acknowledging the deleterious impacts that racism and discrimination have had on scientists from underrepresented communities, especially Black chemists. The editorial includes demographic data of publications and calls for action to combat discrimination.

22 Jun 2020

Rationalized Indium Oxide Catalysts for Hydrogenation of CO2 to Methanol

Catalytic hydrogenation of carbon dioxide (CO2) is a green and sustainable means of synthesizing commodity chemicals such as methanol.

19 Jun 2020

Study Gains Deeper Insight into Processes of Molecular Switch

Molecular switches - they are the molecular counterparts of electrical switches and play an important role in many processes in nature.

19 Jun 2020

Green Chemistry Innovations Honored by the American Chemical Society and EPA

In conjunction with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the American Chemical Society (ACS) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Green Chemistry Challenge Award.

18 Jun 2020

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Chemistry News

New Method to Produce Tailored Polyimide Membranes to Purify Sour Gas

Researchers Discover New Form of Human-Made Mendelevium Isotope

VFD Creates Improved Bacteria Detector

New MOF-Based Photocatalyst to Generate Clean Hydrogen Fuel Using Sunlight

New Improved Catalysts for Industrial Processes and Emissions Controls

New Light-Powered Catalyst Breaks Strong Chemical Bonds in Fluorocarbons

ACS Publications Editors-in-Chief Outline Steps to Confront Racism in Chemistry Publishing

Rationalized Indium Oxide Catalysts for Hydrogenation of CO2 to Methanol

Study Gains Deeper Insight into Processes of Molecular Switch

Green Chemistry Innovations Honored by the American Chemical Society and EPA

Harnessing AI to Enhance Polymer Sustainability

Understanding Thermal Fluids: Key Insights into Heat Transfer Systems

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

Cubic Instruments' Laser Raman Gas Analyzers: Reliable Solutions for Monitoring Industrial Process Gases

Fluorolog-QM™: Modular Research Fluorometer

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The Benefits of AirBreather Systems Across Industries

Advancing Material Analysis with a New Multi-Technique Spectrometer

How to Enhance Battery Performance With Glass

The Role of Advanced Materials in Automotive Technology

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Chemistry News

Harnessing AI to Enhance Polymer Sustainability

Understanding Thermal Fluids: Key Insights into Heat Transfer Systems

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

1Self-Healing Polymer Glasses: A Breakthrough in Material Science

2Improving Sodium-Ion Battery Performance with Dual-Salt Electrolytes

3OptiMate: Accelerating Sustainable Material Discovery with Machine Learning

4Sustainable Energy Harvesting: Turning Plastic Waste into Power

5Ultraviolet Ozone Pretreatment Boosts Selective PETase Biodegradation in Textiles

6"Slippery" Coating Protects Powerful Magnets from Harsh Environments

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