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Polyester Microdroplets Form in Much Wider Conditions than Previously Understood, Study shows

Scientists have long been fascinated with the origin of life on Earth, namely the transition from simple pre-biotic organic molecules to living cell systems.

19 Oct 2022

Making Pyrimidines Using N2 and Carbon

Nitrogen is a vital component of life and human culture. But today, the majority of the N atoms in synthetic N-containing compounds come from NH3, which is mass-produced using the Haber-Bosch method, which was invented at the turn of the 20th century.

18 Oct 2022

Chemists Aim to Understand the Molecular Composition of Tattoo Inks

You've planned out the ultimate tattoo -; the art, the colors, where on your body you'll get it done, the shop, the artist. You've put a lot of thought into this image that will forever adorn you, but there's one factor you can't be sure of: What's in the ink going under your skin-

18 Oct 2022

Custom Microbes can Convert Deconstructed Mixed Plastic Waste into Valuable Materials

Scientists working on a solution for plastic waste have developed a two-step chemical and biological process to break down and upcycle mixed plastics into valuable bioproducts.

17 Oct 2022

New Method Uses Ultraviolet Light to Decompose Plastic on Demand

After a decade of research, a Bowling Green State University professor has helped create a process to decompose plastic on demand with the help of a chemical found in the extract of a vanilla bean.

14 Oct 2022

How are 2D Heterostructures Used for Chemical Sensing?

In a paper recently published in the journal Advanced Functional Materials, researchers reviewed the recent developments in 2D van der Waals heterostructure (VDWH)-based chemical sensors, providing an overview of the sensing techniques, challenges, and future opportunities.

13 Oct 2022

Dynamics of Aqueous Solutions in the Presence of Na+ and Mg2+ Ions

New findings from theoretical examinations and ultrafast spectroscopy disclose that the water environment of particular pairs of sulfate and magnesium ions has a key effect on the dynamics of the aqueous solutions.

13 Oct 2022

Production of Succinic Acid Using a Process with CO2 Fixation

Succinic acid is a multipurpose platform chemical for improving flavors and producing pharmaceutical products, dyes, and bio-polyesters.

12 Oct 2022

NTT and the University of Tokyo Produce the World's First Communication Signal Generated from an Environmentally Friendly Circuit and Battery

NTT Corporation (President and CEO: Akira Shimada, “NTT”) and the Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo (GSFS) have successfully produced the world's first communication signal using a battery and a circuit composed of environmentally friendly materials free of scarce elements and hazardous substances.

From NTT Group 12 Oct 2022

Can We Viably Use Continuous Flow Single-Atom Catalysis?

Scientists from Italy have investigated the viability of continuous flow single-atom catalysis as an economically and technically viable organic process technology. Their findings have appeared in the journal ChemCatChem.

7 Oct 2022

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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

Polyester Microdroplets Form in Much Wider Conditions than Previously Understood, Study shows

Making Pyrimidines Using N2 and Carbon

Chemists Aim to Understand the Molecular Composition of Tattoo Inks

Custom Microbes can Convert Deconstructed Mixed Plastic Waste into Valuable Materials

New Method Uses Ultraviolet Light to Decompose Plastic on Demand

How are 2D Heterostructures Used for Chemical Sensing?

Dynamics of Aqueous Solutions in the Presence of Na+ and Mg2+ Ions

Production of Succinic Acid Using a Process with CO2 Fixation

NTT and the University of Tokyo Produce the World's First Communication Signal Generated from an Environmentally Friendly Circuit and Battery

Can We Viably Use Continuous Flow Single-Atom Catalysis?

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

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How is Biotechnology Applied in the Plastics Sector?

A Guide to ASTM D790 and its Importance

Introduction to Polymer Analysis Using Near-Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy

Ethylene Oxide Regulations: How Changes Might Play Out Under New Administration

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

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

1Smart Coatings: Thermally Responsive Polymer Brushes for Advanced Applications

2Upcycling LDPE: Transforming Plastic Waste into High-Value Graphite

3Forge Nano Secures $40 M to Scale U.S. Battery Manufacturing and Commercial Semiconductor Equipment Businesses

4Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

5Halogen-Free Polymer Electrolytes: A Sustainable Energy Solution

6Sustainable Energy Harvesting: Turning Plastic Waste into Power

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