In recent years, global environmental concerns have prompted a significant shift toward eco-friendly manufacturing processes in organic synthetic chemistry. One such advancement is the use of photoredox catalytic reactions, which leverage light to drive redox reactions via a photoredox catalyst. This method reduces the reliance on harsh and toxic reagents, utilizing visible light as a … Read more
Intense research efforts have been directed toward studying the electrochemical conversion of CO2, a major greenhouse gas, into platform chemicals and fuels. The success of this technology can enable the decarbonization of some of the largest CO2 emitters, including steel, cement, and chemical manufacturing industries. Copper is unique in its ability to convert CO2 at … Read more
Using nonstick cookware to fry your bacon and eggs can make your life easier at that moment, but scientists believe there may be long-term consequences because the chemicals used to make it nonstick are so difficult to destroy. Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances—commonly known as PFAS and often called forever chemicals—are everywhere. PFAS, a suite of … Read more
Green chemistry, also known as sustainable chemistry, is a rapidly growing field that focuses on designing chemical products and processes that minimize the use and generation of hazardous substances. It aims to reduce the environmental impact of chemical manufacturing and promote the efficient use of resources, ultimately leading to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly … Read more
A global team of experts dedicated to groundbreaking research has pioneered a method to repurpose polyethylene waste (PE), transforming it into valuable chemicals through light-driven photocatalysis. Professor Shizhang Qiao, Chair of Nanotechnology and Director of the Center for Materials in Energy and Catalysis at the School of Chemical Engineering, University of Adelaide, led the team. … Read more
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications presents an innovative approach to address the pressing issue of rising greenhouse gas emissions. The research, led by Tobias Erb and his team at the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, focuses on developing new synthetic metabolic pathways for carbon dioxide fixation. These pathways not only have the … Read more
A recent breakthrough published in the journal Nature showcases the successful engineering of bacteria by a research team led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and UC Berkeley. These modified bacteria have the ability to produce carbon-based products that are new to nature, presenting a promising avenue for sustainable biochemical production. The key innovation lies in … Read more