Chemical methods

Reversible topological phase transition achieved in 2D organometallic lattices through tautomerization

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A research group led by Prof. Li Xingxing of University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) of Chinese Academy of Chinese (CAS) made a reversible topological control in 2D organometallic lattices achieved through tautomerization. Their work was published in Advanced Functional Materials. Topological materials have been gaining interest in condensed matter physics due to their topologically protected … Read more

Researchers develop modified compound with potent anti-HIV activity

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A team of University of Michigan researchers has successfully modified a naturally occurring chemical compound in the lab, resulting in advanced lead compounds with anti-HIV activity. Their results, published in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, offer a new path forward in the development of drugs that could potentially help cure—rather than treat—HIV. Although effective treatments are available to … Read more

What is analytical chemistry?

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Analytical chemistry is a branch of chemistry that focuses on the identification and quantification of chemical substances. It involves the use of various techniques and methods to analyze and interpret the composition of matter, providing essential information for a wide range of scientific, industrial, and environmental applications. Analytical chemists employ sophisticated instruments and methodologies to … Read more

Handheld biosensor detects biomarkers for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases

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An international team of researchers has achieved a significant breakthrough with the development of a handheld, non-invasive device designed to detect biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases. This cutting-edge biosensor not only boasts high accuracy, demonstrated through in vitro samples from patients, but also features wireless transmission capabilities, enabling the relay of results to … Read more

Ancient skull from Mongolia is earliest modern human found in the region

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New research from the University of Oxford sheds light on an ancient human skull found in Mongolia, sparking debates about its origins. Through radiocarbon dating and DNA analysis, it has been determined that the skull actually belongs to the earliest modern human discovered in the region, living around 34,000 to 35,000 years ago. Discovered in … Read more

Early humans in Europe: Evidence reveals fire control 250,000 years ago, redefining human development timeline

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Researchers at Heriot-Watt University in Scotland have made a significant discovery regarding the early use of fire by humans in Europe. According to a paper published in Scientific Reports, the scientists present evidence suggesting that our European ancestors were utilizing fire for various purposes, such as cooking, heating, and defense, as early as 250,000 years … Read more