Scientists at IPC PAS have developed a new method to produce zinc oxide quantum dots with an impermeable shell, allowing them to retain their luminescence. This breakthrough enables the creation of stable and non-toxic quantum dots suitable for medical diagnosis and imaging.
A new description of electron scattering in surface layers enables faster materials analysis and better understanding of sample properties. The theoretical tools used in spectroscopies can exhibit great 'malice', but a new analytical method simplifies calculations of the Chandrasekhar function, reducing errors.
A new device developed at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences produces droplets of virtually identical volume, revolutionizing microfluidic systems. The device eliminates cumbersome infrastructure, enabling researchers to carry out complex chemical and biological experiments with increased accuracy.
A new chemical sensor developed by Polish researchers can detect the presence of neopterin, a biomarker for certain cancers. The sensor uses molecular imprinting technology to capture molecules of neopterin from body fluids, with high accuracy and selectivity.
A Polish Academy of Sciences team devised a chemical sensor to detect fungi in just a few minutes, reducing detection time from days to hours. The sensor uses D-arabitol, a compound indicating fungal presence, detected with high certainty even in the presence of interfering substances.
Researchers from Warsaw's Institute of Physical Chemistry discovered that quantum tunneling plays a dominant role in chemical reactions, even at room temperature. This finding could lead to precise control of chemical reactions through mode-selective chemistry.
Advanced theoretical modelling reveals cubosomes' internal structure may be much more complex than thought. Cubosomes, with regular networks of channels filled with liquid, have varying internal structures despite identical external appearance.
Theoretical chemists from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences have found how to synthesize krypton oxide, a compound that can form an extensive and stable crystal lattice. This exotic substance can be produced at pressures exceeding 3 million atmospheres, similar to those on Krypton.
New photocatalysts transform lignin into valuable aromatic compounds, reducing environmental burden. Laboratory studies show up to 90% selectivity in reactions, enabling industrial-scale processing.
Researchers from Warsaw University of Technology develop a mechanochemical process to synthesize perovskites, which can be used in high-efficiency solar cells. The new method is environmentally friendly and produces higher-quality materials than traditional methods.
Researchers have developed two new catalysts effective in removing trichloroethylene, a carcinogenic compound found in tap water, through hydrodechlorination. The catalysts, cheaper and more efficient than existing ones, enable a wider use of the reaction to purify water.
Recent research by IPC PAS reveals how kinesin transports large molecules within cells, utilizing a unique 'silly walk' mechanism. By controlling the movement of kinesin, researchers confirmed one of earlier-known proposals of its mechanism.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences discovered that evaporation occurs differently than previously thought. The Hertz-Knudsen equation was found to be incorrect, and a new understanding of evaporation's role in global warming has been gained.
Researchers developed a novel strategy to create chemical microdroplet computers that can search databases and process information. Computer simulations confirmed the approach, achieving accuracy rates of over 90% in classifying cancer tumours.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of Poland discover that oxygen plays a crucial role in accelerating photodestruction of molecules. By slowing down oxygen permeation through polymer layers, they can extend the lifetimes of these molecules by several hundred times.
Scientists have developed a photocatalytic material that captures solar energy to catalyze chemical reactions. The innovative 3D material achieves high yields with minimal recombination, opening up new possibilities for the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
Scientists have created unexpected shapes of mesoscale atoms using a new method for precise control over placement of tiny segments of liquid. The discovery enhances the ability to form new structures, opening possibilities for innovative microfluidic systems.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of Poland use click chemistry to bond nanoparticles to a glassy carbon substrate, creating covalent bonds and forming stable structures. The method has advantages such as low temperatures, high yield and versatility.
Researchers from Poland and Denmark demonstrate spontaneous formation of Turing patterns at the nanoscale, which can be used for surface modification of materials. The patterns can be 'imprinted' in other chemical compounds, opening doors to interesting applications.
A microfluidic system enables serial formation of cell membranes and measurement of processes taking place on them. The system allows for the creation of stable and functional membranes, opening the road to high-throughput studies of cell membrane mechanisms.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences developed a theory describing the phenomenon of mysterious communication between fluid reservoirs. The new model suggests that the effect can occur in classical one-component fluids and mixtures, not requiring quantum physics.
Researchers at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences have developed a new compact high-power laser that can create ultrashort pulses. The laser generates powerful femtosecond pulses that can penetrate long distances, allowing for real-time atmospheric pollution detection using LIDAR technology.
Scientists from Norway, France, and Poland develop a method to produce Janus capsules, which can transport drugs and lead to innovative materials. The capsules are created by merging two drops coated with different particles in an electric field, resulting in a hollow structure with two shells of varying properties.
A Polish-German-Italian team developed a polymer with unique optical and electrical properties. It can change its chirality depending on the electric potential applied, mimicking 'chiral breathing'. The material is suitable for polarisation filters, window glasses, and chemical sensors.
Researchers developed two europium complex-based compounds with record-high luminescence efficiency in red light, suitable for OLED applications. The materials' stability and ability to be produced from solutions make them promising for various fields, including displays, lighting components, and anticancer therapies.
A new method developed by the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences measures diffusion coefficients and equilibrium constants to assist in determining optimal drug doses. The method uses a simple capillary apparatus with high-speed water flow, allowing for fast and accurate measurements with increased accura...
Researchers from Warsaw Institute of Physical Chemistry create unique nanomaterials with unprecedented properties through reaction with carbon dioxide. The novel materials show high porosity and luminescence quantum yield, making them suitable for applications in OLEDs, energy storage, and sensing devices.
A team of researchers successfully controlled the positions of two protons in a porphycene molecule by approaching a single copper atom. This breakthrough demonstrates a new way to manipulate matter at the atomic level, paving the way for the development of nanomachines and other cutting-edge technologies.
Researchers at the Institute of Physical Chemistry found that molecular motors generate only 3.5•10^-28 joule per rotation, a value ten million times lower than thermal motion energy. Despite low individual power, collective rotations can achieve higher energies, making it possible for these molecules to find practical applications.
Researchers from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences have developed a microfluidic system that can merge, transport and split microdroplets, allowing for the simultaneous cultivation of hundreds of different bacteria cultures. This breakthrough could speed up research on antibiotic resistance by reduci...
Researchers from Polish Academy of Sciences discovered a new mechanism driving droplet evaporation, which plays crucial role in process at nanoscale. Temperature of evaporating liquid is prime factor responsible for evaporation.
Industrial palladium-copper catalysts change structure before use, affecting reaction catalysis. The discovery reveals potential environmental and economic benefits of alternative activation methods.
A new, fast and accurate algorithm developed by Polish researchers can calculate the Chandrasekhar function with accuracy up to over a dozen decimal digits. This method is crucial for understanding physical and chemical properties of materials' surfaces studied under laboratory conditions.
The study predicts diffusion coefficients for all proteins in E. coli, enabling a better understanding of chemical reactions in cells. The method developed by the researchers can be applied to other cells and molecules, revolutionizing the field of biologistics.
The new textbook on thermodynamics provides a clear structure and mathematical foundations, making it easier for students to understand the subject. It combines mathematical exactness with intuitive approaches, useful for chemists, biologists, and engineers.
A newly synthesized polymer, fitted with molecular pincers, effectively captures nicotine molecules and its analogues. The polymer can be used for fabrication of sensitive and selective chemical sensors to determine nicotine in solutions, as well as for slow, controlled release of nicotine for therapeutic purposes.