Articles tagged with Chemical Compounds
A team of astronomers has discovered a new molecule, nitrogen sulfide, in comets, which may offer insights into the formation of the early solar system. The compound's presence in comets suggests that it could have originated from the material that formed the planets.
Using high-intensity ultrasound, researchers discovered a dramatically improved catalyst for removing sulfur-containing compounds from gasoline and other fossil fuels. The new form of molybdenum disulfide is 10 times more active than the standard industrial catalyst.
New anti-TBT regulations may actually increase environmental and human health risks for countries with limited resources. The regulations result in $4 billion in added fuel costs for the shipping industry.
Seventy percent of ships use TBT-based paints, which pose a constant but low release risk. Researchers are exploring alternative antifouling technologies that can match performance while being environmentally safe.
A new measurement technique developed by researchers at the University of Illinois can identify and measure up to 30 compounds found in a single cell. The method uses nanoliter sampling, capillary electrophoresis, and fluorescence spectroscopy to provide a detailed snapshot of the cell's physiology.
The Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution has received a three-year, $1.1 million grant to investigate the potential anticancer properties of Discodermolide, a marine-derived compound. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Discodermolide on experimental models of human lung, breast and ovarian cancers.
In a study by Cornell University, male fire-colored beetles (Neopyrochroa flabellata) entice females with a chemical offering containing cantharidin. The female ingests the chemical, which is then transferred to her eggs, protecting them from predators. This unique strategy highlights the resourcefulness of male insects in seeking mates.